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Jan 12 2026CRIME

A Deadly Mishap at a Michigan Metal Supply Business

A tragic accident took place at a metal supply company in Greenville, Michigan, on a Saturday morning. A 26-year-old man named Daniel Evans lost his life when he got trapped between a flatbed truck and its cab. He was helping to deliver a scrapped forklift for a local company at Greenville Steel. T

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Jan 12 2026CRIME

New York's Teen Crime Wave: Is Raise the Age Law Failing?

New York City's crime rates have been dropping, but there's a troubling exception: teen crime. In 2025, juvenile crime rates kept climbing, despite overall crime rates going down. This has people wondering if the state's 2018 Raise the Age law is part of the problem. The Raise the Age law changed t

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Jan 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebs Turning a Year Older on January 11, 2026

January 11, 2026, marks the birthday of several notable figures in entertainment and history. Among them are Mary J. Blige, Aja Naomi King, and others who have made significant contributions to their respective fields. Mary J. Blige, the renowned singer, is celebrating her 55th birthday. She is not

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Jan 11 2026RELIGION

Tokyo's Chilly New Year Tradition: A Dive into Ice

In Tokyo, there's a tradition that might sound like a dare. People take a plunge into freezing water. Why? It's all about starting the year fresh. This happens at Teppozu Inari Shrine. It's not just a swim. It's a ritual. People believe it cleanses their spirit. They hope for good health in the new

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Jan 11 2026FINANCE

Newtek Business: Mixed Signals from Analysts

Newtek Business, a company listed on NASDAQ as NEWT, has been in the spotlight recently due to mixed signals from financial analysts. Two analysts, Tim Switzer from KBW and Crispin Love from Piper Sandler, both recommended a "Hold" rating for the stock. However, TipRanks – OpenAI, an AI-driven platf

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Jan 11 2026LIFESTYLE

South Jersey's Food and Drink Scene: What's New and What's Gone

South Jersey's food lovers are in for some changes. Costello's Pizzeria, a favorite spot in Historic Smithville's Village Greene, is closing its doors this weekend. This news might make some folks sad, but it's also a chance to explore other places. There are plenty of new spots to try. The area is

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Jan 11 2026ENVIRONMENT

Harnessing the Ocean's Power: Tidal Energy's Rise

Tidal energy is gaining attention as a dependable source of clean power. Unlike solar and wind, it's not affected by weather changes. This makes it a strong contender in the renewable energy mix. However, it's still in its early stages of commercial use. There are different types of tidal energy. T

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Jan 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Avatar 3 Keeps Winning at the Box Office

Avatar: Fire and Ash is still the king of the box office. It's been on top for four weekends now. This is not a surprise. The movie is doing well, but not as well as the first two Avatar films. It has made over $1 billion worldwide in just three weekends. That's a big deal. New movies are trying to

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Jan 11 2026BUSINESS

Yorkville's Newest Helpers in Tough Times

Yorkville is getting a new kind of helper. Aftermath Services is opening a big new place in town. They are experts in cleaning up after really hard situations. Think crime scenes or accidents. Their new spot is at 1215 Deer St. It's a huge 5, 000-square-foot space. This means they can help more peop

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Jan 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities Speak Out: From Plastic Surgery to Hollywood Truths

Bradley Cooper recently addressed rumors about him getting plastic surgery. He mentioned that fans have told him he looks "good. " This sparked conversations about how celebrities are often scrutinized for their appearances. Meanwhile, Jenny McCarthy made headlines by criticizing "The View. " She st

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