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Jan 16 2026HEALTH

Drug Companies Raise Prices Despite Deals

Sixteen big drug companies made deals with the Trump administration to lower drug prices. But in January, all of them raised prices on some of their drugs. These deals were supposed to help Americans pay less for medicine and make other rich countries pay more. But according to a new report, these c

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Jan 16 2026FINANCE

Credit Card Rates: A Battle Between Consumers and Banks

Credit card interest rates are a hot topic right now. President Trump has suggested a 10% cap on these rates. This idea has sparked a debate. On one side, there are people who think it will help consumers. On the other side, banks and credit card companies are against it. Banks say a rate cap will

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Jan 16 2026HEALTH

Robots vs. Humans: The Gallbladder Surgery Showdown

Robotic surgery is making waves in the medical world. It's been around for a while, but it's still not as common as the traditional laparoscopic method. The main question is: does the extra cost of robotic surgery make sense? Surgeons have been using laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) for a long tim

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Jan 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Roald Dahl's Hidden Adventures: A Spy, a Writer, and More

Roald Dahl, the man behind beloved children's books, had a life full of surprises. He wasn't just a storyteller; he was also a spy, a pilot, and even a scientist. A new podcast, "The Secret World of Roald Dahl, " is set to explore these lesser-known parts of his life. The podcast, created by iHeart

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Jan 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Ace Combat 7 Takes Flight, Hits 7 Million Sales

Ace Combat 7 has reached a new height, selling over 7 million copies worldwide. This is big news for fans of the series, which has now sold over 21 million copies in total. To celebrate, Bandai Namco has shared a special wallpaper for fans to download. It's a nice touch for those who love the game

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Jan 16 2026LIFESTYLE

From Science to Sculpture: Linda Graham's Artistic Journey

Linda Graham's path from science to art is a story of curiosity and discovery. She started college focused on zoology and chemistry, but her journey took an unexpected turn when she began experimenting with clay. This wasn't just a hobby; it became a way of life. Graham's artistic journey began in

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Jan 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change and Your Paycheck: What the Numbers Really Say

The idea that climate change is shrinking U. S. salaries by 12% is making the rounds, but does it hold up? Let's break it down. First, the claim comes from a study that imagines a world without man-made greenhouse gas emissions. It then estimates how much richer Americans would be in that imaginary

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Jan 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Why Some People Ignore Science

In Arizona, where the sun blazes fiercely, a peculiar trend has emerged: a growing skepticism towards scientific findings. This shift isn't new, but it's becoming more noticeable. The heat is a daily reality, and so is the debate about its causes and consequences. Conversations with locals often ta

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Jan 16 2026EDUCATION

Ted Byrd: The Quiet Hero Who Changed Lives Behind Bars

Ted Byrd was a man who knew how to fix things, both mechanical and human. He spent years as a mechanic, but later in life, he switched gears to become a teacher, focusing on a group often overlooked: inmates. His mission? To help them earn their GEDs and turn their lives around. Byrd believed in th

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Jan 16 2026HEALTH

Hidden Struggles: The Unseen Disability Crisis

Invisible disabilities are a big problem in Pakistan. These are conditions that aren't obvious but greatly affect how people live their lives. Think of things like partial hearing loss or learning differences. Zainab Wadood, a Deaf woman working in healthcare, highlights how these disabilities are o

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