Abdul El-Sayed is facing a rough stretch as questions about his past and his campaign message keep colliding in public. The pushback has turned the race into a sharper contest, with opponents eager to keep the pressure on and voters hearing the same uncomfortable allegations over and over.• Abdul El-Sayed’s campaign under pressure• Allegations involving the Muslim Brotherhood• Michigan’s U.S.…
Business & Finance
Social Security’s next benefit bump is giving retirees a little extra breathing room, but it also throws a harsh light on a program that is getting closer to a major funding crunch. The 3.6% cost-of-living increase for 2027 will lift monthly checks, yet the long-running debate over how to keep the system stable is only getting louder. The result is…
Health & Wellness
GLP-1 medications are drawing attention for more than their role in weight loss, with research pointing to possible benefits that reach the heart, kidneys, liver, lungs and even the brain. The big idea is simple but striking: these drugs may start helping certain health problems before the scale changes much at all. That has made them a hot topic in…
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Technology
Using a phone as a mobile hotspot can feel like a lifesaver when public Wi-Fi is sketchy, home internet cuts out, or another device needs a quick connection. It is fast, convenient, and easy to forget about when everything is working smoothly. But that convenience comes with a few real tradeoffs that can show up fast, especially if hotspot use…