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May 02 2026SCIENCE

Parrots Learn New Foods by Watching Their Friends

In city parks and gardens, a group of wild cockatoos discovered that trying new snacks can be safer when they see other birds doing it first. Scientists set up experiments in five different roosting spots across Sydney, where they offered colored almonds that the parrots had never tasted before.

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May 02 2026HEALTH

Pregnancy, Violence, and Health in Africa

In many parts of sub‑Saharan Africa, women face a serious risk when their partners turn violent during pregnancy. The danger is not only emotional; it can lead to injuries, serious illnesses, and even death for both mother and unborn child. Researchers have gathered data from many studies to underst

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May 02 2026HEALTH

A New Hope for Late-Stage Pancreatic Cancer Patients

Doctors in the U. S. now have another tool to fight a tough cancer. The FDA gave the green light for early use of an experimental pill called daraxonrasib. It targets pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, a fast-spreading form of pancreatic cancer that has already resisted other treatments. Patients who

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May 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

From Moon Races to Mars Wars: How One Show Changed Space Stories Forever

The idea that losing the Moon race could actually help NASA might sound strange at first. In reality, the US only beat the Soviet Union due to huge funding and teamwork after the USSR had already won every major early space contest. But what if America had failed in 1969? That's the question this se

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May 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Solutions for Packaging: What’s Changing in the Industry

A major event in packaging innovation is coming soon. A company known for advanced materials will present fresh ideas at a big trade show in Germany. Instead of just showing off new products, they’re focusing on solutions that meet tough rules and reduce waste. One standout creation is a seal made f

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May 02 2026FINANCE

What Chicago Atlantic’s Big Meeting Means for Investors in 2026

A company that lends money mostly to smaller cannabis firms has set a date for its stockholders to meet and make decisions. On June 24, 2026, holders of company shares can log in online to vote on big-picture matters, but only if they owned stock before April 27, 2026. The company describes itself a

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Charter Committee's struggle shows why Cincinnati needs fresh political voices

Cincinnati’s last city election left the Charter Committee with zero representation on council—a result that seemed to confirm what many suspected: local issues keep taking a backseat to national political drama. While Democratic candidates swept all nine council seats and the mayor’s office, voters

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Anchorage at 50: Big Dreams, Tough Choices

Anchorage is hitting its half-century mark, and like any 50-year-old, it's at a crossroads. It's not old yet, but it's no longer young either. The city still has plenty of energy and potential, but it's also dealing with growing pains. Like a teenager, Anchorage is awkward, figuring out who it wants

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May 02 2026OPINION

Why space needs a global team to stay safe and working

Most people don’t realize how much daily life depends on signals beamed from satellites. A lost hiker in the mountains gets rescued because a tiny device sends coordinates to satellites overhead. Those same satellites handle phone calls, money transfers, and delivery trucks tracking across oceans. B

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May 02 2026POLITICS

A new voice in the Democratic race, with unexpected background

Rob Tracinski stands out in Virginia’s Sixth District race, not because he’s the typical Democratic candidate, but because he’s openly admitting his past ties to the Tea Party. That alone makes some party members pause. Yet the bigger question isn’t about his political past—it’s about his fundraisin

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