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Jan 18 2026BUSINESS

Credit Card Rate Cap: Banks Brace for Trump's Move

The clock is ticking for credit card companies as a deadline set by President Trump looms. The president has called for a 10% cap on credit card interest rates, but with just days left, there's still a lot of uncertainty about what will happen next. The White House hasn't shared many details about

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Jan 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

European Film Awards 2026: A Night of Celebration and Activism

The European Film Awards (EFA) made a change this year, moving from December to January to better fit into the global awards season. While the winners won't affect the Oscars directly, they might still influence voters when they pick their favorites in March. Several films that won at the EFAs are

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Jan 18 2026HEALTH

Mixing MAOIs and Drugs: What You Need to Know

MAOIs, or monoamine oxidase inhibitors, are powerful meds used to treat tough cases of depression and other mental health issues. But they come with a catch: they can cause serious problems when mixed with certain drugs or even some foods. This is especially true for people who also struggle with su

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Jan 18 2026CRYPTO

The Bumpy Road to a Bitcoin Reserve

The idea of a Bitcoin (BTC) reserve in the United States is gaining traction, but legal hurdles are slowing things down. Patrick Witt, who leads the White House Crypto Council, shared this update on the Crypto in America podcast. He mentioned that while the plan seems simple, some complex legal rule

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Gaza Governance Plan Sparks Israeli Concerns

Israel is not happy with the latest U. S. plan for Gaza. The issue? The people chosen to lead it. The Israeli government says the U. S. did not talk to them before making this decision. They think the plan goes against what Israel wants. One big problem for Israel is Turkey's involvement. Turkey's

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Jan 18 2026EDUCATION

Missouri Schools Get New Report Cards: What's the Plan?

Missouri is shaking things up in education. The state is creating a new way to grade schools. This is after Governor Mike Kehoe gave an order. The Missouri Department of Education has until June to make a plan. The new system will use letter grades from A to F. It will be based on how well students

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Jan 18 2026HEALTH

Catching Early Signs: How Tech Can Help Track Health at Home

People with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) often show small changes in behavior before major symptoms appear. These changes can include sleep problems, less time spent outside, and different internet habits. Spotting these shifts early can help doctors act faster and slow down the

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Jan 17 2026POLITICS

Shifting Sands: Syria's Army and Kurds Navigate a Tense Truce

In a move that's got everyone talking, Syria's army is making its way into areas east of Aleppo. This comes after Kurdish forces, known as the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), started pulling back. The SDF's decision to withdraw follows some serious chats with US officials and a promise from Syrian P

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Jan 17 2026BUSINESS

The Buzz Around Beef: A Closer Look at Market Shifts

The recent stir in the cattle market has folks talking. It all started with some chatter about the New World Screw Fly near the Mexican border. Even though the border's been closed for over a year, Mexican cattle producers have been busy. They've set up feed bunks, brought in US corn, and built more

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Jan 17 2026SCIENCE

Unravel the Cosmos: Test Your Space Smarts with This Week's Puzzle

Space enthusiasts, get ready to put your knowledge to the test! Every seven days, a treasure trove of cosmic wonders unfolds, from mind-blowing research on the International Space Station to breathtaking snapshots from the James Webb Space Telescope. But how much of this stellar information have you

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