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May 11 2026BUSINESS

Victory Bar & Grill Gets New Hands, Plans Fresh Upgrades

The Victory Bar & Grill in West Berlin is now owned by a new group. Husband‑and‑wife team Andy and Loukia Likogiannis sold the spot, a move confirmed by restaurant broker Bielat Santore & Company. The place has long been a favorite for sports fans and casual diners. It features 50 big TVs,

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May 11 2026HEALTH

How ICU nurses rank their biggest workplace struggles

ICU nurses deal with unique challenges every day. A study in Iran asked fourteen experienced ICU nurses to share the biggest barriers they face at work. The nurses pointed to eighteen main issues, which were grouped into five areas: the physical space, the tools they use, the tasks they perform, the

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May 11 2026HEALTH

Why people wait too long to get help for bed sores

Many patients ignore pressure injuries, better known as bed sores, until they become serious. A small study asked 18 adults or their carers why they delayed seeing a doctor. The interviews revealed four key factors: whether the person understood the injury, how much support they had at home, if they

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May 09 2026LIFESTYLE

A fresh spot in Searsport: sandwiches by day, drinks by night

After months of searching, one woman turned a closed café into a space that feels both classic and modern. The converted Coastal Cafe now hosts Scullery Made, a place where giant sandwiches rule the morning and cocktails take over after four. The owner, who grew up in restaurants, chose Searsport fo

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May 09 2026LIFESTYLE

Summer vibes at Sea Bright: Donovan's Reef rolls out 2026 plans

Donovan's Reef is gearing up for another summer of beachside fun in Sea Bright. This Monmouth County spot has been a go-to since 1976, and it's easy to see why. With a private beach, an oceanfront tiki bar, and music that keeps the energy high, it's no surprise the place made USA Today's shortlist f

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May 05 2026HEALTH

Uganda’s Fight Against Cervical Cancer: What Helps and Hinders Screening

In Uganda, cervical cancer is the leading cancer affecting women, yet many cases are caught too late. A recent study looked at why women and health workers either do or don’t get screened. The main test used in most clinics is Visual Inspection with Acetic acid, or VIA. It’s simple and cheap, but n

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Teen Voters in Newark Face Hidden Roadblocks

Newark’s 2023 ordinance let teens vote in school board elections, a first for the city. The rule was put into action by 2025, giving 16‑ and 17‑year‑olds a voice in matters that affect their schools. Yet, when the polls opened, most of those teens stayed home. The turnout was low because the

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May 04 2026SPORTS

Breaking the Pay Gap: How WNBA Players Are Rewriting Their Futures

Breanna Stewart, a standout from Central New York, has become a key figure in reshaping how women’s basketball is compensated. She helped negotiate a landmark deal that will funnel over $1 billion into player salaries and benefits through 2032. This agreement introduces the first full revenue‑

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May 04 2026SCIENCE

Breeding Better Barley: A Look at the Genes That Fight Early Sprouting

Barley doesn’t always wait to be harvested. Sometimes, rain before cutting triggers premature sprouting in the field, turning starch into sugar and ruining quality. Scientists have now found small genetic differences that help some barley plants resist this problem, called preharvest sprouting. Inst

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May 03 2026RELIGION

Getting Faith into Therapy: What Muslim Clients Want You to Know

Therapy can feel like a tight box when your beliefs don't fit inside its walls. For many Muslims in the UK, counseling often turns into a place where religion gets left at the door. Sessions focus on emotions or behaviors but skip over the daily practices that give people strength or make them quest

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