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Jan 22 2026HEALTH

Vaccine Study in Guinea-Bissau: What's the Hold-Up?

A vaccine study in Guinea-Bissau, funded by the U. S. , is currently on hold. The study aims to compare the health outcomes of newborns who receive the hepatitis B vaccine at birth versus those who get it at six weeks. This has sparked debate among experts. The study's future is uncertain. Guinea-B

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Jan 22 2026HEALTH

Sugar Everywhere: How Kids Are Caught in a Sweet Trap

Kids are drowning in sugar, and it's not their fault. Sugar is everywhere, hiding in foods you'd never expect. It's in bread, yogurt, even tortillas. Parents are fighting a losing battle. They want their kids to eat healthy, but sugar is the default. It's not just about saying no to candy. It's abo

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Jan 22 2026POLITICS

Minnesota's Mining Ban Faces Major Shift

The U. S. House of Representatives recently voted to undo a mining restriction in northern Minnesota. This move could open the door for a big mining project by Antofagasta, focusing on copper, cobalt, and nickel. The vote was close, with 214 in favor and 208 against. This decision now heads to the

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Jan 22 2026POLITICS

Who Will Lead the Fed? Trump Narrows Down Choices

President Donald Trump hinted that he might have already picked someone to lead the Federal Reserve. He mentioned that he had three candidates initially, but now it's down to one or two. Trump also said he liked the idea of keeping Kevin Hassett, his economic advisor, in his current role. He praised

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Jan 22 2026POLITICS

Trump's Economic Push: A Last-Minute Midterm Strategy?

President Donald Trump is hitting the road. He's planning to visit different parts of the United States every week until the midterm elections in November. His first stop? Iowa, where he'll talk about the economy and energy. This isn't just a solo trip; other cabinet members will also be traveling m

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

The Supreme Court Weighs in on Trump's Bid to Remove Fed Governor

The Supreme Court is currently deliberating a significant case that could redefine the boundaries of presidential power over the Federal Reserve. At the heart of the matter is President Trump's attempt to remove Lisa Cook, a governor at the central bank, based on allegations of mortgage fraud that o

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Jan 21 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Wind Energy Standstill: What's Really Going On?

The Trump administration has put a stop to several big wind energy projects along the East Coast. They say it's because of national security worries, but they won't share any details. This has left the companies building these projects in the dark. The Interior Department sent stop-work orders to f

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Jan 21 2026BUSINESS

What Happens When You Cap Credit Card Rates?

Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase, recently shared his thoughts on President Trump's proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10%. He suggested testing this idea in Vermont and Massachusetts. He brought this up at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Dimon believes that a natio

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

The CFPB: A Year of Turmoil and Change

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has had a rocky year. In early 2025, things took a dramatic turn. Employees were told to stop working. Offices were closed, but staff weren't on leave. They were just at home, staring at their screens, unable to do their jobs. This was part of a bigge

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Syria's Government Takes Back Land: What's Next for the Kurds?

Syria's government has taken control of large areas in the north and east of the country. These areas were once held by Kurdish forces. This change happened quickly. It brings almost all of Syria back under the control of the central government in Damascus. The Syrian government and the Kurdish-led

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