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May 30 2025SCIENCE

Uncovering Ancient Mayan Marvels: A Hidden Urban Triangle

Deep in the heart of Guatemala, a trio of ancient Mayan sites has been unearthed, offering fresh insights into one of the world's most enigmatic civilizations. These sites, nestled in the Petén region, are part of a newly discovered urban triangle, challenging what was previously known about Mayan h

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May 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Clarksdale Celebrates Its Own: The Sinners Festival

Clarksdale, Mississippi, a town of about 14, 000 people, mostly Black, finally got to see their story on the big screen. This happened thanks to the Sinners festival, a three-day event that brought the film Sinners to their hometown. The film, released in April, is about two brothers in the 1930s wh

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May 30 2025CRIME

A Spy In The Shadows: The IT Specialist's Secret Plot

A tech worker for the Defense Intelligence Agency was caught red-handed. Nathan Vilas Laatsch, a 28-year-old from Alexandria, Virginia, was arrested last Thursday. He was trying to hand over secret files to someone he believed was a foreign government official. But it was all a setup. The person he

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May 30 2025HEALTH

Steroid Use Among Powerlifters: The Hidden Mental Risks

Steroid use is a hot topic in the world of powerlifting. These substances, known as androgenic-anabolic steroids, are used to boost muscle growth and strength. However, the conversation often focuses on the physical risks, like liver damage or heart issues. But what about the mental health side effe

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May 30 2025SCIENCE

The Battle of Bacteria: How Salmonella and Shigella Invade the Gut

Salmonella and Shigella are two types of bacteria that cause food poisoning. They are related but have different ways of infecting the body. Both have a toolkit of weapons to invade the cells lining the gut. These weapons include special needles that inject proteins into cells. However, each bacteri

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May 30 2025CRIME

A Man's Mental Health Clouds His Stalking Case Against Jennifer Aniston

A man who has been accused of stalking Jennifer Aniston has been found mentally unfit to face trial. This decision comes after a second psychiatrist confirmed the initial assessment of Jimmy Wayne Carwyle's mental state. Carwyle is accused of crashing his car into Aniston's Bel-Air home and has been

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May 30 2025BUSINESS

Business Travel in a Time of Trade Wars

The business travel industry is facing some serious challenges. A recent poll of over 900 travel professionals revealed a significant drop in optimism. In November 2024, 67% of respondents felt positive about the industry. By April 2025, that number had plummeted to just 31%. This shift is large

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May 30 2025POLITICS

The New Face of Maryland Politics: A Generational Shift?

A political shake-up is brewing in Maryland. Harry Jarin, a 35-year-old entrepreneur and volunteer firefighter, has thrown his hat into the ring. He is challenging Steny Hoyer, the longest-serving House Democrat. This contest is not just about politics. It is about age and experience. Jarin is maki

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May 30 2025BUSINESS

Business Owner's Blunt Take on Trade Wars and Wedding Dresses

A bridal shop owner in Virginia is navigating the challenges of trade wars. Christine Greenberg runs Urban Set Bride in Richmond. She has a clear perspective on the impact of tariffs on her business. Greenberg is frank about the difficulties she faces. She wants to support domestic manufacturing. Ho

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May 30 2025ENVIRONMENT

How a Plant Invader Shapes the Lives of Native Snails

The spread of Spartina alterniflora along the Yellow Sea coast has been a game-changer for local ecosystems. This plant's invasion has not been uniform. It has different effects at different stages of growth. This is especially true for the native snail Littoraria intermedia. Researchers wanted to u

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