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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Lindsey Halligan: The Controversial Interim U. S. Attorney

Lindsey Halligan, a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, has been stopped from pretending to be the top federal prosecutor in the Eastern District of Virginia. This decision came from a federal judge, who also chose not to take any disciplinary action against her for now, considering

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Jan 21 2026TECHNOLOGY

Boosting Battery Power: A Smart Coating for Better Lithium-Sulfur Batteries

Lithium-sulfur batteries are seen as a big deal for the future of energy storage. They can hold a lot of energy and are lightweight. But there are some big problems holding them back. One issue is the shuttle effect, where tiny particles move around and cause damage. Another problem is the growth of

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Jan 21 2026HEALTH

A Young Heart's Unexpected Twist: Stents and Surgeries

In the world of heart repairs, doctors have a few tricks up their sleeves. One of these is using a tiny balloon to open up blocked paths in the heart. Sometimes, though, this balloon trick does not work well. So, they try placing a small metal tube, called a stent, to keep the path open. But, as wit

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Jan 21 2026FINANCE

Anchorage's Money Problem: Time to Rethink Old Laws?

Anchorage is in a bit of a pickle. The city needs more money to cover things like schools, roads, and safety. But there's a law from way back in 1961 that stops Anchorage from taxing people's income. This law was made to keep income tax only at the state level. But times have changed, and Anchorage

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Jan 21 2026HEALTH

What Do Neighbours Think About Alcohol Access?

People living in Scotland have strong views on how easy it is to get alcohol and how this affects their drinking habits. Understanding these views is crucial for making rules that work for everyone. Scotland has a big problem with alcohol. Many people drink too much, and this causes harm to their h

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Tensions Rise as Federal Agents Face Aggressive Resistance

In Minneapolis, federal immigration agents are dealing with a tough situation. They've been facing violent confrontations, including cars ramming into agents. This happened not just once, but twice in a row, with both suspects getting caught. A regular car also got hit during one of these incidents.

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Jan 21 2026HEALTH

HPV Vaccine: A Missed Chance for Girls in North India

In North India, many secondary school girls and their moms don't know much about the HPV vaccine. This is a big problem. The vaccine can stop cervical cancer. But if people don't know about it, they can't use it. This is a chance we're missing. Cervical cancer is a big deal. It's a serious disease.

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Jan 21 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Market Takes a Dip: What's Shaking Things Up?

The crypto world felt a chill recently, with Bitcoin and other digital currencies taking a dip. This wasn't just a random fluctuation. It happened at the same time as a drop in U. S. stocks and bonds. Why? Well, there was some extra worry in the air. U. S. President Donald Trump made some strong sta

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

The Trial of Tetsuya Yamagami: A Look at the Aftermath of Abe's Assassination

In a significant legal development, a Japanese court is set to announce its decision on the case of Tetsuya Yamagami, the man accused of assassinating former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. This event, which took place in July 2022, sent shockwaves through the nation. Yamagami, now 45, was apprehended im

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Turkey Investigates Flag Burning Amid Border Tensions

Turkey is currently looking into reports of its flag being burned during protests near the Syrian border. These protests happened at the same time as fighting between Syrian government troops and Kurdish-led forces in northeast Syria. The Syrian army has been making progress in this area, which was

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