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Grants frozen again: How federal cuts hit Indigenous research at UC Berkeley

May 11, 2026

Last month, federal officials hit pause on at least 18 research grants at UC Berkeley, despite a judge just months ago telling them to stop canceling grants. One of those frozen was a $1. 4-million project at the Lawrence Hall of Science that trains Ohlone youth to build mixed-reality exhibits about

politics

What’s really driving crypto policy debates ahead of 2026

May 11, 2026

A possible deadline loomed over Consensus Miami this week: July 4 could mark the arrival of the Clarity Act, if lawmakers move fast enough. A White House adviser laid out a tight schedule—Senate meetings, House votes, and presidential approval—all within weeks. But timing isn’t the only issue; Senat

sports

Lakers face tough odds after Thunder take control

May 11, 2026

The Lakers now sit just one loss away from playoff elimination after a heavy Game 3 defeat to Oklahoma City. No NBA team has ever recovered from a 3-0 deficit, and with a 131-108 loss, the Lakers now face an uphill battle in the best-of-seven series. LeBron James, still performing at a high level wi

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Money, Law and the Big Players: How a Court Ruling Shaped Modern Politics

May 10, 2026

The story begins in the 1970s, after a scandal that shook the nation. New rules were made to stop rich people from buying elections. They set limits on how much could be spent and required donors to be named. Even the biggest campaign groups were capped at $1, 000 a year. One billionaire industriali

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The Ukraine War Looks Like It Might End Soon

May 10, 2026

Putin said that the fighting in Ukraine could soon finish. He spoke after a small Victory Day parade in Moscow, a day that remembers the Soviet win over Nazi Germany. The war began when Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, sparking a crisis that felt like the Cold War’s worst moments. Russia has not c

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Savannah James Drops Podcast News While Lakers Face Big Challenge

May 10, 2026

The Los Angeles Lakers are on a tightrope this week. They’re down 2-0 in the Western Conference Semifinals against the Oklahoma City Thunder, and one key player, Luka Doncic, is still sidelined. Because of that, the Lakers need a near‑perfect performance to win any game. LeBron James remains

weather

Rain‑Ready Plans for Mom’s Day

May 10, 2026

Families in New York should keep an eye on the weather if they want to spend Mother’s Day outside. The day could bring a mix of sunshine and showers, so having a backup plan is wise. A forecast from the National Weather Service shows that most areas will see plenty of sun, but pockets of rain are po

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Stoicism in the Spotlight: A Political Game

May 10, 2026

The idea of stoicism says you should only worry about what you can control. In reality, many things happen without warning: prices rise in war, loved ones die suddenly, and our minds don’t have a reset button. Yet today many people see stoicism as a way to stay calm and succeed. A new versi

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The Congress‑War Rule: A Check on Hot‑Headed Leaders

May 10, 2026

Congress has the exclusive right to say a country is at war. Presidents have often gone ahead anyway, starting fights before Congress says so. When a president acts alone, the nation risks being dragged into costly battles. The article points out that this rule exists to stop a leader who m

entertainment

Star‑Studded Showdown at the Lakers vs. Thunder Game 3

May 10, 2026

The third game of the Western Conference semifinals turned downtown Los Angeles into a celebrity hotspot, with movie stars, music producers, and sports legends filling the arena. Leonardo DiCaprio sat on the baseline beside the Thunder bench, joined by actor Lukas Haas. Nearby, Don Johnson and No