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May 04 2026HEALTH

Everyday Ways to Feel Better During Your 30s and 40s

Around age 35, many women notice their body and moods starting to shift in ways that aren’t always easy to explain. Hormones begin their slow transition toward what’s called perimenopause, which can bring hot flashes, restless nights, and sudden mood swings. These aren’t just small annoyances—they c

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May 03 2026FINANCE

New CEO Faces Big Test at Berkshire’s Annual Shareholder Meeting

Greg Abel, 63, stepped onto the stage at Berkshire Hathaway’s first annual meeting in Omaha, Nebraska, after taking over as chief executive last January. He began by welcoming the company’s top leaders and introduced a banner that honored Warren Buffett, who had led the firm for 60 years. Buff

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May 03 2026POLITICS

Small-town Oregon faces big political questions at a quiet gathering

In a tiny town where everyone knows each other’s grandparents, an 81-year-old activist drove three days just to get people talking about politics. Wasco, Oregon, population 417, isn’t the kind of place that normally draws crowds for policy debates. Yet Steve Radcliffe arrived with a plan: hold 36 to

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May 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

How a quiet producer quietly reshaped what we watch on TV

Back in the 1980s, TV was all about noise. Bright lights, loud voices, and rapid scene changes tried to grab attention. One producer noticed something different: families weren’t just watching—they were talking, laughing, and connecting. Instead of following the loudest trends, she chose shows that

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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 2026HEALTH

How Cancer Research Stays Relevant and Trustworthy

Cancer studies rely on people joining big research groups called cohorts. These groups help scientists spot patterns between lifestyle choices, genes, and cancer risks. But it takes more than just collecting data. Real progress happens when researchers treat participants like partners, not just subj

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May 01 2026SPORTS

Flyers, Phillies and a Photo Showdown

The weekend brought surprises across Philadelphia sports. In the NHL, the Flyers shocked their rivals by taking a 3‑0 series lead over the Penguins and holding on to win Game 6, ending the series. In the NBA, the Sixers stayed in the playoff race against the Celtics, helped by Joel Embiid’s early re

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May 01 2026HEALTH

Doctors Push for More Thoughtful Stopping of Psychiatric Drugs

Health officials are looking at how medicines for mental health are used, and a group of well‑known doctors is offering new advice on how patients can safely quit them. They point out that sometimes doctors leave people on drugs longer than needed, or when the medicines no longer help. The doctors

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May 01 2026POLITICS

Royal visit highlights local pride and shared history

A king and queen’s tour through Virginia last week didn’t just pass through famous landmarks—it wove together small-town charm and national memories. King Charles III and Queen Camilla ended their U. S. trip with stops in Front Royal, a quiet town at the edge of Shenandoah National Park. Instead of

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May 01 2026HEALTH

Managing Weight and Diabetes: What New Studies on Semaglutide Really Show

Research on semaglutide, a once-a-week shot, shows it can help people lose noticeable weight—up to one-sixth of their body weight in some cases. Trials called STEP 1, 3, and 4 focused on adults without diabetes and found weight drops between ten and seventeen percent. For those with type 2 diabetes

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