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May 10 2026ENVIRONMENT

Flood Tech Gives Eastwick Residents a New Sense of Safety

The city has rolled out fresh flood‑sensing tools in Eastwick, a neighborhood that has long battled the unpredictable rise of water along Cobbs Creek. Residents now have real‑time data to help them decide when to move cars, gather important papers or even leave town before a storm hits. The idea b

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May 10 2026CRIME

Cold‑Case Break: Texas Suspect Arrested After 40 Years

A breakthrough in a long‑cold Texas murder has led to the arrest of Bobby Charles Taylor Sr. , who is now 60 years old. Investigators used new DNA techniques to match evidence from the scene of a 1986 crime in Montgomery County. The victim, 16‑year‑old Deanna Ogg, was found dead on a logging r

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May 10 2026BUSINESS

New Tablet Tech at Texas Roadhouse: A Smooth Shift, Not a Rush

Texas Roadhouse has started using handheld tablets at some of its restaurants, letting servers take orders right at the table. The move was announced during the company’s first‑quarter 2026 earnings call, which also highlighted a solid financial performance that lifted the stock by 12%. The chain is

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May 10 2026POLITICS

One Nation Gains First Seat in Australian Lower House

In a surprising turn, the far‑right One Nation party secured its inaugural seat in Australia’s House of Representatives during a recent by‑election. The win, confirmed after preliminary counts, reflects a global uptick in support for populist right‑wing groups. The victory came in the rural elect

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May 10 2026EDUCATION

Celebrating a Teacher’s Journey at Buffalo State

Buffalo State University will honor Wendy A. Paterson, a 1975–76 alumna who now serves as interim dean of the School of Education and Applied Professions, with its Distinguished Alumnus Award. The award is presented at the 154th Commencement on Saturday, May 16, in the campus Sports Arena. The un

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May 10 2026TECHNOLOGY

Caregivers Talk About New Tech for Teens With CHARGE

Family helpers are the backbone of life for teens who have CHARGE syndrome. They help with daily tasks, school work and play. But how do they feel about the newest gadgets that could help? Researchers asked a group of these caregivers what they think. They wanted to know how the family s

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May 10 2026SPORTS

Indoor Golf’s Big Leap: From Korean Trend to U. S. Boom

Golfzon now runs more than 6, 500 indoor golf simulator sites across South Korea, owning a large share of the country’s off‑course market. Years ago, many Koreans saw simulators as just a fancy video game, but that view has flipped. Today the company reports twice as many rounds inside its centers t

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May 10 2026POLITICS

The Congress‑War Rule: A Check on Hot‑Headed Leaders

Congress has the exclusive right to say a country is at war. Presidents have often gone ahead anyway, starting fights before Congress says so. When a president acts alone, the nation risks being dragged into costly battles. The article points out that this rule exists to stop a leader who m

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May 10 2026CRIME

Crypto Crime Surge: Europe Leads the Attack Wave

Recent data shows that violent thefts targeting cryptocurrency owners have climbed sharply, with losses topping $101 million in the first four months of 2026. A security firm that tracks these incidents reports that only 34 attacks have been recorded worldwide, yet the damage has nearly doubled comp

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May 10 2026ENVIRONMENT

Drone Watchers: Do Flying Cameras Bother Gentle Giants?

Whale sharks drift through tropical seas like underwater buses, carrying a map of bright spots and stripes. Their calm demeanor and striking looks draw crowds to spots like Ningaloo Reef in Australia. Now, a new visitor shares their skies: drones. These buzzing eyes in the sky let researchers peek a

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