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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Finland's Big Move: A Billion NOK in Green Bonds

Finland's Municipality Finance Plc is making a bold move. They're issuing notes worth NOK 1 billion. These notes will mature in 2032. The interest rate isn't fixed. It floats based on the 3-month Nibor rate plus 18 basis points. This isn't a small deal. It's part of a much bigger plan. MuniFin has

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Jan 13 2026CRYPTO

Big Bitcoin Move: Old Miner Shakes Up Crypto World

A big deal just happened in the crypto world. Someone who mined Bitcoin way back in the early days moved a huge amount of it. We're talking about 2, 000 BTC, which is worth over $180 million now. That's a lot of money! This person hadn't touched these coins in over 15 years. They sent them to Coinba

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Jan 13 2026HEALTH

Understanding the PASE Scale: A Closer Look at Self-Disengagement

The PASE scale is a tool designed to measure how much someone avoids their own thoughts, feelings, and memories. This avoidance is believed to be a key factor in trauma-related mental health issues. A recent study set out to test the reliability of the English version of this scale and explore its c

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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 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 2026CRIME

The Mysterious Case of the Ohio Dentist and His Wife

A sad event happened in Columbus, Ohio. A dentist named Spencer Tepe and his wife, Monique, were found dead in their home. They had two young kids, who were not hurt. Spencer was a well-liked dentist. His coworkers called the police when he didn't show up for work one morning. That's when the polic

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Jan 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Games Should Be Fun, Not Preachy

John Gibson, once the head of Tripwire Interactive, has returned to the gaming world with a new mission. He now leads Templar Media, a company that puts fun first in games. This is a big change from his past role, where he stepped down after a tweet about a controversial law. Gibson noticed somethi

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Women's Role in Modern Social Movements

Some women, especially those without children, often find purpose in social causes. This can lead to intense activism, sometimes bordering on extremism. One example is the strong reactions against immigration enforcement agencies. These women, driven by a desire to protect and nurture, may see thems

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Jan 13 2026SCIENCE

Is the World Really as Bad as It Seems?

People often think the world is getting worse. They see rude behavior, online trolls, and bad news everywhere. It feels like kindness is disappearing. But is this really true? Research shows that most people still value kindness and honesty. A big study with over 32, 000 people from different cultu

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Jan 13 2026CRIME

Marriage Isn't a Free Pass: Judge Rejects Defense in Rape Conspiracy Case

A federal judge has made it clear that marriage and monogamy don't shield someone from serious charges. Judge Valerie E. Caproni recently turned down a request from Alon Alexander, who wanted to use his 2019 engagement and marriage as a defense in his upcoming trial. Alexander, along with his brothe

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