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Bengals’ Boye Mafe offers caution about Shemar Stewart breakout

A new Bengals free-agent signing knows a thing or two about second year breakouts.

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May 31 • 5:30 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
The speeches about AI that drew strong responses from 2026 grads

College graduates know about AI. Speakers, including former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, have learned to tread carefully when discussing it commencement.

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May 31 • 5:01 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
2026 NBA Finals: It's Knicks-Spurs! Here are 3 things to know about the spicy matchup
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May 31 • 12:32 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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2026 NBA Finals: It's Knicks-Spurs! Here are 3 things to know about the must-see matchup
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New coin business opens in W’bago

Winnebago Coins celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, May 28, and owner Ryan Hatlen has already had a few eager customers come through his doors. “The neat thing about being in the coin business is that almost everybody knows somebody who collects,” Hatlen notes. “Either they have a family member who […]

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May 30 • 8:00 PM EDT • Business • faribaultcountyregister.com
Ospreys appear to be signaling Lake Tahoe’s ecological health, officials say

They're iconic summer raptors known for diving into the water to hunt fish.

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May 30 • 5:44 PM EDT • Health • kolotv.com
Iraola the frontrunner with approach made - what do you think?

Outgoing Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola is the leading contender to replace the sacked Arne Slot at Liverpool. Iraola is one of the most highly rated coaches in Europe and known for his attacking style of play. Bournemouth finished only one place and three points behind Liverpool to qualify for next season's Europa League.

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May 30 • 2:26 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Before Turning A Hobby Into A Business, Ask Yourself These 4 Questions

A hobby can become a side hustle, but monetizing it may turn private joy into another obligation. Here’s how to know what to protect.

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May 30 • 1:42 PM EDT • Business • forbes.com
Wisconsin ranks #12 for youth mental health. Here’s what parents need to know.

Wisconsin has a lower prevalence of mental illness and higher rates of access to care than most of the country.

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May 30 • 9:00 AM EDT • Health • wbay.com
Avera Transitions to Epic Electronic Health Record

Avera and Avera Health Plans are converting to a new electronic health record system through Epic. Avera patients and members will have a more robust portal known as Avera MyChart.

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May 30 • 8:00 AM EDT • Health • avera.org
'Hugely significant:' Citizen scientists find over 1,100 species in Scotland's declining rainforest

"It helps us find fragments of rainforest that we maybe didn't know existed."

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May 30 • 4:00 AM EDT • Science • yahoo.com
Scrapped CGM sensors stolen, sold to patients—Dexcom pledges to hold thieves accountable

The devices were set aside to be scrapped before they were stolen. Now, patients could be using them and not even know it.

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May 29 • 5:40 PM EDT • Business • cardiovascularbusiness.com
IRS unveils new health savings account limits for 2027

The IRS has increased the health savings account limits for 2027. Here's what you need to know.

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May 29 • 2:49 PM EDT • Health • cnbc.com
Lucky Strike permanently closes Wrigleyville location

The bowling alley and bar didn’t give a reason for the closure, but the CEO of its parent company recently acknowledged headwinds.

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Eagle business students shine at mock interview event

Morehead State University takes pride in helping Eagles soar after graduation by ensuring they have knowledge in the classroom and opportunities for real-world experience and career preparation. MSU business students with the Elmer R. Smith College of Business & Technology were able to display their preparedness for one of the key steps in the hiring process as they participated in a Mock Interview Event with hiring managers from across the region this spring. Hosted by MSU's Center for Career Development & Experiential Education and hosted by Instructor of Business Communication and Management Dr. Christy L. Trent (Class of 2006), the event allowed 33 undergraduate business students to sharpen their interviewing skills in a high-pressure situation. For more information, contact the Center for Career Development & Experiential Education at careerservices@moreheadstate.edu or 606-783-2233.

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May 29 • 2:13 PM EDT • Business • moreheadstate.edu
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Destiny 2 Monument of Triumph Adds 25 New Exotic Catalysts: All Known Weapons Listed

Bungie is adding 25 new Exotic catalysts in Destiny 2’s Monument of Triumph update. Here are all known weapons expected to get catalysts in June.

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May 29 • 1:42 PM EDT • Technology • thegamepost.com
Things to know before booking an overnight Amtrak train ride

I spent 60 hours on Amtrak trains between NYC and Miami, 15 on one from Denver to Salt Lake City, and 53 hours on the longest train ride in the US.

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May 29 • 11:39 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
What to know about the Bundibugyo virus, form of Ebola causing an outbreak in Congo

The virus causing an outbreak in Congo suspected of killing more than 200 people is less common than others that cause Ebola disease, which is complicating the response because there are no specific treatments or vaccines.

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May 29 • 10:02 AM EDT • Health • pbs.org
Maternal health knowledge strong, but gaps remain, survey finds

Most Americans know that how well a mother takes care of herself before and during pregnancy affects the health of a baby, but many people remain unclear about some specific maternal health recommendations, ...

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May 29 • 9:40 AM EDT • Health • medicalxpress.com
IFF Shares Climb on $4.3 Billion Deal to Sell Food-Ingredients Business

Shares in International Flavors & Fragrances ticked up premarket after it struck a $4.3 billion deal to sell its food-ingredients division, its latest move to reshape its business to boost profits. IFF, as the New York-based company is known, is selling the maker of emulsifiers and sweeteners to CV

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May 29 • 9:18 AM EDT • Business • wsj.com
Which vaccines will curb the Ebola outbreak? WHO debates

The growing Ebola outbreak, the unknowns of microdosing GLP-1s, and more health news from Morning Rounds

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May 29 • 8:47 AM EDT • Health • statnews.com
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Maternal health knowledge strong, but gaps remain

An Annenberg Public Policy Center survey finds that, while most Americans know that the health of a pregnant person affects the health of the baby, uncertainty about specific maternal health recommendations remains.

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May 29 • 8:00 AM EDT • Health • eurekalert.org
"We're determined to win justice for the 31 fired workers" - Rockstar Games workers publicly launch union, as legal battle with the GTA 6 maker rages on

Developers at GTA 6 maker Rockstar Games have announced a union known as the Rockstar Game Workers Union, a subsidiary of the IWGB.

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May 29 • 7:57 AM EDT • Technology • eurogamer.net
Whole Hog Politics: A cringeworthy opening for Texas Senate general

James Talarico seems to know what he needs to do in order to keep the Senate race in Texas competitive in the long, hot summer. The question is whether Ken Paxton does. The same woke sensibili…

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May 29 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • thehill.com
"I Am Not Making Up This Story" - You Won't Believe What Yuji Naka Wanted To Call Billy Hatcher And The Giant Egg

"I know another name for the boy wearing a rooster suit"

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May 29 • 5:00 AM EDT • Technology • timeextension.com
Arsenal aiming to dethrone dynasty-chasing PSG

Arsenal seek to finally conquer Europe by wresting the Champions League crown from holders Paris Saint-Germain, who are themselves targeting back-to-back titles in Budapest on Saturday."Paris Saint-Germain have the experience of knowing what it is to win it."

