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Jan 21 2026RELIGION

Tech and Faith: A Paterson Artist's Journey

Jo-El Lopez, a 60-year-old painter from Paterson, NJ, has a unique way of blending technology and religion in his art. His latest exhibit, "Digital Divine, " at the Morris Museum, showcases his work from the past decade, exploring themes of technology and faith. Lopez's art is not about AI itself, b

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Jan 21 2026OPINION

The Vanishing Voices of Local News: Why It Matters

Newspapers used to be a big deal. They were everywhere, and people loved them. But now, the internet and some political figures have made life tough for local news. This is a problem because when local news disappears, no one is left to keep an eye on those in charge. People who used to work in new

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Jan 21 2026LIFESTYLE

Summer Travel Shifts: Why Europe's Off-Season is Heating Up

Europe's travel scene is changing. People are no longer just flocking to popular spots like Barcelona and Florence during the summer. Instead, they're spreading out their visits throughout the year. This trend is not new, but it's becoming more noticeable. Why the change? Many travelers want to avo

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Jan 21 2026EDUCATION

Penn University Stands Up to Government Request for Jewish Faculty and Staff Data

Penn University has taken a strong stance against a government request for personal information of Jewish faculty, staff, and students. The university argues that handing over such data is not only unnecessary but also raises serious privacy and safety concerns. The request came from the Equal Empl

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Jan 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Zuri Hall's New Show: Sports Stars Spill the Tea

Zuri Hall, a well-known entertainment journalist, has switched gears and launched a new YouTube talk show called "Zuri Hall's Not About Sports. " This show is all about sports figures, but not in the way you might think. Instead of talking about games and scores, Hall is diving into the personal liv

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Jan 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A New Sphere of Fun and Jobs in Maryland

A new entertainment spot is coming to Maryland. It's called Sphere and will be built in National Harbor. This place is near Washington, D. C. and is visited by over 15 million people every year. The Sphere will have 6, 000 seats. It will also have a big LED screen on the outside. This screen is like

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Iran's Path to Change: Why Internal Resistance Matters

The struggle for change in Iran is complex. Many believe that outside forces can bring down the Iranian government. However, Maryam Rajavi, a prominent opposition leader, disagrees. She argues that real change must come from within Iran. Rajavi is the president-elect of the National Council of Resi

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Jan 20 2026HEALTH

Pregnancy and Wildfire Smoke: A Hidden Risk?

Wildfire smoke might be doing more harm than we thought. New research shows that when pregnant women breathe in this smoke, their kids might have a higher chance of having autism. The study looked at over 200, 000 births in Southern California. It found that the risk was highest when moms were expos

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Jan 20 2026POLITICS

Protesters, Journalists, and the Law: What Happened in St. Paul?

A heated debate is unfolding after a protest inside a church in St. Paul, Minnesota. The Justice Department is considering charges against the protesters. Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon mentioned this in an interview. She also criticized Don Lemon, a former CNN journalist, for his covera

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Jan 20 2026SCIENCE

Science's Hidden Gems: Why We Need More Than Just Doom and Gloom

Science news isn't all doom and gloom. Sure, there are serious issues like climate change and pandemics. But there's also a lot of wonder out there. The Science desk at The New York Times covers both. They report on big threats. But they also share small, surprising stories. One person leading this

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