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May 17 2026HEALTH

Parkinson’s Care: How Stress and Support Shape Daily Life

Living with Parkinson’s disease isn’t just about managing physical symptoms—it’s also about handling stress, which can drain energy and make daily tasks harder. For those with Parkinson’s and their caregivers, the mental load can feel overwhelming, affecting sleep, mood, and even how well they stick

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May 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Bose’s new speaker faces off with Sonos – but not how you might think

Bose just launched its Lifestyle Ultra lineup, and the smart speaker stands out in a crowded market where most people already have a favorite. Unlike many brands that lock you into one system, Bose keeps things open. Want to use your phone, tablet, or laptop? No problem. Need Google Cast, Apple AirP

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May 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Switches: Simple Upgrades for a Smarter Home

Smart home gadgets aren’t just for new houses with all the latest tech. Even in older homes packed with regular appliances, smart switches can add modern convenience without breaking the bank. These small devices plug into existing fixtures and give basic machines new superpowers. Instead of replaci

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May 16 2026FINANCE

Pershing Square Picks Microsoft: Why the Tech Giant Still Matters

Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital has added Microsoft to its portfolio, showing confidence in the company despite a shaky start to the year. The investment comes after Ackman highlighted Microsoft’s two main business engines: the M365 productivity suite, which powers everyday tools like Word and

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May 16 2026CRIME

Death Penalty Pursued for Israeli Embassy Shooting

The U. S. Justice Department has announced it will seek the death penalty against Elias Rodriguez, who is charged with murdering two Israeli Embassy staff in Washington. The victims were Yaron Lischinsky, an Israeli national working in the U. S. , and Sarah Milgrim, a U. S. citizen; both were leavin

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May 16 2026SCIENCE

A Cheap, Bright Way to Spot Cancer Signals

The new sensor turns on a light signal when it finds the cancer marker CEA. It uses a tiny piece of DNA that sticks to CEA and a special nanoparticle made from cerium and zinc called Ce‑UiO‑66. The particle is a super‑quencher: it almost completely hides the DNA’s glow until CEA binds. Scient

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May 16 2026BUSINESS

Walmart’s Future: A Slow‑Mo Growth Story

Walmart is facing a slow growth pace that many investors see as a warning sign. Analysts predict the retailer’s first‑quarter sales will rise about 6. 6% overall, but the company itself projects only a 3. 5‑4. 5% increase when currency swings are removed. Foreign‑exchange movements could push the h

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May 16 2026BUSINESS

Dropping Out to Open a Padel Club

The story begins with a restless student who had finished college studying economics, Spanish and German. After a stint at a tech startup in New York, the idea of staying in that world seemed stale. The next logical step felt like enrolling at Wharton, but the campus was already buzzing with recruit

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May 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Film House Sweetheart Entertainment

Nicky Weinstock and Andrea Bucko have teamed up to create Sweetheart Entertainment, a fresh production company that debuted at Cannes while both had movies in the festival’s competition sections. Weinstock produced “Clarissa, ” shown in Directors’ Fortnight, and Bucko worked on James Gray’s “Paper T

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May 16 2026POLITICS

A Staten Island activist's life marked by bold opinions and lasting impact

Robert Zahn spent over two decades shaping Staten Island's political scene, first as a utility worker at Ground Zero, then as a conservative organizer who never shied from debate. His 17-year fight with prostate cancer ended at 60, leaving behind a legacy of unfiltered opinions and grassroots activi

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