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Jan 28 2026EDUCATION

McHenry County's Creative Future: Scholarships for Aspiring Artists

High school seniors in McHenry County with a passion for the arts have a chance to shine and earn some cash for college. The Woodstock Fine Arts Association is offering scholarships to those who plan to continue their artistic journey after graduation. This isn't just about the money, though. It's a

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Jan 27 2026POLITICS

A Nation Reflects After Another Life Lost

The country was hit by a storm of emotions, not just snow, after the recent events in Minneapolis. People everywhere were glued to their screens, watching the chaos unfold. Protesters and police faced off, tear gas filled the air, and once again, a video showed a person shot by a federal agent. The

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Jan 24 2026EDUCATION

A New Hub for Science and Tech at William & Mary

William & Mary has just opened a shiny new building for science and tech students. It's called the Integrated Science Center 4, and it's part of a bigger plan to boost research and learning. The building is a big deal because it's the first new school in 50 years! The new building is home to comput

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Jan 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Wild Ride Through Beauty and Horror

The creators of The Beauty, Ryan Murphy and Matthew Hodgson, took a unique approach to the story. They expanded on the idea of a drug that makes people look perfect but has terrible consequences. The show is a mix of fantasy and horror, showing both the appeal of youthful bodies and the scary side o

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Jan 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Time Traveling Steampunk Adventure: inXile's Bold New Xbox RPG

inXile Entertainment is cooking up something big with Clockwork Revolution. This isn't just another game; it's a time-bending steampunk RPG that's been six years in the making. The studio's head, Brian Fargo, calls it their most ambitious project yet. Imagine a city called Avalon, where your choices

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Iran's Nuclear Tensions: A Test of Patience and Compliance

Iran's nuclear program is under the microscope again. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is growing impatient. They want answers about Iran's uranium stockpiles and damaged nuclear sites. Three key facilities—Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan—were bombed last June. The IAEA hasn't been able to

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Jan 20 2026POLITICS

Israel's Bold Move Against UNRWA: What's Really Going On?

Israel has taken a strong step against the UN agency helping Palestinian refugees. They destroyed two UNRWA buildings in East Jerusalem. One was an office in Sheikh Jarrah, and the other was a school in Qalandia. This is part of a bigger plan to stop UNRWA from working in areas Israel controls. UNR

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Jan 18 2026SCIENCE

Progress Stories from Around the Globe

Around the world, things are getting better in surprising ways. Let's look at some cool examples. First, education is a big deal. A smart study showed that school has helped a lot of people get out of poverty. From 1980 to 2019, education made up about 45% of global economic growth. For the poorest

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Jan 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Zombie Flick Takes Top Spot at the Box Office

A new zombie movie has taken the lead at the North American box office. "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple" made a strong debut, earning $5. 6 million on its first day. This is the fourth movie in the popular zombie series. It played in over 3, 500 theaters across the country. Experts think it could m

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Jan 17 2026POLITICS

Uganda's Pop Star Politician Faces Mystery Detention

In a dramatic turn of events, Ugandan pop star turned politician, Bobi Wine, found himself in the middle of a political storm. His National Unity Platform party reported that he was taken from his home by the military. They forced him into a helicopter and flew him to an unknown destination. This ha

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