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Jan 17 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Judge Limits Federal Agents' Actions Against Peaceful Observers

A Minnesota judge has set boundaries for federal agents operating in the Minneapolis area. They can no longer detain or use tear gas on peaceful protesters who are simply watching them work. This ruling came after six local activists took legal action, backed by the American Civil Liberties Union (A

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Jan 17 2026CELEBRITIES

Kourtney Kardashian's Journey: 3 Years Alcohol-Free

Kourtney Kardashian has something big to celebrate. She has been sober for three whole years! This news came out when she was trying out her sister Khloe's new popcorn flavor. They offered her a fancy drink without alcohol, and she was happy to have it. She even shared this happy moment on her Insta

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Jan 17 2026HEALTH

Fixing Tubes: How Robots Are Changing Kidney Surgery

Robots are now helping doctors fix problems in the tubes that carry pee from the kidneys. These tubes are called ureters. When they get too narrow, it's called a stricture. This can cause pain and make it hard for the body to get rid of waste. Doctors have been fixing these problems for a long time

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Jan 17 2026HEALTH

How Lifestyle Changes Can Help Manage Chronic Illnesses

In the Netherlands, general practitioners and social workers are teaming up to help people with long-term health issues. The goal? To help these individuals live better lives by making healthier choices. But how can this teamwork be improved? First, it's important to understand the current situatio

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Jan 17 2026ENVIRONMENT

Aurora's East Colfax: A Test Case for Environmental Fairness

In a move to tackle environmental injustice, Colorado is putting a spotlight on Aurora's East Colfax neighborhood. This area will be the first in the state to undergo a detailed study on how pollution, scorching heat, and other environmental factors are affecting the health and daily lives of its re

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Jan 17 2026EDUCATION

Why Families Are Choosing Cyber Schools Over Traditional Ones

Families in Pennsylvania are turning to cyber schools like Commonwealth Charter Academy (CCA) because traditional school districts aren't meeting their needs. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the shortcomings of both in-person and online programs offered by these districts. Instead of blaming cyber

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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 2026ENVIRONMENT

Building Smarter: How Taking Apart Can Help Us Build Better

Panasonic is making waves with a new approach to product design. They are using robots and smart software to make appliances easier to take apart. This isn't just about fixing things; it's about making products last longer and reducing waste. The idea is to design products that can be easily disasse

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Jan 17 2026SCIENCE

How a Tiny Helper Boosts Big Chemical Reactions

Scientists have found a clever way to make chemical reactions happen faster. They used a tiny helper called imidazole (ImH) to boost the speed of a reaction that breaks down a pollutant called 2, 4-chlorophenol. The reaction was 110 times faster than before! Here's how it works: The ImH sticks to t

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Jan 17 2026FINANCE

Trump's Bond Buying Spree: A Mix of Corporate and Local Investments

Recent reports reveal that former U. S. President Donald Trump made quite a few investments in bonds. From mid-November to late December, he bought bonds worth around $100 million. These included both municipal and corporate bonds. Most of these bonds were from local entities like cities, school di

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