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Jan 20 2026EDUCATION

Utah's Bold Move: Should Third Graders Be Held Back for Reading?

Utah is considering a big change in how it handles reading skills for third graders. Governor Spencer Cox wants to make sure kids can read well before moving on to the next grade. He thinks holding students back might help them in the long run, even if it's tough in the short term. To make this wor

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Jan 20 2026ENVIRONMENT

Farmers and the Struggle with Nitrogen Rules in Germany

In Germany, farmers face tough rules about nitrogen use. These rules are meant to protect the environment. But farmers have different ideas about how well these rules work. A recent study looked at how farmers in Lower Saxony feel about these rules. It found two main groups. One group doubts the ru

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Jan 20 2026POLITICS

Hungary's Opposition Brings in Big Business Brain to Fix the Economy

Hungary is gearing up for a big election in April. The opposition is making a bold move. They've brought in a top business leader to help fix the country's struggling economy. Peter Magyar leads the opposition. He's chosen Istvan Kapitany for a key role. Kapitany used to be a big shot at Shell. He

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

U. S. Catholic Leaders Question Country's Global Stance

Top Catholic leaders in the U. S. have raised serious concerns about the country's actions on the world stage. They believe America's moral authority has been weakened. This is a big deal because these leaders usually stay out of political discussions. Three important archbishops made a strong stat

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Trump's Healthcare Plan: More Talk, Less Action

After years of promises, the White House finally unveiled its so-called "Great Healthcare Plan. " But let's be real, it's not great, and it's barely a plan. It's more like a collection of vague ideas, some of which don't make much sense. First off, the plan suggests that the government will pay peo

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

A Closer Look at King's Dream and Today's Reality

Martin Luther King Jr. had a powerful vision. He dreamed of a future where people wouldn't be judged by their skin color but by who they are inside. This idea is still important today. Some people use this idea to argue against programs that help certain groups. They say King's dream is about treat

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Jan 19 2026CRYPTO

The Trump Crypto Frenzy: A Year of Ups and Downs

The Trump meme coin, called TRUMP, has been a wild ride. It started with a huge splash and is now worth a lot less. But the story doesn't end there. The Trump family has made over a billion dollars from different crypto projects. This includes the TRUMP coin, World Liberty Financial, and even a toke

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Cincinnati's Fight for Fairness: Honoring Dr. King's Legacy

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 's dream of a "beloved community" is still a work in progress in Cincinnati. The MLK Coalition is pushing for real change, not just words. They want to see fairness in schools, homes, jobs, and health care. This is not about one day of speeches. It's about daily action. C

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

Big Changes in Brazil's Financial Watchdog

Brazil's finance chief, Fernando Haddad, is pushing for a major shift in how the country's investment funds are overseen. He wants the central bank to take on this role, which is currently handled by the CVM, the securities regulator. This idea is still up for discussion among key government bodies,

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Indonesia's Central Bank Faces New Leadership Shake-Up

Indonesia's central bank, Bank Indonesia (BI), is in the spotlight again. The president, Prabowo Subianto, has picked his nephew, Thomas Djiwandono, for a top role. This move has raised eyebrows, especially since Djiwandono isn't your typical central banker. He's a former businessman and current dep

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