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Jan 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A New Hope for Cinema: Send Help Aims to Revive Box Office

Movie theaters are looking for a boost after a slow start to the year. A recent winter storm didn't help, making the lowest weekend of the year even worse. Could "Send Help, " a new thriller from Sam Raimi, be the answer? This horror film is expected to take the top spot at the box office, bringing

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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

Big Spender: Amazon's Pricey Bet on Melania

Amazon has been making waves with its massive investment in a documentary about Melania Trump. The company shelled out a whopping $40 million for the rights to the film, which is a lot more than what Disney was willing to pay. The documentary, directed by Brett Ratner, follows Melania Trump in the l

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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 2026FINANCE

Retirement Reality Check: Why Relying on Social Security Might Not Be Enough

A massive wave of retirements is coming. Over 4 million Americans are turning 65 each year from 2024 to 2027. That's over 11, 000 people daily reaching retirement age. With this surge, many are wondering how to make their money last. Financial expert Dave Ramsey has a stark message: Don't count too

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Jan 29 2026HEALTH

Heart Health and High Energy: A Doctor's Perspective on Trump's Vitality

A prominent heart surgeon has shared his thoughts on former President Donald Trump's heart health, sparking a conversation about aging and stamina. Dr. Joseph Lamelas, who specializes in heart surgery, noted that Trump's active lifestyle and energy levels suggest he likely doesn't have serious heart

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Jan 29 2026RELIGION

Indonesia's Changing Faith: A Quiet Shift in Belief

Indonesia is known for its strong religious roots. Islam is the dominant faith, but there are five other recognized religions. These religions shape the country's culture and laws. However, things are changing. Over the past 20 years, the role of religion in people's lives has been shifting. The co

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Jan 29 2026CRYPTO

Washington Talks: Banks and Crypto Firms Meet to Fix Stalled Rules

Big names from banks and crypto companies are meeting at the White House. They want to fix a problem. Rules for crypto in the U. S. are stuck. The meeting is on February 2. It's about finding a way forward. The White House wants to help. They think they can make a deal. But talks have been tough. D

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Jan 29 2026CRYPTO

South Dakota Takes Another Shot at Bitcoin Investments

South Dakota is trying again to put some of its money into Bitcoin. A lawmaker there, Logan Manhart, has brought back a bill that would let the state invest up to 10% of its public funds in Bitcoin. This is the same idea he tried last year, but it didn't work out then. Last time, the bill failed be

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

NYC's Rulebook: What's Changed and Why It Matters

The New York City Charter, a foundational document from 1898, has only been officially updated five times. But here's something odd: around 25 years ago, someone made changes that weren't properly recorded. Chapter 12 of the charter, which talks about the city's duties, is where these unnoticed twe

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