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May 23 2026POLITICS

Brazil election sees power shift after bank scandal shakes Bolsonaro's camp

Recent polls suggest Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has gained momentum in the presidential race, now leading opposition Senator Flavio Bolsonaro 47% to 43% in a potential runoff. The shift comes after allegations that Flavio may have secured a $24 million investment from the owner of

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May 23 2026HEALTH

Staten Island’s Health Champions Shine at Annual Fundraiser

Raising money while bringing people together isn’t always easy, but an annual event in Staten Island proved it can be done with fun and purpose. Over 350 attendees turned a day at Richmond County Country Club into both a celebration and a fundraiser for a local hospital. Golfers, tennis players, and

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May 22 2026HEALTH

Exploring Student Minds: A New Way to Spot Depression, Anxiety and Stress

Researchers looked at the mental health of 424 Bangladeshi university students who answered an online survey in July 2024, a time of social and political tension. They found that many students reported strong symptoms: two‑thirds felt depressed, over seventy percent were anxious and more than half e

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May 22 2026BUSINESS

Smoother Path for Reno Bars to Host Late-Night Shows

Reno is testing a new rule that could let new bars in downtown and Midtown play live music late without jumping through old hoops. Instead of paying five grand and waiting months for a special permit, these businesses might get a faster track to keep the music going past 11 p. m. inside their doors.

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May 22 2026FINANCE

Planning Your Retirement Income Without Losing Sleep

Retirement shifts the money game from saving to smart spending. While building wealth is important, turning savings into steady income is a whole new challenge. Many people save well but still worry because they don’t know how to pull money out without running out. A good plan isn’t about having a m

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May 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

Ripple's Quantum Move While XRP Holds Steady

Ripple is stepping up its game against quantum computing threats, teaming with Project Eleven—a firm specializing in future-proofing systems. The U. S. government’s warning about quantum risks is clear: by 2035, outdated encryption must go. Even tech giants like Google and Cloudflare are pushing dea

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May 21 2026WEATHER

Cooler Philly Weather Brings Relief for Pollen Sufferers

Rain is coming to Philadelphia, and it’s set to lower the heat that topped 98 degrees earlier this week. Meteorologists say showers will start around 4 p. m. and could last until midnight, bringing rain every day through Monday. Models predict up to an inch of rain on Thursday, more than doubl

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May 20 2026WEATHER

Heat Is on: Reno and Tahoe Warm Up Before Memorial Day

Reno is turning up the heat as the week goes on, with temperatures expected to climb into the mid‑to‑upper 80s by the time Memorial Day rolls around. The National Weather Service says a ridge of high pressure will settle over the area by mid‑week, bringing sunny skies and drier air across Western

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May 20 2026TECHNOLOGY

Data Centers: Tiny Heat Islands in Our Neighborhoods

Recent research shows that the heat released by data centers can raise local temperatures by a few degrees. The study measured air temperature changes around four facilities in Phoenix, finding increases of 1. 5 to 4 °F within 500 m downwind. Data centers consume large amounts of electricity,

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May 19 2026POLITICS

Federal Cuts Hurt Local Charities

Recent policy changes have left many charities in southwestern Washington scrambling. A local community group that once counted on federal money now faces sudden funding gaps, with no clear reason given for the cutbacks. These shifts echo a broader national trend where federal support for nonp

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