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Jan 17 2026POLITICS

Science and Medical Grants: A Step Forward, But Not Far Enough

The government has decided to look at thousands of research grants again. These grants were put on hold because they included diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is good news, but it's not time to celebrate yet. The grants in question come from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Nat

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Jan 17 2026HEALTH

How UK Health Workers Tackle Drinking Problems

In the UK, too many people are dying from alcohol. The problem is worse for those who are not well-off. The government knows this and wants to do something about it. But how? There are people who work on these issues. They have ideas on how to help. But no one has really asked them what they think.

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Jan 17 2026SPORTS

A Young Cricketer's Mistake Sparks Big Questions

In a surprising turn of events, a young Pakistani cricketer's strange behavior during a crucial Under-19 World Cup match has left everyone scratching their heads. The incident happened during a tight game against England in Harare, where Pakistan was chasing a target of 211 runs. With only one wick

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Jan 17 2026WEATHER

Weekend Snow and Bitter Cold: What's in Store?

The weather is taking a turn this weekend. A low-pressure system that's been hanging around the Great Lakes is finally moving out. Some places got a good amount of snow, but we don't have reports from last night or this morning. However, there were some reports from Friday evening. Dry air messed w

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Jan 17 2026EDUCATION

Houston Takes the Lead in Texas' School Voucher Program

Texas is about to start a big new school voucher program called the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA). This $1. 1 billion initiative, supported by Governor Greg Abbott, will start taking applications on February 4. Families have until March 17 to apply, but there's a cap of 90, 000 students fo

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Jan 17 2026EDUCATION

A New Chapter for Capitol View Elementary

In a move set to transform education in Atlanta, the old Capitol View Elementary School is getting a fresh start. The building, which has been empty since 2017, is set to become the TGR Learning Lab Atlanta. This project is a team effort between Atlanta Public Schools (APS), the TGR Foundation, and

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Jan 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A New Soda Trend: Is Olipop's Shirley Temple Worth the Hype?

Olipop's latest soda, Shirley Temple, has taken the internet by storm. This vanilla and cherry-flavored drink is part of the growing trend of mocktails, especially popular during Dry January. The brand has gained significant attention, not just for its taste but also for its celebrity endorsements a

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Jan 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Captains at the Helm of Star Wars: What's Next?

After more than 13 years, Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down from her role at Lucasfilm. Dave Filoni is taking over as president and chief creative officer, with Lynwen Brennan as co-president. This change comes after a mixed bag of successes and controversies under Kennedy's leadership. Kennedy joi

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Jan 17 2026POLITICS

Money Talks: Texas Senator Candidate's Surprising Donors

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a Texas Democrat with a fiery reputation, is making waves in her U. S. Senate run. What's surprising is where her campaign cash is coming from. Big names in tech and crypto, usually seen backing Republicans, are opening their wallets for her. Marc Andreessen, a tech billionai

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Jan 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

UK Cloud Services Get a Security Boost

Rackspace Technology has just earned a special badge for its UK cloud services. This badge, called VMware Sovereign Cloud Partner Status, shows that Rackspace can keep UK data safe and sound within the country. This is big news for organizations that need to keep their data under tight control. The

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