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May 11 2026POLITICS

What’s really driving crypto policy debates ahead of 2026

A possible deadline loomed over Consensus Miami this week: July 4 could mark the arrival of the Clarity Act, if lawmakers move fast enough. A White House adviser laid out a tight schedule—Senate meetings, House votes, and presidential approval—all within weeks. But timing isn’t the only issue; Senat

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May 11 2026BUSINESS

Smart moves to keep small business taxes simple

Around nine months before taxes are due, many small business owners scramble to file. Over 30% of partnerships push their deadlines into fall, but this habit can backfire. Waiting until the last quarter makes cash flow unpredictable and can turn away lenders who want up-to-date financial records. T

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May 11 2026HEALTH

Why people wait too long to get help for bed sores

Many patients ignore pressure injuries, better known as bed sores, until they become serious. A small study asked 18 adults or their carers why they delayed seeing a doctor. The interviews revealed four key factors: whether the person understood the injury, how much support they had at home, if they

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May 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The comedian and his family face a tough journey after loss

Martin Short, known for his humor on screen, recently opened up about his daughter’s death, showing how grief touches even those who spend their lives making people laugh. Katherine Short passed away at 42 in February after struggling with mental health for years. Her father spoke about the family’s

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May 11 2026CRIME

Neighbors Woke Up to Police in Their Driveways After Night of Gunfire

Police were already on high alert when the first call came in at 10:30 p. m. on a Saturday night. Someone nearby reported hearing gunfire in North Fair Oaks, an area near San Francisco with a mix of families and quiet streets. Officers arrived to find 34-year-old Jose Gayton, a man undergoing what w

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May 11 2026SPORTS

How a small Buffalo fan group hijacked the playoff spotlight

Ten hockey fans from South Buffalo didn't just show up for the first round of the playoffs—they turned the whole thing into their personal stage. Bonding over their love for the Sabres, they started calling themselves the Blade Gang. Their high-energy antics caught the attention of fans nationwide,

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May 11 2026CRIME

Safety Gaps Lead to Teen’s Attack in NYC

A 16-year-old girl from Long Island trusted an Uber ride to meet someone she had been chatting with online since January. That person turned out to be Ralfy Figueroa, a 26-year-old with a history of crimes. Figueroa had just finished a program meant to help young offenders avoid prison instead of se

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May 10 2026SCIENCE

Mountain Fish Genomes Reveal How Extra DNA Helps Survive High Altitudes

A new study shows how a mountain fish called Schizothorax nukiangensis has extra copies of its genes that let it thrive in fast‑moving, low‑oxygen rivers. Scientists first measured the fish’s DNA size and chromosome number. They found 100 chromosomes arranged in 25 matching pairs, meaning the fis

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May 10 2026HEALTH

Passengers Evacuated From Hantavirus‑Affected Ship in Tenerife

The World Health Organization’s chief stepped onto Tenerife to calm locals about a cruise ship carrying more than 140 people that had a hantavirus case on board. He reminded the islanders that this situation is not like COVID‑19 and that the risk of spread remains low. No one on the vessel was showi

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May 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Sister’s Viral Post Sparks Debate Over Political Rhetoric

Alana, the younger sister of famous model Gigi Hadid, recently posted a short Instagram clip that quickly drew attention. In the video she dances while a voiceover repeats the word “girl” over a background tune, and her caption asks what people ate for lunch. The clip was posted while news circulate

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