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May 02 2026HEALTH

Pregnancy, Violence, and Health in Africa

In many parts of sub‑Saharan Africa, women face a serious risk when their partners turn violent during pregnancy. The danger is not only emotional; it can lead to injuries, serious illnesses, and even death for both mother and unborn child. Researchers have gathered data from many studies to underst

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Drone war widens in Ukraine as daytime strikes surge

Early last month, Ukrainian skies turned into a battleground not just at night but from morning through afternoon. Over 400 drones flooded the airspace in just seven and a half hours. Most never reached their targets. Nighttime strikes have long been Russia’s preferred playbook since the conflict be

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May 02 2026HEALTH

A New Hope for Late-Stage Pancreatic Cancer Patients

Doctors in the U. S. now have another tool to fight a tough cancer. The FDA gave the green light for early use of an experimental pill called daraxonrasib. It targets pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, a fast-spreading form of pancreatic cancer that has already resisted other treatments. Patients who

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May 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

From Moon Races to Mars Wars: How One Show Changed Space Stories Forever

The idea that losing the Moon race could actually help NASA might sound strange at first. In reality, the US only beat the Soviet Union due to huge funding and teamwork after the USSR had already won every major early space contest. But what if America had failed in 1969? That's the question this se

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May 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Solutions for Packaging: What’s Changing in the Industry

A major event in packaging innovation is coming soon. A company known for advanced materials will present fresh ideas at a big trade show in Germany. Instead of just showing off new products, they’re focusing on solutions that meet tough rules and reduce waste. One standout creation is a seal made f

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May 02 2026OPINION

Science in America: Who’s Really Calling the Shots?

Earlier this year, a group of top science advisors got the boot. All twenty-two members of the National Science Board—experts nominated for their lifetime achievements—were removed before their terms ended. These weren’t random picks; they were carefully chosen from universities, industries, and res

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May 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Gizmoplex to Close After Three Years of Serving MST3K Fans

A niche streaming service built for fans of Mystery Science Theater 3000 is closing its doors after just three years. Gizmoplex offered a way for supporters to watch classic episodes and newer original content. For those who backed recent Kickstarter campaigns, the service was the easiest way to cla

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May 02 2026HEALTH

Why Are Young People Struggling to Find Purpose?

A professor returned to teaching in 2019 after spending over a decade outside the classroom. He noticed something odd about his students. While college life was once associated with energy and excitement, many now seemed weighed down by emptiness. Digging deeper, he found shocking trends: young adul

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Tech giants quietly step up AI support for US military ops

The Pentagon just inked deals with five more tech powerhouses—Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon, and two others—to push AI tools deeper into classified military networks. These agreements let the Defense Department experiment with advanced AI for tasks like target selection, though exactly how remains uncle

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May 02 2026CELEBRITIES

Why a Judge Wants Hunter Biden’s Money Details Out in the Open

A judge just ordered Hunter Biden to hand over financial records—not because anyone is accusing him of hiding money, but because his spending habits could change how much he pays his ex-partner for their 7-year-old daughter. Lunden Roberts, who shares custody of Navy Joan Roberts, is pushing to rais

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