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Jan 23 2026FINANCE

Bitcoin: How Much Is Too Much?

Bitcoin is making waves in the financial world. Some experts are saying people should have at least 5% of their wealth in Bitcoin. But others think that's too much and are suggesting lower percentages. The confusion comes from what exactly "5%" refers to. Is it 5% of total wealth or 5% of investable

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

Two Americas: Rich Get Richer, Poor Get Left Behind

The U. S. economy is splitting in two. On one side, the wealthy are enjoying record profits and soaring stock prices. On the other, millions of Americans are struggling to make ends meet. The holiday season of 2025 highlighted this divide. While online sales hit $11. 8 billion on Black Friday, many

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

The Changing Tide: Who's Next in Trump's Inner Circle?

Things are heating up in the Trump administration. There's talk that some key figures might be in hot water. Two names often mentioned are Stephen Miller and Pam Bondi. Miller, the deputy chief of staff, has been pulling the strings behind the scenes. He's become a powerful force, especially in immi

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

How Brands Can Become the Backbone of a Company

Brands are not just about looks and slogans. They are not just there to make a company seem cool or different. In the past, brands were like a nice wrapper on a gift. They made the company look good. But today, things are not so simple. Companies now face big changes all the time. Plans change quic

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Jan 23 2026SCIENCE

Plants Fight Back: How Arabidopsis Uses Special Chemicals to Stop Bacteria

Plants have clever ways to protect themselves. When bacteria attack, they make special chemicals called hydroxycinnamoyl tyramine conjugates. These chemicals can hurt the bacteria, strengthen the plant's walls, and send signals to prepare for more stress. Scientists wanted to understand how these c

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

Methanol: The Clean Fuel Shaking Up Ships and Factories

Methanol is becoming a big deal. By 2031, it could be worth $43 billion. That's a big jump from $34. 16 billion in 2025. Why? Because ships and factories are starting to use it more. Ships love it because it's cleaner and easier to handle than other fuels. In 2024, 166 new ships were ordered to run

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

UK's Big Wigs Head to China for a Chat

Big news! The UK is sending some of its top officials to China. Rachel Reeves, the finance minister, and Peter Kyle, the business secretary, will join Prime Minister Keir Starmer on this trip. It's the first time a British PM has visited China since 2018. Why the big deal? Well, the UK wants to str

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

A Shift in U. S. Tech Security Leadership

The U. S. Commerce Department has seen a change in leadership within a key office focused on tech security. Elizabeth "Liz" Cannon, who headed the Information and Communications Technology and Services (ICTS) office, has stepped down. This office, established in 2022, was tasked with investigating t

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

New Rules: No More Federal Cash for Fetal Tissue Research

The Trump administration has put an end to federal funding for research projects that use tissue from aborted fetuses. This decision was announced by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and took effect right away. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) will no longer use its funds for

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

Power Play: EU Questions Trump's New Global Peace Board

The EU is raising eyebrows over U. S. President Donald Trump's new Board of Peace. This board, led by Trump himself, has a broad scope and some unique rules. For instance, member states can only stay on the board permanently if they pay a hefty fee of $1 billion. This has sparked concerns about powe

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