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May 09 2026POLITICS

EU Faces Return of High Tariffs If July 4 Deadline Missed

The United States has warned that it will re‑impose steep tariffs on goods from the European Union if Brussels does not finish its commitments by July 4. The message came from Trade Representative Jamieson Greer during a TV interview. Greer said he had spoken with officials from several European co

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May 09 2026POLITICS

Trump Eyes Removal of FDA Head Makary

The president is said to be considering a move against the Food and Drug Administration’s top boss. Marty Makary, who joined the agency in March 2025, could be let go soon. The decision is not yet set and might change before any action happens. Makary comes from a medical background. He is

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May 09 2026POLITICS

TikTok Settlement Sparks Debate Over How $400 Million Will Be Used

A huge settlement of about $400 million is close to being finalized between the U. S. government and TikTok, according to sources familiar with the case. The money comes after a lawsuit that accused the app of gathering private data from children under 13 without parental approval. The case was brou

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May 09 2026POLITICS

White House Meeting Sparks Friction in Pro‑Life Circle

Anti‑abortion groups plan to sit down with White House staff on Friday, reflecting a growing sense of impatience over President Trump’s pace in pushing tougher abortion limits. The conversation follows comments from Marjorie Dannenfelser, head of Susan B. Anthony Pro‑Life America, who said that a

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May 09 2026POLITICS

Kim Says Russia Is North Korea’s Biggest Ally

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent a note to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday, celebrating the day Russia remembers its World War II victory. In his message, Kim stressed that North Korea’s friendship with Russia is the most important thing for the country. He said his nation will f

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May 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Giant Slide Lets Kids Feel the Power of Energy

A brand‑new attraction at Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry invites visitors to experience energy in a literal way. The 33‑foot slide, part of the “Powering the Future” exhibit that opened on May 8, lets children glide down a steel tube while learning about the forces that keep our world movi

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May 09 2026SCIENCE

A Trail of Science Stories

Ned Rozell, who spent three decades writing about Alaska’s science for the university’s forum, rode a 515‑mile bike trip from Fairbanks to Unalakleet before he retired. During the ride, he was honored with three awards: the Edith Bullock Prize from the University of Alaska Foundation, the Roger Smit

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May 09 2026HEALTH

Dark Chocolate and Cholesterol: What the Science Says

The conversation around chocolate has shifted from sweet indulgence to a potential health ally, especially when it comes to heart wellness. Dark chocolate stands out because it contains the highest amount of cocoa, which brings a rich supply of flavanols and polyphenols—natural compounds that may in

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May 09 2026POLITICS

War Files Unveiled: A New Look at Sky Mysteries

The U. S. War Department has opened its archives, sharing a first batch of documents and footage that claim to show unexplained aerial events spanning almost eight decades. These releases come after a former president’s order for full disclosure of government records on unidentified phenomena. Th

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May 09 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin as a Digital Power Tool for the Military

The U. S. Indo‑Pacific Command recently ran a Bitcoin node, sparking talk about the cryptocurrency’s role in national defense. A senior commander highlighted Bitcoin as a “valuable computer science tool” that could help project power across the globe. The comment came after Iran asked for Bitcoin to

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