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May 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Albuquerque Journal Wins 15 Awards in Rocky Mountain Journalism Contest

The Albuquerque Journal earned a total of fifteen honors from the Society of Professional Journalists’ Top of the Rockies competition, which spotlights excellence across New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming and Utah. Five of those were first‑place trophies in categories such as Breaking News Story, Head

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May 03 2026SPORTS

Stroud Speaks Up as Texans Eye His Future

C. J. Stroud has finally broken his silence after a season of doubts and criticism. The young quarterback posted a short video on social media that said “Change is inevitable, Growth is intentional. ” He made the point clear: the responsibility for improvement lies with him and not others. Th

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May 03 2026POLITICS

Judges Get a Climate‑Science Showdown at Nashville

In the middle of a growing legal battle over climate damages, two very different programs are trying to shape how judges think about science. One group, linked to the fossil‑fuel industry and conservative free‑market advocates, is hosting a big symposium in Nashville. The other, called the Climate J

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May 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Future Worlds to Explore in Cyberpunk Manga

The world of cyberpunk feels like a playground for questions about technology, identity, and power. One classic that sparks the conversation is Masamune Shirow’s Ghost in the Shell, set in a buzzing city where cyber‑criminals and government agents clash. Its lead, Major Motoko Kusanagi, is a cyberne

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May 03 2026EDUCATION

Tulsa School Board Keeps Special‑Ed Programs Alive

The Tulsa school board decided not to cut funding for special education after a recent budget proposal. The decision keeps the district’s programs running and supports students who need extra help. The board’s move came after a plan to reduce special‑Ed resources was put forward by district offic

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May 03 2026POLITICS

Media, Hitler Talk and the White House Incident

The recent shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner sparked a debate about how news outlets cover violent events. A commentator said that the media quickly turned the story into a focus on themselves and then shifted to talking about a popular comedian. She warned that journalists sh

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May 03 2026SCIENCE

Psychedelics and the Fight Against Authoritarian Thinking

Research has shown that certain psychedelic drugs can lower people’s tendency to support strict, top‑down authority. However, these studies were small and not always well controlled. Because of that uncertainty, scientists are calling for bigger experiments with stricter designs to see if the eff

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May 03 2026SCIENCE

Hidden worlds in everyday machines surprise scientists

A strange black substance found in a research ship's steering system turned out to be more than just dirt. After a routine algae-tracking mission in the Great Lakes, crew members spotted a tar-like leak coming from the vessel's rudder shaft - the mechanical part that controls steering. Instead of ig

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May 03 2026FINANCE

Real Estate Investments Worth a Second Look

Investing in real estate through REITs can feel like hunting for hidden gems. Some stocks fly under the radar despite strong fundamentals. Two names keep popping up in discussions: one is a major player in office spaces, while the other specializes in industrial properties. Both have shown resilienc

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May 03 2026POLITICS

A court trial in New Mexico could reshape how social media giants operate

For years, public concern has grown about how platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp might affect young users. Now, a trial starting in New Mexico is putting those concerns to the test. Instead of a jury deciding, a judge will hear arguments in Santa Fe to determine if Meta’s apps create a

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