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May 13 2026OPINION

Gas taxes in the spotlight as prices climb and budgets shrink

Governments worldwide are cutting fuel taxes to ease pain at the pump, but critics warn these quick fixes could backfire. Temporary breaks in gas taxes, seen in some U. S. states and European nations, might sound like good news for drivers but they shrink funds for roads and bridges. That money gap

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May 13 2026CRYPTO

Binance’s top marketer moves on after shaping the crypto giant’s brand

The woman leading Binance’s push to make crypto feel mainstream has decided to step back. After just nine months in the role, the company’s chief marketing officer is leaving at the end of June, closing a brief but notable chapter in the exchange’s history. Her exit comes as the broader crypto marke

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May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Behind the Playboy Mansion’s shiny walls

The Playboy Mansion used to be seen as a dream home for young women starting in the modeling world. But for Holly Madison, who moved in around 2001, it turned out to be a strange and uncomfortable place. She recently spoke about her time there, describing how the mansion felt more like a cult than a

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May 12 2026SCIENCE

The Moon through new lenses: what Artemis astronauts discovered beyond the backyard view

Most people see the Moon as a gray rock hanging in the sky. But four astronauts just spent ten days looking at it from a hundred miles away—and returned with stories that surprised even the scientists who trained them. Instead of seeing a flat, colorless surface, the crew noticed subtle browns, gree

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May 12 2026HEALTH

Tracking a rare virus: How one flight and a cruise ship sparked a health alert

A Sacramento County resident is now under health watch after possibly picking up the Andes hantavirus on a flight linked to a cruise ship outbreak. The virus, which can pass between people, has already caused three deaths on the MV Hondius, a Dutch cruise ship. Officials say the infected passenger o

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May 12 2026POLITICS

Public schools vs. private school funding: should taxpayers pay for faith-based learning?

Some people get upset when they see their tax money going toward private schools. Why? Because many private schools teach religion as part of their lessons. In places like Louisiana, a new program uses taxpayer funds for private education. That means money from regular schools, libraries, and even p

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May 12 2026CRYPTO

Can XRP still climb despite recent struggles?

XRP has been stuck in a sideways pattern since February, bouncing between support and resistance levels. Every attempt to push higher keeps failing, leaving traders confused about the next move. Instead of breaking out, the coin is now testing old support zones that held strong before. Volume spiked

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May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Series and Old Favorites Land on Netflix’s Weekly Picks

Netflix’s latest updates bring a mix of fresh content and returning favorites. A crime thriller that came out months ago is still climbing the charts, even beating older favorites. Critics loved it so much they gave it a rare perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes. If you enjoy stories where nothing is as

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May 12 2026EDUCATION

Exploring Detroit in a Giant Cardboard Maze

The Michigan Science Center is turning a fourth-floor gallery into something unusual—a life-sized cardboard maze inspired by Detroit’s neighborhoods and landmarks. Opening in early May, the exhibit isn’t just a fun challenge; it’s a creative way to blend art, engineering, and local pride. Built enti

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May 11 2026SPORTS

Knicks Sweep Sixers, Fans in Different Mood

The Knicks delivered a decisive blow to the Philadelphia Sixers, ending their run in the Eastern Conference Semifinals with a 144‑114 victory. The game was played at Xfinity Mobile Arena, where the crowd’s energy shifted quickly from hopeful to disappointed. Fans in orange and blue filled the con

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