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May 17 2026HEALTH

Self‑Care in Mbeya: How People Use Medicine on Their Own

In the city of Mbeya, almost half of adults turn to medicines without a doctor’s advice. A study done early last year asked 381 residents about their habits, using a simple questionnaire that covered who they are, what drugs they pick up, where they get them, and why. The most common choices were a

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May 17 2026OPINION

Rent Control Isn’t the Fix for Housing Prices

A group of city leaders in Massachusetts has spoken out against a plan that would force every town to follow the same rent‑control rules. The proposal, set for a 2026 vote, would apply one rule to all 351 municipalities. It ignores the unique needs of each community. Worcester, the state’s sec

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May 17 2026SCIENCE

A Tiny Gene, a Big Journey: How One Student’s Rare Disorder Became a Fight for Science

A young scientist was born with one of only thirty people in the world who share a rare genetic problem that makes them short, bend their spine, and gives them an uneven heartbeat. Doctors called the condition BMP2‑related skeletal dysplasia spectrum disorder, but her own cardiologist nicknamed it “

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May 17 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Air Force One Outburst Sparks Online Fury

President Trump launched a fiery attack from the cockpit of Air Force One, targeting Senate staffer Robert Karem after an alleged mishap during a defense hearing. The president posted a scathing message on Truth Social, calling Karem an “idiot” and demanding he be fired for supposedly embarrassing S

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May 17 2026HEALTH

Cancer, Nutrition and Body Weakness: How Symptoms Connect

In people with cancer, losing weight, feeling weak and shrinking muscle are common problems that often happen together. Researchers wanted to see how these three issues—malnutrition, frailty and sarcopenia—are linked with clusters of symptoms that affect eating. They looked at many adults who

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May 17 2026SPORTS

ASU Teams Set for Big 12 Playoff Push

Arizona State’s athletes are stepping onto the postseason stage this week, with a mix of golf and baseball events that could bring national recognition. The Sun Devils’ men’s and women’s golf squads have already secured spots in the NCAA tournaments, while the baseball team is aiming to break into t

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May 17 2026POLITICS

Senator Dela Rosa Faces Court Battle Over ICC Arrest

The Philippine Supreme Court is now at the center of a heated debate as government lawyers argue against Senator Ronald dela Rosa’s request to block his arrest by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Dela Rosa, a former police chief who led President Duterte’s controversial drug crackdown, seeks

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May 17 2026ENVIRONMENT

New Tools Fight Desert Spread in China’s Farmlands

China has started fresh projects to stop farmland from turning into desert, especially in the western province of Xinjiang. Scientists at the local ecology institute are trying new ways to hold back sand, reduce wind damage and tackle salty soils that threaten crops. These experiments are part of a

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May 17 2026FINANCE

Stock Outlook: Hua Hong Semiconductor Eyes Higher Targets

Hua Hong Semiconductor Ltd. is on the radar of several big banks that are keeping a positive outlook for its shares. A recent note from Bank of China points to a “Buy” stance, suggesting the stock could rise toward HK$152. 40. The company’s shares ended last Friday at HK$115. 90, leaving room for gr

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May 17 2026BUSINESS

Secrets About Estate Plans You Should Share

People often keep their wills and trusts hidden, but this can cause big problems later. When a parent dies, children sometimes cannot find the documents they think exist. They may discover an unsigned will or a reference to a trust that is lost. The main reason for keeping a trust is to ski

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