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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

A Shift in U. S. Tech Security Leadership

The U. S. Commerce Department has seen a change in leadership within a key office focused on tech security. Elizabeth "Liz" Cannon, who headed the Information and Communications Technology and Services (ICTS) office, has stepped down. This office, established in 2022, was tasked with investigating t

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Jan 23 2026HEALTH

Understanding the Impact: Kids and Bipolar Parents

Living with a parent who has bipolar disorder can be tough for kids. It's not just about the highs and lows of the parent's mood. It's about how these changes affect the whole family. Kids might not understand why their parent acts differently sometimes. They might feel confused or even scared. This

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

Pennsylvania's Tax Win: A Bank Gets Money Back for Sign Fixes

A bank in Pennsylvania just won a tax refund. It's not about big money or fancy loopholes. It's about fixing signs. The bank thought it paid too much tax on repairs for an elevator and some signs. First, they got a win for the elevator. But the tax board said no to the signs. The bank didn't give u

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Jan 23 2026CRYPTO

Strive's Big Bitcoin Bet: A Closer Look

Strive, a financial firm launched in 2022, is aiming to gather up to $150 million by selling special shares called Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock, labeled SATA. This money will be used to pay off some of its debts and buy more Bitcoin. The company has a subsidiary called Semler Sc

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Jan 23 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin and Gaming: A New Way to Pay

A company called ZBD has just raised a huge amount of money. They got $40 million to build better ways to pay in video games. This money will help them grow and improve their services. ZBD is all about making payments easier for game developers. They want to let gamers send money to each other, ear

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Jan 23 2026HEALTH

Gaming for Recovery: How Tiny Skin Patches Could Change Stroke Rehabilitation

Stroke survivors often struggle with movement. Traditional rehab tools are big and need experts. This is a problem. A new idea uses small, skin-friendly patches. These patches stick to joints and muscles. They track hand and finger movements. The patches send out tiny electrical signals. These signa

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

Arlington's New Hotel: A Big Bet on the Future

A major hotel project is coming to Arlington. Loews Hotels & Co. is building a new hotel in the entertainment district. It will replace the old Sheraton Arlington Hotel. The new hotel will have 507 rooms and 39 suites. It will also have a lot of space for meetings and events. The hotel will be calle

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Jan 23 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Markets on Edge: What's Shaking Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana?

Crypto markets are in a bit of a pickle right now. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana are all feeling the heat. A well-known analyst, who goes by DonAlt, thinks that political news is messing with the usual market patterns. Bitcoin's recent attempt to bounce back hit a snag. It couldn't break through a

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

A Fresh Start for Park Heights: Big Plans and Bigger Dreams

In Baltimore's Park Heights, a big change is coming. A group of organizations has joined forces to build something new. They have secured $44 million to create a mixed-use community. This project will bring affordable housing and spaces for businesses. The focus is on Belvedere Avenue, near the Piml

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Jan 23 2026SPORTS

Paddy Pimblett's Big Decision: Why He's Skipping the UFC White House Fight

Paddy Pimblett, a rising star in the UFC, has made a surprising choice. He won't be part of the highly anticipated UFC White House event in June. This decision comes despite the event being touted as the biggest in combat sports history. Pimblett is currently focused on his upcoming fight against J

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