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May 29 • 2:15 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Luther Burden III is About to Go Off

Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III had flashes of brilliance as a rookie, and head coach Ben Johnson knows he's primed for a breakout campaign in 2026.

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May 28 • 7:38 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Key things to know ahead of Pam Bondi’s interview with House committee about her handling of the Epstein files

Former Attorney General Pam Bondi is set to give a closed-door interview Friday over her handling of the federal government’s investigation into the late, convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell.

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May 28 • 6:31 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Updated Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Disease Screening – May 28, 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Italy

Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Updated Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Disease Screening – May 28, 2026 Event: U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals who have been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival in the United States must only enter through designated airports for enhanced screening. Review the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) information on what travelers need to know about returning to the United States from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan for the list of designated airports. The CDC and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will apply enhanced public health screening at the designated airports in response to the Ebola disease outbreak. This requirement applies to all U.S. citizen and U.S. national passengers who were present in those countries. For travel information regarding non-U.S. citizens, including lawful permanent residents (LPRs), review the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) information on what travelers need to know about returning to the United States from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan. Please be prepared for flight changes or cancellations. Actions to take: Review the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) information on what travelers need to know about returning to the United States from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan. Read the Department of Homeland Security Alert on Enhanced Ebola Screening. Read the Modification of List of Designated Airports – May 21, 2026. Read the Modification of List of Designated Airports – May 24, 2026. Review Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak. If you are planning to travel to the United States, contact your airline to confirm your flight and route. You may also contact the State Department – Consular Affairs: Phone: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444 Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates.

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May 28 • 2:09 PM EDT • Health • it.usembassy.gov
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Worldwide Caution – Updated Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Disease Screening – May 28, 2026 - U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic

Worldwide Caution – Updated Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Disease Screening – May 28, 2026 Event: U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals who have been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival in the United States must only enter through designated airports for enhanced screening. Review the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) information on what travelers need to know about returning to the United States from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan for the list of designated airports. The CDC and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will apply enhanced public health screening at the designated airports in response to the Ebola disease outbreak. This requirement applies to all U.S. citizen and U.S. national passengers who were present in those countries. For travel information regarding non-U.S. citizens, including lawful permanent residents (LPRs), review the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) information on what travelers need to know about returning to the United States from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan. Please be prepared for flight changes or cancellations. Actions to take: Review the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) information on what travelers need to know about returning to the United States from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan. Read the Department of Homeland Security Alert on Enhanced Ebola Screening. Read the Modification of List of Designated Airports – May 21, 2026. Read the Modification of List of Designated Airports – May 24, 2026. Review Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak. If you are planning to travel to the United States, contact your airline to confirm your flight and route. You may also contact the State Department – Consular Affairs: Phone: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444 Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates.

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May 28 • 1:40 PM EDT • Health • do.usembassy.gov
9 Mile Garden bans sports equipment after injuries, property damage

9 Mile Garden, a popular outdoor entertainment venue in Affton known for its food trucks and live music, is banning sports equipment – like footballs and soccer balls – after reports of…

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May 28 • 1:37 PM EDT • Sports • fox2now.com
The 3.1 PTR: What You Need to Know

Preview the return of Realmwalkers, reworked Mythic Uniques system, and more in the upcoming 3.1. PTR.

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May 28 • 1:00 PM EDT • Technology • news.blizzard.com
NFL division winners who are unlikely to repeat, plus new twist in A.J Brown trade talks and a 2023 redraft

Here's everything you need to know about the NFL for May 25

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May 28 • 12:58 PM EDT • Sports • cbssports.com
MediaTek confirms Dimensity processors will power new Googlebooks, not Kompanio

With the official Googlebook announcement behind us, we finally have a clearer picture of these new AI-powered laptops. We now know which brands will be building the first Googlebooks for the fall...

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May 28 • 12:26 PM EDT • Technology • chromeunboxed.com
Kamala Sohonie: The biochemist who wanted to feed a nation

Biochemist Kamala Baghvat, later known as Kamala Sohonie, forced open the doors of India’s male-only laboratories and used her knowledge to help feed a nation

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May 28 • 12:00 PM EDT • Science • scientificamerican.com
Hidden in plain sight: DNA reveals 15 overlooked coral lineages in the Indo-Pacific

Scientists have discovered that one of the ocean's most recognizable corals, the iconic “organ pipe coral” — long believed to be a single widespread species — includes at least 15 genetically distinct lineages. Two of these lineages are currently known only from the Red Sea. The findings, publish

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May 28 • 11:54 AM EDT • Science • floridamuseum.ufl.edu
BUSINESS MATTERS: Beauty by Kort brings hair services to Midland

Get to know Kortnea Bloomfield, the face behind Beauty by Kort.

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May 28 • 11:03 AM EDT • Business • ourmidland.com
New study shows atmospheric compounds formed from tire wear may pose human health risk

Tire rubber contains antioxidant chemicals, most notably 6PPD and DPPD, that are released into the air as tiny particles during normal driving. A single compound formed from 6PPD, known as 6PPD-quinone ...

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May 28 • 10:00 AM EDT • Health • phys.org
Curing MAHA: How to Protect Public Health After Kennedy

INTRODUCTION When President Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to become his secretary of health and human services, it was possible to conjure a few faint reasons for optimism. Yes, his well-known rejection of mainstream vaccine science and general penchant for medical quackery were frightening. But Kennedy also offered one fundamentally correct critique of America’s […]

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May 28 • 9:07 AM EDT • Health • progressivepolicy.org
Subnautica 2 publisher Krafton now forced to pay $250m earnout to Unknown Worlds developers after more than 4m units sold

After a stellar early access launch, Subnautica 2 publisher Krafton will have to pay $250m to Unknown Worlds' leadership as ordered by law.

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May 28 • 8:16 AM EDT • Technology • eurogamer.net
Take-Two Boss Says 'Former Rockstar Employees' Have Tried to Match GTA's Success and Failed — and We All Know Which Game He's Talking About

Strauss Zelnick, boss of GTA 6 publisher Take-Two Interactive, has discussed the difficulties of developing a hit video game — and dropped what sounds like a obvious nod to a high-profile flop made by former Rockstar employees.

