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May 04 2026POLITICS

How religion quietly shaped America's beginning

The U. S. was built on ideas like freedom and fairness, but religion played a sneaky role in its early days. The founders didn’t set out to create a Christian country despite what some people claim today. Still, many of them grew up in a world where religion was a big deal, and that left its mark on

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May 04 2026RELIGION

What the founders really thought about religion

The debate over whether America was meant to be a Christian nation keeps coming up as the country prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday. Some people strongly believe the founders wanted the U. S. to be a Christian country. Others argue that idea is a misunderstanding of history. The truth is more

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May 04 2026POLITICS

New Mexico governor race: Two Democrats, two visions

Voters in New Mexico got a close-up look at two different paths to the governor’s office during a Saturday debate in Albuquerque. Instead of a traditional setup, the event used a game-like format where candidates answered questions from local groups and earned flags from undecided voters for clear r

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Germany and the US: A tricky dance of diplomacy and military moves

German leaders keep saying they want strong ties with the US, but recent events show how messy things can get when two big allies don’t see eye to eye. The latest bump in the road came when the Americans decided to pull 5, 000 troops out of Germany, their biggest base in Europe. Berlin wasn’t expect

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May 04 2026HEALTH

Health Check: How Hepatitis B Changes Kidney Disease in Iraq

Doctors often treat kidney disease and hepatitis B separately in Iraq, but these two conditions frequently overlap. New research looks at how the virus might reshape blood markers, fats, and kidney function in patients who have both problems. Instead of studying the conditions alone, this study comp

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Top U. S. Diplomat's Visit to Rome: What’s Really Happening?

A high-ranking U. S. official is heading to Italy and the Vatican this week for meetings, according to reports from Italian media. The visit, confirmed by two major newspapers, follows months of heated exchanges between Washington and Rome. Tensions spiked recently when the U. S. president publicly

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May 04 2026POLITICS

New Mexico’s step forward in disability rights

New Mexico once lagged behind in supporting people with disabilities through insurance coverage. But in 2023, the state took a big leap forward by requiring private insurers to include prosthetics and orthotics in their plans. That law was just the beginning—now, other states are watching and follow

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May 04 2026SCIENCE

Finding New Ways to Keep Cow Infections Under Control

Farm animals often face health issues that cost farmers time and money. One common problem is udder infections in cows, caused by bacteria like Enterococcus faecalis. These germs don’t just harm the cows—they can also sneak into milk and dairy products, raising concerns about food safety. Antibiotic

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May 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Mikayla Matthews Shares Her Health Struggles and Wins

At 26, Mikayla Matthews is speaking openly about her long battle with health problems that have reshaped her daily life. Instead of hiding her struggles, she’s sharing updates on social media, showing both the tough days and small victories. After years without a clear diagnosis, she’s now in Hawaii

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Rudy Giuliani Faces Health Battle After Years of Controversy

At 81, Rudy Giuliani has lived through dramatic highs and lows. Once praised for guiding New York through the 9/11 attacks, he now battles serious health issues in the hospital. Doctors describe his condition as critical but stable, meaning he’s in a tough spot but hanging on. A spokesperson shared

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