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May 11 2026POLITICS

South Carolina’s Budget Battles: When College Funding Becomes a Pawn in Politics

Lawmakers in South Carolina aren’t just making headlines—they’re playing a risky game with the state’s money. A group of Republican politicians recently pushed to cut all funding for South Carolina State University, a historically Black college, after the school withdrew an invitation for Lt. Gov. P

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May 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

WWE Backlash shows what wrestling fans should expect next

Backlash delivered exactly what wrestling needs when big shows fall short. While WrestleMania sometimes struggles to keep up quality, this smaller event brought sharp action and moved important storylines forward. Two rising stars won matches, another performer grew stronger despite losing, and a ne

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May 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Shopping in VR: When Less Really Means More

Using virtual reality for shopping is becoming a big trend. Stores and designers love the idea of creating lifelike spaces online, but pushing for super realistic scenes might actually make things harder for shoppers. A simpler setup could help people focus better on what matters—picking out product

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May 11 2026POLITICS

Armenia under fire for hosting Zelenskiy amid Russia’s growing tensions

Russia has sharply criticized Armenia for allowing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to speak in Yerevan last week. During his visit, Zelenskiy warned that Russian leaders might face drone threats over Red Square during Moscow’s Victory Day parade on May 9—a claim Moscow dismissed as reckless.

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May 11 2026EDUCATION

What Oregon’s education debate misses about the real classroom priorities

When local schools in Oregon grab headlines, the conversation often zooms in on union politics first. Two recent pages worth of reporting dug deep into disputes among teachers’ groups, quoting officials about budgets and contracts. But here’s the odd part—nowhere in those long discussions did anyone

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May 11 2026EDUCATION

AI in the Classroom: A Tool, Not a Threat

Writing has always been a tough skill to master. For years, teachers have tried different ways to help students get better at it. Some still think writing by hand is the best method. Others worry that tools like keyboards or AI might make things worse. But here’s the thing: technology isn’t going aw

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May 11 2026HEALTH

How ICU nurses rank their biggest workplace struggles

ICU nurses deal with unique challenges every day. A study in Iran asked fourteen experienced ICU nurses to share the biggest barriers they face at work. The nurses pointed to eighteen main issues, which were grouped into five areas: the physical space, the tools they use, the tasks they perform, the

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May 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Alphabet’s AI Push Could Make It Top Tech Giant

Over the last year, Alphabet has quietly built a strong lead in artificial intelligence, covering everything from cloud computing to research. Now, it’s close to passing Nvidia as the world’s most valuable company. This shift shows how AI isn’t just changing tech—it’s reshaping which firms come out

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May 11 2026SPORTS

Meet Kristoffer Reitan: His sister’s quiet rise in golf

Kristoffer Reitan is best known for his own golf trophies, but his sister has quietly built a career behind the scenes that many fans overlook. While Kristoffer swings clubs on the spotlight stage, his sibling has focused on shaping how golf is covered and shared with the world. Instead of chasing c

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May 11 2026BUSINESS

Mismanagement and greed sank a Minnesota nonprofit

A Minnesota charity that once pulled in millions from government contracts collapsed after its leaders allegedly used donations to live like millionaires. Instead of helping the community, they spent over $6. 5 million on personal luxuries—like high-end cars, vacations, and even a private liquor sto

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