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May 28 2026HEALTH

Can yoga help patients with head and neck cancer during radiation therapy?

Head and neck cancer patients often face tough side effects from radiation therapy like tiredness, pain, and stress. These issues can make daily life harder. Researchers wanted to see if adding yoga to their routine could improve their well-being. They studied patients who did yoga regularly—includi

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May 28 2026FINANCE

France's Budget Plan Stays Firm Despite Global Tensions

France isn't backing down from its financial goals this year. Even with rising concerns about conflicts overseas, the country still aims to shrink its deficit to 5% of its total output. Looking ahead, they plan to push that number below 3% by 2029. The finance team insists they can do this without r

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May 28 2026CRYPTO

A New Digital Dollar for Big Money Players

Banks and crypto firms just teamed up to launch a fresh kind of dollar coin called fUSD. Unlike most stablecoins that sit idle without growing, this one gives big institutions a small cut—around 3% per year—if they play by specific rules. The coin is built on existing tech used by trading desks and

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May 28 2026POLITICS

Southern Lebanon Faces New Evacuation Orders as Tensions Rise

Israel has now marked another large area in southern Lebanon as a combat zone, urging civilians living south of the Zahrani River to move north immediately. Residents in this roughly 2, 000 square kilometer stretch have been told to leave, with the military stating it will respond “with great force”

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May 28 2026POLITICS

Why Trump’s work record sparks mixed feelings

The debate over political achievements often ignores the messy reality behind them. Farah Griffin recently highlighted Trump’s active role in pushing policies, noting he isn’t just a polarizing figure but someone who delivers results. Still, critics argue that what gets done matters more than the ac

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May 28 2026OPINION

How growing hate affects kids and what we can do about it

Back in the day, kids went to school and played without worrying too much about hateful speech or violence. Things weren’t perfect—segregation was real in many parts of the country, and people didn’t always treat each other fairly. But there was a sense of basic respect, even when people disagreed.

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May 28 2026POLITICS

Voting for healthcare in Maine: what really matters

Maine voters often see candidates in everyday places—school games, diners, or town meetings. That closeness can make politics feel personal, even cozy. But when it comes to healthcare, being likable isn’t the same as being effective. A candidate’s charm doesn’t heal a sick patient or pay a surprise

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May 28 2026POLITICS

Lebanon’s Cease-Fires: A Cycle of Broken Promises

Lebanon has tried stopping wars before. Many times. Since breaking free from colonial rule in the 1940s, the country has signed at least seven peace deals under international pressure. Each one promised calm, but none delivered lasting safety. Instead, Lebanon has bounced between civil war, cross-bo

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May 28 2026OPINION

Why Cities Keep Paying for Stadiums That May Not Be Worth It

Sports teams often act like they hold all the cards when cities talk about building new stadiums. If a town hesitates, owners threaten to leave—like the Oakland A’s did when they moved to Las Vegas instead of waiting for Oakland’s deal. Other teams have made the same move, from San Diego to Tampa, a

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May 28 2026FINANCE

Bitcoin vs. Tech Stocks: Where’s the Smart Money Really Going?

Right now, Bitcoin sits at around $75, 000 while some experts say it should be closer to $134, 000. So why the gap? A lot of investors have dumped crypto for tech stocks like Nvidia, pulled in by big profits and hype. This isn’t just guesswork—data shows hedge funds are heavily betting on tech, leav

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