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May 19 2026EDUCATION

A New Chapter Begins for a Political Science PhD

Jake Shaw, who earned his doctorate in political science from the University of Missouri–St. Louis last spring, is set to start a tenure‑track assistant professor role at DePauw University in Indiana this August. The transition from graduate student to faculty member marks a significant milestone in

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May 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

Simple Wedding Tech: No‑Code Invite Builder Lets Couples Save Time

Wedding plans can feel like a maze, but new software turns the map into a straight line. A Spanish startup has released an online tool that lets anyone design a wedding website in minutes, with no coding or design tricks needed. The interface shows the final look as you type, so there are no surpris

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May 19 2026SPORTS

Patriots Eye Trade Options for Kayshon Boutte After A. J. Brown Rumors

The Patriots are rethinking their wide‑receiver lineup as talk of A. J. Brown’s arrival grows louder. Boutte, who logged 33 catches for 551 yards and six scores last season, has not attended the team’s voluntary workouts. Reports say he is training independently outside of Foxborough. When ask

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May 19 2026SPORTS

Affordable Power: New $80 Rods That Don’t Break the Bank

Academy Sports has rolled out three fresh rod lines—Carbon, Factor, and Angler—under its H2OX brand. The Carbon series, in particular, offers a stylish look with wrapped‑carbon handles and cork grips, but the real appeal is performance. These rods promise a feel that rivals much pricier models. T

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May 19 2026POLITICS

Vaccine Panel Charter Pulled Back Over Timing Slip

The U. S. health department has taken back a new charter for an important vaccine advisory group, saying the change was made too late under federal rules. The panel, which gives advice to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about how vaccines are used across the country, had just received

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May 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Highlander Mystery Solved: Jamie Fraser’s Ghost Revealed

The final episode of the series finally answers a question that has lingered since the very first show. A ghostly Highlander, seen in early flashbacks watching Claire, is actually Jamie Fraser himself, played by Sam Heughan. The showrunner explained that the footage mixes old and new material; the g

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May 19 2026BUSINESS

Big TV Deals Hit Best Buy Before Memorial Day

Best Buy is rolling out hefty price cuts on popular TV brands just in time for the long weekend. The offers target big‑screen models from Samsung, Insignia and LG, drawing shoppers who want a fresh viewing experience without breaking the bank. Samsung’s 65‑inch UHD smart set is trimmed by abou

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May 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

Disney Faces Lawsuit Over Secret Face‑Scanning at Theme Parks

A lawsuit filed in a California federal court accuses Disney of using facial‑recognition cameras at Disneyland and its sister park, California Adventure, without proper disclosure. The company’s system captures visitors’ faces as they enter and matches the images with those taken when tickets or ann

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May 19 2026POLITICS

Parents Face New Charges Over Teen Trouble

In Washington, D. C. , a new policy says parents can be held responsible if they help their kids break the law. The change is part of a tougher approach to teen crime that started on Friday when federal officials announced they would actively pursue parents under the city’s curfew rules. The l

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May 19 2026CRIME

Seasonal Crime: How to Stay One Step Ahead

Spring brings warmer days and longer nights, but it also opens a door for petty thieves. The first hint that crime is on the rise comes when people start opening windows, leaving cars unlocked and garages ajar. These small slips give easy targets to opportunists who walk down streets in the earl

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