ROGERS COWAN

May 03 2026OPINION

Hungary’s New Leader Puts Ukraine and NATO on a Better Track

The recent election in Hungary saw the long‑time Prime Minister Viktor Orban lose his seat by a large margin, changing the country’s political landscape. His departure means Hungary will no longer block European efforts to support Ukraine, a shift that could open more paths for aid and military coop

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May 03 2026OPINION

The Quiet Power of Courts on Law Day

Law Day falls on May 1 each year. It reminds people that rules, not individuals, guide the nation. The idea began in 1958 with President Eisenhower and was made official by Congress a few years later. He wanted to show that fairness, rights, and the rule of law are what set America apart. The core

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May 03 2026OPINION

Mysterious Tattoos, Big Politics: A Deep Dive

Senator Chris Murphy was recently on television trying to explain why a candidate from Maine has a Nazi symbol inked on his arm. He claimed it was the result of trauma and that people deserve a second chance. The story stirred up debate about how politicians justify questionable pasts. The discussi

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May 03 2026OPINION

Travel Rewards: A Hidden Power Behind Maine’s Economy

Maine is famous for its beaches, mountains and friendly towns. People from all over the country visit to see the fall colors, taste fresh seafood or simply relax on the coast. Tourism is not a side business in Maine; it is a main source of money and jobs. In 2024, the state’s visitors added nearly

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May 03 2026OPINION

AI Tools Are Skipping Experienced Workers

People with long careers are finding it hard to get job interviews when employers use automated systems. A man named Derek Mobley, who has a doctorate in veterinary medicine and a law degree, sued a popular hiring platform after he was rejected by the software for being too old. He says his applicat

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May 03 2026OPINION

Ibogaine: Hope, Hype and the Need for Careful Science

The buzz around ibogaine, a plant‑derived drug from West Africa, exploded when a U. S. president highlighted its promise at a White House event that celebrated psychedelic research. For the first time, the Food and Drug Administration has cleared a clinical trial to test the substance in people.

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May 03 2026POLITICS

Judges Get a Climate‑Science Showdown at Nashville

In the middle of a growing legal battle over climate damages, two very different programs are trying to shape how judges think about science. One group, linked to the fossil‑fuel industry and conservative free‑market advocates, is hosting a big symposium in Nashville. The other, called the Climate J

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May 03 2026ENVIRONMENT

Solar Power: Facts, Fears and the Real Cost of Clean Energy

The world has seen two kinds of science in recent years: life‑saving vaccines and myths that scare people away from clean energy. Solar panels are a clear example of the former, yet some communities still think they bring danger. Solar energy captures light from the sky instead of burning coal, so

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May 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Future Worlds to Explore in Cyberpunk Manga

The world of cyberpunk feels like a playground for questions about technology, identity, and power. One classic that sparks the conversation is Masamune Shirow’s Ghost in the Shell, set in a buzzing city where cyber‑criminals and government agents clash. Its lead, Major Motoko Kusanagi, is a cyberne

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May 03 2026SCIENCE

Science Basics: How Facts Beat Fakes in Health

The world of health often feels like a maze filled with confusing claims. Many people think that if something sounds “magic, ” it must be true, but science shows us a clearer path. When we look at what keeps our bodies safe, the evidence comes from careful steps that scientists follow every day.

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