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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Minnesota's Child Care Funding Freeze: What's Really Going On?

Minnesota is in a tight spot. The state has until next week to hand over a lot of data about child care providers and families who get federal money. If they don't, they might lose that funding. This all started when the Trump administration said there might be fraud happening with these funds. Som

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Jan 03 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Celebrating Birthdays on January 3, 2026

January 3, 2026, marks the birthday of several notable figures from various fields. Among them are actor and director Mel Gibson, who will be turning 70. Gibson, known for his iconic roles and directorial work, comes from a family with a trivia night champion. His father won the popular game show "J

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Jan 03 2026FINANCE

A Big Change at Elliott Investment Management

Jason Genrich, a key figure in the technology investment world, has stepped down from his role at Elliott Investment Management. This news, shared with clients on a Friday, marks a significant shift for the hedge fund. Genrich, who is 38 years old, was a partner and senior portfolio manager. He wil

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Jan 03 2026SCIENCE

Boosting Wolfberry Health with Fungal Friends

Wolfberry, also known as goji berry, is a superstar in the plant world. It's packed with nutrients and has amazing medicinal benefits. But there's a big problem: root rot disease. This nasty issue can really mess up the plant's growth and quality. Scientists have found a cool solution to this proble

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Minnesota's Child Care Centers: What Really Happened?

A recent video stirred up quite a bit of controversy in Minnesota. It claimed that several child care centers, which receive public funds, were not actually providing services. This sparked allegations of fraud and caught the attention of many. However, state officials have a different story to tell

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

A New Way to Keep Medicines Safe

Ember LifeSciences, a company based in Westlake Village, just got a big boost. They raised $16. 5 million to improve how medicines and other healthcare products are shipped and stored. This money will help them create better temperature-controlled solutions. The investment came from several big nam

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Jan 02 2026EDUCATION

Green Bay Schools: Big Changes Ahead in 2026

In 2026, Green Bay area schools are gearing up for a year packed with changes. New leaders will step in, and tough decisions about money will be on the table. Some schools might even ask voters for extra funds. First up, several school districts are on the hunt for new superintendents. Green Bay an

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Jan 02 2026SCIENCE

How Science Shapes Our Daily Lives

Science is a big part of our everyday life. It's in the apps we use, the food we eat, and the medicine we take. But who funds all this science? The government does, through research grants. These grants help scientists explore everything from the tiniest particles to the biggest weather systems. But

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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

Idaho's Public Media Faces Tough Times: What's Next?

Idaho Public Television is in a tight spot. They're losing a big chunk of their money. About $2 million to be exact. That's a quarter of what they usually get from private donors. This is all because Congress, led by Republicans, decided to stop funding the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. To d

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Jan 02 2026HEALTH

Mind and Meds: How Antipsychotics Affect Thinking After First Mental Health Crisis

Antipsychotic drugs are often used to help people after their first mental health crisis. But how do these meds affect thinking and memory? A recent study tried to find out. The study looked at how much antipsychotics stick to dopamine D2 receptors in the brain. It also checked how strong this stic

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