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May 07 2026HEALTH

Healthy habits in Mexico get a cost check

Mexico’s public health system tried something new with the Lose Weight, Gain Life program. It wasn’t just about handing out diet tips. The real goal was to teach people how to build habits that stick—like cooking quick meals or choosing water over soda. Before rolling it out everywhere, officials wa

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May 07 2026RELIGION

City Hall\'s Saint Statues Face Legal Battle Over Public Faith

Quincy\'s plan to place statues of St. Michael and St. Florian outside its public safety building has sparked a heated debate over religion in government spaces. Supporters argue these figures inspire bravery and service, traits valued by police and firefighters. Critics see them as imposing one fai

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May 07 2026POLITICS

City Voters Sound Off: Big Problems Seen in Costs and More

New York City residents are clearly unhappy with how things are going in the country these days. A recent survey shows that over six in ten voters think the nation is on the wrong track, especially when it comes to rising costs, AI in daily life, America’s global standing, immigration rules, and pro

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May 06 2026BUSINESS

Private‑Credit Market: A Chance Amid the Calm

KKR’s finance chief says that even though many investors are holding back from private credit, the market still offers good opportunities. He told a TV host that firms are asking whether now is the right moment to jump into direct lending. KKR believes the answer is yes, and they are ready to

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May 06 2026HEALTH

New Wound Care Breakthroughs Set to Transform Patient Lives

Smith+​Neb‑­row, a leader in medical technology, is gearing up to unveil two innovative wound care products at the upcoming European Wound Management Association conference in Bremen. The event, scheduled for May 6‑8, will showcase the company’s latest efforts to tackle chronic wounds—a condition af

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May 06 2026HEALTH

Fruit‑Flavored Vapes Get FDA OK After Long Wait

The U. S. Food and Drug Administration has finally cleared fruit‑tasting e‑cigarettes for sale, a first in the country. The decision clears pods from Glas Inc. , a Los Angeles company that employs age‑verification tech to keep young people out. The flavors include mango, blueberry and two menthol op

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May 06 2026BUSINESS

Norbit Unveils Q1 2026 Results in Oslo

Norbit ASA is set to reveal its first‑quarter 2026 performance on May 13, with the announcement taking place in Oslo and live online. The company will post its interim report and slide deck early on the morning of May 13, accessible from its website and the Euronext Oslo news portal. Executive

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May 06 2026WEATHER

Rainy Wednesday: Storms Possible, but Mostly Gentle Showers

Morning rain will arrive just in time for the rush hour, bringing light showers that last until noon. The clouds are expected to bring only a few brief thunders, and the precipitation will stay mild, with totals between 0. 10 and 0. 50 inches. Later in the day, conditions change as a cold front m

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May 06 2026HEALTH

Rising Outbreaks, Rising Risks: How COVID‑19 Heightened Violence Against Women and Girls

Recent global health crises, driven by climate change, rapid city growth, and shifting landscapes, have forced governments to take emergency actions that can unintentionally raise the danger of violence toward women and girls. A comprehensive review examined how any outbreak, especially COVID‑19, ha

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May 06 2026ENVIRONMENT

Rethinking Growth: Why We Need Green Economics

Green economists argue that the current focus on GDP is too narrow. They say we should look at how money affects nature and people’s well‑being instead of just counting production. This shift means measuring progress by the health of ecosystems and community happiness, not only by how much mon

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