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May 06 2026HEALTH

Easy Check for Face‑Recognition Problems

People often use famous faces to see if someone can spot them. This helps find prosopagnosia, a condition where people miss familiar faces. Recently, tests that use unfamiliar faces became popular because they are quick and can be done online. However, skipping famous‑face tests might change what w

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May 06 2026HEALTH

School Bug Alert: Parents Told to Check Homes for Bed Bugs

A school in Michigan has been dealing with bed bugs for over two weeks now. The bugs first showed up in the school’s media center on April 23. Later, one was found on a student in a classroom on May 1. By May 4, three more bugs were spotted on a classroom floor. Instead of shutting down the school,

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May 06 2026LIFESTYLE

Local flavors and live beats bring a town together

On a sunny April afternoon, a small but lively gathering took place behind the medical center’s main building. Gray smoke from slow-cooked meat curled upward as people carried paper plates and plastic cups between picnic tables. Unlike big-city festivals with flashy booths, this event felt like a lo

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May 05 2026ENVIRONMENT

Melco’s 2025 Green Goals: A Fresh Look at Progress

The company that runs popular resorts in Macau, the Philippines and Europe has released a new sustainability report for 2025. The title “RISE to Go Above & Beyond” signals a shift from talking about goals to showing real action. In the report, the CEO explains that sustainability is no longer a s

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May 05 2026POLITICS

UK Leaders Unite to Counter Rising Anti‑Jewish Hate

The British Prime Minister has called a meeting of top figures from business, education, health and policing to address the surge in antisemitic attacks that have left Jewish communities shaken. The plan comes after a series of stabbings, including two fatal incidents, and follows the government’s d

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May 05 2026SPORTS

Top High School Runner Shines in Ann Arbor Spring Sports Poll

Damani Gordon isn't just another name on Ypsilanti Lincoln High's track roster - he's the standout junior who dominated this year's spring sports voting in the Ann Arbor area. With over a third of all ballots cast in his favor, he claimed the top junior athlete spot for the 2026 spring season. His w

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May 05 2026EDUCATION

A Quiet Corner on Campus for Mental Health Support

Baton Rouge Community College just opened a new mental health hub called The Safe Space. It’s a spot where students can take a break from stress, talk to counselors, or just relax. The college turned an old student life office into this welcoming area, complete with a meditation room and cozy pods f

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May 05 2026POLITICS

One in a dozen: How San Diego County might pay for bigger services

San Diego County could soon ask its residents to pay a little more at the cash register to fund services that many agree are stretched thin. Volunteers backing a half-cent sales-tax boost just delivered 151, 000 signatures—far more than the 103, 000 needed to land the question on the November ballot

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May 05 2026BUSINESS

A New Spot for Relaxation Arrives in Canal Park

Duluth’s downtown just got a fresh spot for people looking to unwind. The Lighthouse Spa & Boutique opened its doors in Canal Park, offering a full day spa experience where locals can relax and recharge. Two of the co-owners previously worked at another spa in the area but wanted to create something

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May 05 2026HEALTH

Understanding online health communities for women: Why peer support matters more than we think

Many women dealing with conditions like PCOS or endometriosis feel ignored or misunderstood by doctors. Since traditional healthcare often fails them, these women turn to online spaces like Reddit for advice. These forums act as support networks, but they aren’t always designed well. Most of them ju

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