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May 28 • 8:15 AM EDT • Technology • ign.com
Polish scientists and students rally in campaign for 3% funding target

Polish scientists and students have been flooding social media with calls on the government to raise research and development spending as part of 3% for Science, 100% for Poland, a campaign born earlier this month out of frustration with chronic underfunding in the academic sector. On May 27, thousands took the slogan on to the streets.The EU has been trying to convince member states to raise their R&D expenditures to 3% of GDP for more than two decades, but the idea has never gained traction in capitals. Finance ministers were too busy plugging budget holes created in the aftermath of the 2008 crisis, then the Covid pandemic, the war in Ukraine, and now the war in Iran.Critics say that countries missed or ignored the target because it is voluntary, but also because research communities have rarely raised their voice to put pressure on national governments. The European Commission hopes to make the target legally binding in the upcoming European Research Area Act, an EU-wide regulation that should be announced by the end of the year. Academia in Poland has been faced with a funding crisis for years, often leaving its members with no other choice but to work abroad in order to access better resources, or leave the sector altogether in the hope of earning a decent living. The risk, in the long-term, is that brain drain stifles local innovation capacity and technological competitiveness.In just a few weeks, the movement rallied nationwide support, including from major academic bodies and trade unions such as the Conference of Rectors of Academic Schools in Poland and the Presidium of the Polish Academy of Sciences. Its public petition collected more than 23,000 signatures. On May 27, it formed the first large protest for science in Poland, gathering thousands of people in front of the parliament building in Warsaw.Ilona Uryga-Bugajska, representative of the Marie Curie Alumni Association Poland Chapter, was there. “The protest was peaceful, with no incidents reported, and the entire event took place in a respectful and calm atmosphere,” she said. Banners she saw in the crowd carried slogans such as “A little longer and I’ll be teaching in a supermarket,” “National culture, starvation salary,” “Stop the destruction of science,” “Passion will not pay the rent,” “Without action, don’t expect a better future,” and “Pull science out of the hole.” She also observed a strong presence of young researchers, who are on the frontline of Poland’s academic crisis.“Academics are usually people who prefer discussion, analysis, dialogue and compromise. We are not a group that protests easily,” said Katarzyna Marzec, professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy of the Jagiellonian University Medical College and AGH University of Krakow, who also took part. “But many of us feel that we have been pushed against the wall.”Aleksandra Rutkowska, translational neuroscientist and research group leader at the Medical University of Gdańsk, agreed. “Frustration in the scientific community is very high,” she said. “Science is often used politically as a symbol of innovation and modernity, but the everyday reality inside many institutions is much more difficult. There is a large gap between the public narrative and the actual condition of the sector.”Maria Wiktoria Górna, head of the structural biology group at the University of Warsaw and one of the organisers of the movement, told Science|Business that the campaign would continue without proven results. This might involve another strike in the autumn, she said. “Empty promises are not enough by now.”Campaign demandsAccording to Uryga-Bugajska, the organisers officially presented their demands and concerns to representatives of the government present at the event. These included Marek Gzik, deputy minister of science and higher education, and Karolina Zioło-Pużuk, secretary of state of that same ministry.The headline demand, for the government to increase national spending on R&D to 3% of GDP by 2030, should be within Poland’s economic capacity, Rutkowska said. “The real question is whether there is genuine long-term political commitment to treating science as a strategic priority rather than a slogan.”In 2024, R&D expenditure in Poland stood at 1.41% of GDP, which is slightly above the average for central and eastern Europe, with countries such as Czechia recording 1.82%, Hungary 1.31% and Romania 0.46%. However, it falls noticeably short of the EU average of 2.24%, which just a handful of countries exceed, including Germany, Belgium and Sweden.Campaigners are also asking for fair wages for scientific staff, including PhD stipends and junior academic salaries, which are widely considered uncompetitive. Starting doctoral scholarships amount to some €843 gross per month, when the statutory minimum wage stands at €1,135. By pushing early-career researchers out of Poland, growing precarity has caused a generational gap in the academic workforce, with just 25% of lecturers aged under 40. In this context, the movement fears that scientific careers could soon be accessible to a privileged minority only.Grzegorz Spólnik is a case in point. After 15 years working in mass spectrometry at the Polish Academy of Sciences, he decided to leave partly “to earn enough money to live a normal life,” he said. “At that time, my earnings were similar to those of people working in grocery shops, and the work-life balance is something that does not exist in science, or is very hard to achieve.”Now a senior field service engineer for Polish laboratory equipment supplier Bioanalytic, he would consider going back to research, “but never in the public sector, maybe some start-up or a big private company with ambitious R&D.”The campaigners want to see more support for basic research and have called for €236 million to be added to the budget of the National Science Centre (NCN) in 2027 so that the average grant application success rate does not fall below 25%.“At the protest, there was a banner I particularly liked: ‘NCN is not a lottery.’ Unfortunately, for many researchers, it increasingly feels exactly like one,” Marzec said. “Personally, I am one of the lucky ones. I work at two of the strongest institutions in the country, where the research standards are very high. I know that in many other institutions, the situation is much worse and obtaining funding for research at an early-career stage is becoming nearly impossible.”Rutkowska also considers herself fortunate. After studying abroad and holding a postdoctoral position, she returned to Poland, where her pay was supported through an NCN-funded project linked to the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions. “This also made me very aware that good research conditions in Poland often depend on external competitive funding rather than on stable support from the system itself,” she said.Long-term strategyBeyond the lack of funds for both salaries and grants, scientists believe that the issue is structural. “The biggest problem at the moment is the complete lack of a clear long-term strategy for the development of science and research from the current government,” Marzec said. “Everything ends with declarations and promises that are never truly followed by concrete actions or structural reforms.”Rutkowska agreed, citing a lack of infrastructure, continuity and long-term institutional support.“Running a research group in Poland often means functioning as an entire institution at once,” she said. “I am a principal investigator, a mentor, a recruiter, a project administrator and, when needed, still someone who returns to the lab bench to help with experiments,” she went on. “This creates a large hidden workload that takes time and energy away from actual science. At times, it feels as though scientists are no longer expecting extra help; we simply hope the system will stop creating additional obstacles that make research unnecessarily difficult.”Related articlesStrategic thinking: Germany funds joint research with Poland and FrancePoland to transfer €30M of regional funds to boost Horizon Europe participationPoland is funding fewer basic research grants as high inflation hitsIn short, “academics are expected to teach, publish papers, apply for grants and conduct high-quality research, while funding and salaries remain very limited,” said Uryga-Bugajska, who returned to her home country after 13 years in the UK.According to Marzec, another issue is the way that research institutions are evaluated. Previously, this took place every four years, with a clear differentiation between stronger and weaker institutions. “The current government, perhaps to avoid political backlash, effectively concluded that everyone is doing well, so in practice no meaningful evaluation took place,” she said.But in her view, “some form of serious assessment is necessary” to ensure the excellence and international competitiveness of Polish institutions, and to determine how to best use public resources and where institutional structures need reform. “Some institutions may need to rethink hiring practices in order to attract ambitious young researchers who are capable of obtaining competitive grants and building internationally visible research groups.” Rutkowska has already had to adapt. “When hiring PhD students, I often have to combine different funding sources creatively to make positions attractive enough for talented people to stay in science,” she said. “Many young researchers do not see a stable future in academia in Poland, and that is deeply worrying.”

