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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

A Shaky Start for CBS Evening News' New Host

CBS Evening News is facing a rough patch. A top producer, Javier Guzman, was fired. This happened after the show's new host, Tony Dokoupil, had a bumpy first week. Guzman was the second-in-command producer. He was let go after Wednesday's broadcast. The reason for his firing is unclear. It might no

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Music and Politics: Why Artists Are Walking Away from the Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center, a famous stage for music and art, is facing a wave of cancellations. Artists are choosing to step back, and it's not just about music anymore. It's about something bigger: politics. Sonia De Los Santos, a singer known for her uplifting songs about immigrants, was supposed to per

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Jan 09 2026BUSINESS

GM's EV U-Turn: A $6 Billion Lesson

General Motors is facing a huge financial setback. They just announced a $6 billion loss. This is because they are slowing down their electric vehicle (EV) plans. It's not the first time they've taken a hit. Back in October, they already reported a $1. 6 billion loss for the same reason. This chang

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Jan 09 2026CRYPTO

Who Will Mint the Digital Won?

South Korea is in a pickle over who should be allowed to create a digital version of its currency, the won. The country's central bank wants banks to be in charge, but others think this could stifle competition and innovation. The Bank of Korea argues that banks should control the issuance of won-b

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Jan 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

Big Money Moves: Startups Get Funded for AI, Health, and More

On January 8, 2026, investors poured money into startups working on AI, healthcare, and other cutting-edge tech. The big winners included xAI, which raised a whopping $20 billion to build advanced AI systems, and Cyera, which got $400 million to help companies keep their AI secure. In the world of

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Jan 09 2026EDUCATION

Cooper Union Tackles Campus Harassment

Cooper Union, a well-known school in New York, has agreed to make changes to address antisemitism and other forms of harassment on its campus. This decision comes after a legal battle with ten Jewish students who claimed the school did not protect them during a protest. The students said they were

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Jan 09 2026SCIENCE

Space Rocks Spinning Faster Than Ever Before

Astronomers have found a bunch of asteroids that are spinning super fast. One of them is really big and spins so quickly that it completes a full rotation in just about two minutes. This is a big deal because most asteroids are like loose piles of rocks. They are held together by gravity, not streng

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Jan 09 2026OPINION

Anchorage's Child Care Dilemma: Learning from Minnesota's Mistakes

Anchorage is thinking about using local money to support child care. Some people say this is a bad idea because of a fraud scandal in Minnesota. But is this a fair comparison? Minnesota's problem was with federal money. The money went through many hands before reaching the day cares. When fraud was

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Jan 09 2026FINANCE

Investors of agilon health, inc. (NYSE: AGL) - What You Need to Know

Investors who bought shares of agilon health, inc. (NYSE: AGL) between February 26, 2025, and August 4, 2025, might want to pay attention. A law firm is reaching out to these investors, suggesting they could be part of a class action lawsuit. The firm claims that during this time, the company made

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Recovering Lost Funds: A Plan to Boost Defense Spending

The U. S. Treasury Secretary has a bold plan to fund a massive defense budget increase. The idea? Recover money lost to fraud, waste, and abuse. This isn't just any plan—it's a strategy to tap into funds that have been mismanaged or stolen, particularly from welfare programs. Minnesota is at the ce

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