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May 06 2026BUSINESS

Why the sudden crackdown on sneaky express lane moves?

Drivers on I-25 between Berthoud and Fort Collins have a new reason to watch the road markings closely. Starting this week, cameras and sensors are scanning for anyone cutting in or out of express lanes where solid lines block the way. The goal is to cut down on sudden lane changes that can cause pi

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May 03 2026LIFESTYLE

A Glimpse of Athens: Luxury at Hotel Grande Bretagne

Perched in Syntagma Square, the Grande Bretagne overlooks Athens’ political heart. The hotel’s location isn’t just convenient—it’s steeped in history. The square itself was renamed in 1843 after Greece’s first constitution, a reminder of the city’s resilience. From many rooms, guests can watch the C

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May 02 2026POLITICS

A doctor who speaks her mind and a new pick for surgeon general

Dr. Nicole Saphier has been chosen by the Trump administration to become the next U. S. surgeon general, a role that comes with the power to issue public health warnings. Unlike her predecessor, Dr. Casey Means, who faced strong opposition in Senate hearings over her lack of experience and controver

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

Peru’s runoff race tightens as Fujimori and Sanchez stay neck and neck

Peru’s upcoming presidential runoff is shaping up to be a nail-biter. Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori and leftist rival Roberto Sanchez are locked in a tie at 38% each, according to the latest Ipsos Peru poll. The vote count has dragged on since the first round, fueling accusations of foul play

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Apr 24 2026EDUCATION

South Carolina’s top teacher teaches science—and life lessons

Dr. Christie Palladino didn’t set out to win awards. She started as a doctor fixing hearts and delivering babies. Then she switched to classrooms, where she now shapes young minds instead of presiding over them. This week, the state named her South Carolina’s Teacher of the Year for 2027. The announ

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

What’s Holding Up Peru’s Election Results?

Peru’s presidential race is stuck in limbo after thousands of ballots got challenged right after voting ended on April 12. About 6% of polling places—covering over a million votes—had problems like missing signatures or messy tally sheets, forcing officials to double-check each one in public. This r

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Healthcare Sticker Shock: Why New Drugs Cost So Much, Even with Price Talks

Drug prices have been climbing again, even after some big promises about keeping costs down. A recent Senate report dug into how companies that struck deals with the White House still hiked prices on hundreds of medications. And the numbers are shocking: new drugs often launch with price tags over $

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Why Peru’s Election Count Is Stirring Up More Than Just Votes

Peru’s presidential race is stuck in a messy middle ground. The vote count is crawling, accusations of mistakes are flying, and the person in charge of running the election is facing calls to resign. Piero Corvetto, head of Peru’s electoral office, has become the center of controversy after logistic

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Peru’s Election: A Messy Race for a Nation on Edge

Peru’s next president will be chosen on Sunday, but voters are heading to the polls with little enthusiasm. Thirty-plus candidates are running, none close to the 50% needed to win outright, so a runoff on June 7 seems almost certain. Behind the crowded field lies years of political chaos—eight presi

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Apr 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

What’s in store for Colorado’s weather this week?

Dry air and strong winds are returning to southern Colorado today, putting the region under a fire risk alert from morning until evening. Gusts could hit 45 mph, while temperatures climb into the 70s or low 80s near the Front Range and eastern plains. Higher areas will stay cooler, mostly in the 60s

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