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May 28 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • sciencebusiness.net
Polish scientists and students rally in campaign for better conditions

Polish scientists and students have been flooding social media with calls on the government to raise research and development spending as part of 3% for Science, 100% for Poland, a campaign born earlier this month out of frustration with chronic underfunding in the academic sector. On May 27, thousands took the slogan on to the streets.The EU has been trying to convince member states to raise their R&D expenditures to 3% of GDP for more than two decades, but the idea has never gained traction in capitals. Finance ministers were too busy plugging budget holes created in the aftermath of the 2008 crisis, then the Covid pandemic, the war in Ukraine, and now the war in Iran.Critics say that countries missed or ignored the target because it is voluntary, but also because research communities have rarely raised their voice to put pressure on national governments. The European Commission hopes to make the target legally binding in the upcoming European Research Area Act, an EU-wide regulation that should be announced by the end of the year. Academia in Poland has been faced with a funding crisis for years, often leaving its members with no other choice but to work abroad in order to access better resources, or leave the sector altogether in the hope of earning a decent living. The risk, in the long-term, is that brain drain stifles local innovation capacity and technological competitiveness.In just a few weeks, the movement rallied nationwide support, including from major academic bodies and trade unions such as the Conference of Rectors of Academic Schools in Poland and the Presidium of the Polish Academy of Sciences. Its public petition collected more than 23,000 signatures. On May 27, it formed the first large protest for science in Poland, gathering thousands of people in front of the parliament building in Warsaw.Ilona Uryga-Bugajska, representative of the Marie Curie Alumni Association Poland Chapter, was there. “The protest was peaceful, with no incidents reported, and the entire event took place in a respectful and calm atmosphere,” she said. Banners she saw in the crowd carried slogans such as “A little longer and I’ll be teaching in a supermarket,” “National culture, starvation salary,” “Stop the destruction of science,” “Passion will not pay the rent,” “Without action, don’t expect a better future,” and “Pull science out of the hole.” She also observed a strong presence of young researchers, who are on the frontline of Poland’s academic crisis.“Academics are usually people who prefer discussion, analysis, dialogue and compromise. We are not a group that protests easily,” said Katarzyna Marzec, professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy of the Jagiellonian University Medical College and AGH University of Krakow, who also took part. “But many of us feel that we have been pushed against the wall.”Aleksandra Rutkowska, translational neuroscientist and research group leader at the Medical University of Gdańsk, agreed. “Frustration in the scientific community is very high,” she said. “Science is often used politically as a symbol of innovation and modernity, but the everyday reality inside many institutions is much more difficult. There is a large gap between the public narrative and the actual condition of the sector.”Maria Wiktoria Górna, head of the structural biology group at the University of Warsaw and one of the organisers of the movement, told Science|Business that the campaign would continue without proven results. This might involve another strike in the autumn, she said. “Empty promises are not enough by now.”Campaign demandsAccording to Uryga-Bugajska, the organisers officially presented their demands and concerns to representatives of the government present at the event. These included Marek Gzik, deputy minister of science and higher education, and Karolina Zioło-Pużuk, secretary of state of that same ministry.The headline demand, for the government to increase national spending on R&D to 3% of GDP by 2030, should be within Poland’s economic capacity, Rutkowska said. “The real question is whether there is genuine long-term political commitment to treating science as a strategic priority rather than a slogan.”In 2024, R&D expenditure in Poland stood at 1.41% of GDP, which is slightly above the average for central and eastern Europe, with countries such as Czechia recording 1.82%, Hungary 1.31% and Romania 0.46%. However, it falls noticeably short of the EU average of 2.24%, which just a handful of countries exceed, including Germany, Belgium and Sweden.Campaigners are also asking for fair wages for scientific staff, including PhD stipends and junior academic salaries, which are widely considered uncompetitive. Starting doctoral scholarships amount to some €843 gross per month, when the statutory minimum wage stands at €1,135. By pushing early-career researchers out of Poland, growing precarity has caused a generational gap in the academic workforce, with just 25% of lecturers aged under 40. In this context, the movement fears that scientific careers could soon be accessible to a privileged minority only.Grzegorz Spólnik is a case in point. After 15 years working in mass spectrometry at the Polish Academy of Sciences, he decided to leave partly “to earn enough money to live a normal life,” he said. “At that time, my earnings were similar to those of people working in grocery shops, and the work-life balance is something that does not exist in science, or is very hard to achieve.”Now a senior field service engineer for Polish laboratory equipment supplier Bioanalytic, he would consider going back to research, “but never in the public sector, maybe some start-up or a big private company with ambitious R&D.”The campaigners want to see more support for basic research and have called for €236 million to be added to the budget of the National Science Centre (NCN) in 2027 so that the average grant application success rate does not fall below 25%.“At the protest, there was a banner I particularly liked: ‘NCN is not a lottery.’ Unfortunately, for many researchers, it increasingly feels exactly like one,” Marzec said. “Personally, I am one of the lucky ones. I work at two of the strongest institutions in the country, where the research standards are very high. I know that in many other institutions, the situation is much worse and obtaining funding for research at an early-career stage is becoming nearly impossible.”Rutkowska also considers herself fortunate. After studying abroad and holding a postdoctoral position, she returned to Poland, where her pay was supported through an NCN-funded project linked to the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions. “This also made me very aware that good research conditions in Poland often depend on external competitive funding rather than on stable support from the system itself,” she said.Long-term strategyBeyond the lack of funds for both salaries and grants, scientists believe that the issue is structural. “The biggest problem at the moment is the complete lack of a clear long-term strategy for the development of science and research from the current government,” Marzec said. “Everything ends with declarations and promises that are never truly followed by concrete actions or structural reforms.”Rutkowska agreed, citing a lack of infrastructure, continuity and long-term institutional support.“Running a research group in Poland often means functioning as an entire institution at once,” she said. “I am a principal investigator, a mentor, a recruiter, a project administrator and, when needed, still someone who returns to the lab bench to help with experiments,” she went on. “This creates a large hidden workload that takes time and energy away from actual science. At times, it feels as though scientists are no longer expecting extra help; we simply hope the system will stop creating additional obstacles that make research unnecessarily difficult.”Related articlesStrategic thinking: Germany funds joint research with Poland and FrancePoland to transfer €30M of regional funds to boost Horizon Europe participationPoland is funding fewer basic research grants as high inflation hitsIn short, “academics are expected to teach, publish papers, apply for grants and conduct high-quality research, while funding and salaries remain very limited,” said Uryga-Bugajska, who returned to her home country after 13 years in the UK.According to Marzec, another issue is the way that research institutions are evaluated. Previously, this took place every four years, with a clear differentiation between stronger and weaker institutions. “The current government, perhaps to avoid political backlash, effectively concluded that everyone is doing well, so in practice no meaningful evaluation took place,” she said.But in her view, “some form of serious assessment is necessary” to ensure the excellence and international competitiveness of Polish institutions, and to determine how to best use public resources and where institutional structures need reform. “Some institutions may need to rethink hiring practices in order to attract ambitious young researchers who are capable of obtaining competitive grants and building internationally visible research groups.” Rutkowska has already had to adapt. “When hiring PhD students, I often have to combine different funding sources creatively to make positions attractive enough for talented people to stay in science,” she said. “Many young researchers do not see a stable future in academia in Poland, and that is deeply worrying.”

