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oswaldo cruz

Journey of a Century‑Old Health Institute in Brazil

May 29, 2026

The Instituto Oswaldo Cruz, now 125 years old, has moved alongside Brazil’s big changes of the last hundred years. It began when scientists first studied diseases that were killing people all over the country. From those early days, the institute has looked for ways to stop infections and make

celebrities

Celebrities Who Celebrate Birthdays on May 28

May 28, 2026

The day of May 28 brings a mix of celebrated birthdays. One star, the singer Gladys Knight, turns 82 and has graced shows like “Hot In Cleveland” and “The Jeffersons. ” Another, the pop icon Kylie Minogue, marks her 58th year and has served as a judge on “The X Factor UK. ” In acting, Alexa

entertainment

Summer Books: Fresh Nonfiction Picks for the Hot Days

May 25, 2026

The sun is coming up, and so are new books that can keep you company on the beach or in a cool chair. Instead of diving straight into fiction, this list highlights nonfiction titles that cover food, sports, history, and more. A memoir from a key figure in the late‑1970s music scene tells the s

entertainment

The FCC, Kimmel and a Trump Joke: A Media Drama Unfolds

April 29, 2026

The federal regulator announced a challenge to Disney’s eight TV licenses on the same day that President Trump’s team was pushing to silence a comedian. Jimmy Kimmel, who hosts the nightly talk show, chose not to comment on the government’s scrutiny of Disney. Instead he turned his monologue toward

celebrities

Celebrating April 28: Stars, History and Fun Facts

April 28, 2026

On this day, the world turns its spotlight on a mix of film stars, musicians, and historical figures. The most talked‑about birthday is that of Spanish actress Penelope Cruz, who turns 52. She has two kids, Leo and Luna, and continues to charm audiences in both Hollywood and Spanish cinema. Anoth

politics

Texas Tech Money: Who Gains from Crypto Politics?

April 26, 2026

Texas is cracking open its election funds with a fresh supply of cryptocurrency cash. This year’s primary season has already seen crypto-affiliated groups drop over $2. 5 million into local races, nearly doubling their donations compared to this time last year. Nationwide, crypto spending has climbe

crime

Man arrested in Argentina with ties to politician’s murder case

April 23, 2026

A Colombian man was recently arrested in Buenos Aires after crossing into Argentina illegally. Authorities say he is connected to a high-profile murder from last year. The case involves Miguel Uribe, a senator running for president, who was shot dead during a campaign event in Bogotá. Police believe

technology

Future of Cars and City Safety: A Quick Look

April 18, 2026

The big idea about self‑driving cars is that they could stop a lot of crashes, because no one gets tired or distracted. A state transport official said that in 2023 California lost about four thousand people in road accidents, and the new cars might cut that number. Those vehicles could also help lo

weather

April surprises with much-needed rain in the Bay Area

April 14, 2026

The Bay Area saw a nice break from dry weather last weekend with scattered April showers. April rain isn’t unusual, but it’s less common than the heavy winter downpours in February or March. The region typically gets around an inch and a half of rain this month, with San Francisco leading at 1. 6 in

sports

Sports Highlights for Monday, April 13

April 12, 2026

The day starts early with tennis action as the Tennis Channel broadcasts opening rounds from Barcelona, Munich, Stuttgart and Rouen in both ATP and WTA categories. By mid‑morning, college baseball is back on the scene with a game between Houston and Seattle. At 6:30 p. m. , viewers can catch the Chi