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May 12 2026EDUCATION

How university students balance feelings and faith

Many people believe smart feelings and deep beliefs help students handle tough classes better. Studies show that students who understand their emotions and care about meaning in life tend to do well in school and stay healthy. Yet most research looks at these two ideas separately. When students kno

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May 12 2026POLITICS

California’s Political Shake-ups: Where Money and Power Clash

A billionaire with a finance background is shaking up California’s governor race, winning support from a group that typically opposes big money in politics. The Democratic Socialists of America, known for fighting wealth inequality, endorsed a former Goldman Sachs worker who built a fortune through

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May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Behind the scenes: New leadership shaping Hollywood's favorite magazine

A fresh face now leads one of entertainment media’s most watched outlets, giving a local writer a major career boost. The new senior editor joined the team years ago, starting with basic TV reviews before moving up. His big break came from profiling A-list stars like Tina Fey and Steve Martin, work

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May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities born in mid-May: a mix of legends and rising stars

Mid-May brings birthdays for everyone from rock stars to TV icons. Some names are familiar from big screens or hit shows, while others are known for music that shaped decades. The list includes actors who’ve played everything from doctors to detectives, singers who topped charts in the '80s and '90s

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May 11 2026POLITICS

California’s Governor Race Gets a Fresh Spin

The upcoming election in California feels like a breath of fresh air for voters tired of high prices, soaring housing costs and political fatigue. While the state grapples with rising gas and living expenses, the gubernatorial race has finally stepped out of its dull routine. Unlike past contests

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May 11 2026HEALTH

Celebrating Moms: What We Do and What We Miss

The U. S. plans to honor mothers on a single day, yet the rest of the year can feel less supportive. A survey shows that 88 % of Americans intend to mark Mother’s Day, with many buying gifts or planning parties. Roughly half will give flowers, and a third will send cards. The average gift costs abou

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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 2026POLITICS

Why American politics keeps swinging back and forth like a pendulum

Politics in the U. S. has turned into a nonstop seesaw ride. Since 2000, power has switched parties in 11 of the last 13 major elections. Before that, full reversals happened only 5 times in the final 13 elections of the 1900s. The causes run deeper than who sits in the Oval Office. Rising inequalit

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May 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Digital tools and older adults: what do they really think?

As people live longer, more daily tasks—from banking to doctor visits—are moving online. But many older adults face challenges keeping up with these changes. A recent look into their experiences shows mixed feelings about digital services. Some see them as helpful tools that make life easier. Others

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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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