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Jan 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Billy Joel Makes a Comeback: A Surprise Performance After Health Scare

Billy Joel, the legendary piano man, made a sudden return to the stage. This happened in Florida, where he owns some property. It was a special event celebrating the 30th anniversary of a local village. A cover band, Turnstiles, was performing there. They play songs by Billy Joel. Imagine everyone's

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Jan 04 2026SCIENCE

How a Tiny Protein Helps Shape Our Brains

POGZ, a protein linked to autism, plays a big role in brain development. It teams up with a group called PRC1. 6 to control how brain cells grow and specialize. Without POGZ, important brain genes don't turn on. This messes up signals that tell cells to become neurons. POGZ isn't just a lone wolf.

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Jan 04 2026HEALTH

The Hidden Costs of Treating Nonobstructive Azoospermia in the USA

Nonobstructive azoospermia is a condition where men have no sperm in their semen due to issues with sperm production. It's a tough situation, and the costs involved in managing it can be high. In the United States, the financial burden of treating this condition is significant. It's not just about t

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Minnesota's Child Care Funding Freeze: What's Really Going On?

Minnesota is in a tight spot. The state has until next week to hand over a lot of data about child care providers and families who get federal money. If they don't, they might lose that funding. This all started when the Trump administration said there might be fraud happening with these funds. Som

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Jan 03 2026SPORTS

The Raiders' Big Game: A Chance to Lose and Win Big

The NFL is full of surprises, but this one is a bit odd. The Raiders have a unique chance to win big by losing. If they lose to the Chiefs, they get the first pick in the 2026 NFL draft. It's like a backdoor way to success. Coach Pete Carroll plans to give everyone on the team a chance to play, inc

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Ukraine's New Chief of Staff: Who is General Kyrylo Budanov?

General Kyrylo Budanov, a prominent figure in Ukraine's military intelligence, has been appointed as the new chief of staff by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This change comes at a crucial time, as Russia's invasion of Ukraine approaches its fourth year. Budanov takes over from Andrii Yermak, who re

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

New York City's New Mayor Sparks Controversy on First Day

New York City's political scene is buzzing after the new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, made some bold moves right out of the gate. On his very first day in office, he decided to undo two executive orders that his predecessor, Eric Adams, had put in place. These orders were about supporting Israel and defin

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

New York's New Mayor Takes a Stand on Old Orders

New York City's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, made waves on Friday by undoing a bunch of executive orders from his predecessor, Eric Adams. Adams had issued these orders after being charged in 2024 with some serious allegations, including taking illegal campaign money and fancy trips from Turkish folks

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Kansas Politics in 2025: What Went Wrong and Why It Matters

Kansas politics in 2025 had its share of ups and downs. Lawmakers chose to cut income taxes instead of reducing property taxes, even though they had promised to do the latter. This decision left many homeowners with only small savings, while future budget surpluses were earmarked for further income

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Jan 03 2026FINANCE

Tech Titans Lead a Shaky Start to 2026

The first trading day of 2026 saw U. S. stocks making small gains, with tech giants steering the market. The day was marked by ups and downs, reflecting the uncertainty of the new year. The S&P 500 inched up by 12. 97 points, or 0. 2%, closing at 6, 858. 47. This follows a strong 16% gain in 2025. T

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