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Jan 24 2026BUSINESS

Platinum Prize for a Green Future

A company in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, has just hit a big milestone. SACO AEI Polymers got the top prize from EcoVadis. This prize shows they are among the best in the world when it comes to being green and fair. The prize is called Platinum. It is given to companies that do great in four big areas: ta

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Jan 24 2026EDUCATION

A New Hub for Science and Tech at William & Mary

William & Mary has just opened a shiny new building for science and tech students. It's called the Integrated Science Center 4, and it's part of a bigger plan to boost research and learning. The building is a big deal because it's the first new school in 50 years! The new building is home to comput

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Jan 23 2026CRIME

Olympic Snowboarder Turned Fugitive: The Capture of Ryan Wedding

Ryan Wedding, a former Canadian Olympian, was recently arrested in Mexico City. He was known for his flashy lifestyle and was accused of being a major player in drug trafficking. The FBI confirmed his capture, marking the 500th arrest in the history of their Most Wanted list. Wedding's arrest came

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

Peru's President in Hot Water Over Hidden Talks

Peru has seen its fair share of political drama. In the last ten years, the country has had seven different presidents, with none lasting more than three years in office. The latest president, José Jerí, who took over last October after his predecessor was impeached, might be next in line to leave.

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Stands United Against ICE

Minneapolis is gearing up for a big protest against ICE. Even with freezing temperatures, people are ready to show their support. Many businesses will close to join the protest. They want to make a statement against ICE's actions. Larry Weiss, a retired resident, says this is bigger than the cold.

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Jan 23 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI's Job Creation Promise: A Closer Look at Davos Optimism

In the chilly Swiss Alps, business leaders at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting were buzzing with excitement about AI's potential to create jobs. Despite worries about AI's impact on mental health and job security, many executives were confident that new opportunities would arise. Jensen Hu

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Jan 23 2026SPORTS

Coach Switch-Up: McDaniel's Big Decision

Mike McDaniel is in a tough spot. He just agreed to be the Chargers' offensive coordinator, but now he's also interviewing for the Bills' head coach job. It's a bit unusual, but not unheard of. Other coaches, like Brian Flores, have done similar things this season. The Bills' job opened up after th

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Jan 23 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A New Home for The Infographics Show

The Infographics Show, a popular YouTube channel, has found a new partner. Radial Entertainment's FilmRise has secured global rights to the franchise. This deal includes digital, broadcast, and other rights. The channel, started by Andrej Preston in 2011, has grown to 15. 3 million subscribers and 6

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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 2026BUSINESS

Arlington's New Hotel: A Big Bet on the Future

A major hotel project is coming to Arlington. Loews Hotels & Co. is building a new hotel in the entertainment district. It will replace the old Sheraton Arlington Hotel. The new hotel will have 507 rooms and 39 suites. It will also have a lot of space for meetings and events. The hotel will be calle

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