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May 02 2026HEALTH

Alzheimer’s Treatment: Why Science Alone Isn’t Enough

Researchers have spent years chasing a cure for Alzheimer’s, focusing on how proteins called amyloid clump together in the brain. Back in the 1990s, scientists, including one leading expert, realized that these clumps might harm brain cells and trigger inflammation. At first, they thought fixing thi

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May 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Rings Get Smarter: Tracking Hormones Like Never Before

For years, wearable tech focused mostly on steps and heart rate. Now a popular smart ring is changing the game by adding hormone tracking to its list of features. Two big updates—one for birth control users and another for those going through menopause—are rolling out soon. The goal? To help people

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May 02 2026HEALTH

Smarter Skincare and Wellness Tools to Use at Home

People now have small, portable devices that bring professional-level skin and body care into their homes. These gadgets use light, gentle electric currents, and heat to target issues like hair loss, wrinkles, stiff joints, and unwanted hair. Each device works in short sessions—often just 10 minutes

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May 02 2026LIFESTYLE

Life on the Valiant Lady: A Look Inside Virgin Voyages' Floating Playground

The Valiant Lady isn’t your typical cruise ship. With 1, 408 cabins spread across 17 decks, it packs plenty of space into its 912-foot frame. A mid-tier balcony cabin—just 225 square feet but cleverly designed—showed how small areas can feel spacious with smart storage and a private hammock. The shi

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May 02 2026HEALTH

Games and Mental Health: Experts Split on Digital Therapy Options

Therapists today face a tough call when it comes to using video games to help patients. Some see them as a fresh tool to reduce stress or teach coping skills. Others worry games might do more harm than good, especially if players get too caught up. This mixed reaction makes it hard for new game-base

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May 02 2026HEALTH

Rare liver tumor in teens: What you need to know

A 17-year-old girl walked into a hospital for a routine check-up, only to find out she had a rare liver tumor. The discovery shocked her family at first, but doctors quickly got to work. They found a single, well-defined growth in the right side of her liver. Inside this growth were some dead cells

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May 01 2026SPORTS

Prime Video Teams Up With Duke for Big‑Game Streaming

Amazon’s Prime Video is stepping into the world of college basketball by signing a multi‑year deal with Duke University. The agreement will bring three high‑profile neutral‑site games each season to the streaming platform, marking Prime Video’s first foray into college sports after previously airing

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May 01 2026SCIENCE

Rice Straw Nanoparticles Boost Polyurethane Films for Safer Packaging

The project starts with rice straw, a waste product that scientists turn into tiny particles. By mixing these particles with zinc and lignin—two natural substances—they create a new material called Zn‑LSF. Next, the team embeds this hybrid into a common plastic known as polyurethane. They test se

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May 01 2026HEALTH

Longevity Myths: Three Ways People Go Wrong

People often chase fancy diets, endless supplements, and strict exercise plans in the name of living longer. Experts say these tricks can backfire if taken to extremes, so it’s better to focus on simple habits that keep both body and mind healthy. The first mistake is going too far. Tracking ever

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May 01 2026CELEBRITIES

Royal Visit Turns New York Library Into Celebrity Hub

The British royal couple arrived in Manhattan on April 29, a day that marked the 250th anniversary of American independence. The trip was part of a four‑day tour of the United States, and the first time a monarch had visited New York City since 2010. They began their day at the National September

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