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May 16 2026SCIENCE

Bacteria from a Trash Heap Turn Plastic Into Less

Scientists found two kinds of bacteria that can eat a type of plastic called polypropylene. The bacteria were taken from a landfill in Rishikesh, India. They named the strains KRS102 and KRS236. The team first checked that the bacteria were real by looking at their DNA. They also tested if the mi

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May 16 2026FINANCE

ARM Loans: Low Rates, Big Risks – What You Need to Know

Adjustable‑rate mortgages (ARMs) have a headline appeal: they start with a lower interest rate than the usual 30‑year fixed loan. That means your first few payments could be cheaper, freeing up cash for other expenses or emergencies. However, the rate you lock in today is only the beginning. Afte

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May 16 2026BUSINESS

Sony Announces the Exit of Long‑Serving Communications Leader

Sony Pictures Entertainment has announced that Stacy Weitz will leave her position as Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications at the end of this month, after ten years with the studio. Weitz began her career at Sony in 2016 as Vice President of Corporate Communications and was promoted

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May 16 2026POLITICS

World Cup Debate: Congresswoman Supports Iran’s Inclusion

The 2026 World Cup will host teams from every corner of the globe, and a key U. S. politician has spoken up for one that some countries want to keep out. Pramila Jayapal, who represents a district that covers Seattle—one of the cities set to host matches—stated that Iran should be allowed to comp

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May 16 2026HEALTH

Health Choices After Cancer: What Really Works for Young Adults?

Surviving cancer as a young adult brings unique challenges, especially when it comes to staying healthy afterward. Many young adults deal with long-term effects from treatment, so eating well and staying active are key goals. But what actually helps them follow these healthy habits? A recent study l

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May 16 2026LIFESTYLE

A Fresh Look at Racing Culture Meets Streetwear

Motorsport isn’t just about speed on the track anymore. It’s spilling into everyday life, especially when drivers mix their racing careers with creative projects. One standout example is Enchanté, a brand born from Formula 1 but now pushing into the broader racing world. Their latest twist? A collab

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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 2026CRYPTO

Real-World Tokens Could Fix Crypto’s Messy Money Problems

A lot of trading still runs on old-school delays and paperwork. Big companies can’t move their stocks, bonds, or cash fast enough across borders or even between different banks. This friction costs them real money—like having a car stuck in traffic when it could be earning miles. Tokenizing these as

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May 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Water Fight Brewing Over Colorado River Use

The U. S. government just stepped into a messy water battle with a bold plan that could change how seven states share the Colorado River. For two decades, these states followed an old agreement that’s now falling apart as drought and overuse drain the river dry. The new proposal aims to slash water

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May 16 2026POLITICS

Diplomacy without deals: What Trump’s China visit really meant

Donald Trump returned from China with smiles and handshakes, but very few real promises. He called the trip “great” mostly because China announced plans to buy 200 Boeing jets and billions in soybeans. Those deals sound big, but no one has seen the fine print. Even the biggest moments were unclear:

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