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May 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

The woman shaping China’s chip future under pressure

Back in 2003, a young engineer named He Tingbo was handed a massive responsibility: lead Huawei’s push to design its own computer chips. At the time, the company gave her a $400 million budget and clear instructions—a bet that would later place her at the heart of China’s tech independence story. Ov

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May 26 2026LIFESTYLE

When do bars really close? It depends on where you are

Colorado has a funny way of letting some towns stretch the rules on alcohol sales—especially when it comes to late-night partying. Glendale, a tiny city sandwiched between Denver and Aurora, lets bars serve drinks until 4 a. m. , while Denver itself is stuck at 2 a. m. under state law. The secret? A

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May 26 2026CELEBRITIES

Chris Brown Receives Honorary Doctorate While Touring North America

The music world often hands out special awards to famous performers. This time, Chris Brown earned an honorary title in visual and performing arts. Unlike traditional degrees requiring years of study and tuition, this recognition comes with minimal effort. Critics point out the contrast between cele

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May 26 2026BUSINESS

Small-town coffee shop finds roots in local love

A Sherrard coffee trailer that started serving drinks in August 2024 just planted itself permanently down the street. Brews Energy moved from its mobile setup to a small storefront at 410 Third St. , Suite B, where it now offers both hot coffee and energy drinks under one roof. The change came with

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May 26 2026CRIME

Money moves and trust broken: what a political scandal reveals

Peter Murrell once handled millions meant for Scotland’s push for independence. Instead of keeping those funds separate as promised, he quietly moved over £400, 000 into his own accounts. That money paid for cars, a motorhome, and pricey items from brands like Estee Lauder and Harrods. Between 2010

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May 25 2026ART

Art Sales Surge: How a $2. 5 Billion Bounce‑Back Was Engineered

A quiet Thursday night, auction houses set the stage for a big win. The spotlight fell on a famous Jackson Pollock piece, and buyers hurried to place their bids. In just seven minutes the painting sold for $181. 2 million, smashing its previous record. But that was only the beginning. Across the sa

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May 25 2026EDUCATION

Learning to Be Present: A Lesson From a Hospital Room

In college, the rhythm is almost always “add. ” More classes, more clubs, extra projects—every slot in a schedule is an opportunity to fill. The sense of success feels tied to how packed the week is, how many new skills you can list on a résumé. Busy becomes a badge of honor. A chance to step away

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May 25 2026POLITICS

Israel Urges Return to Strikes Over Rising Drone Threat

The Israeli government has called for a new round of air attacks on Beirut after a surge in drone strikes from Hezbollah. A fatal incident involving an Israeli soldier prompted Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to demand that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu act decisively. Smotrich argued that eve

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May 25 2026HEALTH

Boosting Health in Somalia with Tax on Toxics

In many parts of the world, diseases that can be prevented or treated with simple care claim most lives. Experts say that almost three‑quarters of deaths are linked to such conditions, and the numbers could climb sharply in coming years. Because of this, a global goal called Universal Health Coverag

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May 25 2026EDUCATION

Economics: The Missing Piece in Kansas Schools

Kansas students are learning about government rules and how to manage their own money, but a vital topic remains absent from the curriculum. The state has pushed for civics tests and personal finance classes, yet many lawmakers treat these subjects as interchangeable. Without economics, learne

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