Sunday, May 3, 2026

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Health struggles of jailed Iranian activist spark urgent calls for action

May 3, 2026

A Heart Under Siege Narges Mohammadi, Iran’s fearless human rights advocate, is fighting for her life behind prison walls. Her family’s organization has issued a dire warning: she recently suffered a severe heart crisis, collapsing multiple times in rapid succession. Prison officials, forced into ...

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Science Basics: How Facts Beat Fakes in Health

May 3, 2026

The world of health often feels like a maze filled with confusing claims. Many people think that if something sounds “magic,” it must be true, but science shows us a clearer path. When we look at what keeps our bodies safe, the evidence comes from careful steps that scientists follow every day. Thes...

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New CEO Faces Big Test at Berkshire’s Annual Shareholder Meeting

May 3, 2026

Greg Abel, 63, stepped onto the stage after taking over as CEO last January. He welcomed the company’s top leaders and unveiled a banner honoring Warren Buffett, who had steered the firm for 60 years. Buffett sat in the front row while Abel and other executives discussed Berkshire’s businesses and ...

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Big Power Company Gets Legal Breathing Room in Wildfire Cases

May 3, 2026

A Legal Earthquake for Wildfire Litigation A seismic shift in wildfire liability law has just rocked the energy sector. In a ruling that defied expectations, an Oregon court delivered a knockout punch to wildfire victims’ hopes of collective justice—no more mass lawsuits. Instead, each case must n...

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Running for Wellness: How New Yorkers Are Using Movement to Boost Mental Health

May 3, 2026

Every May, cities across the U.S. shine a spotlight on mental health—but New York is taking it a step further. This year, a local running collective didn’t just raise awareness; they reimagined it entirely. A Race with a Purpose What started as a typical 5K in Queens became a movement. Alongside ...

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Girls Track Teams Shine in Weekend Invitational Meets

May 3, 2026

Girls' Team Dominates at Glenbard North Invitational Downers Grove North’s girls' track team stepped up big time this weekend, securing first place at Glenbard North’s invitational with a commanding 47-point lead over Lockport. Their athletes delivered stellar performances across multiple events: ...

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Stablecoin rewards rules shake up US crypto market plans

May 3, 2026

The U.S. government just dropped a fresh rewrite of the rules governing how interest is paid on digital dollars—better known as stablecoins—and the crypto world is holding its breath. Two senators merged banking pressures with protections for real-world crypto use, but the new line between "useful r...

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Celebrity Crowd Lights Up Kentucky Derby

May 3, 2026

The 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby turned into a star‑filled spectacle, with athletes, musicians and internet personalities lining the grandstands at Churchill Downs. Diverse Crowd From former NFL stars to pop singers and social media influencers, the attendees added their own flair to th...