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May 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

A peek inside Staten Island’s high-tech classroom of the future

McKee High School in Staten Island has just launched something unusual—a classroom that feels more like a tech playground than a traditional school space. Called the S. I. C. Space, it mixes cutting-edge gadgets with cozy, student-friendly design to help teens learn, relax, and think creatively. The

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May 05 2026LIFESTYLE

Easy Snacking: Simple Spiced Nuts and Seeds

Plant-based eating seems like a modern trend, but Linda McCartney was pushing this idea decades ago. Back in the 80s and 90s, finding plant-based ingredients wasn’t as easy as it is today. Now, stores carry more options, and farmers’ markets make fresh, seasonal eating simpler. Nuts and seeds are gr

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May 05 2026HEALTH

Digital Tools Alone May Not Be Enough to Beat Obesity

Obesity continues to grow as a worldwide problem, and experts agree we need fast, affordable ways to help people manage weight. Digital programs that focus on healthy habits—like tracking food or exercise—have become a popular solution. But most studies mix these programs with human coaching, making

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May 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

The projector that outshines daylight with cleaner colors

Most projectors struggle with brightness and rainbow-like distortions in bright rooms. The VisionMaster Max, however, solves both issues. It delivers sharp 4K visuals even when the sun is up, something rare among laser projectors. A special mode removes those annoying color halos that make some view

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May 05 2026CRIME

When Online Fame Meets Legal Trouble: What Happens Behind the Screens

A popular social media figure who teaches young men how to change their appearance has been accused of serious crimes. Braden E. Peters, a 20-year-old with over a million followers, is said to have met a teenage girl online and later assaulted her during a visit to his family's home in Cape Cod. The

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May 05 2026HEALTH

Walking more to weigh less: How daily steps add up over a year

Experts have long linked extra weight to serious health problems like high blood pressure and diabetes, yet finding simple, sustainable ways to lose it remains tough. Walking more often is one of the easiest steps people can take, and research shows it works better than many realize. Most past studi

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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Why a Handshake Beats a Vibrating Controller in Immersive Fun

Touch shapes how deeply we feel a story. Theme parks use hugs from costumed characters to make kids grin faster than any screen can. In live shows where the audience wanders freely, accidental brushes with actors blur the line between viewer and participant. Even old-school midnight screenings like

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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Why do gamers really buy in-game items?

Many free-to-play video games make millions by selling virtual items that don’t change how the game works. These items—like skins, emotes, or character outfits—are purely for appearance. A recent study looked at why gamers spend money on these non-functional items, especially in esports where compet

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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Studio Aims to Change How Movies Get Made

A new company called Nocturnal Entertainment just launched, backed by the success of its first film “Play Dead, ” already sold to Netflix. Unlike traditional studios, this team wants to help filmmakers from the very start, offering tech tools and funding to turn risky ideas into polished movies. The

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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Giants Fans Get Extra Fun Beyond Baseball

The San Francisco Giants are teaming up with a local bowling chain to give fans another reason to cheer during home games. Starting in early May, whenever a Giants pitcher strikes out a batter in the seventh inning, fans can head to nearby Lucky Strike, AMF, or Bowlero centers for a discount on game

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