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May 15 2026POLITICS

Crypto Money Powers Alabama Senate Race

In a state where the Republican nominee almost always wins, money can change everything. A handful of crypto billionaires are ready to pour millions into the Alabama Senate primary, hoping to secure a seat for a candidate who will favor their interests. The race is set for Tuesday, with a possible r

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May 15 2026HEALTH

Ragdoll Cats in 2019: Health Trends and Longevity

In the United Kingdom, veterinary clinics recorded a snapshot of Ragdoll cats in 2019 that offers insight into their everyday health and lifespan. The study looked at how many of these cats were seen by a vet, what ailments they suffered from, and how long they lived on average. It also examin

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May 15 2026POLITICS

U. S. Wants a Fair Deal With China, Says Rep. Haridopolos

Rep. Mike Haridopolos told a news program that the United States seeks equal footing in trade with China. He pointed out that China often ignores rules on environmental protection and worker rights, making it hard for U. S. firms to compete without risking their intellectual property. Haridopolos ar

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May 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

OpenAI’s New Treasure: Is It Really a Charity?

A recent claim says that the real gems of OpenAI are its intellectual property. The story argues that early Microsoft deals kept the company within a charitable trust, but a later 2023 investment changed everything. According to critics, the founders and top executives violated that trust by making

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Taiwan’s New Missile‑Ready Coast Guard Ships Are Now Complete

The coast guard has finished its final high‑tech patrol boat. It can carry missiles, a feature normally reserved for warships. These vessels are based on the navy’s fast attack design. They can slip past bigger ships and stay close to shore. The new model has a space at the rear for anti

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May 15 2026POLITICS

U. S. Pulls Back Troop Plans for Poland, Raising Questions About Europe Strategy

The U. S. military has decided not to send 4, 000 troops to Poland as previously planned, a move that surprised many observers and reignited debate over President Trump’s intentions to reduce American forces on the continent. The announcement came after a brief pause, and no formal statement has yet

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May 15 2026FINANCE

Maine’s 25‑Year Journey of Helping People Own Homes and Grow Businesses

MaineStream Finance, a nonprofit rooted in Penquis, has marked a quarter‑century of making money more reachable for Mainers. From the start in 2001, its goal has been simple: give people who don’t fit traditional bank rules a chance to buy homes, start or grow businesses, and build solid financial f

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Political Ads and Hidden Money: A Closer Look at a Washington Group

A watchdog group has filed a 24‑page complaint against the conservative committee Let’s Go Washington, saying it did not report more than 150 instances of political advertising linked to two statewide initiatives. The complaint, brought by Washingtonians for Ethical Government, claims that the group

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May 15 2026SCIENCE

Joint Models vs. Cox: Which Works Best in Real‑World Studies?

In studies that track health markers over time and link them to when people experience an event, researchers often use “joint models. ” These methods combine two types of data: repeated measurements and the time until an event happens. They are seen as a fair way to see how a marker, like kidney fun

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Senator Fakes Escape From Senate After ICC Warrant

A senator in the Philippines, wanted by an international court for alleged crimes during a drug crackdown, managed to slip out of the Senate building after a chaotic night. The senator had been staying inside the heavily guarded chamber, hoping to avoid arrest. When a confrontation broke out with a

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