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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

U. S. Visa Revocations Surge Under New Policies

The U. S. government has canceled over 100, 000 visas since the start of the current administration. This sharp increase is part of a broader effort to tighten immigration rules. The administration has also made it harder to get visas by adding more checks, including social media reviews. Most of t

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Jan 13 2026CRIME

A Mother's Tragic Descent: Understanding Andrea Yates' Story

Andrea Yates' name became known across the country after a terrible event in 2001. She was a mother of five who struggled with serious mental health issues. Her story is now being told in a new documentary series. But what happened to her after that tragic day? Yates is now 61 years old. She has be

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Jan 13 2026CRIME

Dallas Crime Numbers Drop, But Is Everyone Safe?

In 2025, Dallas saw a drop in violent crime by 12%. This includes fewer murders, assaults, and robberies. The Dallas Police Department (DPD) shared this good news. They also said they have 3, 286 officers, which is 700 less than they need. But not everyone agrees that Dallas is safer. Governor Greg

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Jan 13 2026HEALTH

Faith and Health: How POC Testing and Spirituality Can Improve Women's Care

In Guatemala, a new way of testing for HIV and syphilis is making a big difference. Instead of waiting for results, women can get tested and know their status the same day. This quick testing, called point-of-care (POC) testing, is usually done in special clinics. But in this case, it was offered in

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Jan 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

Big Tech vs. Nature: Who Wins in the ACE Basin?

In the heart of South Carolina, a battle is brewing. A massive data center is on the drawing board, but not everyone is thrilled. Critics are worried about the impact on the environment and the local way of life. The project promises jobs and economic growth, but at what cost? The ACE Basin is a tr

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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

SanDisk's Big 2026: Can the Good Times Roll On?

SanDisk is having a great start to 2026. Its stock has gone up a lot, over 60% so far this year. This is part of a bigger trend in the tech world. Companies that make memory and storage devices are doing well because of something called artificial intelligence, or AI. AI is a big deal right now. It

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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Aluminum's Big Comeback: Why Alcoa's Stock is Soaring

Alcoa's stock has seen a huge jump, doubling in just six months. This isn't just a random spike. It's part of a bigger story about how the world is changing and how companies like Alcoa are adapting. Aluminum is everywhere. It's in cars, planes, and even in the green energy tech we're all talking a

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Jan 12 2026FINANCE

Credit Card Interest Rate Cap: What's the Deal?

Big changes might be coming to credit card interest rates. President Donald Trump recently suggested a temporary limit on these rates. He wants a 10% cap for one year, starting in January 2026. This news didn't sit well with banks and financial companies. Their stock prices dropped on Monday. Citi

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Jan 12 2026FINANCE

Wall Street's Bold Moves: A Look at Monday's Biggest Stock Picks

Wall Street analysts made some big moves on Monday, shaking up the stock market with their bold predictions. Morgan Stanley, for instance, gave Datadog a thumbs up, saying the company's growth is set to keep climbing until 2027. They're betting big on Datadog's ability to monitor new apps and keep u

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Jan 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

Australia's Social Media Ban: A Tech Giant's Push for Change

Australia recently made headlines by blocking under-16s from major social media platforms. Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has been vocal about this move. They've even removed over half a million accounts in just one month. But Meta isn't just sitting back. They're asking Australia

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