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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Savings Slip: Why Americans Are Pulling Back on Retirement Funds

Americans are tightening their belts when it comes to retirement savings. A recent study shows that two-thirds of people have cut back on saving over the past six months. This is largely due to economic uncertainty. More than half have either stopped or reduced their contributions to retirement acco

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Jan 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

Wind Farms: More Than Just Clean Energy

China's push for green energy is making waves, both on land and in the sea. Wind farms, those giant spinning structures, are doing more than just generating electricity. They're giving marine life a helping hand. In 2025, renewable energy became the world's top electricity source, and China led the

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Jan 13 2026CRYPTO

Crypto's New Player: KRAKacquisition Aims High

KRAKacquisition Corp. , a fresh face in the world of special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs), is making waves with a bold plan. This new venture, backed by an affiliate of the popular crypto exchange Kraken, is setting its sights on a $250 million public offering. The company, registered in th

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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

How Ring and Watch Duty Team Up to Tackle Wildfires

Ring has teamed up with Watch Duty to help people stay safe from wildfires. This partnership brings important fire updates right to your phone. It's part of Ring's Neighbors app, which already helps people share local news. Watch Duty is a well-known app for wildfire alerts. It gives real-time upda

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Jan 13 2026BUSINESS

Nigeria's Bold Move: $2 Billion Climate Fund to Power Change

Nigeria is making a big bet on green finance to shift its energy use. The president recently shared plans for a $2 billion climate fund. This fund aims to support projects that cut emissions and build resilience. The announcement came at the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week summit. The Climate Investm

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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Japan and the U. S. Agree: The Yen's Drop is a Problem

Japan's finance chief, Satsuki Katayama, recently met with U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. They talked about the yen's recent drop in value. The yen hit a one-year low. Both leaders shared worries about this sudden fall. This meeting happened in Washington. It was during a bigger meeting ab

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Teamwork in Action: US and Nigeria Join Forces Against Terror

Nigeria and the United States are working together to tackle security challenges. The US has sent important military supplies to Nigeria. This happened after the US attacked Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria last month. The US military's Africa Command (AFRICOM) said the supplies will hel

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Jan 13 2026BUSINESS

Chilly Weather Sparks Global LNG Market Shifts

China and Europe are feeling the bite of colder-than-usual temperatures this winter. This chill is causing a stir in the global market for liquefied natural gas (LNG). Experts predict that China's demand for LNG could rise significantly due to the cold snap. The weather forecast suggests that parts

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Venezuela's Slow Prisoner Release: A Test of Trust

In Venezuela, the government's promise to free political prisoners is moving at a snail's pace, leaving families frustrated and skeptical. The son of a jailed opposition leader, Ramón Guanipa, has a message for President Trump: don't be fooled by the small number of releases so far. He believes Trum

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Kyiv Faces Chilly Challenge as Russia's Attacks Continue

In Kyiv, the struggle to bring back heat and electricity continues. This comes after Russia's recent strikes on energy sites. It's been over three days since the attacks, and many people are still in the cold. President Zelenskiy has a warning. He says Russia might launch more attacks soon. He want

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