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May 07 2026POLITICS

Violence After West Bengal Election Leaves Three Dead

The recent elections in the Indian state of West Bengal sparked intense conflict, leading to at least three fatalities and hundreds of arrests. After the ruling party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), won the vote, clashes erupted between supporters of the BJP and those loyal to former Chief Min

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May 07 2026WEATHER

Weather Shift: From Warm Breeze to Rainy Haze

The day that began with heat and wind quickly turned wet across the DC region. Mid‑week showers arrive, yet a brief sunny break may appear in the afternoon before evening storms stir again. Temperatures rise to just over 70°F, with wind gusts reaching 25‑30 miles per hour. Light rain of about a tent

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May 07 2026HEALTH

Checking breast health with heat scans: a closer look at an old idea

Doctors have long known that breast cancer is a major health concern for women, especially those between 40 and 75. That’s the age group where this disease becomes the top killer. For many years, they’ve used mammograms as the standard check-up tool. But there’s another method that’s been around for

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May 07 2026HEALTH

Healthy habits in Mexico get a cost check

Mexico’s public health system tried something new with the Lose Weight, Gain Life program. It wasn’t just about handing out diet tips. The real goal was to teach people how to build habits that stick—like cooking quick meals or choosing water over soda. Before rolling it out everywhere, officials wa

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May 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Bebe Rexha’s fresh start and a song that topped the charts

The singer Bebe Rexha once worked with a big label for over a decade, but early this year she chose a different path. After parting ways with Warner Records in January 2025, she released “New Religion” with Faithless and quickly saw the track hit number one on Billboard’s Dance charts. The moment fe

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May 06 2026BUSINESS

Norbit Unveils Q1 2026 Results in Oslo

Norbit ASA is set to reveal its first‑quarter 2026 performance on May 13, with the announcement taking place in Oslo and live online. The company will post its interim report and slide deck early on the morning of May 13, accessible from its website and the Euronext Oslo news portal. Executive

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May 06 2026HEALTH

Rising Outbreaks, Rising Risks: How COVID‑19 Heightened Violence Against Women and Girls

Recent global health crises, driven by climate change, rapid city growth, and shifting landscapes, have forced governments to take emergency actions that can unintentionally raise the danger of violence toward women and girls. A comprehensive review examined how any outbreak, especially COVID‑19, ha

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May 06 2026HEALTH

Fast‑Food Choices and Student Identity

Many college women pick fast food because it is quick and cheap. Their daily schedules are packed, so grabbing a meal on the go feels natural. However, eating too often from fast‑food outlets can harm health if it replaces balanced meals. Researchers looked at 385 female students in Egypt t

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May 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Hasbro Shifts HQ to West Hollywood for New Creative Hub

Hasbro is moving its entertainment team of about 100 people to a new office in West Hollywood next year. The company will occupy more than 31, 000 square feet on the third and part of the fourth floor of The Lot at Formosa. This location is part of a larger campus that already hosts other entertainm

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May 06 2026POLITICS

New Zealand Adds Citizenship Test for New Residents

Starting in 2027, people who want to become citizens of New Zealand will have to pass a new test. The exam will be held face‑to‑face and will contain 20 multiple‑choice questions written in English. Applicants must answer at least 15 correctly to qualify. The questions will cover a range of topics.

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