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May 15 2026HEALTH

A Fresh Look at a Simple Drug‑Use Tracker in Taiwan

The Brief Addiction Monitor, or BAM, is a quick questionnaire that helps doctors keep tabs on people dealing with substance use disorders. Researchers wondered if this tool would work well outside the United States, so they translated it into Chinese and called it BAM‑Taiwan (BAM‑T). They tested

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May 15 2026HEALTH

Jordy’s Cheerios Spotlight: A Kid’s Fight and a Nation’s Hope

Jordy Greene, just ten years old, found himself in a place most kids only dream of—his face printed on cereal boxes. It wasn’t for a sports star or movie hero; it was part of Pittsburgh Children’s Miracle Network’s big fundraising push, aimed at keeping kids’ hospitals stocked and staffed. The

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May 15 2026CRIME

Chance for Freedom After Years on Death Row

A judge in Oklahoma has set a $500, 000 bond for Richard Glossip, who has been held on death row since 1997. The decision comes as he prepares for a third trial over the murder of motel owner Barry Van Treese. Glossip’s case has drawn worldwide attention, with celebrities and activists voicing suppo

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May 15 2026HEALTH

Biomarker Tests: Delaware’s New Play for Cancer Care

Delaware faces a new challenge in the fight against cancer, one that could change how patients are treated. The state’s lawmakers are considering a bill that would require health plans, including Medicaid, to cover comprehensive biomarker testing. This test looks at a patient’s cells for clues that

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May 15 2026OPINION

Old Iowans Left in the Cold

Paragraph 1: The Iowa Legislature has again failed to act on the needs of its older citizens. This is not a new problem; it has happened before and continues to repeat itself. Paragraph 2: Last year, the state lost Senator Claire Celsi, a strong advocate for seniors. She pushed bills th

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May 15 2026EDUCATION

Kids Get Hands‑On STEM with New Breadboard Kit

A senior from Auburn University just won a $75, 000 prize for a fresh idea that makes learning electronics easier and more fun. Joseph Rusk, who studies electrical engineering at Auburn, created a startup called The BreadBoard Company. His company sells a special kit that turns the confusing p

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Judge Stops Texas Law That Would Let Officials Arrest Migrants

A federal judge in Austin blocked key parts of a Texas law that would let state officials arrest and deport people suspected of crossing the U. S. -Mexico border illegally. Judge David Ezra, appointed by former President Ronald Reagan, said the law is preempted by federal immigration rules and unde

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May 15 2026SPORTS

Buffalo‑Kansas City Game Shifts Networks and Feels New

The Thanksgiving clash between the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs will air on NBC this season instead of its usual home at CBS. This change means fans will not hear the familiar voice of Jim Nantz or his partner Tony Romo. Nantz told a sports magazine that he is fine with the switch, belie

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May 15 2026SPORTS

Matt Fitzpatrick: Quiet Rise, Big Wins

Matt Fitzpatrick’s story is one of steady progress and quiet determination. He began as a standout amateur, winning prestigious titles such as the U. S. Amateur before turning professional in 2014. From that point, he has steadily climbed the ranks of both the PGA and European Tours, proving himself

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May 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Tracking Down Killers: A New Case in the Series You Won’t Want to Miss

Tonight’s episode of a crime-solving series dives into one of Florida’s most shocking murder cases. A college professor was fatally shot in his own home, and investigators believe hired killers were involved. The show doesn’t just replay the crime—it follows real detectives as they hunt for clues, i

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