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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

Why Are We Not Talking About the Real Issues?

In a recent hearing, a lawmaker shifted the focus away from Minnesota's fraud problems. Instead, she brought up crimes by "White men" and "American citizens. " This happened while the state's governor, Tim Walz, announced he wouldn't run again. New reports show Minnesota might have lost $9 billion d

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Jan 08 2026RELIGION

A Year of Faith and Politics: 2025's Biggest Religion Moments

In 2025, religion and politics made headlines together. The Religion News Association picked the year's top stories. Two big events shared the top spot in the U. S. : the election of a new pope and the heated debates around immigration. Pope Leo XIV, the new pope, made waves early on. On Pentecost

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Jan 08 2026FINANCE

Smart Ways to Use Personal Loans in 2026

In 2026, personal loan rates are looking pretty good. LightStream is offering the lowest rates, starting at 6. 24%. Wells Fargo and American Express are close behind, with rates as low as 6. 74% and 6. 99%, respectively. These rates are important because they show how much it costs to borrow money.

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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

Chicago's Financial Future: Layoffs Loom as CFO Exits

Chicago is in a bit of a pickle. The city's top money manager is leaving, and the mayor is talking about possible job cuts. This is all happening after a recent budget showdown. The mayor, Brandon Johnson, is trying to stay positive about finding a new finance chief, but he's also warning that layof

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

A New Way to Check Radiation Therapy Accuracy

Radiation therapy is a crucial treatment for cancer. It uses high-energy beams to target and destroy cancer cells. But, it's not as simple as it sounds. Doctors must plan carefully. They need to make sure the right dose of radiation goes to the right place. Traditional methods of checking this plan

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Jan 08 2026BUSINESS

The Leather Jacket Legacy: Jensen Huang's Style Statement

Jensen Huang, the CEO of Nvidia, is famous for his black leather jackets. These are not just any jackets. They are high-end fashion pieces. Some cost thousands of dollars. Huang has been wearing these jackets for years. He even jokes about it. He once said he is known as the guy in the leather jacke

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

How Exercise Can Help People With Severe Obesity

People with severe obesity face many health challenges. A recent study looked at how exercise can help. The focus was on how different types of exercise affect health markers. These markers include things like body fat, fitness levels, and metabolic syndrome. The study divided people into groups ba

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Jan 08 2026SPORTS

Two Fighters, One Grappling Match: Poirier and Tsarukyan's Unlikely Showdown

Dustin Poirier and Arman Tsarukyan are in early talks for a grappling match in February. This is not your typical UFC fight. Poirier, who retired last summer after two decades in the sport, is looking for a way to stay competitive without the intense training and weight cuts. Tsarukyan, on the other

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Exploring the Impact of Spinal Cord Stimulation on Pain and Movement

Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) is a treatment that sends mild electric pulses to the spine. It's mainly used to help people with nerve pain, also called neuropathic pain. But how does it affect how much people move around and how confident they feel about managing their pain? That's what researchers

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Jan 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Takes Center Stage in Fiserv's New Partnership

Fiserv, a major player in the financial tech world, has teamed up with Microsoft to supercharge its AI game. This isn't just about keeping up with the times; it's about setting the pace. By integrating AI into their platforms and tools, Fiserv aims to boost productivity and deliver smarter solutions

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