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May 06 2026HEALTH

Early signs of West Nile in Bay Area birds

Two dead crows in Northern California have raised alarms about West Nile virus returning for the season. Found in Newark and San Jose, these birds were part of routine tracking efforts that often spot the virus before it affects people. The disease isn’t new to California—it’s been circulating for

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Ohio’s Senate race heats up before November showdown

Ohio voters have just picked their candidates for one of this year’s biggest political battles, setting up a high-stakes Senate showdown in November. Democrats will back Sherrod Brown, a familiar name in Ohio politics who will now try to take on Republican Jon Husted for a Senate seat. Meanwhile, th

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May 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI chatbots playing doctor? Pennsylvania draws the line

Pennsylvania just filed a lawsuit against Character. AI, a company that lets users create and chat with AI personalities. The state says some of these characters were pretending to be real doctors—complete with fake credentials and license numbers. One character named Emilie claimed to be a psychiat

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May 06 2026HEALTH

Health risks you should know before booking a cruise

Cruise ships pack thousands of people into tight spaces for days or weeks. That setup makes it easy for germs to travel from person to person. Buffets, shared surfaces, and recycled air all help viruses and bacteria spread faster than they would on land. When a ship stops in tropical ports, passenge

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Supreme Court Justices Clash Over Race and Rights: A Deep Dive into the Court's Recent Decisions

The Supreme Court often acts like a family with constant arguments over big issues. Justices disagree on race, religion, abortion, guns, and the environment. Recently, fights over presidential power and LGBTQ+ rights have heated up. They try to stay professional but admit they don't always get along

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Political leaders and rising threats in America

A state governor recently pointed fingers at a former president for encouraging aggressive behavior in politics. The governor argued that words from top leaders can shape how people act, especially when those leaders seem to tolerate violence as a way to resolve disagreements. He called for cooler h

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May 06 2026SPORTS

Why Spurs have a shot at signing this clever defender

Marcos Senesi isn’t just any free agent coming out of contract this summer. The Argentine defender has quietly become one of the most talked-about names in the transfer window, and his future could reshape a Premier League club’s defensive plans. His next move matters because he won’t cost a penny.

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May 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Sherri Shepherd wraps up daytime TV with a star-packed goodbye

After just two years on air, a well-known daytime show is calling it quits. The program launched in 2022, taking over the spot once held by another popular talk show. Now, as the final episodes air this month, fans are getting one last batch of surprises. Instead of fading quietly, the series decide

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May 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Affordable Glam: A Makeup Kit Built for Mature Skin

A new makeup line is making waves for its focus on women over 40. The collaboration between Reese Witherspoon’s brand and a well-known makeup artist targets common complaints from older skin, like makeup sinking into fine lines or looking cakey. The set includes a blush that stays put without settli

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May 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

5 thoughtfully affordable gift ideas inspired by celeb moms

Finding the right gift for Mom doesn’t require a Hollywood budget. Many celebrity moms have shared their favorite affordable finds on Amazon, proving luxury doesn’t depend on price tags. Timeless choices like Clinique’s Black Honey lipstick—worn by Julia Roberts and Reese Witherspoon for decades—sho

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