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May 02 2026CRYPTO

Dogecoin’s 10% Rally: Whales, Trading Volume and Mixed Signals

Dogecoin’s price has climbed about 10% in the last week, a move that experts link mainly to large‑wallet buying rather than ordinary investors. On a single day, the network recorded 739 transactions each worth over $100 000 – the biggest count in six months. Meanwhile, 149 wallets that hold at

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Government Extends Spy Powers for 45 Days

The Senate and the House have both approved a short‑term renewal of the U. S. government’s ability to conduct foreign surveillance without warrants, extending the program for 45 days. The Senate did so by unanimous consent, while the House passed its version with a 261‑to‑111 vote. After the extensi

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May 02 2026SCIENCE

Alaska’s Climate Shift: A Personal Farewell

For three decades, deadlines have been a constant companion, shaping the rhythm of my work. The pressure once felt like an ache, but repeated exposure turned it into a familiar habit. I have spent many years navigating the complex world of scientific communication, sharing findings with local newspa

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May 02 2026SCIENCE

Lightning Secrets: How Trees Glow Before a Storm

When the air feels itchy and your hair jumps, it might mean a storm is coming. Scientists noticed a faint blue light that sometimes appears on tree tops during heavy weather. This glow, called corona discharge, is a tiny electric spark that can be seen when the sky splits into two layers of charge.

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May 02 2026POLITICS

A Drone Lens on a Tragic Tale

The film shows the land that the Chuschagasta people call home in Tucumán Province. A camera on a drone moves slowly above the hills, revealing how big and beautiful the area is. It also shows a bird that bumps into the drone, reminding us of nature’s own presence. The story behind the pictur

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May 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Big Tech’s AI Push Could Outpace 19th‑Century Railroads

A recent study by a leading real‑estate firm says that the current wave of artificial intelligence (AI) development might surpass the scale of railroad expansion in the 1850s. The research points to a projected $3. 7 trillion investment by major tech giants—Google, Amazon and Microsoft—in AI infrast

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May 02 2026HEALTH

Living Long, Living Strong: A Woman’s Quest to Push Menopause Back

The average age of menopause in the United States is about fifty‑two years, but one woman in Austin has set her sights on staying in that stage until sixty. She believes that by slowing the decline of her ovaries, she can keep her health robust for longer and also extend the years in which she could

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May 02 2026POLITICS

City Manager Goad Steps Down After Nearly a Decade of Leadership

Reese Goad, the Tallahassee City Manager, announced his retirement on April 28 after serving for almost ten years. He had reached the age and service milestones that allow full retirement, having completed 30 years in government, including five with the state. Goad’s tenure was marked by steering th

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May 02 2026BUSINESS

Gas Surplus in the US While Global Demand Soars During Iran Conflict

The war with Iran has caused a major disruption in global gas supplies. Normally, the Middle East supplies a large portion of the world's liquid natural gas (LNG). But recent attacks have damaged key facilities and made shipping routes unsafe. Meanwhile, in the United States, gas is so plentiful tha

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Drone war widens in Ukraine as daytime strikes surge

Early last month, Ukrainian skies turned into a battleground not just at night but from morning through afternoon. Over 400 drones flooded the airspace in just seven and a half hours. Most never reached their targets. Nighttime strikes have long been Russia’s preferred playbook since the conflict be

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