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This Week in Sports Trivia: May 28, 2026

How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.

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Melatonin and Your Heart: Here’s What You Need To Know

Melatonin is a popular supplement that can help people catch ZZZs. But is it harmful to your heart? A cardiologist clarifies recent research on the topic.

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5 Questions with Sean Debley, Technical Services Manager, Environmental Health Division

1. As Ventura County heads into summer, what should residents know about ocean water quality and how it’s monitored by the County? As temperatures begin to rise heading into summer, […]

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May 27 • 7:35 PM EDT • Health • news.venturacounty.gov
‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Stunned Contestants Miss ‘Sopranos’ Clue

Ken Jennings seemed shocked they didnt know the answer.

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‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Stunned Contestants Miss ‘Sopranos’ Clue

Ken Jennings seemed shocked they didnt know the answer.

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The Pentagon Knows the True Threat of Climate Denialism. Too Bad They Can’t Do Anything About It.

Newly uncovered documents reveal that the military very recently identified potentially dire geopolitical consequences of climate change. Then a climate denier moved into the Oval Office.

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Opinion | When local businesses matter most

At a locally owned business, decisions are made right here, by people who know the customers by name and understand that a business is not just a line on a spreadsheet. It’s part of a community.

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Election-related decisions coming from Supreme Court. What to know for midterms

The Supreme Court may not be done disrupting this year’s elections. Here are the big decisions that are coming that could impact the midterms.

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Roku OS’s home screen now features a large, permanent ad

“I don't want recommendations! I know what I want to watch."

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Why a Confusing Job Description Hurts Workers—and Quietly Sabotages Businesses

Not knowing where workplace duties begin and end can lead to long-term issues for workers and their employees.

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May 27 • 1:56 PM EDT • Business • inc.com
La Union uses Business Community Ownership Fund to build community with their commercial space

As interior designers, Sonia-Lynn Abenojar and Sergio Max Legon-Talmoni know what it takes to turn an idea into a reality. “Our role as designers is taking the big idea from the client, any inspiration they have from aesthetics to function, and putting them into drawing form so the City can review and approve it. Then […]

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Inside Bruce Willis’ Health Journey: What to Know About the Actor’s Frontotemporal Dementia

Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, prompting his retirement from acting. Here’s everything to know about Bruce Willis’ health journey since his diagnosis.

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What to know about James Talarico’s record and his past comments (no, he’s not vegan)

James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for Senate in Texas, is back in the national spotlight after Republicans picked their standard-bearer for the race on Tuesday.

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Rayman Legends Remake Dubbed 'Retold' Leaks Online

It's been known for a while that Ubisoft is unofficially working on a Rayman Legends Remake, and the 'Retold' leak confirms this.

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May 27 • 11:34 AM EDT • Technology • insider-gaming.com
Chicago comedians could get help buying health insurance from new fundraising alliance

Comedy is often an overlooked artform though Chicago is known for producing national talent. But many local comedians are struggling to afford healthcare. The newly formed Health Alliance for Chicago Comedians is trying to change that.

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May 27 • 11:25 AM EDT • Health • wbez.org
Gov. DeSantis acknowledges threats but says security after he leaves office is Legislature's call

No previous officeholder has gotten this benefit. Should America's Governor have set a new precedent?

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May 27 • 11:05 AM EDT • Politics • floridapolitics.com
NASA’s Webb Reveals Black Hole That Formed Before Its Galaxy

Which comes first, the galaxy or the black hole? We don’t know, but scientists have long thought it could be the galaxy: Large stars within an existing galaxy

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May 27 • 11:00 AM EDT • Science • science.nasa.gov
Healthy Returns: Eli Lilly makes a new push into vaccines – here’s what to know

The drugmaker announced it will buy three privately held vaccine makers in deals worth almost $4 billion combined.

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Dragon Quest 12: Beyond Dreams reveals first trailer and details five years after announcement

After years of waiting, Dragon Quest 12 has finally resurfaced. Square Enix shared an update in celebration of the series’ 40th anniversary today. Dragon Quest 12 was revealed five years ago today. However, since that initial announcement, Square Enix has been keeping quiet on the game – we had yet to see it since then. It was originally known as...

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Inside the Collapse of Providence Health Plan

It is impossible to know if CEO Don Antonucci could have done anything to avert the Portland company’s looming demise. But a dozen-plus current and ex-employees feel there is more to the story than Providence management let on.

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May 27 • 9:00 AM EDT • Health • wweek.com
UTC graduate student recognized for her research in geospatial data science

Research allows students to gain hands-on experience in their field by developing knowledge and skills as they pursue their degrees. For University of Tennessee at Chattanooga graduate research assistant Mimi White, research has helped her discover a new passion and deepen her understanding of the field as she pursues her Master of Science in Environmental Science.

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Ebola, chemical plants and health, hantavirus, common colds, heat and more

