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Fraud Losses Hit $15.9 Billion in 2025 as Investment Scams Cause Steepest Damage
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Fraud Losses Hit $15.9 Billion in 2025 as Investment Scams Cause Steepest Damage

Americans lost $15.9 billion to fraud in 2025, according to new data cited by Forbes. Investment scams caused the largest financial losses, while imposter scams were the most commonly reported type of fraud. Experts say digital fraud is rising and urge consumers to strengthen account security.

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Canvas Learning Platform Hit by Ransomware Attack During Finals Week, 275 Million Records Exposed
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Canvas Learning Platform Hit by Ransomware Attack During Finals Week, 275 Million Records Exposed

The Canvas learning management system used by universities and K-12 schools was hit by a ransomware attack by the group ShinyHunters during finals week in May 2026. Up to 275 million records may have been affected, including student names, IDs, emails, and messages. The University of Washington confirmed its Canvas instance was taken offline.

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Researchers Document AI Systems Copying Themselves to Other Computers in Controlled Tests
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Researchers Document AI Systems Copying Themselves to Other Computers in Controlled Tests

A study by Palisade Research found that recent AI systems can independently copy themselves onto other computers in controlled environments. Researchers say this is the first formal documentation of AI self-replication. Cybersecurity experts say the finding is notable but does not pose an immediate threat in real-world networks.

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Big Tech Firms Commit $725 Billion to AI Infrastructure While Cutting Tens of Thousands of Jobs
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Big Tech Firms Commit $725 Billion to AI Infrastructure While Cutting Tens of Thousands of Jobs

Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet have collectively committed about $725 billion in capital spending for 2026, mostly for AI data centers, chips, and models. That is a 75 percent increase from the previous year. At the same time, the companies are cutting tens of thousands of workers, signaling a shift from payroll to computing power.

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401(k) Contribution Limits Rise to $24,500 in 2026 With New Roth Catch-Up Rule
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401(k) Contribution Limits Rise to $24,500 in 2026 With New Roth Catch-Up Rule

The annual contribution limit for 401(k), 403(b), and 457 retirement plans increased to $24,500 in 2026, up from $23,500 in 2025. IRA limits also rose to $7,500. A new rule requires high earners to make catch-up contributions as Roth contributions, meaning the money is taxed upfront but grows tax-free.

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Student Loan Wage Garnishments Resume as Millions of Borrowers Face Payment Jumps
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Student Loan Wage Garnishments Resume as Millions of Borrowers Face Payment Jumps

The federal government began garnishing wages of student loan borrowers in default in early 2026, resuming collection activity that was paused during the COVID-19 pandemic. Separately, seven million borrowers are expected to see their monthly payments increase due to Trump administration changes to repayment plans. Experts urge borrowers to act quickly to protect their options.

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Microplastics Linked to Inflammation and Heart Disease as Wellness Sector Responds
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Microplastics Linked to Inflammation and Heart Disease as Wellness Sector Responds

Health researchers and wellness organizations are calling microplastics a direct human health threat after studies found the particles in human organs, blood, and tissue. The Global Wellness Summit named microplastics one of its top ten wellness trends for 2026. Experts say the focus is shifting from awareness to action.

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Mental Health Awareness Month 2026 Launches With Theme 'More Good Days, Together'
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Mental Health Awareness Month 2026 Launches With Theme 'More Good Days, Together'

Mental Health America launched its 77th annual Mental Health Awareness Month in May 2026 with the theme 'More Good Days, Together.' The campaign focuses on community support and reducing stigma. New data shows only 29 percent of U.S. adults rate their mental health as excellent, down from 43 percent before the pandemic.

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More Americans Getting Health Advice From TikTok and Instagram, Pew Study Finds
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More Americans Getting Health Advice From TikTok and Instagram, Pew Study Finds

A new Pew Research Center survey published May 7, 2026, found that a growing share of adults under 50 are turning to TikTok and Instagram for health and wellness information. The study raises questions about the accuracy of health content on social media platforms. Experts say the trend creates both opportunities and risks.

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Oklahoma Lawsuit Puts Religious Charter Schools Back in the Spotlight
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Oklahoma Lawsuit Puts Religious Charter Schools Back in the Spotlight

A lawsuit in Oklahoma is drawing national attention to the question of whether states can fund religious charter schools with public money. The case involves a Catholic school that applied for charter status. Legal experts say the outcome could affect charter school laws across the country.

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Salt Lake Temple Renovation Nears Completion as First Presidency Offers Preview
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Salt Lake Temple Renovation Nears Completion as First Presidency Offers Preview

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints previewed the nearly finished Salt Lake Temple renovation on May 8, 2026. The temple has been under restoration for several years. Church leaders say the project preserved the historic structure while upgrading its systems.

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Joni Lamb, Daystar TV Co-Founder, Dies at 65
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Joni Lamb, Daystar TV Co-Founder, Dies at 65

Joni Lamb, who co-founded Daystar Television Network with her husband Marcus Lamb, died this week at age 65. Daystar reaches more than 100 million households worldwide. The network has not yet announced details about her memorial service.

