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Jan 11 2026LIFESTYLE

Warm Up to Winter Fun: Social-ICE Event in Rochester

Winter in Minnesota can feel endless, with long, chilly nights driving many indoors. It's no surprise that around 38. 5% of Minnesotans start feeling lonely during these months. But there's a way to beat the winter blues: Social-ICE, Rochester's premier winter event. This year, Social-ICE is happen

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Jan 11 2026OPINION

Why Do We Love the Dark Side So Much?

People love watching dark stuff on TV. It's everywhere, from news to shows. But why? Maybe it's because it feels exciting. We might not see real violence often, but we see it all the time on screens. And it's not just violence. Lying, stealing, and being mean are also common themes. News often focu

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Jan 11 2026POLITICS

Finding Common Ground on Immigration: A Look at the Possibilities

In 2025, America saw some positive changes. Crime rates went down. People started living longer again. Drug overdoses and suicides decreased. Even young people seemed to be spending less time on social media. These improvements show that society can stabilize, even after tough times. But what about

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Jan 11 2026CRYPTO

Mutuum Finance: A Secure Path to Decentralized Lending

Mutuum Finance has taken a big step forward in the world of decentralized finance (DeFi). They've just finished a security check by Halborn, which is a major deal for any lending platform. This check looked at the heart of their system: how interest works, how loans get paid back, and how collateral

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Jan 11 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Future: A Look at the Numbers

Bitcoin's price could skyrocket to $53. 4 million by 2050. That's the bold prediction from a big investment company. They think Bitcoin could become a major player in global trade. This isn't just a wild guess. The company based its prediction on Bitcoin's potential growth. They imagine a world whe

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Jan 11 2026BUSINESS

Needham Pizza Spot Gets Unexpected Boost from Famous Visitors

A pizza shop in Needham, Massachusetts, is experiencing a sudden surge in customers after an unplanned visit from a well-known internet personality and a famous football fan. The owner of Gianni’s Deli and Pizza had no idea who her guests were when they walked in last Tuesday. The visitors were Dave

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Jan 10 2026TECHNOLOGY

Unmasking Fake News: How Communities Form and Spread Lies Online

Fake news spreads like wildfire on social media. It's not just one person sharing a false story. It's a group of people, a community, working together. These communities are not static. They change over time. People join, leave, and new groups form. This makes it hard to track how fake news spreads.

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Jan 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Unexpected Hit: The Hockey Romance That Stole Hearts

A show about two secret gay hockey players is making waves, and not just in Canada. “Heated Rivalry” started small but quickly gained a devoted following. It’s not a massive hit like “Stranger Things, ” but its growth is impressive. At first, the show had little promotion. It premiered in late Nove

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Jan 10 2026CRIME

Portland Shooting: What Really Happened?

In Portland, two people were shot by federal agents, and the story is far from clear. The police chief mentioned that the two individuals, Luis David Nino-Moncada and Yorlenys Betzabeth Zambrano-Contreras, might be linked to a Venezuelan gang called Tren de Aragua. However, he didn't say they were d

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Jan 10 2026SPORTS

Capitals Crush Blackhawks in a Game of Comebacks and Returns

The Washington Capitals showed their strength against the Chicago Blackhawks in a game that had it all: returns, injuries, and a surprising win. Connor McMichael was a standout, scoring a goal and setting up another, while John Carlson, Martin Fehervary, and Ryan Leonard each had two assists. Logan

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