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Jan 21 2026HEALTH

What Do Neighbours Think About Alcohol Access?

People living in Scotland have strong views on how easy it is to get alcohol and how this affects their drinking habits. Understanding these views is crucial for making rules that work for everyone. Scotland has a big problem with alcohol. Many people drink too much, and this causes harm to their h

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Jan 21 2026BUSINESS

A Fresh Start for Genesis Health: Nursing Homes Find a New Owner

Genesis Health, a company that runs nursing homes, just got the green light to sell its facilities. The buyer is NewGen Health, a company from California. This deal is worth $1 billion. It's a big change for Genesis Health, which has been struggling with money problems. The sale got approved by a j

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Jan 21 2026CRYPTO

Global Lottery Gets a Crypto Makeover

LottoBlokk is shaking up the lottery world. It's the first global lottery using crypto and blockchain. Starting June, anyone over 18 can join, except where it's not allowed. This isn't your usual lottery. It's powered by LottoCoin (LTBK) and uses the BASE blockchain. Tickets cost $2, and winners get

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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 2026HEALTH

Decoding Digital Hearts: How Big Events Shape Online Feelings and Ideas

Between 2024 and 2025, major world events sparked huge conversations online. This gave researchers a chance to see how culture affects how people express feelings and share information on social media. It's like a big puzzle. One piece is how people feel. The other is what they know. Both are import

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Jan 21 2026CELEBRITIES

Family Feud: Stars Weigh In on Beckham Drama

The Beckham family drama has sparked a wave of reactions from celebrities, with many taking sides in the public feud. Brooklyn Beckham, 26, recently took to social media to air his grievances, accusing his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, of causing tension in his marriage to Nicola Peltz. The r

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Trump's Second Term: A Closer Look at Key Policies

Trump's second term has been marked by significant changes in education, sports, and immigration. Let's break down what's been happening. In the education sector, the Trump administration has been pushing for a return to traditional gender norms. The U. S. Department of Education, led by Secretary

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Jan 20 2026FINANCE

Smart Stock Picks for a Secure Future

Picking stocks that can grow over a long time is tricky. Not every company can stay strong for many years. But some can. Here are three companies that might be good for this. Amazon is one of them. It's big in online shopping. In the U. S. , it controls about 40% of the market. That's a lot. Walmar

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Jan 20 2026SPORTS

Voting for Baseball Legends: A Personal Journey

Voting for the Baseball Hall of Fame is a big deal. It's not just about ticking names on a list. It's about making choices that reflect what you value in the game. Over the years, voters develop their own standards. Some draw a clear line against players linked to performance-enhancing drugs. Others

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Jan 20 2026FINANCE

Bank Stocks Dip as Credit Card Rate Cap Looms

U. S. bank stocks took a hit during morning trading on Tuesday. This happened as investors waited to see if a 10% cap on credit card interest rates would be enforced by the Trump administration. The deadline for this decision was January 20. The proposed cap aims to make credit cards more affordabl

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