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May 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

A Lightweight Laptop That Keeps Up with Your Busy Routine

Life today means juggling work, travel, and endless small tasks. Whether you're hopping between meetings or trying to finish a project on a cramped airplane seat, a good laptop needs to match your pace. The Dell XPS 14 steps into that role as a slim, fast machine designed for people who don’t have t

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May 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

A Smaller Smart Ring That Watches Your Health While You Sleep

The latest version of this finger-sized gadget is 40% smaller than before, making it look almost like a regular wedding band instead of a bulky fitness tracker. It’s made from titanium that won’t irritate sensitive skin, so it feels light enough to forget it’s even there. The real update isn’t just

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May 29 2026HEALTH

Behind the Billions: How Medicaid Autism Billing Became a Hotspot for Scams

Medicaid spending on autism therapies has ballooned in recent years, drawing attention not just for its growth but for the staggering gaps in oversight that allowed fraud to thrive. A federal audit found Colorado alone handed out $77. 8 million in questionable payments for Applied Behavior Analysis

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May 29 2026HEALTH

Protecting Boston from mpox: why the rise in cases matters

Boston is seeing a jump in mpox cases, a disease once called monkeypox. Local health teams are watching the numbers closely. They say the risk to the public right now is low. Still, they urge people who might be at higher risk to get the two-dose vaccine. The shots work best if taken four weeks apar

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May 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

Genetic Testing Giant Faces Legal Heat Over Data Exposure

A major player in home DNA testing found itself in legal trouble last month when California took action against it for a large-scale data breach from 2023. Officials say the company failed to act quickly enough on early warnings about unauthorized access to its systems. Around 6. 9 million people ac

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May 29 2026EDUCATION

Foundation Steps Up to Save Adaptive PE Program After Budget Cuts Threaten Disabled Students

Last spring, Napa Valley College made tough budget decisions that cut a program over 40 years old, serving more than 200 students with disabilities each semester. The adaptive physical education program gave disabled students and older adults a place to exercise safely using special equipment design

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May 29 2026CRIME

A Drunk Cyclist\'s Outburst Leaves Two Candidates Shaken

Over Memorial Day weekend, two Spokane political hopefuls found themselves in an unexpected clash with a clearly intoxicated man while putting up campaign signs. Adrian Davis, 43, now faces serious charges after what started as a simple act of political campaigning turned into a violent confrontatio

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May 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Blonde Book Lover Unveils a Podcast for Multitaskers

A 24-year-old model and social media star is flipping the script on how young women can spend their time. Olivia Ponton, known for her fashion and beauty content, has rebranded her book podcast to highlight that being interested in books doesn’t mean giving up other passions. Her show, now called “B

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May 29 2026POLITICS

A Big-Name Fight Lands at the White House—But Who’s Really Paying the Bills?

A giant octagon is getting built on the South Lawn of the White House to host eight MMA fights on the president’s 80th birthday. The UFC calls it “UFC Freedom 250, ” a nod to the nation’s upcoming 250-year anniversary. Big stars like Adam Sandler and Ben Stiller were invited by Dana White, but both

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May 29 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Quiet Land Split: How Rising Waters Threaten a Star-Studded Beach

Jupiter Island isn’t just another stretch of sand in Florida—it’s a private strip where high-profile owners like Tiger Woods and Venus Williams keep homes behind guarded gates. But beneath the glamour, the island is shrinking. A thin strip of land near Peck Lake, just 460 feet wide at its narrowest,

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