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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

A Shaky Start for CBS Evening News' New Host

CBS Evening News is facing a rough patch. A top producer, Javier Guzman, was fired. This happened after the show's new host, Tony Dokoupil, had a bumpy first week. Guzman was the second-in-command producer. He was let go after Wednesday's broadcast. The reason for his firing is unclear. It might no

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Jan 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

Google Fi's New Tablet: A Budget-Friendly 5G Option

Google Fi has expanded its product lineup with a new tablet, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G. This is not just any tablet; it's a budget-friendly option that supports 5G connectivity. The tablet sports an 11-inch LCD screen with a 90 Hz refresh rate, which makes scrolling and gaming smoother. It also

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Portland Shooting: What Happened and Why It Matters

In Portland, Oregon, a tense situation unfolded when federal immigration agents were involved in a shooting that left two people injured. The incident began when local police responded to a report of gunfire near a hospital. Shortly after, officers were alerted to a residential area where two indivi

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Jan 09 2026CRYPTO

Who Will Mint the Digital Won?

South Korea is in a pickle over who should be allowed to create a digital version of its currency, the won. The country's central bank wants banks to be in charge, but others think this could stifle competition and innovation. The Bank of Korea argues that banks should control the issuance of won-b

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Jan 09 2026CRYPTO

XRP's Unexpected Surge: What's Driving the Crypto's Sudden Rise?

XRP, a well-known cryptocurrency, has caught attention with a sudden price jump. After a sluggish 2025, it's now trading at levels not seen since November. So, what's behind this sudden interest? One key factor is the growing interest in XRP spot ETFs. These funds allow investors to buy XRP indirec

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Jan 09 2026CRYPTO

Unlocking Lost Fortunes: How a Dutch Firm Reclaims Millions in Crypto

In the world of cryptocurrency, losing access to your wallet can feel like burying treasure and forgetting the map. That's where Crypto Recovers steps in. This Dutch company has made a name for itself by helping people regain access to their digital fortunes. In 2025 alone, they recovered over $2. 5

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Jan 09 2026CRYPTO

No Pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried, Trump Says

Sam Bankman-Fried, the former head of FTX, is in prison for a huge financial scam. He got 25 years for stealing billions from customers. Now, he wants a pardon. But Donald Trump, the former U. S. president, says no way. Trump made this clear in a recent interview. He won't pardon Bankman-Fried or ot

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Jan 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

Big Money Moves: Startups Get Funded for AI, Health, and More

On January 8, 2026, investors poured money into startups working on AI, healthcare, and other cutting-edge tech. The big winners included xAI, which raised a whopping $20 billion to build advanced AI systems, and Cyera, which got $400 million to help companies keep their AI secure. In the world of

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Jan 09 2026EDUCATION

Cooper Union Tackles Campus Harassment

Cooper Union, a well-known school in New York, has agreed to make changes to address antisemitism and other forms of harassment on its campus. This decision comes after a legal battle with ten Jewish students who claimed the school did not protect them during a protest. The students said they were

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Jan 09 2026SCIENCE

Space Rocks Spinning Faster Than Ever Before

Astronomers have found a bunch of asteroids that are spinning super fast. One of them is really big and spins so quickly that it completes a full rotation in just about two minutes. This is a big deal because most asteroids are like loose piles of rocks. They are held together by gravity, not streng

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