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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

New Autism Research Group Stands Up to Controversial Committee

Scientists and advocates have announced a fresh, independent body that will chart the future of autism studies. The new group aims to set priorities based on solid science, offering a counterpoint to a federal panel that many feel is tainted by questionable views. The federal committee was reshap

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Mar 02 2026POLITICS

Cuba Faces Oil Shortage, Calls for Big Economic Overhaul

The Cuban leader has urged the country to act fast on sweeping changes to its economy and society because oil supplies are running low. During a meeting of top officials, he said the government must immediately work on new plans to reshape how business and local governments operate. The call comes a

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Feb 26 2026BUSINESS

Stellantis Workers Skip 2025 Profit Share

Stellantis announced that its U. S. auto workers will not receive a profit‑sharing check for 2025. The decision marks the first time since early 2011 that hourly employees under the company’s name or its predecessors have missed out on a bonus. Two years ago, workers earned nearly $14, 000 each; las

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Feb 26 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Show Off Their Natural Skin in New Photos

More and more stars are sharing pictures that reveal their real, unfiltered look. This trend started when a popular singer posted a short clip without makeup, sparking a wave of authenticity on social media. Fans love seeing the genuine side of their favorite personalities, and it encourages convers

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Feb 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Android 17: A New AI‑Driven Experience

Google’s Sameer Samat stepped onto the stage at Galaxy Unpacked and announced that Android 17 will bring “amazing things. ” He described the platform as shifting from a simple operating system to an intelligent system that learns and adapts to users. The focus is on embedding AI at the core of Andro

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Feb 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Gemini Helps You Do More on Your Phone

Google has added new tricks to its Gemini AI that let users ask the phone to run simple tasks, like ordering a ride or food. The update is still in testing and works only on a handful of apps that deal with food, groceries or rides. It can be used on certain Pixel and Samsung phones and is available

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Feb 26 2026SCIENCE

Astronaut’s Health Issue Forces Early Return from Space

A NASA crew left the International Space Station earlier than planned because one member experienced a medical problem. The team that had been working in orbit included Mike Fincke, Zena Cardman, Kimiya Yui and Oleg Platonov. Fincke confirmed that his own health issue prompted the decision to

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Feb 25 2026HEALTH

IUI Success: What Really Matters

Intrauterine insemination, often the first step for couples wanting a baby, shows varied results. Researchers looked at studies from 2000 to 2024 to see why some people do better than others. Age and weight play a big part. A woman who is younger and has a body mass index in the healthy range

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Feb 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

Voice‑Powered Loans: How AI Helps Homebuyers Fast

Better. com, a company that uses artificial intelligence from the start, has built an AI voice helper called Betsy. Betsy talks to people who want a mortgage and can answer questions, check rates, and lock in prices. Each month the system handles about one hundred thousand phone calls. In 2025 alone

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Feb 23 2026HEALTH

Spending Time Online: How Many Kids With Autism Get Hooked on Games in Saudi Arabia

A new look at the link between video games and autism shows that kids in Saudi Arabia who have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are often drawn into online gaming more than their peers. Researchers wanted to see how common this “Internet Gaming Disorder” (IGD) is and whether boys or girls, young or

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