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In Georgia, two GOP Trump backers vie to face former Atlanta mayor for governor

The Republican primary for governor in Georgia is heading to a runoff between Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and healthcare…

5/20/2026 · 2 min read · 38 views
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U.S. government to drop tax claims against Trump in broadening of IRS settlement

The U.S. government has decided to permanently drop tax claims against President Trump as part of a settlement related…

5/20/2026 · 4 min read · 42 views
Trump endorses Ken Paxton over incumbent John Cornyn in Texas Senate primary runoff
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Trump endorses Ken Paxton over incumbent John Cornyn in Texas Senate primary runoff

Former President Donald Trump has endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the GOP runoff against incumbent…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 41 views
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States sue over new student loan limits on certain nursing and healthcare degrees

A coalition of 24 states and the District of Columbia has filed a lawsuit against a Trump administration rule that…

5/19/2026 · 4 min read · 35 views
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A study investigates: Did the abrupt end of USAID have an impact on violence?

A recent study examines the impact of the abrupt end of USAID on violence in Africa. Researchers found that the…

5/19/2026 · 5 min read · 30 views
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Activists say Israel tries to expel a whole Palestinian neighborhood in East Jerusalem

Activists claim that Israeli authorities are attempting to expel a Palestinian neighborhood in East Jerusalem,…

5/19/2026 · 8 min read · 34 views
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To revive an extinct bird, you first need an artificial egg

Colossal Biosciences is developing artificial eggs to aid in the revival of extinct birds like the dodo and the giant…

5/19/2026 · 4 min read · 28 views
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Some plants have a genetic superpower that may help them survive a cataclysm

Research indicates that some plants possess a genetic trait known as polyploidy, which allows them to have more than…

5/19/2026 · 4 min read · 30 views
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California mosque shooting leaves 5 dead. And, judge dismisses Trump's IRS lawsuit

A shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego has left five people dead, including two teenage suspects who died from…

5/19/2026 · 6 min read · 34 views
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The missing men of the American marriage market

The article discusses the dynamics of the American marriage market, focusing on gender imbalances and their effects on…

5/19/2026 · 8 min read · 28 views
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The French Open courts are clay, a tricky surface for some. Here's how the pros do it

The French Open features clay courts, which present unique challenges for professional tennis players. Athletes must…

5/19/2026 · 4 min read · 24 views
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What we know about how the U.S. government uses spyware (and what we don't)

The U.S. government's use of spyware has raised concerns among privacy advocates, particularly with the Trump…

5/19/2026 · 11 min read · 27 views
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NTSB hearing will probe cause of fiery UPS jet crash that killed 15 in Louisville

The NTSB will hold a hearing to investigate the crash of UPS Flight 2976, which killed 15 people shortly after takeoff…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 37 views
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Steep drop in number of people with Affordable Care Act health coverage, analysis finds

A recent analysis indicates that up to 5 million people may lose their Affordable Care Act health coverage this year.…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 28 views
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House holds off on prediction market ban despite bipartisan calls for prohibition

The House of Representatives is facing increasing pressure to ban prediction market betting among its members and…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 32 views
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Mark Fuhrman, ex-detective convicted of lying during OJ Simpson trial, has died

Mark Fuhrman, a former Los Angeles police detective known for his role in the O.J. Simpson murder trial, has passed…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 35 views
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Putin visits China to reaffirm Russia ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting China to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The visit aims to…

5/19/2026 · 4 min read · 42 views
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Trump says he's called off Iran strike at request of Gulf allies

President Trump announced he has called off a planned military strike on Iran at the request of Gulf allies, citing…

5/19/2026 · 4 min read · 45 views
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Why you should care about 2 power companies merging. Hint: affordability

NextEra Energy has announced plans to acquire Dominion Energy in a $67 billion merger. This comes amid rising…

5/18/2026 · 3 min read · 30 views
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This Ebola outbreak raises questions about when it all began -- and the U.S. response

The recent Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda has raised concerns about its timing and the…

5/18/2026 · 6 min read · 36 views
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Jury dismisses all claims in Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

A jury in California dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, ruling that Musk filed the case too…

5/18/2026 · 4 min read · 46 views
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Son of radicals, Zayd Ayers Dohrn details a childhood underground and on the run

Zayd Ayers Dohrn reflects on his unconventional childhood spent underground due to his parents' radical activism. His…

5/18/2026 · 7 min read · 28 views
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The Supreme Court avoids taking up a fight over Voting Rights Act enforcement for now

The Supreme Court has chosen not to address a significant legal question regarding the enforcement of the Voting…

5/18/2026 · 3 min read · 22 views
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Sen. Bill Cassidy loses primary. And, WHO declares Ebola outbreak a global emergency

Sen. Bill Cassidy lost his reelection bid in Louisiana after voting to convict President Trump following the January 6…

5/18/2026 · 6 min read · 41 views
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Why catching insider trading is so tricky nowadays, and just how helpful is it for kids to sleep in?

