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May 17 2026HEALTH

Casual Sex and Drinking: What’s Really at Risk?

Not everyone enjoys the same kind of fun when it comes to dating. Some people prefer serious relationships, while others like keeping things casual. New research digs into how these different styles relate to risky behavior like drinking too much or having sex without protection. The findings sugges

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May 17 2026POLITICS

U. S. and Nigerian forces take out ISIS leader hiding in Africa

A high-stakes operation in Africa last week removed one of the world\'s most wanted terrorists from the battlefield. Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, who sat just below ISIS\'s top leader, was killed in a joint strike carried out by American troops and Nigerian soldiers. The mission, described as carefully plan

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May 17 2026POLITICS

A local parent steps up for Bloomfield schools

Bloomfield voters have a quick decision to make this May. On the 19th, they’ll pick one new person for the school board to fill a five-year spot that pays nothing. One name appears on the ballot—Steele—but that doesn’t mean the vote is pointless. The polling place, a large classroom at the middle-h

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May 17 2026EDUCATION

A Day Where Goals Matter More Than Limits

On a Thursday morning in Staten Island, a school gym buzzed with over a hundred people, all there for the same reason—finding ways to help kids with disabilities reach their full potential. The event wasn’t just another school gathering. It was a space where parents, teachers, and students explored

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May 17 2026SPORTS

Rain forces Indy 500 qualifying to take a different route

Saturday’s rain in Indianapolis didn’t just dampen the ground—it soaked the entire first day of Indy 500 qualifying, a rare event last seen in 2008. Instead of the usual qualifying battles, teams faced empty garages and empty stands while waiting for hours just to see if the track would dry. Now the

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May 17 2026WEATHER

Why this week’s weather feels like a mood swing

This week’s weather pattern reads like a seasonal mood ring—changing fast and not always pleasant. Tonight stays unusually warm for a spring evening, with clouds rolling in and temperatures refusing to dip below the mid-60s. It’s the kind of night that might make you question if winter ever left. T

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May 17 2026WEATHER

A Great Day to Work Outside, But Storms May Follow

This weekend in Wisconsin’s Chippewa Valley starts with clear skies and warm temperatures—a perfect excuse to finally drag out the lawnmower or clean up the garden. With a dry breeze coming from Canada, today feels like summer arrived early. The air won’t feel sticky, and the sun should stick around

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May 17 2026BUSINESS

Easier Farm Trade Between China and the US?

China and the US have agreed to make it cheaper and simpler to buy and sell farm products between the two countries. This news came after leaders from both nations met in Beijing recently. The goal is to lower taxes on certain goods and solve old problems that have slowed down trade for years. Even

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May 17 2026BUSINESS

UAE walks away from OPEC to boost oil output

The United Arab Emirates has decided to leave OPEC, the global oil producers' club, but insists money—not politics—drove the move. The country now plans to raise its oil production from about 3 to 3. 5 million barrels per day up to 5 million by next year. Officials say the choice was made after chec

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May 17 2026ENVIRONMENT

Public Lands in Montana: Who Really Benefits?

Montana’s open spaces, forests, and wildlife belong to everyone—not just a few. Yet state leaders keep pushing to sell or lease these shared treasures to the highest bidder. These moves often favor short-term profits over long-term health, ignoring the fact that public lands support local jobs in to

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