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Jan 17 2026BUSINESS

Paying Others to Wait: The Rise of Professional Line-Standing

In the U. S. , waiting in line is a common experience, but not everyone wants to do it. A recent study shows that 85% of people wait in line at least a few times a month, and 65% feel negative emotions like boredom and frustration while doing so. This frustration has led to a new business trend: pro

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Jan 16 2026POLITICS

Iran's Uprising: A Clash of Dreams and Realities

Iran's recent protests, sparked by economic troubles, quickly grew into a broader movement. The government, true to form, chose to crack down hard instead of listening to the people. The violence left many dead, and it's clear the regime is behind most of the bloodshed. The Iranian government isn't

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Jan 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Verizon's Tiny Apology: $20 Credit After Major Outage

Verizon faced a huge problem on Wednesday. Over 1. 5 million people reported issues on Downdetector. The outage lasted for hours. Verizon said sorry by offering a $20 credit. But customers have to work to get it. First, Verizon said to use the myVerizon app. Then, they added you could call or chat

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Jan 16 2026LIFESTYLE

West Side Market: A Feast for the Senses This Weekend

The West Side Market is set to be a hub of culinary excitement this weekend, with a variety of food-related events that will leave visitors' taste buds tingling. Ohio City Pasta is marking its 35th anniversary in style, with a celebration that kicked off on Friday. Shoppers who missed the ravioli sa

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Jan 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Stars Get a Second Chance: E! Plans Reality Show for Canceled Celebrities

E! is cooking up a new reality show where famous folks who've fallen out of favor get a shot at winning back the public's love. This isn't your typical competition series; it's more like a redemption camp for stars who've made mistakes but aren't criminals. The show, which is still in the early stag

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Jan 16 2026POLITICS

Politicians and Crypto: A Question of Trust

Senator Elizabeth Warren has raised eyebrows by highlighting former Representative Carolyn Maloney's new job in the crypto world. Maloney recently joined the Coalition for Prediction Markets, a group that includes big names like Kalshi, Crypto. com, and Robinhood. The coalition's main goal is to pus

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Jan 16 2026POLITICS

A High-Profile Exit: South Africa's Political Shake-Up

In a surprising move, Dion George, a well-known figure in South African politics, has stepped down from his roles in the Democratic Alliance (DA) party and as a national lawmaker. This decision comes after a period of growing tension within the party. George's departure was announced through a vide

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Jan 16 2026POLITICS

A Change in Direction: Democrats Reevaluate Their Approach

A notable opinion writer has shared a bold perspective on the Democratic Party's recent struggles. They believe the party's emphasis on certain cultural issues may have contributed to their electoral setbacks. This shift in stance is significant, as it comes from within the party's own ranks. The w

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Jan 16 2026EDUCATION

A Bright Future for STEM Students at STVM

In Ohio, a new program is set to launch at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School (STVM). It's called the STVM STEM Scholars Program. This initiative is all about supporting students who are really into science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The program is possible because of a generous donati

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Jan 16 2026HEALTH

Four Viruses That Could Spark the Next Pandemic

The world is on high alert. Experts are keeping a close eye on four viruses that could cause the next big health crisis. These viruses are mpox, rubella, bird flu (H5N1), and Oropouche. They are not new, but they are changing and spreading in ways that worry scientists. Mpox, once rare, is now a gl

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