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May 03 2026HEALTH

Running for Wellness: How New Yorkers Are Using Movement to Boost Mental Health

Every May, cities across the U. S. highlight mental health through special campaigns, and New York is no exception. This year, a local running group took the initiative further by blending physical exercise with mental wellness strategies. Their approach? Hosting events that encourage people to run,

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May 02 2026LIFESTYLE

Fresh Harvest, Fresh Vibes: Elkhart’s Saturday Market Comes Alive

Elkhart’s downtown buzzes again on Saturday mornings, as the city’s farmers market opens its gates on May 2. The event runs from nine in the morning until one in the afternoon, and it will stay on the calendar through September 26. Last year, people who visited almost tripled in number, with more

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Drone war widens in Ukraine as daytime strikes surge

Early last month, Ukrainian skies turned into a battleground not just at night but from morning through afternoon. Over 400 drones flooded the airspace in just seven and a half hours. Most never reached their targets. Nighttime strikes have long been Russia’s preferred playbook since the conflict be

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May 02 2026OPINION

Science in America: Who’s Really Calling the Shots?

Earlier this year, a group of top science advisors got the boot. All twenty-two members of the National Science Board—experts nominated for their lifetime achievements—were removed before their terms ended. These weren’t random picks; they were carefully chosen from universities, industries, and res

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May 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

How Massachusetts is using tech to fight potholes before they start

Every year, Massachusetts spends millions fixing potholes that form when small cracks grow into big problems. Instead of waiting for complaints from drivers, the state now uses a truck packed with lasers and sensors to scan roads before damage becomes visible. The truck moves at normal speeds, colle

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May 02 2026OPINION

Your phone knows where you’ve been—and so do many others

Every time your phone updates your location, it’s not just sharing that data with your carrier. Tech companies, app developers, and even local governments collect this information to help sell ads, solve crimes, or sometimes just keep an eye on people. The Supreme Court is now deciding whether polic

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May 01 2026ENTERTAINMENT

May in Erie: Shows, Laughs and Birdwatching

Erie’s spring calendar bursts with music, comedy and nature. On May 1 the Warner Theatre hosts Anne Wilson’s new album launch, while a comedy night at Kellar’s Magic Club features Greg Warren. The next day, the same venue shows a stand‑up by Basile and a special piano concert of Britten’s War 

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May 01 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Cyber Tool Leaves Europe Out in the Cold

Eurozone finance chiefs are meeting this week to talk about a powerful new AI system called Mythos that can hunt for secret software flaws across every major system. The catch? No EU country has been given access to it. While the White House quietly uses Mythos through intelligence agencies, the sam

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May 01 2026POLITICS

Redrawing the Rules: How One Supreme Court Decision Could Shape Who Holds Power for Years

Elections used to have a basic rule: the people picking leaders, not the other way around. But a recent Supreme Court decision just tore up that idea when it comes to drawing voting districts. By striking down Louisiana’s congressional map, the court removed one of the last tools keeping extreme ger

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May 01 2026HEALTH

New body measures may predict memory problems in older adults

Every extra pound around your middle isn’t just about fitting into old jeans. A recent look at Iranian seniors shows three simple body measurements might reveal who’s at risk for memory and thinking troubles. Researchers checked how three numbers—one tied to blood fats and sugar, another to belly fa

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