As they say, bugs have ears. Public health has had a relentless May. Chemical plant (near) explosions, Ebola, hantavirus, and that's before you even get to the usual suspects: common colds, heat, and ticks. Here’s an attempt to keep you up to speed and, more importantly, what it means for you and your community. But first, an announcement: World Cup The World Cup starts in 15 days (not like anyone is counting down), and we are hanging TVs in the Health Security Operations Center. It’s going to be a gorgeous, chaotic celebration of basically every culture on earth. And it’s going to take a team effort—from communities to individuals, from public health to health care—to keep people healthy. That’s where you come in. If you’re going to the games or live within 30 miles of a stadium, we would love to hear from you. Sign up for a weekly survey here. Thanks to the more than 1,280 people who have already signed up…you will be hearing from us soon!! Global disease “weather report” Hantavirus: Two more cases The global count of cruise ship passengers with hantavirus has now increased to 13 cases (11 confirmed), with three deaths. The two new cases are overseas and among people who were already quarantining: A crew member in the Netherlands. A Spanish national passenger who was quarantining at home tested positive through daily monitoring. They are now in a biocontainment unit. In the U.S., everyone remains negative. There may be more cases, given that the incubation period of hantavirus (the time from exposure to infection) is 45 days. But this week, we will reach a major milestone: the median incubation window is 18 days, and that will pass on May 29. What this means for you: Your risk from this cruise ship outbreak remains essentially nil at this point. Ebola rages on in Central Africa Big thanks to Dr. Craig Spencer, a humanitarian physician who has treated and survived Ebola, for jumping in to provide the YLE community with an update. Craig, take it from here… The combined confirmed and suspected Ebola cases in DRC are now more than 1,000. All signs are pointing to a very long and catastrophic outbreak in Central Africa: This is a vast undercount. We know this because the test positivity rate is hovering around 50%, only 20% of contacts are being traced (and in some areas, no contacts at all), and more cases keep popping up with no known connection. This all points to widespread and undetected community transmission. This is in only a week of detection. Compared to previous outbreaks, the growth is very fast, as the huge West Africa outbreak in 2016 was first detected at 49 cases and rose to 208 cases a month later. It took four months for that outbreak to reach the size of the current one in the DR Congo. The cases are spread out across 16 health zones. There are now multiple epicenters, making containment very difficult. Next door in Uganda, the case count is seven. While this number is low compared to DRC, a concerning development is that two health care workers recently tested positive with uncertain exposure histories. If they weren’t treating known Ebola cases, this means it’s spreading undetected in Uganda as well. On the ground, backlash, including the burning of health centers, has emerged, a pattern seen in nearly every outbreak and rooted in deep community distrust. It often stems from outside actors working in communities without fully understanding or addressing local priorities. Affected populations may recognize the severity of Ebola while still holding other concerns as more pressing, such as where their loved ones are buried. Community trust is essential to an effective response, but difficult to build during an active emergency. It is best established long before a crisis begins. U.S. priorities are made clear, and may backfire. The U.S. Administration has shown that its first priority is keeping Ebola out, with helping end the outbreak in the DRC a secondary concern. That's meant travel restrictions broader than anything we've imposed before — covering travelers from across the region, and reportedly some green card holders and permanent residents as well. For example, just these past two days, news broke that high-risk American travelers will be subject to a mandatory quarantine in Kenya before they are allowed to return. If an American is infected, the U.S. government plans to send them to a hospital it is standing up from scratch in Kenya. (Currently, Americans who were in the area are allowed to return but are diverted to three airports—Houston, Atlanta, and DC—for further screening.) Past administrations have used travel notices and stepped-up screening; this goes much further. At first blush, these strict precautions may sound prudent. But this approach could backfire in three ways: Restrictions this blunt give people every reason to hide where they’ve been and whom they’ve been near — making the people we most need to find harder to track, not easier. They also breed a false sense that this is someone else’s problem. But diseases are humbling. They find the small cracks in even the most impenetrable-seeming defenses. Lives lost. There is no treatment for this Ebola strain, which means survival depends heavily on the quality of the health system. We have that system in the States, but we are choosing not to use it for infected Americans. This is unbelievable and infuriating. (See a deeper dive from me here.) The only real way to lower the risk to Americans — and everyone else — is to end the outbreak in the DRC and across the region. What this means for you: If you have travel plans to this region, it’s time to cancel them. This is a high-risk situation in Central Africa, and CDC released a Level 4 Travel Advisory. There is also great uncertainty if and when the Administration will let you back in. To the general public in the U.S., your risk remains very, very low right now. U.S. disease “weather report” Ticks: past peak season? Good news, especially for people in the Northeast and Midwest: tick numbers continue to decline. Though we are at the peak of the season, this unusually early year is trending favorably. Heat-related illnesses in the North Heat risk is certainly not blanketing the entire country yet, but this week it will be moderate in the Midwest and the Southeast. What this means for you: Be sure to check the CDC HeatRisk tool. A red day isn’t the best day for that soccer game for a kid with asthma, and a stretch of orange days is a great time to check on your elderly neighbor. Common colds surging As far as respiratory viruses go, the only thing really going around right now is the common cold. It is higher this year than last year, but should peak very soon before returning this fall. Spotlight: Chemical plants Over the weekend, YLE California covered the serious situation that unfolded around a chemical plant in Orange County, California. Thankfully, the worst-case scenario (a chemical explosion) was mitigated, but only through luck. The health implications in a densely populated area could have been catastrophic. As the situation was winding down, another chemical explosion struck Washington State. This one was fatal. Health officials say the risk to surrounding residents from chemicals in the air and ground remains low, though the community deserves far greater clarity. Clean air and clean water consistently rank as Americans’ top public health concerns — yet when chemical disasters strike, communities are too often met with reassurances rather than transparency and accountability. Residents near the 2023 East Palestine, Ohio train derailment, for example, are still waiting to understand the long-term impact on their health, with few clear answers. What this means for you: Many are wondering if facilities processing potentially dangerous materials are in their neighborhoods. This interactive map allows you to enter your ZIP code and see all facilities monitored by the EPA, including any violations. Good news Ebola vaccines and treatment for the Bundibugyo species are in development. Two vaccine platforms are being explored, at least one of which may be deployable in as little as 2 months. One vaccine is being developed by Oxford, and the other uses the same biotechnology as the FDA-approved Zaire species of Ebola. (It may provide cross-protection, but it’s unclear at this point.) On the treatment side, two promising monoclonal antibody cocktails are likely to be deployed, though doses are limited and logistical hurdles remain significant challenges. Anni over at The Biotech Tea had a great explainer about the Ebola vaccine gap, if you want to read more. [ The Biotech Tea The Ebola vaccine gap, reading vessel damage, & the Makary exit 🗝️ Paid subscribers get the Biotech Term of the Week at $30/year (~$2.50/month). I try to keep it intentionally accessible, but if cost is ever a barrier, send me a message. A few people asked about expensing your subscription, so I put together a short email template… Read more 6 days ago · 10 likes · Annicka Evans, PhD ](https://www.thebiotechtea.com/p/the-ebola-vaccine-gap-reading-vessel?utm_source=substack&utm_campaign=post_embed&utm_medium=web) Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been officially renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), following more than a decade of debate and input from roughly 22,000 clinicians, researchers, and patients worldwide. This is good because the old name was medically misleading, leading to patients without visible cysts being dismissed or overlooked entirely. The WHO estimates that 70% of people with the condition remain undiagnosed. A more accurate name should improve recognition, reduce stigma, and ultimately help the millions of people living with this condition get diagnosed and treated sooner. Poll Loading... Bottom line Public health situations are everywhere right now. Staying healthy takes public health professionals and systems working tirelessly behind the scenes and each of us showing up for our neighbors and communities. Love, YLE Big thanks to Ed Nirenberg for staying on top of the Ebola vaccines, Hannah Totte for all the figures, Dr. Craig Spencer for the Ebola insight, and Dr. Matt Willis for covering the chemical situation in CA. Your Local Epidemiologist (YLE) comprises a team of experts, ranging from physicians to immunologists to epidemiologists to nutritionists, working together with one goal: to “Translate” ever-evolving public health science so that people are well-equipped to make evidence-based decisions. YLE suite of newsletters reaches over 475,000 people across more than 132 countries. This newsletter is free to everyone, thanks to the generous support of fellow YLE community members. To support the effort, subscribe or upgrade below: Subscribe

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May 27 • 7:43 AM EDT • Health • yourlocalepidemiologist.substack.com
This week in Santa Cruz County business: Downtown Vibrancy Ordinance turns 1; city population drop attributed to high housing costs and low-wage jobs

In her weekly look at local business, Jessica M. Pasko examines the effects of downtown Santa Cruz's vibrancy ordinance, notes a continued population decline in the city and passes along numbers, names and dates to know.

