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May 15 2026EDUCATION

How Hong Kong students' media habits shape their work skills

A recent study looked at how Hong Kong university students split their time between different media platforms and how this affects their workplace readiness. Researchers surveyed 363 students from six universities between October and December 2024. They tracked weekly hours spent on six media types—

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May 15 2026POLITICS

What's Really Happening in Los Angeles Politics?

Los Angeles voters are dealing with a tough choice in the upcoming election. One candidate leads with about 30% support, but that number isn’t as strong as it seems. Around 70% of voters are either split between other candidates or undecided. That big chunk of unsettled voters could change everythin

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May 15 2026POLITICS

South Carolina’s Public Health Chief Steps Down After Rough Ride

South Carolina just wrapped up its 2026 legislative session, and with it, the state’s top public health official is packing up his desk. Dr. Ed Simmer, who took charge of the Department of Public Health during the pandemic, left the building on May 14 when the legislature refused to give him a perma

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May 15 2026POLITICS

What happens now that abortion pills can't be blocked yet

The Supreme Court has temporarily let people access the abortion pill mifepristone through telehealth visits and the mail. This drug, used in most US abortions today, works by blocking a pregnancy hormone and is usually taken with another pill to complete the process. It got initial approval in 2000

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May 14 2026TECHNOLOGY

Elon Musk in China: A Complex Image of Innovation and Conflict

Elon Musk’s name sparks both admiration and criticism in China. Some see him as a pioneer pushing electric cars, self‑driving tech, and space ventures forward. Others point to complaints from customers and clashes with government rules. In recent times, Musk joined a group of American tech leaders

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May 14 2026HEALTH

Big Picture: How Often Do Big Urology Surgeries Go Wrong

Surgeries that remove kidney, bladder or prostate cancer are common worldwide. Yet the risks during and after these operations can be high. Doctors need clear, uniform ways to describe complications so they can compare results and help patients understand what might happen. A new study gathered dat

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May 14 2026CELEBRITIES

Red Carpet Rules Get a Make‑over

The French Riviera is back on guard as the 2026 Cannes Film Festival opens its gates with a fresh set of dress‑code rules. First, no nudity is allowed on the red carpet or anywhere else at the event because of “decency reasons. ” Second, very wide outfits and long trains that could block guest

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May 14 2026SPORTS

A Playful Pitch: Why Some Sports Traditions Miss the Mark

Teams that play video‑game sounds when a penalty ends and fans who sing the same pop hit at every game can feel like a joke to outsiders. In hockey, for example, the Penguins and Sabres have been heard blasting a “1‑up” chime from Super Mario whenever a player comes out of the box. The idea is to

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May 14 2026SPORTS

A New Home for the Sooners

The Sooners are planning a brand‑new arena that will host games, events and fan gatherings. The project is led by Porter Moser and Jennie Baranczyk, who are excited about the future. They believe the new venue will boost school spirit and bring more visitors to Tulsa. The arena’s design focus

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May 14 2026POLITICS

China’s Role in Ending the Iran Conflict

Trump is set to meet Xi Jinping this week, hoping Beijing will help end the costly war in Iran. The president expects China to push Tehran back to negotiations, but Beijing may have other priorities. China buys a lot of Iranian oil and has strong ties with the Middle East. It wants the Strait of Ho

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