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May 15 2026CRYPTO

CME Expands Crypto Reach with New Index Futures

The CME Group is stepping deeper into the massive digital‑asset world, announcing plans to launch Nasdaq CME Crypto Index futures on June 8 after regulators give the green light. These new contracts will be the first of their kind weighted by market capitalisation, letting traders expose themselves

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May 15 2026HEALTH

Ragdoll Cats in 2019: Health Trends and Longevity

In the United Kingdom, veterinary clinics recorded a snapshot of Ragdoll cats in 2019 that offers insight into their everyday health and lifespan. The study looked at how many of these cats were seen by a vet, what ailments they suffered from, and how long they lived on average. It also examin

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Nation’s Science Future at Risk: What the Board Cuts Mean

The National Science Board, which guides a key federal agency that funds research, was abruptly cleared of its members by a recent government decision. This move happened without clear justification and followed major budget cuts to the agency that has been a backbone of American innovation for deca

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May 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Slick Lights and Smart Sensors: A New Plan to Stop Red‑Light Crashes

The city is testing a new trick on one mile of Florin Road, between 24th and Munson Way. The goal is to stop the big problem of drivers running red lights, which has caused many serious crashes in Sacramento. Drivers usually face a split‑second choice when the light turns yellow. Some choose to slo

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May 15 2026POLITICS

U. S. Wants a Fair Deal With China, Says Rep. Haridopolos

Rep. Mike Haridopolos told a news program that the United States seeks equal footing in trade with China. He pointed out that China often ignores rules on environmental protection and worker rights, making it hard for U. S. firms to compete without risking their intellectual property. Haridopolos ar

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May 15 2026WEATHER

Rainy night to sunny weekend: Massachusetts weather outlook

Heavy showers will keep coming into the evening, with thunderstorms dotting the sky across the state. By midnight the rain should ease, as temperatures fall to the mid‑40s and upper‑50s. The wet spell may linger until noon on Friday, when clouds will cover most areas and the heat will stay in the mi

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May 15 2026POLITICS

House Vote Halts Trump’s Iran War Push

The U. S. House of Representatives tied a bill that would have stopped President Trump from fighting Iran unless Congress gave the green light. The vote ended 212 to 212, so the measure fell short of the majority needed to pass. This was the third time this year that lawmakers tried to limit the

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May 15 2026POLITICS

China‑US Talks Aim to Keep Iran From Getting a Nuclear Bomb

The meeting in Beijing between the U. S. and China leaders was not just about trade or Taiwan; it also tackled a hot issue: Iran’s nuclear ambitions. The U. S. president said he is tired of waiting for Iran to change its course and that the two countries had agreed that Iran must not acquire a nucle

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May 15 2026POLITICS

U. S. Pulls Back Troop Plans for Poland, Raising Questions About Europe Strategy

The U. S. military has decided not to send 4, 000 troops to Poland as previously planned, a move that surprised many observers and reignited debate over President Trump’s intentions to reduce American forces on the continent. The announcement came after a brief pause, and no formal statement has yet

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Senator Fakes Escape From Senate After ICC Warrant

A senator in the Philippines, wanted by an international court for alleged crimes during a drug crackdown, managed to slip out of the Senate building after a chaotic night. The senator had been staying inside the heavily guarded chamber, hoping to avoid arrest. When a confrontation broke out with a

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