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Starbucks Campaign Triggers Apology Over Gwangju Memory

May 26, 2026

The coffee chain in South Korea faced a sharp backlash after it ran a promotion that many saw as disrespectful to the Gwangju Uprising, an event where thousands of students were violently suppressed in 1980. In the wake of public outrage, the head of the retailer that owns Starbucks in Korea issu

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Israel Faces New Drone Threats From Hezbollah

May 26, 2026

The conflict between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has taken a new turn with the use of inexpensive, easily built drones that can evade Israeli defenses. A recent attack on an Israeli soldier by one of these “kamikaze” drones sparked a sharp reaction from high‑ranking officials in

weather

Storm Watch in Alabama: Mild Threats and Heavy Rain

May 26, 2026

Alabama is under a light chance of severe weather this Monday, with the Storm Prediction Center rating parts of west and south Alabama a Level 1 risk. A Level 1 means isolated storms could pop up, but large outbreaks are unlikely. The National Weather Service warned that some of these storms might b

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Roads Ahead: When the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Gets a New Look

May 26, 2026

The old Chesapeake Bay Bridge has been feeling the strain of holiday traffic, especially after a crash on its eastbound side last Friday. Drivers have been asking when the worn‑out structure will finally be replaced. State planners are working on a solution that involves building two new, wider span

weather

Foggy Memorial Day Morning in the D. C. Area

May 26, 2026

The first light of Memorial Day arrives wrapped in a thick blanket of mist that can shrink visibility to just a few hundred feet. Local warnings say the fog will linger until nine in the morning, making early drives and parts of the city parade tricky. Drivers are urged to keep their low beams on to

health

Ebola’s Rising Threat in Africa: A Call for Action

May 26, 2026

The Ebola crisis in Africa has grown into the continent’s second‑largest outbreak, with a death toll that now tops 220. The World Health Organization reports more than 900 suspected cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where the virus began, and a handful of infections in neighboring Uga

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How Japan and South Korea Balance Old Wounds with Modern Needs

May 26, 2026

Japan and South Korea share a bond that’s hard to ignore. On one side, they’re economic allies, trading technology, cars, and pop culture like K-pop. On the other, they’re stuck in arguments over history—especially Japan’s rule over Korea in the early 1900s. These fights pop up in trade disputes, co

health

What Happens When the Oldest Daughter Grows Up Faster

May 26, 2026

Research shows that the oldest girl in a family often gets ready for adult tasks sooner than her younger siblings—especially when her mom faces tough times during pregnancy. Scientists followed families for 15 years and found that daughters born first to stressed mothers hit a phase called adrenal p

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Big Powers, Big Questions at Singapore’s Defence Talks

May 26, 2026

This week, Singapore hosts one of Asia’s biggest defence meetings where top leaders will face tough questions about global conflicts and shifting alliances. The event, running from May 29 to 31, brings together ministers, generals, and analysts to discuss security challenges that could reshape the r

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A Look Back at a Springfield Leader’s Impactful Life

May 26, 2026

Ben Swan’s death at 92 leaves behind a legacy tied to civil rights and public service in Springfield. He wasn’t just a politician or activist—he was someone who turned his principles into action, long before holding office. Swan’s early years in the segregated South shaped his drive for justice. By