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Jan 21 2026HEALTH

Measles Surge: South Carolina's Growing Outbreak and Vaccination Concerns

South Carolina is grappling with a significant measles outbreak, with 88 new cases confirmed recently, pushing the total to 646. The majority of these cases are concentrated in the Upstate region, particularly around Spartanburg County, which shares a border with North Carolina. Currently, 538 indi

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Jan 21 2026SPORTS

Juventus' New Striker: Hope or Hype?

Juventus are looking at Jean-Philippe Mateta as a possible new striker. They are thinking about this because Dusan Vlahovic might leave. Vlahovic's contract is up, and Juventus are not sure if he will stay. So, they are looking for someone else. Mateta is a good player. He wants to do well and play

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Jan 21 2026HEALTH

What Do Neighbours Think About Alcohol Access?

People living in Scotland have strong views on how easy it is to get alcohol and how this affects their drinking habits. Understanding these views is crucial for making rules that work for everyone. Scotland has a big problem with alcohol. Many people drink too much, and this causes harm to their h

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Jan 21 2026HEALTH

HPV Vaccine: A Missed Chance for Girls in North India

In North India, many secondary school girls and their moms don't know much about the HPV vaccine. This is a big problem. The vaccine can stop cervical cancer. But if people don't know about it, they can't use it. This is a chance we're missing. Cervical cancer is a big deal. It's a serious disease.

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Jan 21 2026CELEBRITIES

Valerie Bertinelli's Journey to Self-Acceptance

Valerie Bertinelli has shared a tough part of her life. She talked about being fired from a weight loss brand. This happened after she gained weight. She was a spokesperson for them. She had lost 50 pounds. But life got hard. She could not keep the weight off. She talked about this on a talk show.

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Jan 21 2026FINANCE

Stamford Boosts Police Force with New Hires

Stamford is getting more police officers. The Board of Finance just said yes to hiring five new ones. This is not as many as the police wanted, but it is a start. The city will also use some federal money to help pay for it. This money comes with a catch: Stamford has to match it with its own funds.

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Jan 21 2026EDUCATION

Penn University Stands Up to Government Request for Jewish Faculty and Staff Data

Penn University has taken a strong stance against a government request for personal information of Jewish faculty, staff, and students. The university argues that handing over such data is not only unnecessary but also raises serious privacy and safety concerns. The request came from the Equal Empl

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Jan 21 2026BUSINESS

Southwest Florida's Innovators Shine in Global Competition

Southwest Florida is making waves in the innovation world. Five local businesses have made it to the finals of the 2026 Edison Awards, a big deal that celebrates groundbreaking products and services. This isn't just any competition—it's international, and the finalists are up against some serious gl

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Jan 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Who's Winning the Instagram Game in 2025?

In 2025, Instagram became a big deal for tracking what's hot in American culture. Unlike old-school metrics like Billboard charts or TV ratings, Instagram follower growth showed who was making waves right now. It wasn't just about who had the most followers, but who was gaining them the fastest. Thi

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Jan 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Hersheypark's Big Splash: What's New for 2026?

Get ready for a wet and wild time at Hersheypark in 2026! The park is making a big splash with some awesome upgrades to its water attractions. Two new play areas are coming to Bayside Pier, packed with 45 different water features. One of them, called The Inlet, will have a shaded zone with dolphins

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