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May 07 2026POLITICS

Citi Bike age checks: why facial recognition raises alarms

The city wants Lyft to skip facial recognition when checking Citi Bike riders’ ages. Instead of trusting a system that scans faces, officials worry about hackers stealing that data. Young riders, in particular, could be left exposed if a database gets breached. City Hall also points to studies showi

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May 07 2026SPORTS

A young player’s growth despite tough coaching

Ismael Kone’s rise in European football proves that talent can overcome poor mentorship. The 21-year-old midfielder, now shining for Sassuolo in Serie A, faced harsh treatment under Roberto De Zerbi during their time together at Olympique Marseille. De Zerbi’s tough methods included public humiliati

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May 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Big tech buildings spark debate in Virginia's energy debate

Across Virginia, giant tech buildings are popping up everywhere. These aren't regular office towers. They're massive data centers packed with servers running 24/7, needing constant cooling and power. Why is one small state home to the world's biggest data center cluster? Simple: Virginia offers chea

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May 07 2026HEALTH

New vape rules aim to balance adult access with youth protection

The U. S. government recently took a sharp turn from its long fight against flavored vapes. For years, officials worked hard to block fruit and candy flavors, arguing they hook young users. Now, suddenly, the same agency that once banned over a million flavors has greenlit four new ones—all aimed at

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May 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Small towns throw the best Mother's Day parties you never knew you needed

Mother's Day doesn't have to mean the same old brunch or a single boring activity. Small towns like St. Cloud prove that by packing weekends with options that actually feel special. Imagine walking into a space where live music plays while kids giggle over baby goats. Or stepping into a world where

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May 07 2026HEALTH

Condoms Matter for Ugandan Teens Living with HIV

Around the world, young people face tough choices when it comes to protecting their health. In Eastern Uganda, one of the biggest worries for teens living with HIV is spreading the virus or catching a resistant strain. Even though condoms are known to block transmission, many of these teens still sk

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May 07 2026POLITICS

City Voters Sound Off: Big Problems Seen in Costs and More

New York City residents are clearly unhappy with how things are going in the country these days. A recent survey shows that over six in ten voters think the nation is on the wrong track, especially when it comes to rising costs, AI in daily life, America’s global standing, immigration rules, and pro

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May 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

Utah AI Hub Faces Big Debate Over Environment

Kevin O’Leary says he is the only data‑center builder who studied environmental science. He argues that criticism of his Utah AI project is too harsh, even though people worry about gas use, water needs and local wildlife. The project will cover 40, 000 acres in Box Elder County and could use up

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May 06 2026FINANCE

Data Center Powerhouse: Why CRDO Is Worth Watching

Credo Technology Group holds a key spot in the world of data centers, delivering fast data transfer that big cloud services rely on. The company’s earnings are tied to long‑term contracts from mega‑cap firms building out AI infrastructure. These big names keep paying for reliable data paths, g

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May 06 2026HEALTH

Fruit‑Flavored Vapes Get FDA OK After Long Wait

The U. S. Food and Drug Administration has finally cleared fruit‑tasting e‑cigarettes for sale, a first in the country. The decision clears pods from Glas Inc. , a Los Angeles company that employs age‑verification tech to keep young people out. The flavors include mango, blueberry and two menthol op

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