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May 22 2026SPORTS

British Climber Sets New Record with 20th Everest Ascent

A British mountaineer has reached the summit of Mount Everest for the twentieth time, setting a new record for foreign climbers. The 52‑year‑old reached the top before sunrise and began his descent to lower camps. He was part of a team organized by an Austrian adventure company that has led se

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May 20 2026POLITICS

Group of Seven Heads Up: China’s Export Surge Draws Global Attention

The Group of Seven finance leaders recently turned their focus toward China’s large‑scale export activity, using data from the International Monetary Fund to highlight how this strategy may be harming other economies. The meeting’s agenda included a discussion on global trade imbalances, with off

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May 20 2026BUSINESS

When neighbors disagree over trees and money

A long feud between two neighbors in Maine recently took a sharp turn when the state's top court stepped in. The disagreement started when one couple cut down trees near their property line, trees they believed belonged to them. Those trees were valued at just over $1, 600, but the trouble quickly g

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May 18 2026POLITICS

Global Money Talks: Can the G7 Fix What’s Broken?

Leaders from seven major economies meet in Paris this week to talk about why global money isn’t flowing fairly. The two-day chat starts after a flashy meeting between the U. S. and China wrapped up with more handshakes than real deals. Trade fights and raw material grabber are still stealing the sho

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May 17 2026HEALTH

Can humans regrow lost limbs? Scientists are getting closer

Every year, over a million people lose arms or legs due to accidents or diseases like diabetes. Unlike some animals, humans can’t just grow new limbs. But research on creatures like salamanders, fish, and mice is uncovering clues that might change that. Axolotls, small pink salamanders, can regrow

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May 03 2026SPORTS

Why the Timberwolves Still Have a Shot Against San Antonio

The Timberwolves aren’t exactly the favorites in their latest playoff series against the Spurs. In fact, they’re big underdogs—so big that sportsbooks hardly give them a chance to even make the next round. Minnesota is missing two key players, including star Anthony Edwards, who’s still recovering f

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Apr 26 2026HEALTH

Can video games help stroke recovery faster?

After a stroke, many people struggle to regain control of their arms. Traditional rehab often feels repetitive and slow. But what if playing games could speed up the process? Researchers tested this idea by comparing two rehab methods for stroke survivors. One group used a simple video game system t

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Mar 06 2026OPINION

Oil: Alaska’s Lifeline – Don’t Let It Fade Like Timber

The timber boom that once kept Alaskan towns alive has slipped into history, a slow decline driven by layers of rules and dwindling money. That story shows how easy it is for a vital industry to disappear when policy turns heavy and investment dries up. Oil, however, is the engine that keeps Alas

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Feb 11 2026BUSINESS

Trimble Keeps Shipping Tech Growing Even When Freight Slows

Trimble’s transportation and logistics arm, which helps truckers and freight companies connect data from carriers to shippers, posted solid growth in the last quarter. Even though overall freight demand remains weak, the segment’s recurring revenue hit $508 million, up 7% from a year earlier. CEO R

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Feb 07 2026POLITICS

Haiti Faces a New Political Pause After Transition Council Ends

The Caribbean nation of Haiti has slipped into a state of uncertainty as its temporary governing body’s authority expired, leaving no clear next step for leadership. The nine‑person council that was set up in April to calm violent gang clashes and prepare for elections has seen its power fade amid

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