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Jan 22 2026FINANCE

What Will Shine Brightest in 2026: Gold, Bitcoin, or the S&P 500?

In a world full of investment choices, people are betting on which asset will shine the brightest by 2026. Polymarket, a platform for predicting market trends, has some interesting insights. According to their traders, gold has a 47% chance of being the top performer, while Bitcoin trails slightly a

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Jan 22 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Cash Flow: What's Happening to the Old Money-Making Trick?

The crypto world is seeing a big change. A once-popular way to make money is fading. This method, called the cash-and-carry trade, involved buying Bitcoin right away and selling futures contracts. The idea was to profit from the price difference. But now, this strategy is not working as well. Why i

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Jan 22 2026FINANCE

A Billionaire's Big Blunder: Bill Hwang's Pardon Bid

Bill Hwang, once a big shot in the investment world, is asking for a pardon. He's the guy behind Archegos Capital Management, which crashed and burned in 2021. This wasn't just any small failure. It cost banks over $10 billion. That's a lot of money! Hwang is currently serving an 18-year prison sen

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Jan 22 2026POLITICS

Peru's Leader Faces Heat Over Secret Meetings with Chinese Businessman

Peru is in a bit of a mess lately. The country's president, Jose Jeri, is under fire for not being open about meetings with a Chinese businessman. This has sparked a big debate in Peru. Some people think it's just a way to make trouble for the president. Others think it's a serious issue. Jeri took

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Jan 22 2026POLITICS

Minnesota's Mining Ban Faces Major Shift

The U. S. House of Representatives recently voted to undo a mining restriction in northern Minnesota. This move could open the door for a big mining project by Antofagasta, focusing on copper, cobalt, and nickel. The vote was close, with 214 in favor and 208 against. This decision now heads to the

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Jan 22 2026BUSINESS

Dexco: The New Name in Heavy-Duty Storage

Dexco, a name once known only for its top-notch storage racks, is now the official brand for the entire company. This change shows how much the industry trusts Dexco for its strong and reliable storage solutions. For over 50 years, Dexco has been making high-quality storage racks. Their products ar

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Jan 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tech's Big Shake-Up: AI, Power, and Rules

Tech is changing fast, and not just because of new gadgets. AI is taking over, and big companies are scrambling to keep up. Nvidia, for example, is investing big bucks in a startup called Baseten. Why? Because running AI models efficiently is becoming super important. It's not just about creating sm

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Jan 22 2026BUSINESS

Sports Betting Showdown: Massachusetts Takes on Kalshi

A recent court decision has put a temporary halt to some online sports betting activities in Massachusetts. The case centers around Kalshi, a prediction market that lets people buy and sell contracts based on future events, much like betting on sports outcomes. The state argues that Kalshi is operat

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Jan 22 2026SPORTS

The Unseen Side of Sports: How Scandals Fuel Fan Interest

Scandals in sports are nothing new. They happen all the time. But what's interesting is how fans react. Take the recent sports-betting scandal involving two NBA figures. It's not just about the drama. It's about how it changes the way people watch the game. Van Lathan, a well-known podcaster, had n

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Jan 22 2026WEATHER

Bracing for the Big Freeze: Metra Adjusts Train Schedules

A deep freeze is coming, and Metra is getting ready. They're cutting back on train services for Friday. The National Weather Service warns of dangerously cold wind chills, possibly dropping below -30 degrees late Thursday night. This extreme cold could mean fewer people commuting and more problems w

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