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Jan 23 2026ENTERTAINMENT

American Idol's Bold New Moves for Season 9

American Idol is shaking things up for its upcoming season. The show is trying new ways to get fans involved, like voting through social media. This is a big deal because it's the first time a major show has tried this. The goal is to make voting easier and reach younger audiences. The show is also

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Jan 23 2026HEALTH

Why Are Health Insurance Costs So High?

Health insurance costs are rising fast. This has people worried. Lawmakers in Washington wanted answers. They called the big bosses of major health insurance companies to explain. These bosses came from UnitedHealth Group, CVS Health Group, Cigna Health Group, Elevance Health, and Ascendiun. They s

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Jan 20 2026HEALTH

Fighting Fake Health News: A Fun Way to Learn

Healthcare workers often face patients who believe false information about diseases. This can make their jobs harder. A new teaching method is trying to change that. It combines learning with entertainment. This method is called edutainment. The idea is simple. First, students learn about false hea

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Jan 20 2026HEALTH

How Hospitals Stay Strong in Tough Times

Healthcare systems face constant challenges. Think pandemics, new rules, and not enough supplies. How do they keep going? This piece looks at how hospitals adapt and stay strong. It uses a theory called dynamic capabilities. This theory helps explain how organizations handle change. First, let's ta

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Jan 20 2026HEALTH

How Las Vegas Shooting Affected Doctors and Nurses

Healthcare workers are often the unsung heroes in times of crisis. They rush in when others run out. But what happens to their mental health after they've treated victims of a mass shooting? This is a question that needs more attention. The 2017 Las Vegas mass shooting was a tragic event. It left m

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Jan 19 2026HEALTH

Why Big Pharma Stocks Might Be the Next Big Thing

Healthcare leaders gathered in San Francisco for a major industry event. This conference, known for its massive turnout and high-energy atmosphere, brought together CEOs from big and small drug companies. The buzz was around GLP-1 drugs, which have transformed diabetes and obesity treatment and are

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

What Do Americans Really Think About ICE and Deportation?

Americans are starting to question how ICE handles deportations. Many now believe the agency is too harsh. They also think the program targets more people than just criminals. This shift in opinion comes after recent events in Minneapolis. Republicans, however, still strongly support ICE. They feel

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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Savings Slip: Why Americans Are Pulling Back on Retirement Funds

Americans are tightening their belts when it comes to retirement savings. A recent study shows that two-thirds of people have cut back on saving over the past six months. This is largely due to economic uncertainty. More than half have either stopped or reduced their contributions to retirement acco

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Jan 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Costs of Grazing on Public Lands

Public lands in the U. S. are vast, covering an area more than twice the size of California. These lands are used for many things, including grazing livestock. The government allows ranchers to use these lands for a fee, but the fees are much lower than what ranchers would pay on private land. In fa

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Jan 12 2026HEALTH

Boosting Healthcare's Fight Against Infections: A Smart Tech Plan

Healthcare is always looking for ways to get better. One big challenge is fighting infections. A recent project is trying to make this easier. It's all about using smart technology to help hospitals and clinics respond faster and smarter to infections. The plan is to create tools that can be used i

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