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Jun 11 2026LIFESTYLE

Baltimore’s summer kickoff: a fun, alcohol-free way to meet new people

Summer in Baltimore just got a fresh twist. Every June, many adults look for safe, meaningful ways to celebrate the season without relying on alcohol. That’s exactly what Overflow, a community-driven event, is all about. On June 12th, this gathering aims to bring people together in a fun, relaxed se

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Jun 11 2026HEALTH

Sweet drinks and liver cancer: What the research really says

Every day, millions of people grab a soda or a diet drink without thinking about long-term effects. But new findings suggest these choices might do more than just add empty calories. Studies now show that both sugary sodas and artificially sweetened drinks could be quietly raising the risk of liver

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Jun 10 2026POLITICS

South Carolina GOP Race Heads to Runoff After No Clear Winner

The South Carolina Republican primary for the seat left by Rep. Nancy Mace has moved to a runoff because no candidate secured more than half the votes. The contest will decide who fills the position after Mace announced she is running for governor, ending her congressional term. Two main contende

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Jun 10 2026OPINION

Living with Purpose: A Philosophical Journey

Alphonso Lingis, who loved wild ideas and bold living, also believed in a clear moral pull. He took Immanuel Kant’s idea of an “imperative” and made it his own. For Lingis, this pull goes beyond logic; it calls us to help those dying and to feel the raw power of nature. He felt that every life is

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Jun 10 2026ART

Showcases Women’s Lens in New Photography Exhibition

The Louisiana State University Museum of Art has opened a fresh look at women’s photography, turning the spotlight from one celebrated photographer to many. Initially the show was set to feature only Anne Noggle, a prolific 20th‑century photographer whose forty works had never been displayed. Curato

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Jun 10 2026SPORTS

North America’s Soccer Show: A Game of Trade and Hope

The 2026 World Cup will be the biggest football tournament ever, with 104 games and 48 teams playing across North America. The three‑country bid that won FIFA’s approval in 2018 promised to bring the world’s biggest consumer market into a soccer event. It relied on old ties, solid infrastructure and

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Jun 10 2026POLITICS

Future of Social Security: What Happens in 2032?

The money that pays out pensions to more than 60 million people is expected to run out in the year 2032. If lawmakers do not act before then, retirees will automatically lose about one‑fifth of their monthly checks. The latest report from the Social Security Trustees says that Congress should sta

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Jun 10 2026POLITICS

Future of Social Security: A Sudden Shortfall

The U. S. trust fund that supports retirement payments is expected to run out of money earlier than thought, with a shortfall projected for late 2032. The change in timing comes after a tax law passed last year that lowered the amount of income taxes collected from Social Security benefits. Earli

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Jun 10 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden World of Soil Fungi and How Climate Change Affects Us

Fungi that live freely in soil are like invisible caretakers of the ground. They break down dead matter, recycle nutrients, and help plants grow strong roots. When the planet warms or floods, these tiny organisms feel the change first. In recent years scientists have studied how rising temperatures

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Jun 10 2026CELEBRITIES

Game night at Madison Square Garden isn't just about the score anymore

When the New York Knicks hit the court for a high-energy playoff game, the real showdown unfolds in the stands. This time, the spotlight swung from basketball to backpacks—or the lack thereof—after Cardi B flashed a $7, 000 Chanel purse during a playoff game. Security rules had banned bags entirely

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