Thursday, May 28, 2026

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U. S. Re‑adds UN Expert to Sanctions List After Court Stay

May 28, 2026

A Controversial Figure at the Center of International Tensions The United States has reinstated sanctions against Francesca Albanese, a U.N. official specializing in Palestinian issues, as announced by the Treasury Department this week. Albanese was originally sanctioned in July 2023 for allegedly...

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Voting for healthcare in Maine: what really matters

May 28, 2026

The Illusion of Personal Politics in a Broken System In Maine, politics often feels intimate—candidates shake hands at high school games, debate in diners, and spar at town meetings. But healthcare isn’t a popularity contest. A candidate’s wit won’t lower a hospital bill. Their charm won’t mend a ...

scienceliberal

New Virus Outbreaks Show How Much We Still Don’t Know

May 28, 2026

markdown Scientists Make Headway Against Ebola, but a New Strain Challenges Assumptions Scientists have made significant progress against Ebola, yet a fresh outbreak in Uganda reveals that the disease is not uniform. The newly identified strain—Bundibugyo virus—differs markedly from the classic...

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High‑School Coders Show Off Their Own Games

May 28, 2026

Canyon High’s computer science class hosted its annual Demo Day during lunch, giving visitors an inside look at the apps and games students crafted throughout the semester. A Capstone Experience Students gathered in Josh Underwood’s classroom to see projects emerging from a capstone program that ...

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Video games in space: When flashy visuals can’t hide weak gameplay

May 28, 2026

```markdown Supermassive’s Directive 8020: A Pretty Package with Hollow Gameplay Supermassive Games has carved a reputation for itself in the horror genre, crafting interactive nightmares where choices ripple through the story—and haunt players when those choices go awry. Titles like Until Dawn...

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Fishing Stories: Art, Culture and the Sea

May 28, 2026

At San Diego’s Mingei International Museum, the water is rising—in more ways than one. -- A Journey Through Time and Tradition Fishing is more than a means of survival—it’s a story woven into human culture, art, and myth. Fishing: The Art of Living Together, the museum’s latest exhibition, invite...

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What Happens When Leaders Stop Chasing Answers and Start Asking Questions?

May 28, 2026

The Machine Age Forces a New Kind of Leadership Leaders today stand at a crossroads. As artificial intelligence takes over routine decisions, the skills we once prized—speed, precision, and control—are no longer enough. In their place, a different kind of intelligence is emerging: the courage to e...

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The Jail Call That Became a Drama

May 28, 2026

20‑year‑old inmate Mackenzie Shirilla is serving two consecutive sentences of 15 years to life at the Ohio Reformatory for Women after a fatal collision in 2022 that claimed her ex‑boyfriend and a friend. Inside the Jail While in Cuyahoga County Jail, she used a phone call with her mother to: Co...

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Minneapolis Police Chief Steps Down After Investigation

May 28, 2026

Brian O'Hara, the city’s police chief, delivered his first public statement through a lawyer after resigning. The message highlighted: His service record and praise for officers who worked hard during challenging times. Lower violent crime numbers and growth in department size under his leaders...

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A Texas bank turns up the heat on Wall Street with crypto-friendly banking

May 28, 2026

A Texas Bank Just Outmaneuvered Wall Street—With Crypto In a move that could redefine how America handles digital money, United Texas Bank (UTB)—a mid-sized regional bank—has quietly rewritten the rules of U.S. finance. In May, it secured a national banking license, granting it the same authority ...

opinionliberal

Law School to Big Law: A Real‑World Lesson in Truth and Storytelling

May 28, 2026

A new lawyer’s first lesson is that the “facts” we present are never neutral. In a courtroom, a brief starts with a list of facts followed by an argument that turns those facts into a narrative. The trick is choosing which details to highlight, the order they appear in, and the words that fram...

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A New Way to Keep Clothes Clean in Space

May 28, 2026

Space travel is hard enough—microgravity messes with your bones, cosmic radiation is a silent threat, and now, we’ve got to talk about laundry. Astronauts Have a Clothes Problem On Earth, laundry is a chore. In space? It’s a logistical nightmare. No washing machines? No problem—just wear the sam...

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Phishing Scam Tricks Microsoft Users with Fake Login Codes

May 28, 2026

A New Threat Steals Access Without Passwords Cybercriminals have uncovered a devious method to bypass Microsoft’s defenses on Outlook, Teams, and other flagship tools—without ever stealing a password. Instead, they exploit temporary access codes, tricking users into surrendering one-time verificat...

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Garmin’s sleek smartwatch drops to a lower price—is it worth it?

May 28, 2026

The days of fitness trackers being clunky, sweat-stained gadgets are fading. Enter Garmin’s Venu 4, a sleek stainless steel smartwatch that effortlessly transitions from boardroom meetings to morning runs. No longer just for athletes, this device caters to those who refuse to compromise style for fu...

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Sooners Shine: Four Players Earn 2026 All‑American Honors

May 28, 2026

The University of Oklahoma’s baseball squad has once again proven its depth and talent, as four athletes are named to the 2026 All‑American roster by the National Freshman and College Association. This accolade showcases the program’s consistent ability to develop top performers each season. Key H...

lifestyleliberal

Simple, adaptable sneakers inspired by immigrant culture hit the market

May 28, 2026

A $120 Shoe That Honors the Past While Looking to the Future Nike has just dropped a new shoe that does more than just step into the future—it carries forward generations of immigrant footwear heritage. Priced at $120, the T90 Mule reimagines the chancleta, the simple yet iconic sandal beloved in ...

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A Big, Fancy House with a Backyard Pool and More

May 28, 2026

```markdown Luxury Redefined: A Residence That Feels Like a Private Retreat A Backyard Oasis Awaits Nestled on a flat half-acre lot in Hampden Township, this 2011-built residence transforms everyday living into a resort-style escape—without ever leaving home. The half-acre backyard is a metic...

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Tuscaloosa’s new $150 million riverfront resort: what to expect when it opens in 2028

May 28, 2026

A Mini-Neighborhood for Fans, Not Just Guests Developers are turning heads in Tuscaloosa with a bold new project: a $150 million riverfront resort designed to be a haven for sports fans. Just steps from the University of Alabama, this isn’t your average hotel—it’s a full-fledged mini-neighborhood ...