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Jan 19 2026OPINION

Hollywood's Shift: When Stories Become Less About Fun and More About Lessons

Hollywood has been making some odd choices lately. Instead of focusing on exciting stories, they are adding lessons about social issues. This is not always working well. For example, in the show "Stranger Things, " a character comes out as gay. This is a big moment, but it feels out of place. The sh

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

A New Entertainment Hub Rises in Maryland

A new entertainment venue is coming to National Harbor in Maryland. This venue, called Sphere, is expected to bring a lot of benefits to the area. It will be the second Sphere in the U. S. and the first to use a smaller design. The project is a joint effort between Sphere Entertainment, the State of

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Iran's Internet and TV: A Shifting Landscape

Iran might soon bring back the internet, according to a top lawmaker. This comes after a week of quiet streets, following a violent crackdown on protests that started in late December. The unrest was among the worst since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. A senior parliament member, Ebrahim Azizi, menti

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Greenland: A New Front in Global Politics

Russia is enjoying the tension caused by Donald Trump's interest in Greenland. This interest has created a rift between the United States and Europe. However, Russia is cautious because this situation could affect its own plans in the Arctic. Russian officials have made comments that seem to suppor

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Jan 19 2026FINANCE

New Hedge Fund in Hong Kong Gets Big Boost from Squarepoint

A fresh face has entered the hedge fund world, and it's already making waves. Invictus Investment Partners, a new player based in Hong Kong, has secured a solid $200 million backing from Squarepoint Capital. This isn't just any startup; it's led by some big names in the industry. Tomohiro Yamaguchi

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

How a Small Island is Helping America Boost its Tech Game

The United States and Taiwan have just signed a big trade deal worth $250 billion. This isn't just about cutting tariffs on Taiwanese goods to 15%. It's about bringing high-tech jobs back to America. Taiwanese companies are planning to invest heavily in the US, especially in areas like semiconductor

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Jan 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tech Titans Join Forces: A New Era in Semiconductor Production

A big tech partnership is shaking things up. The U. S. and Taiwan are teaming up to build more semiconductor factories in the U. S. Taiwanese tech giants are investing a huge amount of money. In return, the U. S. is making it easier for them to import goods without extra costs. But there's a catch.

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Ukraine Under Fire: Drone Strikes and Diplomatic Moves

Ukraine is dealing with a tough situation. Russia launched a big drone attack overnight. Two people died, and many others got hurt. The attack hit several regions, including Sumy, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, Khmelnytskyi, and Odesa. The military reported over 200 drones were used, with strikes hi

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Trump's Moves Shift Global Power Balance

The world is watching as Trump's actions shake up the global stage. In Syria, Trump's support for rebels led to a quick victory. This left Russia, who had backed Assad for years, with no choice but to watch as their ally fled to Moscow. Russia's influence in the region took a hit. In the South Cauc

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Funding Freeze: Trump Targets Sanctuary Cities and States

The Trump administration is set to cut federal funds to sanctuary cities and states starting next month. This move is part of a broader crackdown on immigration enforcement, with a particular focus on Minnesota. The Department of Justice has identified 11 states, including the District of Columbia,

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