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May 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Better Batteries Needed for Clean Energy Future

The push for greener energy has put batteries in the spotlight. Wind and solar power can't always match demand, so batteries store extra energy for cloudy or windless days. Most big projects today use lithium-ion batteries. But these have big problems. Mining lithium harms dry regions. Chile and Ar

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May 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Mercedes Beats the Clock with Tech‑Heavy Upgrades

Mercedes has chosen to push technology ahead of looks in its newest S‑Class, GLE and GLS cars. The company has decided not to wait for a full redesign cycle. Instead, it is giving the models new “brains” and engines while keeping most of the outside shape. The move comes as car makers face chang

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May 16 2026LIFESTYLE

Summer Fun Starts Soon at Bay County Community Center

Registration has begun for the 2026 Summer Recreation Program at the Bay County Community Center, kicking off on June 8 and wrapping up July 30. The program welcomes kids between 5 and 14 years old, offering a mix of sports, field trips, and arts projects. Sessions run from 8 a. m. to 12:30 p.

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May 16 2026HEALTH

Early AI Tool Cuts Sepsis Deaths by Spotting Infection Hours Before Doctors

The U. S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared a new artificial‑intelligence system that can spot sepsis much faster than clinicians normally do. Developed by researchers at Johns Hopkins University, the software scans patients’ electronic health records and flags possible infection signs up to

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May 16 2026EDUCATION

Where the Past Meets the Sea: What Digging Revealed About Florida’s First Residents

Over two thousand years ago, long before rockets screamed into space from Cape Canaveral, Indigenous groups lived along the Atlantic coast. Today, students working near the famous launch pad are piecing together how these early Floridians spent their days. Instead of clearing fields for crops, they

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May 16 2026CELEBRITIES

Can podcasts change how we see mental health meds?

Theo Von’s talks on his podcast about stopping his antidepressants before filming a Netflix special show how tricky mental health care can be. He wanted more raw emotions for the show but ended up feeling "mildly manic, " which made him sound off about suicide during the performance. Later, he clari

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May 16 2026HEALTH

How exercise helps moms-to-be feel better in mind and body

Doctors often say pregnancy can be tough on women’s mental and physical health. Stress, mood swings, and fatigue are common. But what if something as simple as moving the body could help? Research suggests exercise might be a key tool for pregnant women. It doesn’t need to be intense—gentle activit

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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 2026TECHNOLOGY

Slick Lights and Smart Sensors: A New Plan to Stop Red‑Light Crashes

The city is testing a new trick on one mile of Florin Road, between 24th and Munson Way. The goal is to stop the big problem of drivers running red lights, which has caused many serious crashes in Sacramento. Drivers usually face a split‑second choice when the light turns yellow. Some choose to slo

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May 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Future‑Proofing PC Slots: What PCIe 8. 0 Means for Your Motherboard

"PCIe 8. 0 promises a raw speed of 256 GT/s and up to 1 TB/s on a x16 link, a leap that pushes copper traces to their limits. The standard’s draft says it is “evaluating new connector technology, ” hinting that the long‑standing card‑edge slot may need a redesign. The current design, first used in 2

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