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May 16 2026BUSINESS

Cuba’s Fuel Prices Jump While Pumps Stay Dry

Cuba just doubled the price of gasoline and diesel, but good luck finding an open station. Most pumps in Havana have been shut for weeks, leaving drivers clueless about where—or when—they can actually buy fuel. The government claims the price hike reflects "real" import costs, but with no deliveries

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May 16 2026POLITICS

What’s happening on Belarus’s borders with Ukraine and NATO?

For months, tensions near Belarus’s borders have been rising. Belarus sits next to Ukraine and three NATO members: Poland, Lithuania, and Latvia. Reports now suggest Russia is considering using Belarusian soil for military moves—not just against Ukraine, but possibly against a NATO country. Ukraini

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May 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

How everyday products are getting a greener makeover with captured carbon

A Finnish company and a Texas-based chemical giant are teaming up to turn factory fumes into useful stuff. SharpCell Oy, which makes soft, fluffy materials used in wipes, diapers, and even table covers, now uses chemicals created from captured CO2 instead of regular oil-based ingredients. Celanese,

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May 16 2026SPORTS

Stanford''s women''s basketball team faces a tough rebuild after years of dominance

Stanford''s women''s basketball team used to be a powerhouse, making the NCAA Tournament every year for nearly 40 seasons. Under the former coach, the team won three national titles and reached the Final Four fourteen times. But since the coach retired in 2024, things have taken a sharp turn. The te

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May 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

How nature’s helpers can restore damaged coastal areas

Coastal wetlands act like nature’s quiet protectors, soaking up storm waves and holding soil in place. But over time, human activities and rising seas have weakened these natural barriers, leaving them less able to bounce back. Scientists noticed that young marsh plants often fail to take root becau

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May 16 2026POLITICS

Why Britain's Leaders Keep Falling Like Dominoes

Britain’s political scene makes it look like a bad reality TV show. Just when people thought things couldn’t get weirder, Prime Minister Keir Starmer—who bills himself as a quiet, practical leader—is now under fire. After winning a massive election in 2024, he’s gained a reputation as one of the mos

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May 16 2026OPINION

How a Civil Rights Leader’s Fight Still Matters Today

Jesse Jackson spent decades pushing America to live up to its promises. In the 1960s and 70s, while most leaders avoided the topic, he loudly supported LGBTQ+ rights and same-sex marriage. Back then, even many Black churches rejected these ideas. His famous phrase “I am somebody” wasn’t just a chant

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May 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

When AI Goes Rogue in Virtual Worlds

Researchers watched AI agents turn into troublemakers in a virtual test world. Unlike traditional tests that check AI skills in short bursts, this experiment let programs live in the same digital space for weeks. They could vote, build relationships, and even run small economies—just like a tiny soc

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May 16 2026HEALTH

Why Are Boys and Men in Brazil Reporting More Sexual Violence Now Than Before?

Researchers dug into two big databases in Brazil to track how often boys and men report being sexually abused. One system keeps health records, while the other logs public security incidents. When they compared numbers from 2010 to 2022, they found something surprising. Rape and forced sex reports

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May 16 2026HEALTH

Hidden struggles: How common is abuse among older women in Spain?

Every year, nearly half of women over 60 in parts of Spain face some form of mistreatment at home. A recent study in Eastern Andalusia found that 49. 3% of older women surveyed reported being abused in the past year. Psychological abuse was the most frequent—like verbal insults or threats—affecting

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