Author: Derek Fountain

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Mathematical model suggests aiming for above average yields best outcomes

• Science
• May 30, 2026

The Story A mathematical model developed by researchers suggests that aiming for merely above average, rather than setting extremely high ambitions, tends to produce the best...

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Menu Ideas for 2026 Oscars Party Include Unusual Dishes

• Food
• May 30, 2026

The Story A humorous NPR article suggests unconventional menu ideas for a 2026 Oscars party, inspired by the year’s best picture nominees, which the source describes...

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WHO Advises Clinical Trials for Bundibugyo Virus Treatments and Vaccines

• Health
• May 30, 2026

The Story The World Health Organization convened expert advisory groups to assess candidate treatments and vaccines for the current outbreak of Ebola disease caused by the...

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Phillips calls for review of sentencing for child sex offenders

• Politics
• May 30, 2026

The Story Former safeguarding minister Jess Phillips has said victims of sexual offences committed by children are being asked to “suck it up” for the sake...

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Biotech Barbie Cathy Tie on gene-editing babies mission

• Science
• May 30, 2026

The Story Canadian entrepreneur Cathy Tie, who calls herself “Biotech Barbie,” has launched a startup to edit the genes of human embryos to prevent inherited diseases...

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EV charger gullies face resistance from over 20 UK councils

• Business
• May 30, 2026

The Story Energy secretary Ed Miliband stated that charger gullies will help cut EV charging costs for drivers, but millions of UK households may be unable...

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Champions League Final: PSG vs. Arsenal in Budapest

• Sports
• May 30, 2026

The Story The UEFA Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal takes place Saturday, May 30 at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary. PSG, the...

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Ebola at World Cup unlikely; measles, flu, STIs pose greater risk, physician says

• Health
• May 30, 2026

The Story As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, speculation about Ebola transmission at the event has circulated, but an opinion article in STAT News argues...

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Botnet of Over 17 Million Devices Dismantled by Dutch Authorities

• Technology
• May 30, 2026

The Story Authorities in the Netherlands announced the dismantling of a botnet consisting of more than 17 million devices managed by 200 servers, following a joint...

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Jupiter lightning may be 100 times more powerful than Earth’s, study finds

• Science
• May 30, 2026

The Story A study using data from NASA’s Juno spacecraft indicates that some lightning flashes on Jupiter may be 100 times stronger than lightning on Earth,...