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May 26 2026HEALTH

Who’s really in charge when the US health system has no leaders?

The US government has quietly blocked its top disease experts from talking directly to the World Health Organization. Instead, small groups of researchers can only listen during WHO meetings—like students in a classroom who can’t ask questions. Any ideas they have must go through layers of bureaucra

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May 26 2026HEALTH

Tick Safety Made Simple: What You Need to Know

Spring and summer mean more outdoor time, but they also bring tiny risks most people overlook. Ticks and mosquitoes become more active when the weather warms up, turning simple walks in the grass or backyard gatherings into potential health concerns. The Kane County Health Department is stepping in

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May 26 2026POLITICS

Colombia’s next leader: Three big personalities in the race

Colombia is choosing a new president this weekend, and three very different candidates are leading the polls. On one side stands Ivan Cepeda, a left-wing senator who has spent years fighting for peace and justice. His father, a senator too, was killed in the 1990s during a wave of violence against l

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May 26 2026LIFESTYLE

Simple ways to dodge common mistakes as you get older

As people move through life, time forces big changes in what they can and cannot do. The real trick isn’t learning new skills, but knowing which old tricks to drop before they trip you up. Staying safe doesn’t mean following a rulebook—it means spotting dangers that feel familiar but waste your stre

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May 26 2026OPINION

Neighbors Can't Agree on Flags—and Ohio Wants to Step In

Ohio recently passed a bill that stops homeowners’ associations from banning the "Thin Blue Line" flag. But why single out this flag? The rule now makes it harder for neighborhoods to enforce their own rules about what symbols can be displayed. Many people see the flag as a simple way to honor poli

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May 26 2026POLITICS

Why asking questions in politics isn't as simple as it seems

It's easy to ask questions when you don't expect much in return, but online discussions don't always work that way. Someone once tried to start a conversation about a local bill by weighing its pros and cons. Instead of answers, they got mockery—laughing emojis and insults like "You're everything wr

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May 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix’s fresh picks for Brazil: drama, docs, and comedy take center stage

Netflix Brazil just dropped five shiny new titles, proving it’s not just about rewatching old favorites anymore. From medical school chaos to an Arctic adventure, the lineup mixes familiar Brazilian flavors with fresh storytelling. Clara Moneke headlines "Med, " a hospital drama diving into the mess

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May 26 2026HEALTH

What Happens When the Oldest Daughter Grows Up Faster

Research shows that the oldest girl in a family often gets ready for adult tasks sooner than her younger siblings—especially when her mom faces tough times during pregnancy. Scientists followed families for 15 years and found that daughters born first to stressed mothers hit a phase called adrenal p

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May 26 2026POLITICS

Venice and beyond: Right-wing coalition holds strong in mayoral races

Voters in Venice just handed Meloni’s coalition an unexpected win—despite polls earlier this month suggesting the left was ahead. Simone Venturini, the center-right candidate, secured over half the votes with 51%, avoiding a runoff and keeping the city under right-wing leadership for another term. T

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May 26 2026POLITICS

Big Powers, Big Questions at Singapore’s Defence Talks

This week, Singapore hosts one of Asia’s biggest defence meetings where top leaders will face tough questions about global conflicts and shifting alliances. The event, running from May 29 to 31, brings together ministers, generals, and analysts to discuss security challenges that could reshape the r

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