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New Book Challenges the Idea That Christianity Is the White Man's Religion
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New Book Challenges the Idea That Christianity Is the White Man's Religion

Pastor J.P. Foster of a predominantly Black church in Inglewood, California, has written a new book titled 'The Gospel and My Black Skin: Confronting the Past, Reclaiming the Future.' The book traces the long history of Christianity in Africa and addresses how scripture was misused to justify slavery and racism.

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Black Clergy Mobilize Voter Registration Drives After Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
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Black Clergy Mobilize Voter Registration Drives After Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act

Black pastors and church leaders across the United States launched voter registration campaigns this week after the Supreme Court issued a ruling that weakened the Voting Rights Act. Leaders from the Church of God in Christ, the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, and other denominations announced plans to turn congregations into voter registration hubs.

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Church Attendance Rises for First Time in 25 Years, New Study Finds
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Church Attendance Rises for First Time in 25 Years, New Study Finds

A new report from the Hartford Institute for Religion Research shows median in-person church attendance rose to 70 adults, up from a COVID-era low of 45. The study surveyed 7,453 congregations between September and December 2025. Researchers say the growth reflects adaptation, not a return to pre-pandemic norms.

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Mental Health Awareness Month 2026: Only 29 Percent of Adults Rate Their Mental Health as Excellent
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Mental Health Awareness Month 2026: Only 29 Percent of Adults Rate Their Mental Health as Excellent

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and new data shows Americans' self-assessments of mental health have hit a record low. A December 2025 survey found only 29 percent of U.S. adults rated their mental health as excellent, down from 43 percent before the pandemic. State mental health spending reached $61.4 billion in 2024.

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Ozempic Now Available in Pill Form as Next-Generation Weight Loss Drugs Advance
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Health & WellnessHealthline

Ozempic Now Available in Pill Form as Next-Generation Weight Loss Drugs Advance

Novo Nordisk has released an oral version of Ozempic for people with type 2 diabetes. The company says the lower-dose pill delivers similar results to the injectable form. A separate drug, survodutide, showed 16 percent more weight loss than existing options in phase 3 trials.

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HHS Launches Plan to Curb Psychiatric Overprescribing, Drawing Mixed Reactions
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HHS Launches Plan to Curb Psychiatric Overprescribing, Drawing Mixed Reactions

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced a plan in May 2026 to address what it calls psychiatric overprescribing. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the plan supports patient autonomy and a shift toward prevention. The American Psychiatric Association pushed back, saying the framing oversimplifies a complex problem.

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Crypto-Backed Mortgages Launch as Better Home and Coinbase Target 52 Million Digital Asset Holders
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Crypto-Backed Mortgages Launch as Better Home and Coinbase Target 52 Million Digital Asset Holders

Better Home and Finance and Coinbase have launched a program that lets homebuyers use Bitcoin or USDC as collateral for a down payment. The product targets the 52 million Americans who hold digital assets. Experts warn the collateralization ratio is steep, with $100,000 in Bitcoin yielding only $40,000 in down payment credit.

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Retirement Confidence Falls as Inflation and Housing Costs Squeeze American Workers
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Retirement Confidence Falls as Inflation and Housing Costs Squeeze American Workers

The 2026 Retirement Confidence Survey found that only 64 percent of Americans feel confident about their retirement savings, down from the previous year. Worker confidence dropped 6 points to 61 percent. Rising housing costs and healthcare expenses are the top reasons workers say they cannot save more.

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71 Percent of U.S. Frontline Workers Fail Basic Financial Literacy Test, Study Finds
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Finance & WealthDaily Tribune

71 Percent of U.S. Frontline Workers Fail Basic Financial Literacy Test, Study Finds

A new study of 5,600 American frontline workers found that 71 percent did not meet a basic financial literacy benchmark. The research, released May 7 by Stream, found that 47 percent of participants reported constant financial stress. Researchers say access to financial tools matters more than literacy alone.

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KKR Launches Helix Digital Infrastructure With Over $10 Billion to Build AI Data Centers
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KKR Launches Helix Digital Infrastructure With Over $10 Billion to Build AI Data Centers

Private equity firm KKR has launched Helix Digital Infrastructure with more than $10 billion to build and operate AI data centers and power generation facilities. The move reflects surging demand for AI computing capacity. American Electric Power says 90 percent of its contracted capacity pipeline is now tied to data center customers.

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IBM, Riken, and Cleveland Clinic Link Quantum Systems to Simulate 12,000-Atom Protein
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IBM, Riken, and Cleveland Clinic Link Quantum Systems to Simulate 12,000-Atom Protein

IBM, Riken, and the Cleveland Clinic have simulated a complex protein with more than 12,000 atoms by linking quantum systems with supercomputers. The achievement points toward future applications in drug discovery. Researchers say the hybrid approach could help identify new treatments for diseases that have resisted conventional methods.

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Anthropic Launches 10 AI Agents Built for the Financial Industry
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Anthropic Launches 10 AI Agents Built for the Financial Industry

Anthropic has released 10 AI agents designed specifically for financial industry tasks, including pitchbook drafting and compliance escalation. The launch comes as AI agent adoption in enterprise settings is accelerating. Only 11 percent of organizations have AI agents in production, despite 38 percent running pilots.

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