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Jan 22 2026WEATHER

Decoding Winter Weather Lingo

Winter storms are rolling in, and with them come a bunch of confusing terms. What's the deal with all these weather words? Let's break it down. First up, blizzards. You might think a blizzard is just a bunch of snow, but it's more than that. The National Weather Service says a blizzard happens when

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Jan 22 2026SPORTS

Seattle vs. Los Angeles: Who Will Make It to the Super Bowl?

The NFC Championship is set to be a thrilling showdown between the Seattle Seahawks and the Los Angeles Rams. These two teams have a history of close games, making this matchup even more exciting. In their two previous meetings this season, the outcomes were decided by just a single point. The Rams

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Jan 22 2026SPORTS

Rams Tackle Communication Hurdles for Seattle Showdown

The Los Angeles Rams are facing a big challenge this week. They need to improve their communication on the field. This is especially important because they are playing against the Seattle Seahawks. The Seahawks are known for their loud and intense home crowd. This can make it hard for the Rams to he

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Jan 22 2026POLITICS

Breaking the Cycle: How Diversion Programs Can Change Lives

In California, a unique program offered a second chance to someone who once saw no future beyond prison or an early death. Today, that person is a college graduate and an advocate for criminal justice reform. The turning point? A diversion program that provided support instead of incarceration. Div

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Jan 22 2026ENVIRONMENT

How China's Farms Can Grow More Food and Reduce Pollution

China's farms are a major source of pollution, contributing to 17% of the country's greenhouse gas emissions. However, the need to increase food production presents a challenge. The tools farmers use, such as tractors, pesticides, fertilizers, and plastic sheets, play a significant role in this dile

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Jan 22 2026POLITICS

A Fresh Start for Fire Victims

The LA City Council’s Budget and Finance Committee made a step in the right direction. They decided to waive permit fees for victims of the Palisades Fire. This is a good move, but it's a bit late. The full council should approve this soon. It's unfair to charge people to rebuild their homes. The c

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Jan 22 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Messy Truth Behind America's Factory Farms

America's factory farms, or CAFOs, produce a staggering amount of waste. This waste often ends up in our rivers and lakes, making them unsafe for swimming or fishing. The problem is that these farms are not held to the same environmental standards as other industries. Unlike factories, they don't ha

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Jan 22 2026HEALTH

What's Really Hurting Our Chances of Having Kids?

In Australia, a big study looked at why some women struggle to have kids. It checked out both things they can control, like lifestyle choices, and things they can't, like health issues. The goal was to see which factors really matter when it comes to fertility problems over time. Lifestyle choices,

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Jan 22 2026ENVIRONMENT

How Wetlands Can Help Clean Water in Small Towns

Wetlands are a cheap and easy way to clean water in small towns. But, most studies on these wetlands don't look at how they work when water flow changes throughout the day. This is important because water use in small towns isn't constant. In a recent study, three types of wetlands were tested. The

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Jan 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

TikTok's New Tricks for Movie and Show Lovers

TikTok is rolling out two fresh ad options. These are made to help movie studios and streaming services turn all the hype on TikTok into real sales and new sign-ups. The goal? To show users content they will love. The new Streaming Ads feature uses Smart+, TikTok’s AI-powered toolkit. This tool is

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