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May 04 2026POLITICS

New York Democrats push for more control over election boundaries

New York’s Democratic leaders, led by Governor Kathy Hochul, are pushing to change state rules on drawing congressional districts—again. This move comes after a recent Supreme Court decision sided with Republicans in a Louisiana case, but the Democrats aren’t accepting the outcome. Instead of waitin

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May 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Fashion, Money, and the Met Gala: A Look Beyond the Glamour

Lauren Sánchez Bezos stands out in fashion photos—not for her unique style, but for how her choices reflect the industry’s growing divide. Unlike those who appreciate fashion for its artistry and message, her approach seems more about personal luxury and less about meaningful impact. She embodies th

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May 04 2026ENVIRONMENT

Better ways to predict wild river flows

Scientists know that predicting when rivers will swell dangerously helps towns, farmers and water managers prepare. Yet the usual methods often guess too high or too low because rivers don’t always follow simple rules. One tool, called SWAT, mimics the land and water cycles to estimate how much wate

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May 04 2026SCIENCE

How Tiny Needles Might Help Heal Brain Damage

Scientists are exploring a surprising tool to help brains recover after strokes: tiny electric pulses delivered through needles. This method, called electroacupuncture, seems to calm down harmful inflammation in the brain and encourage healing cells to take action. The key players are special brain

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May 04 2026SPORTS

Balancing progress with community needs in Denver’s new sports complex

Denver’s plan for a major sports and entertainment district near Burnham Yard keeps sparking strong reactions. While the Denver Broncos push for a modern complex with stadiums, shops, and green spaces, the area’s history raises tough questions. Long before parking lots and tailgate parks, Indigenous

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May 04 2026RELIGION

A Historic Church Hopes for a New Future Near the United Center

A 140-year-old church near Chicago’s United Center is fighting to stay alive as the area around it transforms. Greater Union Baptist Church, with its striking red brick walls and intricate wooden ceiling, has been closed since 2022 because of a broken heating system and an unpaid $14, 000 gas bill.

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May 04 2026LIFESTYLE

High school dance night: Big turnout at Cleveland Hilton for fancy prom fun

The annual prom for St. Ignatius High School took over the downtown Cleveland Hilton this year, drawing close to 600 students and their guests. Instead of a traditional black-tie event, they went with a "Derby Day" theme linked to the Kentucky Derby, blending racing excitement with high school tradi

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Poland confident about Patriot missile delivery delays

Poland's defense minister made it clear this weekend that no signs point to delays in the country’s Patriot missile system deliveries. While other European nations like the UK, Lithuania, and Estonia are being warned to expect long hold-ups in American weapon shipments due to the ongoing war in Iran

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May 04 2026CRIME

Uncovering the hidden science behind testing drug-laced foods

Food isn’t always what it seems. In crime labs worldwide, scientists regularly examine foods for hidden drugs after crimes or seizures. But testing isn’t straightforward—chocolate, drinks, or even gummy candies behave differently when mixed with substances like cannabis, painkillers, or sedatives. E

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May 04 2026ENVIRONMENT

When Earth Moves: How Swiss Pollution Spots Risk Contaminating Water

Switzerland keeps track of about 38, 000 spots where soil or ground water has been polluted. These can be old dumps, factory yards, shooting ranges, or places where accidents happened years ago. Most of us don’t notice them, but nature sometimes does. Heavy rain can turn quiet slopes into fast-movin

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