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May 29 2026SCIENCE

Fast‑Moving Science Meets a New Ebola Threat

The Democratic Republic of Congo is battling a fresh Ebola outbreak, and researchers are racing to stop it. Within days of the World Health Organization calling for an emergency, teams had already pinpointed the most promising drugs and vaccines. They are leaning on lessons from past crises—Eb

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May 29 2026OPINION

Investing wisely in Michigan’s future starts with newborns

Michigan is trying something bold: treating newborns as an economic asset rather than a cost. Leaders have quietly backed this by putting $250 million into Rx Kids, a program sending cash directly to pregnant women and families with infants. The idea isn’t new—giving families money during tough time

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May 28 2026EDUCATION

High‑School Coders Show Off Their Own Games

Canyon High’s computer science class held its yearly Demo Day during lunch, letting visitors see apps and games the students built all semester. Students flocked to Josh Underwood’s classroom to watch projects that came from a capstone program where learners tackle real‑world deadlines. Underw

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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 2026LIFESTYLE

Tuscaloosa’s new $150 million riverfront resort: what to expect when it opens in 2028

Plans for a flashy riverfront resort in Tuscaloosa are finally taking shape. Developers broke ground this month on a $150 million complex that promises a sports-heavy experience just a short walk from the University of Alabama. The project isn’t just another hotel—it’s a full mini-neighborhood with

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May 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Game Reveals Epic Greek‑Inspired World and Cutting‑Edge Graphics

Com2uS has announced a fresh MMORPG called “Zeus: God of Hubris, ” which is being built by AButton. The title promises an adventure where players must prove themselves as chosen vessels of the gods in a realm shattered by Zeus’s arrogance. The setting draws on ancient Greek motifs, with key spots

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May 27 2026OPINION

A closer look at how past choices shape today's struggles and what can be done

Years of decisions—some made long ago—still influence daily life in many neighborhoods. Families face tough challenges like finding stable homes, getting fair schooling, and earning enough to get by. These aren’t just random problems. A recent study digs into how policies from decades ago created th

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May 26 2026POLITICS

Alaska’s Baby‑Care Program Gets a Boost

A new law will give more money to Alaska’s Infant Learning Program, a free service that helps babies with developmental delays. The bill was approved by both houses of the state legislature and now waits for the governor’s signature. The program, run by 15 providers across the state, offers therapy

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May 26 2026SPORTS

Young Soccer Star Balances Faith, Family and Ambition

In a quiet Utah town, a 19‑year‑old soccer player prepares to leave for Texas after a day of training with Real Salt Lake. He pauses at his mother’s doorstep, saying goodbye before heading to the next match, a scene that could one day echo in European stadiums. Zavier Gozo is already the leading

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May 24 2026BUSINESS

Gainesville’s new rail link and Savannah’s community grants: How local moves serve bigger goals

A new rail service connecting Savannah’s port to an inland hub near Atlanta just opened in May, giving shippers a shorter and cheaper way to move goods than long-haul trucking. Instead of sending trucks on 600-mile round trips, trains now carry containers between the two cities daily. The switch is

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