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The big music event will be held in Vienna on Saturday. Five major broadcasters from Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland and Slovenia have decided not to send a song. They do so because Israel is allowed to compete after it started fighting in Gaza. The fight began on Oct. 7 when Hamas a

entertainment

Vienna Hosts Eurovision Finale Amid Music, Protest and Surprise

The biggest song event in Europe is set to finish in Vienna this Saturday. A big hall, the Wiener Stadthalle, will light up with 25 different acts from all over the continent. Millions of people watching at home will decide who wins, and the winner’s country will host next year. People love t

health

Ebola Hits Congo’s Ituri Province: A Late‑Stage Warning

The African Union’s health agency announced that the Ebola virus has spread across Ituri, a province in eastern Congo. Ninety‑plus deaths have been reported, though only four were confirmed by lab tests. Of the 246 suspected cases, thirteen have now been verified as true infections. The outbreak

A Staten Island activist's life marked by bold opinions and lasting impact

Robert Zahn spent over two decades shaping Staten Island's political scene, first as a utility worker at Ground Zero, then as a conservative organizer who never shied from debate. His 17-year fight with prostate cancer ended at 60, leaving behind a legacy of unfiltered opinions and grassroots activi

sports

A Sports Investor Steps Into Europe's Football Scene

Tim Leiweke, a name familiar in sports and entertainment for years, got a surprise gift last December—a full pardon from the U. S. president. Instead of stepping back, he’s diving straight into Europe’s football world. His company, Entrepreneur Equity Partners, just bought a slice of Venezia FC and

Crypto Law Gains Ground in Senate

The Senate Banking Committee gave the crypto sector a significant boost by approving the Clarity Act, marking the first major law aimed at regulating digital currencies. The vote split largely along party lines, with 15 Republicans and only nine Democrats in favor; Democrat Ruben Gallego of Arizona

Nation’s Science Future at Risk: What the Board Cuts Mean

The National Science Board, which guides a key federal agency that funds research, was abruptly cleared of its members by a recent government decision. This move happened without clear justification and followed major budget cuts to the agency that has been a backbone of American innovation for deca

U. S. Pulls Back Troop Plans for Poland, Raising Questions About Europe Strategy

The U. S. military has decided not to send 4, 000 troops to Poland as previously planned, a move that surprised many observers and reignited debate over President Trump’s intentions to reduce American forces on the continent. The announcement came after a brief pause, and no formal statement has yet

sports

Chelsea Teams Up With Roc Nation to Grow in the U. S.

Chelsea Football Club has signed a deal with Jay‑Z’s Roc Nation Sports International, aiming to broaden its presence across America. The partnership is part of a larger plan that mixes soccer with music and other entertainment channels to reach fans in new ways. The club’s owners, Todd Boehly and

Judge Stops Texas Law That Would Let Officials Arrest Migrants