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May 24 2026HEALTH

Bangladesh's measles crisis: what's behind the surge and how it's being fought

Bangladesh is currently facing one of its worst measles outbreaks in years, with serious consequences for children. So far this year, health officials have recorded at least 86 confirmed measles deaths among kids, along with another 426 cases where symptoms strongly suggest measles. These numbers co

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Why the “Good Guy” vs “Bad Guy” Debate Misses the Point

Politics often feels like a wrestling match where two wrestlers pretend to fight while secretly following the same script. One side gets labeled “Viewpoint A” – the usual heroes in this show – while the other becomes “Viewpoint B, ” the dramatic villains. But here’s the twist: both wrestlers actuall

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May 23 2026CELEBRITIES

A busy president misses his son's wedding

The U. S. president won't be at his son's wedding this weekend. He says he has to stay in Washington to handle important government work instead. The wedding is happening on a small island in the Bahamas. The president shared his thoughts on this in a post on his social media platform. The presiden

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May 23 2026POLITICS

How NYC’s Immigration Arrests Jumped After the Last Election

New York City saw a big rise in federal immigration arrests after the 2024 presidential inauguration. A city report found that between Trump’s swearing-in and March 2026, ICE picked up 5, 567 people in the area. That’s 71% more than during the same period under the previous president. More than hal

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Trump's Visit Tests His Pull with Voters in a Key Suburban Battle

Trump’s trip to New York’s Hudson Valley isn’t just another political stop—it’s a gamble. The president is teaming up with Rep. Mike Lawler in a district that flipped blue in the last presidential election, meaning every vote counts. Lawler is one of the few Republicans holding a seat in a place whe

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May 23 2026CRIME

Baltimore County’s next prosecutor faces tough choices on youth crime

The race for Baltimore County’s top prosecutor spot is heating up, with candidates pushing different ideas on how to handle rising crime. One candidate argues that current policies aren’t working and wants stronger action against juvenile offenses. She points to recent crime spikes in areas like Tow

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Politicians and their unexpected turns during speeches

During a recent visit to Suffern, New York, a speaker planned to discuss economic plans but quickly shifted focus to unrelated topics. Instead of talking about financial policies, the speaker brought up voter ID laws, crime in urban areas, and even debates about fairness in women's sports. The audie

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Drone Strike Rocks College in War Zone: What Really Happened?

Early Friday morning, a drone crashed into a college building in Luhansk, a region claimed by Russia since 2022. Officials in Moscow quickly blamed Ukraine, calling the incident a 'monstrous crime' that killed four people and injured 35, including many students. But without independent checks, the t

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May 23 2026BUSINESS

Tech Job Cuts Hit Bay Area, but South Bay Holds Strong

April brought tough news for workers across California as the state lost 3, 300 jobs. The Bay Area followed the same trend, shedding 700 positions. But not all areas suffered equally. The South Bay bucked the trend by adding 500 jobs, defying the broader slowdown. The tech industry remains the bigg

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Who’s Really Running L. A. ’s Movie Scene?

Los Angeles’ mayor is pushing hard to keep film productions in the city, but critics say her moves came too late. Since 2022, she’s created a film council, cut red tape, and backed a $750 million state tax credit. She also promised to lift caps on California’s film incentives and even supported a fe

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