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May 27 2026POLITICS

Truth Panel Set to Scrutinize Drug‑War Deaths

A new group is being formed in the Philippines to look into killings that happened during a government campaign against drugs. The panel is headed by a former judge from the International Criminal Court and will act without direct government influence. Its main job is to gather facts about peo

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May 27 2026POLITICS

Kids at Risk: Why Flavorful Vapes Are a Growing Threat

The fight against teen smoking has been a major win for public health, with high‑school cigarette use dropping from 30 % to just 1. 7 % in the last decade. Yet a new danger is quietly rising: flavored e‑cigarettes, or vapes. Today about 8 % of high‑schoolers vape regularly, and almost all of them ch

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May 27 2026CELEBRITIES

New Beats and New Beginnings

Ziggy Marley has been busy. He survived a pandemic, turned his dad’s life into film, and released an album of duets with big names. Now he wants a fresh start. He built a new studio in Los Angeles called Rebel Lion Studio. It lets him try out recording at 432 Hz, a frequency he feels is more natura

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May 27 2026HEALTH

Delays in Getting Help for Postmenopausal Bleeding Among Black Women

When a woman’s period stops, any bleeding afterward is a red flag that shouldn’t be ignored. Yet many Black women wait too long to see a doctor, especially those who were born in the United States versus those who immigrated. This lag can lead to worse outcomes for a serious disease called endometri

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May 27 2026EDUCATION

School Mix and Bullying: How Diversity Helps or Fails

Studies show that about one in four high‑school students in the U. S. are bullied by classmates. The new research looks specifically at bullying that targets people because of their race, ethnicity, country of origin or religion. It also asks whether a school’s mix of different groups and its loca

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May 27 2026OPINION

The Quiet Room Where Freedom Was Born

Independence Hall is a small, plain room that feels like a quiet witness to history. It was the place where people decided America would be its own nation, and later where they agreed on the Constitution. The room has no fancy decorations; its simplicity reminds us that big ideas can come from

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May 27 2026SPORTS

Coach Kiffin’s Comment Storm Hits SEC Rules

Lane Kiffin, the head coach of LSU football, has sparked a heated debate after making remarks about recruiting differences between his team and Ole Miss. The comments, which were first shared in an interview with Vanity Fair, suggest that Kiffin’s recruiting process is less affected by family concer

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May 27 2026OPINION

Persuasion: Lessons from a Past Great Speaker

"The way people talk today feels harsh and loud, often cutting straight to conflict instead of trying to understand one another. Recent research shows that some politicians gain attention by insulting others, and this trend spreads across government branches. It is not just the quality of language t

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May 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

IDID Takes Off With Fresh “Fly! ” Release

IDID, the newest boy band from Starship Entertainment, has launched a two‑track single album called “FLY! ” that showcases their upbeat energy and genuine teamwork. The lead song, titled “FLY! ”, comes with a B‑side named “Attent! on. ” The group, formed through the survival show Debut’s Plan in Mar

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May 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Canadian Women Powering the Screen

The Canadian film and TV scene has grown into a global force, thanks to a group of women who steer budgets, talent and stories. They work in every layer: from federal agencies that fund projects to studios that bring Hollywood productions north, and from festival organizers who showcase local work t

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