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Jan 29 2026SCIENCE

Hidden Earthquake Risks: What Lies Beneath California's Coast?

Deep beneath California's north coast, a seismic puzzle is unfolding. Scientists have uncovered hidden fault lines, revealing that the earthquake risk in the region might be much higher than we thought. The Mendocino Triple Junction, a hotspot where three tectonic plates meet, is more complex than p

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Jan 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tesla Shifts Gears: Model S and X Production to End

Tesla is making a big change. They are stopping production of their Model S and X cars. These cars have been around for a while. The Model S came out in 2012, and the Model X followed in 2015. Now, Tesla wants to use the space where these cars are made to build something new: robots. Elon Musk, the

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Assisted Dying Bill: A Rocky Road Ahead

The assisted dying bill is facing a tough road to becoming law this year. Lord Falconer, a key supporter, has warned that without a major shift in the House of Lords' stance, the bill has little chance of passing. He even suggested using the Parliament Act, a rarely used power, to bypass the Lords i

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Jan 29 2026BUSINESS

Amazon's Big Job Cuts and the AI Factor

Amazon is letting go of about 16, 000 corporate workers. This is the second big round of job cuts in just a few months. The company says it wants to use AI to do some of the work instead. They also want to make things simpler and get rid of extra layers in the company. Amazon didn't say which parts

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

FBI Visits Georgia Election Site Amid Ongoing Investigations

The FBI recently carried out authorized activities at a Fulton County election facility. They did not share specifics, stating only that an investigation is underway. This event follows former President Trump's repeated assertions of election fraud in Georgia. Trump has been vocal about his belief

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Police: Stuck in a Tough Spot

Minneapolis Police are in a tough spot. They are caught between the Trump administration and the city's residents. The federal government says the police are not helping enough. But many locals feel the police are not doing enough to protect them. The police chief, Brian O'Hara, has made it clear.

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

The Big Price Tag of Using National Guard for Domestic Issues

The National Guard's role in domestic affairs has become a hot topic. Recent data shows that keeping troops in cities like Washington D. C. , Memphis, and New Orleans could cost a lot. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates that these deployments could cost around $93 million every month. T

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Under Siege: Stories of Fear and Resilience

Minneapolis has become a city on edge, with residents grappling with fear and uncertainty in the face of increased ICE activity. The tension is palpable, affecting everyone from young children to long-time residents. Teachers like Elizabeth, who works at a majority Hispanic school, see the impact on

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Jan 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Marvel Spotlight: A Fresh Take on Superhero Stories

Marvel has introduced a new way to tell superhero stories. It's called Marvel Spotlight. The idea is to focus on characters and their personal journeys, rather than big, world-ending events. Two shows have been released under this label so far: Echo and Wonder Man. Both are different from the usual

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Home Battles: Palestinians Face Forced Moves in East Jerusalem

In the heart of East Jerusalem, a tense situation is unfolding. Kayed Rajabi and his neighbors are fighting to keep their homes. An Israeli group, Ateret Cohanim, wants them out. They claim the land belongs to them. Rajabi and others say they won't go without a fight. Rajabi's home is in Silwan, ne

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