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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

Lawmakers Take Aim at AI-Generated Explicit Content

The U. S. Senate has taken a big step to protect people from AI-generated explicit images. A new law, called the Defiance Act, lets victims sue those who create and share these images without permission. This comes after a surge of such content on platforms like X, owned by Elon Musk. The law builds

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

How China Uses Media to Control Its People

Palmer Luckey, a tech mogul, recently shared his thoughts on China's unique approach to governance. He believes that China's real power lies not in its advanced weapons, but in its ability to shape public opinion through media and propaganda. This is a big deal because it shows how control over info

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Jan 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Art and Science Merge in Berkeley Couple's Unique Exhibit

A husband-wife duo from Berkeley is blending art and science in a fresh way. Tiffany Shlain and Ken Goldberg, both artists in their own right, have teamed up for a new project. Their work, "Ancient Wisdom for a Future Ecology: Trees, Time and Technology, " is set to hit San Francisco soon. This isn

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Jan 14 2026HEALTH

How Tough Childhoods Can Lead to Adult Struggles

Hard times in childhood can follow a person into adulthood. These tough experiences, known as adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), can lead to health and financial issues. But they might also make someone more likely to face or cause violence as an adult. This link is important to understand. It sh

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

Sudan's Economy in Shambles: A Closer Look at the Crisis

Sudan is in a tough spot. The war has wrecked the economy, and the finance minister, Gibril Ibrahim, is trying to figure out how to fix it. He said the country has lost all its main sources of money. The fighting started nearly three years ago between the army and a rival group called the Rapid Supp

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

Why Texas Democrats Clash on Faith and Politics

James Talarico, a Democratic Senate hopeful from Texas, has some strong opinions about how his party treats people in conservative areas. He thinks the national Democratic Party can come off as snobby and even against certain cultural values, like religion, that matter a lot to folks in red states.

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Jan 14 2026SPORTS

Chloe Kim: The Snowboarding Star with a Rich Cultural Tapestry

Chloe Kim is more than just a snowboarding sensation; she is a cultural icon who bridges two worlds. Born in Long Beach, California, on April 23, 2000, she grew up in Torrance, where the mountains called her name. Her journey to becoming the youngest woman to win an Olympic gold medal in snowboardin

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Jan 14 2026EDUCATION

A Quarter Century of Learning: Santiago Canyon College's Big Night

Santiago Canyon College (SCC) threw a massive 25th-anniversary bash in November, and it was a huge success. The event raised a whopping $124, 000 for the college's foundation, making it the biggest fundraising event in SCC's history. This wasn't just any party—it was a celebration of 25 years of pro

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

Marco Rubio's Venezuelan Gambit: A Political Double-Edged Sword

Marco Rubio's political journey is now deeply connected to Venezuela's future. His role in the recent capture of Nicolas Maduro has boosted his image among some supporters. However, it also ties his political fate to the unstable situation in Venezuela. Rubio, known for his tough stance on communis

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Jan 14 2026HEALTH

Heart Health Tech: Why Women Are Left Out

Heart problems in women often go unnoticed. Doctors and tools designed to help don't always consider the unique needs of women. This is a big issue because heart disease shows up differently in women than in men. Yet, many digital health tools, like apps and wearables, don't account for these differ

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