Insider trading remains a significant issue, particularly with the rise of prediction markets like Polymarket. U.S.…

5/18/2026 · 4 min read · 36 views
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Pop star Shakira is acquitted in a Spanish tax fraud case

Shakira has been acquitted in a Spanish tax fraud case, with the court ruling that the government must return over 55…

5/18/2026 · 1 min read · 34 views
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Montana tribes combine traditional knowledge and Western science in climate plan

Montana tribes are integrating traditional knowledge with Western science to address climate change. The Confederated…

5/18/2026 · 9 min read · 36 views
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For 20 years, Stephen Colbert distinguished truth from truthiness

Stephen Colbert's career spanned 20 years and over 3,000 episodes, during which he popularized the concept of…

5/18/2026 · 8 min read · 18 views
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It takes a village – or a Phoenix suburb – to wrangle a wayward tortoise

A giant sulcata tortoise named Rex was found wandering a suburban Phoenix street, prompting a community effort to…

5/18/2026 · 7 min read · 20 views
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In Georgia primary, Republicans dominate spending and Democrats drive record turnout

The Georgia primary elections have seen significant spending from Republicans and record turnout from Democrats. With…

5/18/2026 · 4 min read · 24 views
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Morning news brief

The morning news brief covers several important topics. President Trump's influence on the upcoming Republican…

5/18/2026 · 1 min read · 22 views
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Drone strikes UAE nuclear plant highlighting risk of renewed war

A drone strike caused a fire at the United Arab Emirates' Barakah nuclear power plant, which authorities labeled an…

5/18/2026 · 4 min read · 45 views
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Peru's electoral board confirms June 7 presidential runoff

Peru's electoral board has confirmed the results of the first round of presidential elections, leading to a runoff on…

5/18/2026 · 1 min read · 38 views
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Military aircrew in 'stable condition' following midair collision at Idaho air show

A midair collision involving two military jets occurred during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show at Mountain Home Air…

5/17/2026 · 2 min read · 54 views
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Executions nearly doubled in the U.S. last year, and soared abroad

The number of executions globally reached a 44-year high in 2025, with a 78% increase from the previous year,…

5/18/2026 · 3 min read · 69 views
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Trump and administration officials address Christian gathering on National Mall

A conservative Christian prayer gathering took place on the National Mall to commemorate America's 250th anniversary.…

5/17/2026 · 3 min read · 35 views
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Bus riders to Montgomery retrace old steps while fighting a new fight

Activists retraced the steps of the historic 1965 voting rights march in Montgomery, Alabama, to renew their fight for…

5/17/2026 · 6 min read · 35 views
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Ukraine conducts large-scale drone strikes on Russia, killing 4 and wounding 12 others

Ukraine launched a significant drone strike on Russia, resulting in the deaths of four individuals and injuries to…

5/17/2026 · 4 min read · 44 views
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One clinic tracks the heavy toll Trump's immigration crackdown takes on mental health

The Trump administration's immigration enforcement policies are contributing to a mental health crisis among immigrant…

5/17/2026 · 6 min read · 34 views
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The foreign fighters who helped topple Assad — and why China worries about them

Uyghur fighters, a Muslim ethnic minority from China, played a significant role in the rebel offensive that led to the…

5/17/2026 · 20 min read · 29 views
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How a CEO and Trump donor is weaponizing tariffs against his rivals

Marty Davis, CEO of Cambria and a donor to President Trump, has pushed for tariffs on imported quartz, benefiting his…

5/17/2026 · 11 min read · 19 views
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New burn bans and Trump's battle with immigration and DEI are impacting forest fires

Federal funding for controlled burns to prevent wildfires is delayed due to new policy requirements tied to…

5/17/2026 · 9 min read · 35 views
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New York Magazine reviewing work of writer facing plagiarism allegations

New York Magazine is reviewing the work of contract writer Ross Barkan following allegations of plagiarism in multiple…

5/17/2026 · 3 min read · 37 views
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Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy loses in Republican primary, does not advance to runoff

Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy lost in the Republican primary and will not advance to the runoff. Cassidy's defeat is…

5/17/2026 · 2 min read · 39 views
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Napoleon Solo holds off Iron Honor to win the Preakness

Napoleon Solo won the Preakness Stakes, holding off Iron Honor in a competitive race. This victory marked Napoleon…

5/17/2026 · 2 min read · 40 views
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Bulgarian banger 'Bangaranga' bags country its 1st Eurovision win

Bulgaria achieved its first-ever win at the Eurovision Song Contest with the song 'Bangaranga' performed by Dara. The…

5/17/2026 · 3 min read · 36 views
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A new Ebola outbreak has already killed 87 people

A new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in 87 deaths and hundreds of suspected cases.…

5/16/2026 · 3 min read · 23 views
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North America poised for light display of aurora borealis

North America is set to experience a spectacular display of the aurora borealis this weekend. The best views will be…

5/16/2026 · 1 min read · 35 views
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Timmy the humpback whale found dead off Danish coast

A humpback whale found dead off the Danish coast has been identified as the same whale that was rescued two weeks…

5/16/2026 · 1 min read · 39 views
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This Republican voted to convict Trump. Now he's up for reelection. Can he survive?

Sen. Bill Cassidy, a Republican who voted to convict former President Trump after the January 6th insurrection, is…

5/16/2026 · 10 min read · 26 views

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