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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Iran's Economic Unrest: A Closer Look at the Growing Protests

Protests have been happening in Iran for nine days now. They started because of money problems. The currency is losing value, and prices are going up. Rights groups say at least 25 people have died. More than 1, 000 people have been arrested. These protests are not as big as the ones in 2022-23. Th

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Jan 06 2026SPORTS

How Well Can You Guess Your Lifting Speed?

People often wonder how well they can judge their own strength and speed when lifting weights. A recent study dug into this, focusing on the bench press. The goal was to see if people could accurately sense how fast they were lifting different weights. First, the participants went through some prac

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Journalists Face Trouble in Venezuela

In Venezuela, things got tense for media workers recently. More than a dozen journalists were held for a while on Monday. They were just doing their jobs, covering events in Caracas. This included a march backing former President Nicolas Maduro and the start of a new legislature. All of them were le

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Democrats Shine Spotlight on Election Threats and January 6 Aftermath

House Democrats are set to hold a forum to discuss the ongoing threats to elections and public safety, five years after the January 6 riot at the U. S. Capitol. This event, organized by the minority party, aims to highlight concerns about election integrity and the impact of former President Donald

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Jan 06 2026SCIENCE

Flying Foxes and the Science They Helped Uncover

In the world of science, animals often play a big role. But how do we know if the tools we use on them cause any harm? This is a big question. In 2018, two male grey-headed flying-foxes, named Brian and David, were caught in Adelaide Botanic Park. They were part of a group of nine bats studied. Bria

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Jan 06 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Birthdays: A Look at January 6th's Stars

January 6th is a special day for many famous faces. It's the day when actors, singers, and other stars celebrate their birthdays. This year, some well-known names are joining the party. Norman Reedus, famous for his role in "The Walking Dead, " is turning 57. He's not just an actor; he's also a dad

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Jan 06 2026CELEBRITIES

Denim Takes the Spotlight at Critics' Choice

At the Critics' Choice Awards, Amy Madigan made a bold choice. She swapped the usual fancy dresses for a stylish denim combo. Her outfit included light wash wide-leg jeans and a detailed denim blazer. This look was far from typical for a red carpet, but it worked well. She paired it with sleek boots

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Jan 06 2026CELEBRITIES

Fabulous Over Forty: Stars Who Own Their Beach Bodies

Age is just a number, right? These stars prove it! Many celebrities over 40 are rocking swimsuits and looking amazing. They show that age doesn't define fitness or style. Take Jennifer Lopez, for example. She has a six-pack that many younger people would envy. Cindy Crawford and Christie Brinkley? T

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

A Hotel's Shameful Refusal

A Hampton Inn in Minneapolis made headlines for the wrong reasons. This hotel, part of the Hilton family, was caught on camera turning away Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agents. The agents were in town to investigate fraud, but the hotel had other plans. They sent an email saying they wouldn

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Jan 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Portland Takes a Stand: New Fee for Big Venues to Boost Local Arts

Portland has just made a big move to support local arts. The City Council voted to make large entertainment venues chip in a small portion of their ticket sales. This money will go into a special fund to help out local artists and small venues. The new rule applies to places that can hold over 2, 0

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