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world banks

The man in the giant red hat

May 18, 2026

Boots Riley stands out in Oakland like a walking landmark, not because he's famous, but because his oversized cowboy hat makes him instantly recognizable. At 55, Riley is a veteran artist who's spent decades making films and music that challenge capitalism, but he's most comfortable just talking to

politics

Politics This Week: Phones Tossed, Trades Flooded And Jabs At Iran Claims

May 18, 2026

A busy week in politics kicked off with a security step that raised eyebrows. After President Trump’s meeting with China’s leader, staff on Air Force One were told to trash phones and pins given out during the trip. The reason? Keeping sensitive tech away from a country known for cyber spying. It’s

health

New Ebola cases trigger global health alert in Central Africa

May 18, 2026

Health experts are sounding alarms over fresh Ebola cases in two African nations, pushing the World Health Organization to raise an international alert. The outbreak centers on regions in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, where suspected infections have raised concerns. In Congo’s Ituri p

lifestyle

Riding for a cause: yearly event unites bikers over men’s health challenges

May 18, 2026

Every September, classic motorcycles roll down roads worldwide under one banner: men’s health matters. What began as a small gathering in Sydney now spans cities from London to Los Angeles, uniting riders in sharp suits and polished vintage bikes. The numbers tell a story—over sixty million dollars

celebrities

Savannah James Shifts Focus from Cheering to Leading with Her Skincare Brand

May 18, 2026

Savannah James, often seen in the stands cheering for her husband LeBron and son Bronny, is stepping into her own spotlight. After years of supporting her family’s basketball dreams, she’s now the founder of Reframe Beauty, a skincare brand that’s gaining attention for more than just its famous name

education

Discovering Life in New Mexico's Hidden Desert Gem

May 18, 2026

Just outside Las Cruces lies a quiet escape where the city’s noise fades into the whisper of dry wind through creosote bushes. The Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park stretches across 935 acres, offering trails that wind past shaded rest spots and an outdoor theater that hosts everything from school plays

entertainment

A Cold Case of the Arctic: How This Sci-Fi Horror Show Stands Out

May 18, 2026

Few things grip viewers like a good horror show. Over the years, many have tried blending science fiction with terror, mixing viruses, monsters, and dark labs. Some pull it off well. Others follow the same old paths—survivors in a broken world, someone turning into a monster, or endless chases throu

politics

Global Money Talks: Can the G7 Fix What’s Broken?

May 18, 2026

Leaders from seven major economies meet in Paris this week to talk about why global money isn’t flowing fairly. The two-day chat starts after a flashy meeting between the U. S. and China wrapped up with more handshakes than real deals. Trade fights and raw material grabber are still stealing the sho

politics

Yasser Abbas steps into Fatah’s top ranks as whispers of a dynasty grow

May 18, 2026

Yasser Abbas, the president’s son and a businessman with tobacco and construction companies, just landed a spot on Fatah’s Central Committee. No one voted him into this powerful role; he was elected by party members at their first big meeting in ten years. His dad, Mahmoud Abbas, still runs the show

religion

Why natural labels hook us: a Tibetan case study

May 18, 2026

People worldwide lean toward products marked “natural, ” especially food. But does faith tilt this bias even more? Researchers zeroed in on Tibetan Buddhists who print religious texts under strict natural light rules. They wondered: would these printers prefer natural-labeled apples over others? Fi