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May 05 2026ENVIRONMENT

Gold Mine Halted After Big Protest

The president of the Dominican Republic stopped work on a new gold and copper mine after many people marched to show their worries. The mining plan, called the Romero Project, is being built by a Canadian firm in San Juan province. Workers and locals were afraid that the mine could harm water suppli

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May 05 2026CRIME

Crime Trends Shift: Fewer Incidents, More Jail Time in Charleston

The latest yearly review from the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council shows a mixed picture for Charleston County. Overall crime has slipped, but the jail is fuller than ever. Data pulled from courts, the local police and the Al Cannon Detention Center reveal that property crimes dropped by 523 c

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May 05 2026POLITICS

Police Leaders Face Firing Over Crime Data Probe

The Washington Police Department has issued dismissal notices to several senior officers. These actions stem from an internal review that uncovered falsification of crime statistics. The investigation was triggered by earlier inquiries led by Republican officials, who questioned the accuracy o

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May 05 2026POLITICS

Mayor Bass Gets Big‑Name Support in Los Angeles Race

Former Vice President Kamala Harris announced her backing for Karen Bass, the current mayor of Los Angeles, as she seeks another term. Harris praised Bass for tackling major city problems: a historic drop in homelessness, crime rates that are lower than they’ve been since the 1960s, and standing up

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May 05 2026CRIME

Forgotten Crime Dramas That Should Be on Your Watch List

These shows proved that crime stories can be more than just a mystery. They dive into real people, deep emotions, and social issues while keeping the suspense alive. One early example is a police series that followed real detectives in Baltimore. It was praised for showing how hard the job can be,

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May 05 2026CRIME

Teen Missing in Detroit’s West Side

A 14‑year‑old boy named Jeremiah Toby is being searched for in Detroit’s west side. Police say he was last seen on Cheyenne Street, near Westfield and Ellis avenues, on Sunday, May 3. He reportedly left home without permission and has not come back. The city’s authorities are urging anyone who migh

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May 05 2026HEALTH

Cancer Risk Scores: How Genes and Lifestyle Combine to Guide Prevention

Genetic studies have shown that a person’s DNA can hint at their chance of developing cancer. Scientists now mix this genetic signal with information about a person’s environment and habits to create a single score that predicts risk. The idea is that both inherited genes and everyday exposures—like

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May 05 2026HEALTH

C‑Sections in Mumbai’s Slums: Why the Numbers Keep Rising

In many parts of Mumbai, a large portion of births happen in informal housing areas where resources are scarce. A recent study looked closely at how often women there are delivered by Caesarean section (C‑section) and why this practice is becoming so common. The researchers used a mix of surveys, in

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May 05 2026SPORTS

Nightmare on the Cage: How Prates Wins Without a Samurais Code

Carlos Prates has always been the wild card in a sport that prizes discipline. He smokes, drinks, and jokes like a rockstar, which many coaches see as a bad example for other fighters. After his recent win in Perth, he took to Instagram with a cigarette and a drink, calling his critics “Instagram Sa

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May 05 2026HEALTH

Long COVID: Why the Fight Is Still On

The pandemic may have lost its initial shock, but a silent threat keeps rising. In 2025, the World Health Organization reported that COVID‑19 caused more than 20, 000 deaths in the United States alone. Meanwhile, a huge number of people are still battling its lingering effects. A December study fro

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