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May 27 • 7:00 AM EDT • Business • lookout.co
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Wonder Whether You Get Enough Sleep? Science Says Just Answer These 6 Simple Questions

Where health, longevity, and cognitive ability are concerned, here's how to know you get the right amount of sleep.

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May 27 • 6:30 AM EDT • Science • inc.com
Chicago comedians could get help buying health insurance from new fundraising alliance

Comedy is often an overlooked artform though Chicago is known for producing national talent. But many local comedians are struggling to afford healthcare. The newly formed Health Alliance for Chicago Comedians is trying to change that.

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May 27 • 6:30 AM EDT • Health • chicago.suntimes.com
Texas general election matchups are finally set. Here's what you need to know

The Texas primary runoffs are over and November election matchups are set in major contests, like one for the U.S. Senate, as the results deliver lessons for both parties.

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May 27 • 5:00 AM EDT • Politics • npr.org
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At DFL convention, U.S. Senate showdown presents a proxy for tug over party’s approach in Trump era

As the DFL heads into its convention this weekend, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and U.S. Rep. Angie Craig will vie for the endorsement for U.S. senator. The match up pits two well-known entities in party politics against each other, with Flanagan, a progressive, against Craig, who leans more toward the center.

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It’s the end of science as we know it, and I feel fine

“Science itself is inherently resilient — that is, after all, why it’s science,” writes Jonathan Jackson.

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5 Things to Know About Christian Menefee, Democratic House Candidate in Texas

He is one of the newest members of Congress, running on a message of generational change against a fellow Democratic member who is more than twice his age.

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3 things to know about Trump’s order raising the U.S. refugee cap only for white South Africans

President Donald Trump is easing his administration’s cap on the number of refugees who can enter the United States, according to a forthcoming White House memo.

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Is President Trump healthy? What we know about his recent medical exam

President Trump said, "Everything checked out PERFECTLY" after a three-hour visit to Walter Reed. Here are the details.

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May 26 • 5:45 PM EDT • Health • koat.com
Is President Trump healthy? What we know about his recent medical exam

President Trump said, "Everything checked out PERFECTLY" after a three-hour visit to Walter Reed. Here are the details.

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California's Primary is June 2. Do You Know What's on Your Ballot?

We talk with KQED’s Politics Team to answer your questions and discuss what you need to know to fill out your ballot.

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Paralives Bugs: Official Release Of Known Issues Getting Fixed

The first list of known issues with Paralives bugs has just been shared by the Paralives indie team. 1 day into the game's release the team acknowledges

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Mara Wilson reveals what keeps her from returning to Hollywood 2 decades after 'Matilda': 'I don't really want to do that'

The former child star is known for movies such as "Matilda" and "Mrs. Doubtfire."

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May 26 • 3:34 PM EDT • Entertainment • yahoo.com
Tina Polsky won’t seek re-election in November, opening Senate seat

2 well-known Democrats are already looking at running to succeed her.

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Rachel Ward Had A Blunt Response To Critics Of Her Appearance — And It’s A Masterclass In Confidence

The British actor, best known for her role in 1983′s “The Thorn Birds,” recently returned to the public eye with a surprising career pivot.

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Joshua Burgin: Florida’s local officials are on the front line of defense. Most don’t know it yet.

Florida’s local leaders face urgent cybersecurity threats hiding in plain sight.

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May 26 • 2:35 PM EDT • Politics • floridapolitics.com
Beef kofta sold at Kebab Shop restaurants tied to E. coli outbreak

Beef kofta products sold at Kebab Shop restaurants in three states may have been contaminated with E. coli. Here's what customers should know.

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May 26 • 2:13 PM EDT • Health • usatoday.com
Delaware business students earn national titles and top finishes - State of Delaware News

Delaware middle and high school students earned outstanding results at the 2026 Business Professionals of America (BPA) National Leadership Conference in Nashville earlier this month. Supported by Delaware Department of Education staff, BPA gives students meaningful opportunities to apply technical knowledge, strengthen leadership skills, and engage in real-world, career-connected learning experiences that align directly with the goals of the Delaware Department of Education’s Strategic Plan.

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Bari Weiss: Think For Yourself, Not By Yourself

