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Scientists sound alarm as dangerous amoebas spread globally - ScienceDaily
health 2026/05/02 11:37:44

Scientists sound alarm as dangerous amoebas spread globally - ScienceDaily

Free-living amoebae are emerging as a global health concern, fueled by warming temperatures and outdated water systems. While many are harmless, some can cause deadly infections and even protect other dangerous microbes. Their ability to survive heat and disi…

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Fed Chair Nominee Kevin Warsh Aims to Transform the Central Bank -- and the Biggest Loser May Be Wall Street - The Motley Fool
business 2026/05/02 11:36:00

Fed Chair Nominee Kevin Warsh Aims to Transform the Central Bank -- and the Biggest Loser May Be Wall Street - The Motley Fool

Warsh’s testimony before the Senate Banking Committee points to foundational changes at the Fed.

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Alex Zanardi, auto racing champion who won Paralympic gold after life-altering accidents, dies at 59 - AP News
sports 2026/05/02 11:15:00

Alex Zanardi, auto racing champion who won Paralympic gold after life-altering accidents, dies at 59 - AP News

Italian auto racing champion-turned-Paralympic gold medalist Alex Zanardi has died at 59. His life was marked by two life-altering accidents. Zanardi’s family announced his death on Saturday saying that he passed away on Friday night. The family says in a sta…

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‘Six months to catch up’: What the shutdown cost DHS - Politico
general 2026/05/02 11:05:00

‘Six months to catch up’: What the shutdown cost DHS - Politico

After 76 days, Congress finally pushed through a bill to fund non-immigration agencies at DHS. But those who are left to pick up the pieces say the hangover will linger.

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7 Things Stroke Doctors Say You Should Never, Ever Do - HuffPost
health 2026/05/02 11:00:18

7 Things Stroke Doctors Say You Should Never, Ever Do - HuffPost

Strokes are a leading cause of death in the United States — but there are ways you can lower your risk.

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Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence - WTOP
health 2026/05/02 10:43:54

Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence - WTOP

Officials with the District’s Department of Health announced a confirmed case of measles in the city on Thursday.

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