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May 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

How AI Can Help Us Understand Well-Being Better

Technology today can track almost everything about our daily lives—from sleep patterns to step counts. Artificial intelligence could soon use this data to guess how we're feeling. But if the AI works like a mystery box, spitting out results without any reasoning, people won't trust it. Imagine an ap

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May 09 2026HEALTH

Digital Footprints: How Our Tech Habits Shape Health Over Time

Every swipe, click, and notification leaves a trace. Over years, these digital footprints add up to a hidden layer of health influences most people never consider. Researchers argue that the time we spend online isn’t just about entertainment—it actively rewires our biology and behavior in ways that

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May 09 2026BUSINESS

GE's Smart Move: Staying Flexible in the Energy Game

GE Vernova isn’t putting all its energy eggs in one basket. Instead of betting big on one energy source, the company is playing it smart by staying flexible. While gas turbines get most of the attention—orders are stacked through 2030—the real story is how GE is quietly building a future-proof busin

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May 09 2026POLITICS

US tightens grip on Cuba’s business links

The US recently added new trade limits on Cuba, focusing hard on a big business group called GAESA. This company is run by the Cuban military, handling money and important jobs on the island. One major move was cutting Canada’s long-running nickel mine deal after 32 years. This shows how Washington’

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May 09 2026POLITICS

Cuba's giant business group under US fire

A big business group in Cuba is now in the crosshairs of US sanctions. The company, GAESA, is run by the Cuban military and controls nearly half of Cuba's economy. That means it oversees everything from shops and hotels to banks and travel agencies. The US government recently added GAESA and its lea

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May 09 2026POLITICS

Healdsburg's Future Train Station Gets a Head Start on Celebrations

Before a single track is laid or a shovel hits the dirt, Healdsburg is already throwing a party for a train station that won’t open for years. Over 1, 000 people gathered at a local hall to mark the planned SMART rail extension, even though construction won’t begin until 2027. The excitement isn’t j

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May 09 2026POLITICS

Russia and UAE Align on Avoiding New Middle East Conflict

Diplomatic talks between Russia and the UAE reveal shared concern over rising tensions in the Middle East. On a recent call, a top Russian official pressed for stronger backing of US-Iran negotiations, warning that new fighting could threaten regional stability. The conversation centered on preventi

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May 09 2026EDUCATION

A late start for the 2027 school year in Anne Arundel

Next year’s school schedule in Anne Arundel County takes a different path. Instead of kicking off in late August, classes begin on August 30, 2027. The change came after the school board voted unanimously on a fresh calendar. Officials say the delay helps avoid losing teaching days to holidays that

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May 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple tightens education discounts with new rules

Apple just made it harder to get discounts on its devices. The tech giant used to trust customers to say they were students, teachers, or parents when buying from its education store. Now, you have to prove it. This change started in 2022 but has spread to more countries, including the U. S. , Austr

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May 09 2026EDUCATION

Mexico’s Schools Close Early for World Cup — But Is It Worth It?

The Mexican government just moved up the end of the school year by over a month because of the 2026 World Cup. Schools now finish classes on June 5 instead of June 15, giving students an extra 40 days of summer break. The government says a recent heat wave helped justify the change, but the World Cu

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