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Jan 13 2026SPORTS

Green Bay's Big Decision: Keeping LaFleur or Looking for a New Leader?

The Green Bay Packers are in a tough spot. They need to decide soon if they want to keep their head coach, Matt LaFleur. His current contract is about to run out, and there's a lot to think about. LaFleur has been with the team for seven seasons. In that time, they've had some good years. They've m

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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Meta's New Leader: Dina Powell McCormick Takes the Helm

Meta has a new big boss: Dina Powell McCormick. She's stepping into the roles of President and Vice Chairman. This isn't her first rodeo with Meta. She's been on their board, helping them with their big plans for AI and smart tech. Meta is growing fast. They're building huge data centers, energy sy

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Jan 13 2026SCIENCE

Harnessing Microbes to Extract Valuable Metals from Old Gadgets

The push for clean energy has created a huge need for metals. Instead of digging them out of the ground, we can get them from old electronics. This is not only good for the environment but also makes economic sense. Traditional ways of extracting metals from e-waste are not great. They use a lot of

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Jan 13 2026SCIENCE

A Dead Star's Glowing Surprise: A Cosmic Puzzle

In the vast expanse of space, a peculiar sight has left astronomers scratching their heads. A white dwarf, the leftover core of a dead star, is putting on a dazzling light show. This isn't just any light show; it's a glowing shock wave that shouldn't exist. The star, RXJ0528+2838, is about 730 light

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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why Extra Messages Might Not Make a Difference in Tests

Tests that check how well something lasts already think about messages that go against it. This means they look at how strong it is when people say bad things about it. Adding more messages that go against it probably won't change much. Think about it like this: if you test a toy to see how strong

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Jan 13 2026BUSINESS

Nintendo's Pricing Strategy: A Double-Edged Sword

Nintendo's pricing tactics have sparked a heated debate among fans. Some argue that the company's refusal to lower prices is a bold move, while others see it as a missed opportunity. The recent discussion around a potential price hike for the Switch 2 has left many gamers on edge. However, it's impo

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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Wall Street's Bumpy Ride: Markets Rise Despite Political Tensions

Wall Street saw a rebound on Monday, with major indexes reaching new highs. The S&P 500 added 0. 2% to its previous record, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average recovered from an early loss of nearly 500 points to gain 86 points. The Nasdaq composite also saw a 0. 3% increase. However, the market

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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Holiday Shopping: Mixed Results for Retailers

The holiday shopping season of 2025 has wrapped up, and the results are in. Some retailers did well, while others fell short. Lululemon, a popular clothing brand, said its sales were close to the top of what they predicted. They expect to make about $3. 60 billion and earn around $4. 76 per share. B

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Jan 13 2026BUSINESS

A Big Move in the Skies: Two Budget Airlines Join Forces

In a surprising turn of events, Allegiant Air, a budget airline based in Las Vegas, has decided to buy Sun Country Airlines, another budget airline from Minneapolis. This deal is worth $1. 5 billion and includes both cash and stock. Allegiant will also take on about $400 million of Sun Country's deb

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Jan 13 2026HEALTH

New York City's Biggest Nurse Strike Ever: What's Happening and Why?

New York City is facing a major issue. Thousands of nurses have gone on strike. This is the biggest nurse strike in the city's history. It started because of a disagreement over a new contract. The nurses are asking for better pay and working conditions. They say the hospitals they work for are not

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