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Jan 27 2026FINANCE

Indonesia's Economy: Steady Growth Amid Challenges

Indonesia's economy is showing resilience, with a growth target of 5. 2% for 2025, despite recent setbacks. The finance minister shared this update, highlighting that the fourth quarter saw even faster growth. This positive outlook extends into 2026, with a growth target of 5. 4% for the $1. 4 trill

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Jan 27 2026HEALTH

Chocolate Lovers, Beware: Salmonella Risk in Popular Treats

Chocolate fans across the U. S. are facing a sweet dilemma. A well-known chocolate company, Spring & Mulberry, has issued a broader recall for some of its date-sweetened chocolates. The reason? Possible Salmonella contamination. This news comes after routine tests by a third-party lab found traces o

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Jan 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

TikTok and the Fight Against Social Media Addiction

A young person from California, known as K. G. M. , has been at the center of a significant legal battle. She claims that her mental health suffered greatly due to her addiction to social media platforms. The issue at hand is the design of these platforms, which are said to be intentionally crafted

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Jan 27 2026POLITICS

U. S. ICE Agents Join Winter Olympics Security in Italy

In a move that has sparked controversy, U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents will be part of the security team at the upcoming Winter Olympics in Italy. This decision comes amid ongoing criticism of ICE's practices in the United States, particularly following recent incidents invol

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Jan 27 2026HEALTH

When Doctors and CDC Don't See Eye to Eye on Vaccines

A shift is happening in pediatric care. Many doctors are choosing to follow the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) vaccine schedule instead of the CDC's. This change comes after the CDC updated its guidelines this month. The AAP added a new RSV vaccine to its recommendations. The group is stickin

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Jan 27 2026POLITICS

A Soldier's New Battle: Vindman Eyes Senate Seat

In a surprising turn of events, a former military officer is stepping into the political arena. Alexander Vindman, known for his role in a significant political event, is now aiming for a seat in the U. S. Senate. He's running as a Democrat in Florida, a state that has seen strong Republican influen

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Jan 27 2026HEALTH

Nipah Virus: Asia on Alert After Outbreak in India

Health authorities in Asia are boosting their defenses after Nipah virus cases surfaced in India. This rare but dangerous virus, which jumps from animals to humans, has infected five people in the southwestern state of Kerala. While Indian officials say the outbreak is contained to two districts, ne

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Jan 27 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities and ICE: Who's Speaking Up?

Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas are not happy. They want other famous people to talk about something serious. A man named Alex Pretti was shot by ICE officers. He was a nurse. He had a gun, but he wasn't using it. Yet, they shot him. This happened in Minneapolis. It's not the first time someth

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Jan 27 2026ENVIRONMENT

Fighting Ice with Food: Unusual Ways to Keep Roads Safe

In the battle against icy roads, cities are getting creative. They're mixing beet juice, molasses, and even pickle brine with salt to keep roads safe. This might sound strange, but it's working. Salt has been the go-to for melting ice on roads for years. It's cheap and effective. But it's not great

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Jan 27 2026CRYPTO

Crypto's Mini Comeback: Is It Just a Blip or a Real Turnaround?

Dogecoin and Shiba Inu, two popular cryptocurrencies, saw a small increase of 3% recently. But don't get too excited. Both are still far below their major price points after a big drop from their highest values in 2024. Dogecoin, for example, reached around $0. 30-$0. 32 last September. Now, it's d

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