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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Lawmakers Kick Off 2026 Session: What's on the Agenda?

The 2026 legislative session has begun, and it's time to see what our lawmakers have in store. This year, the focus seems to be on education and healthcare, with a few surprises thrown in. But will they actually get anything done? First off, let's talk about education. It's no secret that our schoo

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Greenland Tensions: EU Weighs Unprecedented Response to Trump's Tariffs

The European Union is under pressure to take a stand. Why? Because U. S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose more tariffs on several European countries. The reason? Trump wants to buy Greenland, an Arctic island that belongs to Denmark. This isn't just about Greenland, though. It's abou

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Jan 19 2026EDUCATION

Indiana's Big Move to Improve College Grants

Indiana is shaking things up with its college grant program. The state's higher education commission wants to hear from everyone about how they hand out the Frank O'Bannon Grant. This grant is a big deal for students from low-income families, giving out around $168 million to about 37, 000 students

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Uganda's Internet Returns, But Social Media Stays Blocked

Uganda's internet is back on, but not all the way. After a few days of being cut off, people could reconnect to the web late on Saturday night. However, social media platforms remain blocked. This happened right after President Yoweri Museveni won his sixth term in office. He's been in power for ove

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Jan 19 2026CRYPTO

Why is the U. S. Bitcoin Reserve Taking So Long?

The U. S. government has been working on setting up a Bitcoin reserve since March 2025. The plan is to use Bitcoin that has been seized by federal agencies. However, the process is taking longer than expected. The White House crypto advisor, Patrick Witt, recently talked about the delays. He mentio

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Jan 19 2026CRYPTO

Why Justin Sun Wants to Chat with Elon Musk for $30 Million

Justin Sun, a big name in the crypto world, is ready to shell out $30 million for a one-hour chat with Elon Musk. This isn't his first big spend. He's known for dropping serious cash on unusual items, like a banana taped to a wall for $6. 2 million and a fancy dinner with Warren Buffett for $4. 6 mi

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Jan 19 2026OPINION

Local News in Crisis: How Nonprofits Are Stepping Up

Local newspapers are shutting down at an alarming rate. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, a well-known newspaper, recently stopped printing due to a legal battle with its employees. This is not an isolated incident. Over the past two decades, thousands of newspapers have closed, leaving many communities

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

Santa Fe Brewing Takes a Bold Step with New Mexico's First Non-Alcoholic Beer

Santa Fe Brewing, a well-known name in New Mexico's craft beer scene, has just launched something new and exciting. They've created the first non-alcoholic beer brewed in the state. This isn't just any non-alcoholic beer, though. It's a Pilsner called Santa Fe NA, and it's made using a special yeast

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Jan 19 2026ENVIRONMENT

How a Nonprofit Newsroom is Changing the Climate Conversation

In a world where information is often hidden behind paywalls or cluttered with ads, there's a newsroom that's doing things differently. Inside Climate News (ICN) is a nonprofit organization that provides free access to its climate and environmental news. They don't charge subscription fees or bombar

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Jan 19 2026LIFESTYLE

Preserving Freshness: A Beginner's Guide to Home Canning

Home canning is a practical way to keep the best of the season's fruits and vegetables for later. It might seem tricky at first, but with some learning and the right tools, anyone can do it. However, it's crucial to follow trusted recipes closely because canning is a precise process. Experts stress

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