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May 27 2026POLITICS

Florida Faces Big Health Coverage Drop, Hispanics Hit Hard

A new study shows that by 2034 about 16 million Americans could lose health insurance because federal aid ends and rules change. Florida is likely to be one of the worst affected states, with a sharp rise in people who do not have coverage. The city’s free health clinic, the Caridad Center in Boynto

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May 27 2026HEALTH

Feeling Safe Alone: When Fear Trumps Friendships

People often feel nervous when they meet strangers or speak before a crowd. That normal worry is called social anxiety and usually fades after the event. For others, however, the fear of being judged becomes a constant shadow that keeps them away from almost every social setting. This deep‑seated dr

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May 27 2026EDUCATION

School Mix and Bullying: How Diversity Helps or Fails

Studies show that about one in four high‑school students in the U. S. are bullied by classmates. The new research looks specifically at bullying that targets people because of their race, ethnicity, country of origin or religion. It also asks whether a school’s mix of different groups and its loca

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May 27 2026SCIENCE

The Hidden Time‑Warp of Looping Videos

Many people spend hours scrolling through short clips that repeat endlessly on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. A recent study looked at how this habit affects the way people feel about time, as well as their emotions and excitement. Researchers followed 151 young adults over two weeks, asking t

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May 27 2026HEALTH

Brain Blood Vessels: New Genes That May Warn of a Dangerous Bleed

Scientists searched the whole human genome to spot genetic clues that increase the risk of a dangerous brain aneurysm. They studied thousands of people, looking for patterns linked to the condition that can burst and cause fatal bleeding. The research revealed several new regions in DNA that are str

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May 27 2026LIFESTYLE

What does it mean to be Wasian today?

The term Wasian—mixing white and Asian heritage—has popped up everywhere lately, mostly because a bunch of well-known faces have started using it. Think Olympic skaters, actors and musicians who suddenly feel seen in a way they didn’t growing up. For some, the label is helpful. It’s a quick way to s

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May 27 2026HEALTH

Time to rethink COVID vaccine updates for 2026

Health experts now face a key decision: should next year’s COVID vaccines focus on the newest virus strains? U. S. regulatory advisors meet Thursday to vote on whether to switch from the current LP. 8. 1 target to newer variants like XFG, which now dominates new infections. This isn’t just about sci

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May 27 2026HEALTH

How Donated Help Fades and Problems Grow in Uganda’s Biggest Refuge Camp

In 2025, a sudden stop in outside cash and supplies left aid workers scrambling in Nakivale, one of Africa’s longest-running refugee spots. Many residents woke up to empty clinics and empty ration lines even though the camp had survived for years on foreign donations. Officials say the cuts came fas

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May 27 2026LIFESTYLE

Silver Pride 2026: A Celebration That Honors Older LGBTQ+ Voices

Every June, Sarasota turns pink and purple for Pride Month. This year, a special event called Silver Pride 2026 on June 6 will focus on LGBTQ+ seniors. The event runs from noon to 4 p. m. at Senior Friendship Centers on Brother Geenen Way. Instead of loud parades or flashing lights, this celebration

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May 27 2026HEALTH

Too much screen time hurts kids more than we thought

Kids today spend more time staring at screens than doing anything else, including sleeping and playing outside. A new warning from health experts says this trend is causing real problems for young people. From toddlers to teens, daily screen use adds up fast—often starting before a child’s first bir

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