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Jun 06 2026SPORTS

High School Stars Shine in June Awards

Readers on the city’s online portal chose this month’s standout athletes from local high schools, covering performances up to the end of May. Winners can now download and print their own certificates from a shared link, and they’re encouraged to send a photo of the award in use for the newspaper’s g

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Jun 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

Europe Moves Away From U. S. Tech: What Happens to Researchers?

Europe has begun to cut back on using software from U. S. companies. Scientists and students in the region are noticing a shift. The change is driven by concerns over privacy, data control and national security. The move means that European labs will look for local or open‑source tools. Th

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Jun 06 2026FINANCE

Nexera Shares Drop as Traders Take Profits

The stock market saw a noticeable decline on Friday, with the Nasdaq slipping more than three percent and the S&P 500 falling over one point. Investors were quick to secure profits after Nexera Technologies announced a significant corporate event the day before. Nexera’s stake in its subsidiary, Fo

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Jun 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

A New Kind of Weighted Vest That Doesn’t Slip or Sizzle

Zelus has released a fresh take on weighted vests that promises to change how people train. The new product uses a special mix of silicone and tiny iron pieces that stay put no matter how you move. This means the weight never shifts or pools, which is a problem with older vests that use loose sand o

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Jun 06 2026FINANCE

Stocks Drop After Strong Jobs Report, Tech Stocks Hit Hard

A sharp fall in the markets happened on June 5, driven by a jobs report that surprised many. The U. S. Department of Labor announced more workers were hired than analysts expected, raising worries that inflation might stay high for longer. Because of this, investors feared the Federal Reserve

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Jun 06 2026EDUCATION

Legacy of a Quiet Scholar

Prof. JP van Niekerk, born on 29 December 1936 and passing away on 12 December 2025, left a quiet but deep imprint on the academic world. He spent his life studying the subtle ways that language shapes society, and he never shied away from challenging established ideas. His research highlighted h

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Jun 06 2026CELEBRITIES

A Passport Mix‑Up on the Runway to the Skies

Chris Hemsworth once brought his son to a flight with the wrong passport. He had his daughter’s document instead of his boy’s, and airport staff stopped him because the papers didn’t match. Hemsworth joked that he is more likely to forget his child’s passport than his own. His wife, Elsa Pataky, poi

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Jun 06 2026HEALTH

Avoiding the 5 Foods That Raise Your Cholesterol

People in the U. S. often face high cholesterol, a condition that raises the chance of heart attacks and strokes. Cholesterol is a natural fat in the blood, but when its levels climb too high it can clog arteries and block blood flow. Doctors check it with a lipid panel, and if the numbers are off t

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Jun 06 2026SCIENCE

Health Links: How Aging Joints and Bones May Signal Parkinson’s Risk

Older adults often face bone loss, muscle shrinkage, and joint pain. These conditions—known as sarcopenia, osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis—are common in people over 50. Recent research from a large UK study suggests that these musculoskeletal problems could be warning signs for Parkinson’s disease.

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Jun 06 2026ART

Free Art Show in Kingston Highlights Healing

Kingston’s art community is opening its doors for a free event called Mending Ways. The show invites visitors to see how art can help people heal. Works from local artists illustrate emotions, recovery, and hope. The exhibition runs over the next two weeks in a downtown gallery. Everyone

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