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May 15 2026HEALTH

A New Player in the Weight Loss and Diabetes Treatment Race

A Canadian company is making waves in the crowded field of metabolic disease treatments. SureNano Science, once focused on food-grade chemicals, is now shifting gears toward pharmaceuticals. Their latest move? A feature in a biotech news outlet highlighting their experimental drug, GEP-44. This pept

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May 15 2026SPORTS

Trans athlete in California track sparks debate over fairness in high school sports

A high school athlete in California just won three track events so easily that the gap between first and second place raised eyebrows. AB Hernandez, a senior who was born male but competes in girls' events, crushed opponents in the triple jump by over four feet and the long jump by more than a foot

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May 15 2026WEATHER

A Quick Look at New Jersey's Upcoming Weather Shift

Temperatures in New Jersey are playing catch-up this week after a chilly stretch. On Thursday, many areas struggled to get past the upper 50s to low 60s under heavy cloud cover, which is quite unusual for mid-May. That’s about 10 to 15 degrees below what’s typical for this time of year. The weather

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May 15 2026WEATHER

Spring weather plays hide and seek in Central New York before summer heat arrives

The Northeast often keeps its residents guessing in May, and Central New York residents should pack a light jacket this week. A stubborn low-pressure system drifting overhead keeps clouds parked and showers popping up randomly. Most spots see only drizzle or brief light rain, with totals barely enou

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Senator’s cash advantage in Texas runoff sparks debate

Texas voters are about to see a flood of campaign ads as Senator John Cornyn tries to hold onto his Senate seat against a surprising challenge from Attorney General Ken Paxton. Cornyn’s team recently reported raising $4. 3 million, giving him a big financial lead going into next week’s runoff vote.

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Can business leaders really run the government like a company?

Washington has seen a wave of people switching from private business to public service. Many are tech investors and entrepreneurs who rose to fame by backing high-risk, high-reward ventures. Now, they're in charge of huge budgets and policy decisions that could shape the economy for years. These le

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May 15 2026BUSINESS

Starbucks workers fight back amid union conflict

For years, Starbucks employees have faced tough times trying to organize unions across the U. S. Since 2021, reports claim workers supporting union efforts have dealt with threats, harassment, and even police calls during protests. These actions worry human-rights experts who say they might break in

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May 15 2026LIFESTYLE

Nutley’s MEAL restaurant ends 15-year run with a final celebration

After fifteen years serving Nutley, New Jersey, a local spot known for food, drinks, and music is shutting down. The restaurant, which opened in its current form over a decade ago, quietly confirmed its last night would be May 16. Instead of fading quietly, it’s throwing a big party to say thanks.

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May 15 2026BUSINESS

Two Low-Cost Airlines Merge to Offer More Budget Travel Options

Two budget airlines, Allegiant and Sun Country, have officially joined forces in a $1. 5 billion deal. The merger comes at a tough time for cheap flights, as rising fuel costs—fueled by Middle Eastern conflicts—push up prices across the industry. Sun Country brings extra benefits to the partnership,

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May 15 2026SCIENCE

How our heartbeat helps us recognize ourselves

When we look in the mirror, we instantly know it’s our face staring back. But why does that happen? Research suggests it isn’t just about what we see—it’s also about what our heart is doing. Studies tested how people reacted to their own face versus a stranger’s face while performing two different t

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