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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Four Chicago Voices Say the Prosecution Was Wrong

In a strange turn of events, four people from Chicago’s Democratic scene almost went to jail after a protest in the suburb of Broadview. They were named in an indictment that claimed they conspired to block a federal immigration agent’s SUV on September 26. The charges were dropped in May after a ju

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Jun 01 2026ART

Bright Red Ball Comes to Dallas for a Week

A huge 15‑foot red inflatable will pop up in different spots around Dallas from June 19 to June 28. The ball, made by Kurt Perschke, has been touring cities around the world for over two decades, and this is its first stop in Texas. The plan is to place the ball each day in a new location, so people

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Jun 01 2026OPINION

Science labels on products could help people see hidden research behind everyday items

Everyday products hide years of research and development that most people never stop to think about. A cell phone, for example, relies on breakthroughs in physics, engineering, and computer science. Yet when people use their phones, they rarely consider the science behind the device. The same goes f

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Jun 01 2026ENTERTAINMENT

When Comics Tackle Science on Its Own Weird Terms

Science and humor don’t usually mix, but Gary Larson’s The Far Side proved they could collide in hilarious ways. Some of the comic’s wildest takes weren’t just jokes—they actually flipped scientific concepts upside down or ended up influencing real research. Take the rocket strip where a trio of clu

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Jun 01 2026HEALTH

Big breakthroughs are coming in children's health

Over the past ten years, medical science has made huge strides in keeping kids healthy worldwide. Simple steps like safe sleep positions, vaccines, and car seats have saved countless young lives. But what’s next for children’s health? Experts are now pointing to 10 key research areas that could brin

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Nicola Sturgeon faces questions over her husband's misuse of party money

Scotland’s political scene is buzzing after Nicola Sturgeon, the country’s former top leader, found herself in an awkward spot. Her husband Peter Murrell admitted to taking over half a million dollars from their political party to pay for an extravagant lifestyle while he held a key leadership role.

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Jun 01 2026CELEBRITIES

A Quiet Choice: Why a Hollywood Star Bought Peace in the Mountains

Back in the early 1980s, when most actors dreamed of staying close to film sets and premiere parties, Kurt Russell did something unusual. He left Los Angeles to start a ranch in Colorado. He wasn’t running away, though. He was choosing a life that felt right for him and his family. Mountains became

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Jun 01 2026HEALTH

Belly Fat May Raise Dementia Risk More Than Weight Alone

A large study tracking over 327, 000 adults in the UK found that deep belly fat, not just overall weight, may increase dementia risk. Out of those tracked, nearly 9, 000 developed dementia during the study. The strongest link was with vascular dementia, a type tied to poor blood flow in the brain, f

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Jun 01 2026HEALTH

Brain Tumors: How Tiny Channels in Cells Might Feed the Growth

Glioblastoma is the toughest brain cancer to treat. It spreads fast and resists most therapies. Scientists now think tiny calcium channels inside cells could be part of the problem. These channels, called Cav3, act like tiny gates that let calcium enter. When calcium floods in, it can speed up cell

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Jun 01 2026SPORTS

Alabama baseball eyes Super Regional spot after easy regional wins

Alabama baseball has quietly built a strong season by focusing only on the next game. The team didn’t start talking about hosting a Super Regional or playing in the College World Series until they actually earned the chance. Coach Rob Vaughn prefers keeping the players’ attention on their daily work

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