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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

A Bookstore Owner's Silent March

Greg Ketter, a long-time owner of DreamHaven Books and Comics in Minneapolis, has seen a sudden spike in his business. This happened after a photo of him at a protest went viral. The picture shows him calmly walking through tear gas during a demonstration following the killing of Alex Pretti. Ketter

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

Texas Pauses H-1B Visas: What You Need to Know

Texas has decided to hit the pause button on new H-1B visa applications. Governor Greg Abbott wants to look into how these visas are being used. He's asked state agencies and universities to stop filing new petitions until further notice. This freeze is set to last until May 31, 2027, but there are

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Jan 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Hiding from Magnets: A Real Possibility Now

The idea of hiding things from magnetic fields isn't just a theory anymore. Scientists have been working on this for a while, and now, a team from the University of Leicester has made a big step forward. They've come up with a way to cloak objects so that magnetic fields can't detect them. This isn'

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

A Governor's Bold Words

Governor JB Pritzker of Illinois made some strong statements recently. He said that the current political situation in the US is even tougher than the COVID-19 pandemic. This is quite a claim, given that the pandemic caused so many deaths. During a podcast, Pritzker was asked how he was handling th

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Jan 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Uncovering Life's Bright Side with Craig Melvin

Craig Melvin, a familiar face on TODAY, is stepping into the podcast world with his new show, \"Glass Half Full. \" This isn't just another interview series; it's a cozy chat in his basement bar where he invites big names to share their stories. The podcast kicks off with a simple but intriguing qu

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Jan 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Blizzard's Big Plans for 2026: A Look at the Upcoming Showcase

Blizzard Entertainment is celebrating its 35th anniversary in a big way. They have just announced a new event called the Blizzard Showcase. This event will feature updates and future plans for their popular games like World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Hearthstone, and Diablo. The Showcase is part of a

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Jan 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Stephen Colbert's Late Show Struggles: A Case of Declining Viewership

Stephen Colbert's Late Show is facing a significant drop in viewership, marking some of its lowest ratings in history. This decline is particularly noticeable in the 25–54 demographic, which is crucial for advertisers. With an average of 285, 000 viewers in this demographic, the show is on track for

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Jan 28 2026HEALTH

What Do Americans Really Think About Doctors and Immigration?

People in the U. S. have mixed feelings about doctors helping with immigration rules. A recent survey asked over 6, 000 people if they support five different policies. These policies range from keeping records of patients' legal status to helping catch undocumented immigrants. The survey happened in

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Jan 28 2026FINANCE

Mississippi's Cannabis Cash Conundrum: Where Should the Extra Money Go?

Mississippi is facing a unique situation with its medical cannabis program. The state has been collecting more money than expected from taxes on medical cannabis sales. This has led to a question: What should be done with the extra cash? The Mississippi Attorney General has weighed in on this issue

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Jan 28 2026CRYPTO

A Big Crypto Theft: What Went Wrong?

A serious issue has come to light involving the theft of a huge amount of cryptocurrency. The U. S. Marshals Service (USMS) is looking into claims that over $40 million in digital assets, which were seized by law enforcement, were stolen. The suspected thief is believed to have gained access through

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