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May 17 2026HEALTH

Coordinating Care: Europe’s COVID Lessons

The coronavirus crisis forced European health systems to rethink how they work together. When hospitals, laboratories and public‑health agencies started talking in sync, the country that could share information fastest saw better outcomes. Countries that had formal plans for emergency cooperat

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May 17 2026HEALTH

Rapid Ebola Alert: WHO Speaks Fast to Stop Spread

The World Health Organization has quickly declared the Bundibugyo ebolavirus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern, only two days after it was first confirmed. This swift action is unusual; since 2005 the WHO has raised this alarm

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May 17 2026SCIENCE

Mind Tricks Behind Endless Scrolling

When people keep scrolling through feeds, their brains are doing more than just mindlessly looking. Studies from the University of Bristol and the University at Buffalo show that those with better working memory – the part of our brain that helps us focus – actually pay less attention to each post a

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May 17 2026SPORTS

Marcus Sasser: A Texas‑Born Basketball Journey

Marcus Sasser grew up in Red Oak, Texas, a small town near Dallas where basketball is a daily habit. From the first time he dribbled on neighborhood courts, his family’s love for the game pushed him forward. His uncle Jason coached him in high school, and his father played college ball at Frank Phil

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May 17 2026SPORTS

Jared McCain: From Sacramento Courts to the NBA Spotlight

Born on February 20, 2004, Jared McCain grew up in Sacramento where the city’s tough high‑school basketball scene helped shape his game. He is an American citizen, with parents who both hail from the United States, but he proudly acknowledges a mixed heritage that includes African‑American and white

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May 17 2026OPINION

Rural Power and the Biofuel Boost

The new biofuel tax credit, known as 45Z, is a big deal for farmers and small towns in the Midwest. It promises to bring billions of dollars back into local economies by encouraging people to make biofuel right where the feedstock grows. Farmers, grain elevators, truck drivers and even local busi

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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 2026TECHNOLOGY

Token Leak at Grafana Sparks Code Theft and Ransom Demand

Grafana recently revealed that someone gained access to a special GitHub token, letting them pull the company’s code. The breach did not touch any user data or affect customers’ systems, according to the company’s statements. When Grafana discovered the unauthorized activity, it immediately st

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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 2026SPORTS

McGregor’s Comeback and the Sports World in 2021

Conor McGregor is back after a long break. He last fought in 2021 at UFC 264 and lost to Dustin Poirier after breaking his leg. Now he will fight Max Holloway on July 11 in a welterweight bout. His return is part of a wave of big names coming back to MMA. Ronda Rousey, Gina Carano, Franc

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