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Feb 18 2026BUSINESS

Navient's Long-Awaited Reparations Begin

Money is finally moving to those wronged by Navient, but not without a long delay. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has started sending out payments to borrowers after a deal was struck in 2024. Navient, a major student loan servicer, agreed to pay $120 million, with $100 million goin

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Jan 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Russell Crowe's New Movie: A Mix of Crime and Calm

Russell Crowe has shared a glimpse of his upcoming film, Bear Country. The movie is directed by Derrick Borte, who previously worked on Unhinged. Crowe posted a vibrant poster on X, showing his character in a shiny gold tracksuit, holding a gun, and looking thoughtful. The character, Manco Kapak, i

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

Wage Garnishment Returns for Student Loan Defaulters

Starting in early 2026, the U. S. Education Department plans to resume taking money directly from the paychecks of people who haven't paid their student loans in over 9 months. This practice, called wage garnishment, was put on hold during the pandemic. The department says they will begin by sending

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Oct 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Russell Crowe's New Fight Movie Finds a Home

Russell Crowe is back in the ring, but this time it's not for gladiators. He's stepping into the world of mixed martial arts (MMA) with his new movie, "Beast in Me. " This isn't just any action flick. It's a story about a retired MMA champ who gets pulled back into the violent world he left behind.

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Jul 13 2025SPORTS

How Rowers Measure Their Effort: A Closer Look

Athletes often use their own feelings to measure how hard they train. This is called a subjective scale. It is easy to use and can be a good addition to more scientific methods. But how reliable is it? A recent study looked at how well rowers can rate their own effort during training. The study foc

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Jun 04 2025EDUCATION

Older Americans Get a Break from Student Loan Debt

The Education Department has decided to stop taking money from the Social Security checks of people who haven't paid back their student loans. This is big news for many older Americans who were worried about losing part of their income. The government had recently started collecting these overdue lo

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Jun 02 2025CRIME

Boulder Mall Attack: A Closer Look at the Recent Violence

A recent violent incident in Boulder, Colorado, has left six people hurt. The FBI is treating this as a terror attack. The suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, was arrested. He shouted "Free Palestine" during the attack. He used a homemade flamethrower. The attack happened at the Pearl Street pedestrian

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Apr 23 2025EDUCATION

Student Loans: What's Happening with Defaulted Debt?

The government is restarting the collection of defaulted student loans. This move affects millions of borrowers who have not made payments in a long time. The Department of Education will start taking money from tax refunds, Social Security benefits, and even wages of those who are in default.

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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

Almond Farmers Face a Double Whammy

California's almond farmers are facing a tough situation. They are used to dealing with unpredictable weather and water supplies. Yet, they now face another challenge: trade battles. The U. S. government has imposed tariffs on various countries. This could affect where almonds are sold and impact th

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Jan 02 2025EDUCATION

Why Do Humans Love Myths? A Social Perspective

Ever wondered why people love and celebrate cultural myths? It's all about our social evolution. Humans have a unique ability to connect with others through shared stories and experiences. These collective narratives help us decide if a group is worth joining. By sharing myths, we can assess a coali

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