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Jan 09 2026CRYPTO

No Pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried, Trump Says

Sam Bankman-Fried, the former head of FTX, is in prison for a huge financial scam. He got 25 years for stealing billions from customers. Now, he wants a pardon. But Donald Trump, the former U. S. president, says no way. Trump made this clear in a recent interview. He won't pardon Bankman-Fried or ot

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Jan 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

Big Money Moves: Startups Get Funded for AI, Health, and More

On January 8, 2026, investors poured money into startups working on AI, healthcare, and other cutting-edge tech. The big winners included xAI, which raised a whopping $20 billion to build advanced AI systems, and Cyera, which got $400 million to help companies keep their AI secure. In the world of

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Jan 09 2026SCIENCE

Space Rocks Spinning Faster Than Ever Before

Astronomers have found a bunch of asteroids that are spinning super fast. One of them is really big and spins so quickly that it completes a full rotation in just about two minutes. This is a big deal because most asteroids are like loose piles of rocks. They are held together by gravity, not streng

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Jan 09 2026SCIENCE

Mars Rocks and Political Shocks: The Fight for NASA's Future

On Mars, a rover named Perseverance found a rock that could change everything. This rock, full of ancient mud and organic stuff, might hold clues about life on Mars. Scientists are excited because if life existed there, it could mean life is common in the universe. But bringing this rock back to Ear

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Jan 09 2026OPINION

Anchorage's Child Care Dilemma: Learning from Minnesota's Mistakes

Anchorage is thinking about using local money to support child care. Some people say this is a bad idea because of a fraud scandal in Minnesota. But is this a fair comparison? Minnesota's problem was with federal money. The money went through many hands before reaching the day cares. When fraud was

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Jan 09 2026FINANCE

Investors of agilon health, inc. (NYSE: AGL) - What You Need to Know

Investors who bought shares of agilon health, inc. (NYSE: AGL) between February 26, 2025, and August 4, 2025, might want to pay attention. A law firm is reaching out to these investors, suggesting they could be part of a class action lawsuit. The firm claims that during this time, the company made

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Health Care Help: House Takes a Stand

The House of Representatives recently made a big move. They voted to extend health care subsidies for people who get insurance through the Affordable Care Act. This vote was a surprise because it wasn't what the Republican leaders wanted. A group of Republican lawmakers teamed up with Democrats to m

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Jan 09 2026HEALTH

Flu Season Hits Hard: Hospitals Step Up Measures

Flu cases are on the rise across the country, and Hampton Roads hospitals are taking action. Starting now, anyone showing flu-like symptoms must wear a mask when entering healthcare facilities. This rule applies to emergency rooms, doctor's offices, and urgent care clinics run by major hospital syst

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Recovering Lost Funds: A Plan to Boost Defense Spending

The U. S. Treasury Secretary has a bold plan to fund a massive defense budget increase. The idea? Recover money lost to fraud, waste, and abuse. This isn't just any plan—it's a strategy to tap into funds that have been mismanaged or stolen, particularly from welfare programs. Minnesota is at the ce

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Jan 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Electric Cars Meet Entertainment: BYD and Mediawan Team Up

A surprising new partnership has just been announced. BYD, the company that makes electric cars, is teaming up with Mediawan, a big name in European entertainment. This isn't just about cars or movies. It's about money, creativity, and reaching new audiences. BYD is now the top electric car maker i

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