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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Bitcoin-Backed Loans: A Risky Bet for Big Investors?

Big investors are eyeing Bitcoin-backed loans, but Fitch Ratings, a major credit rating agency, has a warning: these loans are risky business. Why? Because Bitcoin's price swings wildly, and that volatility can quickly turn these loans sour. Fitch pointed out that these loans are often backed by Bi

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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 2026BUSINESS

Kustom Entertainment's Big Shift: Focusing on Music and Tickets

Kustom Entertainment, Inc. has just sold its majority stake in Nobility Healthcare, LLC. This move is part of a bigger plan to focus more on live events and online ticketing. The company sold its 51% share to the current 49% owner for about $1. 45 million. This deal closed on January 8, 2026. The pa

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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 12 2026WEATHER

Washington's Wet Weekend: Floods, Avalanches, and Weather Warnings

Rainy days are back in Washington, and not everyone is happy about it. Over the weekend, an atmospheric river dumped a lot of water on the state, causing floods and even avalanches. Now, parts of Washington are still dealing with the aftermath. The National Weather Service (NWS) warned that western

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Jan 12 2026POLITICS

US Moves in Venezuela: A Wake-Up Call for China

The recent U. S. military action in Venezuela, which resulted in the capture of President Nicolas Maduro, has sent a clear message to China: the U. S. is serious about keeping its influence out of the Americas. This move is part of a larger strategy to counter China's growing presence in the region,

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Jan 11 2026SPORTS

Bears Coach's Fiery Victory Speech Sparks Rivalry Talk

Ben Johnson, the Bears' coach, made headlines after a big win against the Packers. After the game, he was seen giving a cold handshake to Matt LaFleur, the Packers' coach. But that was just the start of it. In a video that went viral, Johnson was heard shouting, "F the Packers! F them! " in the loc

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Jan 11 2026POLITICS

Big Money Moves to Stop California's Billionaire Tax Plan

California's super-rich are worried. A new plan to tax their wealth is on the table. And they're not happy about it. So, they're fighting back. With big money. Peter Thiel, a well-known venture capitalist, just donated $3 million to stop this plan. He gave the money to a group called Californians A

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Jan 11 2026WEATHER

Skiers Face Nature's Wrath: Avalanches Strike in Colorado and California

In the world of winter sports, danger often lurks beneath the beautiful snow-covered slopes. Recently, skiers in Colorado faced this reality when they accidentally triggered an avalanche. On January 10, a group was skiing in the upper chute of the Haiyaha Couloir when a wind slab avalanche suddenly

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Jan 11 2026OPINION

Lessons on the Court: What Are We Really Teaching Our Kids?

In Portland, a middle school basketball team is learning more than just the game. The King Middle School eighth-grade team is made up mostly of new players and first-time coaches. They are trying their best, but wins are not coming easy. The team has lost every game, often by a large margin. During

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