When we launched The Free Press, the plan was simple: Tell the truth plainly, and let readers come to their own conclusions. I thought there would be a sizable enough group of people who would pay the cost of one coffee a month to read high-quality news and opinion journalism. But what happened next surprised even me. Yes, you came for the stories—for the investigations, essays, debates, interviews, podcasts, and arguments. But over the past few years, you also found one another. I’ve watched strangers become friends in the lobby before our debates. I’ve seen people trade numbers after live recordings of Honestly, launch businesses after Free Press dinners, fall in love after our meetups—even get married (!?), and say some version of the same sentence over and over again: I thought I was the only one. We live in the most connected age in history, and yet, millions of people feel isolated, alienated, politically homeless, and starved for real conversation. We have followers and no neighbors. Algorithms instead of interlocutors. Our social media feeds are like troughs, but what we really need is a table to gather around. The Free Press is a publication, yes, but it is also a gathering place for independent minds. So today, I’m thrilled to share our new investment in you. We are launching a new world of community experiences for our paid subscribers, designed to bring _Free Press_ers together online and in real life. Introducing Our Community Launch The Free Press Forum Our new digital home for paid subscribers, the Forum, is now live. This is where _Free Press_ers can meet, debate, recommend, organize, joke, argue, and converse like civilized people. Imagine that. This is not social media as you know it. No bots. No algorithmic rage bait. No performative nonsense. Just smart people talking to one another. Inside the Forum, you’ll find conversations on the things our readers already care about most: the issues of the day, recommendations (books, music, travel), work and networking, parenting, dating, and where to find your people—online and in real life. Jump in! Introduce yourself and join the first conversations in the Free Press Forum here. You’ll also find announcements from us (paid subscribers are first to hear!) and our writers, hosting regular Ask Me Anythings (AMAs)—live conversations where subscribers can ask questions, push back, and continue the discussion beyond the page. This Thursday, subscribers can chat with our brilliant reporter, culture vulture, and co-founder Suzy Weiss. Friday, I’ll be lending you Nellie Bowles, queen of TGIF, to answer subscriber questions live. Read more about The Forum directly from Nellie here. The Free Press Supper Club The best part of being a _Free Press_er is meeting other _Free Press_ers. So we’re inviting you all to dinner to do just that. It’s part salon, part blind date, part old-fashioned dinner party. Here’s how it works: You answer a short questionnaire. We match you with a small group of _Free Press_ers in your city. We send you to a great restaurant. You show up for supper. The rest is up to you. Your next best friend, co-founder, or future spouse may already be waiting at the table. Learn more and sign up here for our first Supper Club in 12 cities in three countries taking place on June 18. Don’t see your city? Raise your hand if you’d like a Free Press Supper Club near you. Yes, St. Louis—we hear you. The Free Press Retreats and Excursions We’re also building something new for 2027: immersive experiences for Free Press readers who want to continue the conversation trailside, poolside, or around a fire long after dessert. The Free Press Retreat will be an intimate long weekend built around big ideas, outdoor adventure, great meals, and the kinds of discussions that happen when curious people spend meaningful time together. Bring your spouse, your parents, your children—or come on your own. Free Press Excursions will take us farther afield: curated trips with Free Press writers and contributors exploring places that help explain the world we live in, from the battlefields of Gettysburg and Normandy to the Vatican in Rome. We’ll share more details this summer. If you’d like an early look when these experiences open for registration, show your interest here.**A Note to Our Subscribers** These new offerings exist because of our paying subscribers. If you’re already one: Thank you. You built this. And you keep us going. If you’ve been reading us for free and wondering whether to join, this is a very good time. For a short while only, we’re offering a rare 20 percent discount for you to join our community as a paid subscriber. You’ll unlock everything we publish, plus exclusive access to our members-only Forum, Supper Clubs, and more insider perks. Thinking for yourself shouldn’t mean thinking by yourself. See you there. —Bari

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Bellows rules trans athlete petition falls short

A judge sent the matter back to Bellows’ office to investigate claims that signature gathers left petitions unattended and in some cases, signed voters’ names without their knowledge.

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Thunder vs. Spurs predictions: Experts re-pick Western Conference Finals based on everything we know now

The West Finals have turned into a best-of-three series... so who will move on to face the Knicks in the NBA Finals?

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Leaker Pushes Back on Rumors of Pro iPhone's Return to Titanium

The Pro iPhone models are unlikely to return to titanium in the near future due to the heat dissipation demands of local AI, according to a known Weibo leaker. The claim comes from the leaker known as "Fixed Focus Digital," and pushes back on an earlier report from "Instant Digital," who suggested Apple was weighing up the use of liquid metal or an improved titanium alloy as a longer-term replacement for aluminum iPhone frames.

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Now that we know Jaxson Dart’s politics, let’s just focus on his football

In this forum, the football is the only thing that matters.

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May 26 • 10:47 AM EDT • Politics • sports.yahoo.com
STEP - Health Alert: Worldwide Caution - U.S. Embassy in Luxembourg

STEP – Health Alert: Worldwide Caution STEP Alert Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Updated Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 22, 2026 Event: U.S.-bound American citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who have been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival in the United States must only enter through the following airports for enhanced screening: Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) for flights after 11:59 PM on May 21, 2026 Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) for flights after 11:59 PM on May 22, 2026 George Bush Intercontinental Airport, (IAH), Houston, for flights departing after 11:59 PM on May 26, 2026 The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will apply enhanced public health screening at IAD in response to the Ebola outbreak. This requirement applies to all passengers, including U.S. citizens and LPRs, who were present in those countries. Please be prepared for flight changes or cancellations. Actions to take: Read the Modification of List of Designated Airports Regarding Arrival Restrictions Review the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) information on what travelers need to know about returning to the United States from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan. Read the Department of Homeland Security Alert on Enhanced Ebola Screening. Review Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak. If you are planning to travel to the United States, contact your airline to confirm your flight and route. You may also contact the State Department – Consular Affairs: Phone: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444 Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates.

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May 26 • 10:34 AM EDT • Health • lu.usembassy.gov
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Large Hadron Collider detects strange particle behavior that could rewrite physics

Scientists working at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider may be seeing the strongest hints yet of physics beyond the Standard Model — the decades-old theory that explains the fundamental particles and forces of the universe. By studying incredibly rare particle transformations called “penguin decays,” researchers found behavior that doesn’t fully match theoretical predictions, raising the possibility that unknown particles or forces are influencing the results.

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May 26 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • sciencedaily.com
Eating less meat can improve gut microbiome

I read about a study that says it's possible for someone who eats meat to have a gut that's as healthy as someone who is vegan. I know your gut microbiome is an important part of good health, but I'm just not cut out to be a vegan. I'd like to know more about that research.

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May 26 • 8:00 AM EDT • Health • uclahealth.org
Colts OTAs schedule, previews and what to know

With OTAs beginning for the Colts, here is the upcoming schedule, previews, and everything you need to know.

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May 26 • 7:16 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Voting in the Texas runoff Tuesday: What to know

Sen. John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton, in GOP Senate race, end one of state's nastiest campaigns as voters settle congressional, statewide and county battles.

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May 26 • 6:58 AM EDT • Politics • dallasnews.com
As an online petition for Destiny 3 gains traction, reports suggest Bungie staff didn't know about the end of Destiny 2 until the public announcement

Following the surprise announcement of support for Destiny 2 ending that shocked even Bungie staff, fans have started an online petition asking for Destiny 3.

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May 26 • 5:53 AM EDT • Technology • eurogamer.net
Charlotte business news roundup: Wegmans, I-77 tolls and more. What to know

Wegmans is coming, I-77 tolls are going and there’s yet another step forward to try to revive the Excelsior Club site.

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May 26 • 5:30 AM EDT • Business • charlotteobserver.com
Microsoft: Domain Controller lookup may fail on Windows Server 2016

Microsoft has confirmed a new known issue affecting Windows Server 2016 systems that causes domain controller lookups to fail after installing the KB5087537 May 2026 security update.

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May 26 • 3:41 AM EDT • Technology • bleepingcomputer.com
7 things patients should know about VO2 max

This episode of the "Health vs. Hype" AMA podcast introduces listeners to what a VO2 max measurement is and why their score could be important to know.

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May 26 • 3:00 AM EDT • Health • ama-assn.org
What To Expect After a Myositis Diagnosis

When you’re diagnosed with myositis, it can be a relief to finally know what’s behind your symptoms. But then what? Here’s what to expect.

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May 26 • 12:02 AM EDT • Health • health.clevelandclinic.org