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May 26 2026POLITICS

State lawmakers and suicide discussions online: what’s really being said?

State lawmakers in the U. S. are posting more often about their work online, and some of those posts touch on sensitive topics like suicide. Given how common suicide is as a cause of death here, these discussions could matter more than many realize. But what exactly are legislators saying about it?

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May 26 2026POLITICS

Serbia’s leader boosts China ties amid unrest at home

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić wrapped up a five-day visit to Beijing this week, just as thousands of opponents took to the streets of Belgrade demanding change. While Vučić signed over 20 deals with Chinese leaders covering everything from trade to education, back home police clashed with prote

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May 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Privacy-friendly AI predictions for shared sensitive data

Two companies want to team up. One holds private data shaped like a network: hospitals see how diseases spread, banks track transaction patterns. The other has a secret AI model that makes sense of such data to predict risks or trends. But neither can share their secrets directly—client privacy rule

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May 26 2026CRYPTO

Indonesia cracks down on crypto prediction platforms like Polymarket

Indonesia has taken a firm stand against online prediction markets, specifically targeting Polymarket, which lets users bet on events like elections and sports using cryptocurrency. The government argues that these platforms operate like online gambling, which is illegal in the country. Instead of f

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May 26 2026HEALTH

Why women in their middle years need better heart health plans

Heart disease kills more women than any other condition. The risks don't just come from age—they get worse during menopause when hormones shift. A new study looks at how small lifestyle changes might help lower these dangers before they become serious problems. Researchers want to test a program tha

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May 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The Bible series that changed how people see faith-based shows

A few years ago, many Sunday school teachers faced a problem: where to find decent videos about Bible stories. Most options looked outdated, with low budgets and even lower effort—think visible zippers on ancient robes. Then came a show that broke the mold. Instead of stiff, angelic figures, it brou

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May 26 2026BUSINESS

Small-town coffee shop finds roots in local love

A Sherrard coffee trailer that started serving drinks in August 2024 just planted itself permanently down the street. Brews Energy moved from its mobile setup to a small storefront at 410 Third St. , Suite B, where it now offers both hot coffee and energy drinks under one roof. The change came with

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May 25 2026EDUCATION

Learning to Be Present: A Lesson From a Hospital Room

In college, the rhythm is almost always “add. ” More classes, more clubs, extra projects—every slot in a schedule is an opportunity to fill. The sense of success feels tied to how packed the week is, how many new skills you can list on a résumé. Busy becomes a badge of honor. A chance to step away

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May 25 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Health Check: A Closer Look at the Questions and Concerns

The 80‑year‑old former president is set to visit Walter Reed National Military Medical Center again, raising fresh doubts about his fitness for office. This latest trip follows a pattern of regular visits that have become almost ritualistic for U. S. leaders, but Trump’s case is different because hi

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May 25 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Gains as Iran and U. S. Near Peace Talks

Bitcoin rose 1. 6 % to about $77, 500 after chatter grew that a U. S. –Iran agreement could be signed soon. The price jump followed a surge in betting markets that now give the deal a 37 % chance this month, up from roughly 14 % earlier in the week. Traders on a prediction platform moved total

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