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May 06 2026LIFESTYLE

First Wheelchair‑Bound Guest at the Met Gala

A new milestone was reached when a trans model who uses a wheelchair attended the Met Gala, an event that has been held for 78 years. The model is from Antigua and the United States, has quadriplegic cerebral palsy, and broke several records in 2018 by becoming the first black, transgender, and phys

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May 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Kid Cudi Cuts M. I. A. From Tour After Controversial Stage Talk

Kid Cudi decided to drop M. I. A. from his “Rebel Ragers Tour” after the artist sparked backlash during a Dallas opening act. During her set, M. I. A. announced she is a “brown Republican voter” and made remarks that many in the crowd found offensive, leading to boos and a viral clip on social me

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Heart Health Crisis for a Nobel Peace Champion in Iran

Narges Mohammadi, who earned the Nobel Peace Prize last year while behind bars for championing women's rights and ending capital punishment, is now in a dangerous health situation after suffering a heart attack. Her husband, Taghi Rahmani, who lives in Paris, told reporters that the couple is ter

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May 06 2026POLITICS

New Zealand Adds Citizenship Test for New Residents

Starting in 2027, people who want to become citizens of New Zealand will have to pass a new test. The exam will be held face‑to‑face and will contain 20 multiple‑choice questions written in English. Applicants must answer at least 15 correctly to qualify. The questions will cover a range of topics.

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May 06 2026POLITICS

UK and US Finance Chiefs Keep Work Ties Strong After Reported Argument

Despite a disagreement in Washington last month, the UK chancellor and her US counterpart still seem to get along fine, based on recent remarks from British officials. A spokesman stressed today that their partnership remains solid, claiming they’ve had productive talks since the UK finance chief vi

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May 06 2026HEALTH

How Childhood Weight Affects Australian Healthcare Spending

Kids carrying extra weight don’t just face health risks—they also push up medical bills. A fresh look at Australian data shows children with overweight or obesity cost more to treat than those in a healthy weight range. On average, the healthcare system spends about $140 extra per year for an overwe

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May 06 2026FINANCE

Crypto ETFs gain ground as big money moves in

Big investors are changing how people buy crypto, not by trading coins directly, but through exchange-traded funds. These ETFs act like a bridge, letting traditional traders join the crypto world without dealing with wallets or exchanges. In places where buying Bitcoin directly is banned, ETFs offer

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May 06 2026HEALTH

Yoga’s Quiet Role in Helping Kids Fight Cancer Side Effects

Doctors have been exploring gentle ways to ease tough side effects for young cancer patients. Yoga, often seen as a calm activity for healthy people, is now getting attention in hospitals. Between 2009 and 2024, researchers dug through hundreds of studies to see if yoga could help kids battling canc

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May 06 2026LIFESTYLE

How a small Taiwanese town uses slow snail races to bounce back

Fenglin, a quiet town in Taiwan, has found an unusual way to draw visitors back after a damaging earthquake in 2024. Instead of flashy attractions, it leans into its reputation as a "slow city" with snail races. The idea isn’t to go fast, but to go slow—literally. Since joining the Cittaslow network

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May 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Home Tech: Wires, Gadgets, and What Really Works

People love shiny new tech, but picking the right system is like choosing a favorite sandwich—options stack up fast. Some devices play nice with Alexa, others swear by Google Assistant, and a few stubborn holdouts cling to Siri like it’s the last slice of pizza. But here’s a secret: your current set

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