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Jan 21 2026EDUCATION

Georgia's New Way to Fund Private Schools: What's the Catch?

Georgia has joined a federal tax credit program that lets people give money to private school scholarships and get it back as a tax credit. This is on top of an existing state program that does the same thing. Governor Brian Kemp signed up for this new program, making Georgia one of the states where

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Jan 21 2026FINANCE

Taxpayer Wins Partial Victory in Pennsylvania Tax Refund Case

A construction contractor in Pennsylvania got some good news recently. The state's Board of Finance and Revenue decided to give them a partial refund. This refund covers taxes paid from April 2022 to December 2024. The contractor had asked for a refund because they thought they were taxed unfairly o

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Jan 21 2026HEALTH

Why Your Mind Wanders When You're Sleep-Deprived

Have you ever felt like your brain is running on autopilot after a bad night's sleep? It turns out, there's a scientific reason for that. Recent findings suggest that when you don't get enough sleep, your brain might start acting like it's asleep, even when you're wide awake. Researchers found that

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Jan 21 2026FINANCE

Swedish Funds Pull Out of US Debt: What's Going On?

Swedish pension fund Alecta has made a big move. They've sold off most of their U. S. Treasury investments. Why? They're worried about the current state of U. S. politics. It's not looking stable, and that's a risk they don't want to take. This news comes from a report by Dagens Industri. They didn

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Jan 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Artists Get a Boost from Google's AI Training Fund

Google. org is putting $2 million into teaching AI skills to artists. This money will help over 100, 000 artists learn the basics of AI. The Sundance Institute, The Gotham, and Film Independent are teaming up to make this happen. They call it the AI Literacy Alliance. The Sundance Institute will le

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Jan 21 2026FINANCE

Fighting Fraud with Smart AI: How RiskFront AI is Changing the Game

Financial crime is a growing problem. Companies in the U. S. are losing over $100 billion every year. Almost 60% of them saw more fraud in 2025. At the same time, banks and fintechs face stricter rules. Teams are struggling. They have more work, but not more people. Manual reviews take up too much t

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Jan 21 2026FINANCE

Alaska's Smart Money Move: How a 50-Year-Old Plan Keeps Paying Off

Alaska made a wise choice half a century ago. Back in 1976, when the state was still new, voters decided to save some of their oil and mineral money for the future. This decision led to the Alaska Permanent Fund, a smart way to manage resources that won't last forever. The fund started small, with

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Jan 21 2026FINANCE

Stamford Boosts Police Force with New Hires

Stamford is getting more police officers. The Board of Finance just said yes to hiring five new ones. This is not as many as the police wanted, but it is a start. The city will also use some federal money to help pay for it. This money comes with a catch: Stamford has to match it with its own funds.

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Jan 21 2026LIFESTYLE

Sip, Savor, Support: Virginia Living Museum's Wine and Food Extravaganza

The Virginia Living Museum is set to host its 22nd annual Bacchus Wine and Food Festival on February 6th. This event is not just about indulging in fine wines and gourmet treats; it's a chance to support a good cause. The museum, a nonprofit organization, uses the proceeds from this festival to fund

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Jan 21 2026SCIENCE

Science Shines Bright in Sweden

In Sweden, the Nobel Prize award ceremony is a big deal. It's not just about giving out awards. It's a whole week of events, from lectures to concerts, all celebrating science. The streets are lit up, and people gather to see the celebrities. It's like the Oscars, but for science. Swedes love it. Th

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