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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Angelina Jolie's Gaza Aid Mission Amidst Israeli Restrictions

Angelina Jolie, known for her humanitarian efforts, recently visited the Rafah Crossing in Egypt. Her trip coincided with Israel's decision to halt operations of numerous aid organizations in Gaza. Jolie highlighted the difficulties these groups face in delivering essential supplies, particularly me

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Jan 03 2026CELEBRITIES

Violinist Takes on Will Smith in Court

Brian King Joseph, a violinist, is taking legal action against Will Smith and his company, Treyball Studios Management Inc. He claims he was wrongfully fired after reporting sexual misconduct. Joseph says he was hired for Smith's 2025 Based on a True Story tour but was let go before it started. Jos

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

When Germs Trick Doctors: A Lesson in Hidden Infections

Sometimes, the body sends mixed signals. An elderly person comes in with muscle pain and fatigue. Blood tests show inflammation. Doctors often think of polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR), a common condition. They start treatment with steroids. The patient feels better. But what if it's not PMR? In this c

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Jan 03 2026BUSINESS

Greg Abel: The New Captain of Berkshire Hathaway

Greg Abel is now the boss at Berkshire Hathaway. He took over from Warren Buffett, who ran the company for a very long time. Abel is 63 years old. He has been with Berkshire since 2000. Before that, he was the CEO of MidAmerican, a utility company. At Berkshire, he helped turn MidAmerican into a bi

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Jan 03 2026SPORTS

Is Rest Really Best? The College Football Playoff's Rusty Dilemma

The College Football Playoff is facing a puzzling trend. Teams that get a first-round bye, a supposed reward, are losing more often than not. Over two seasons, seven out of eight top-four teams have stumbled in the quarterfinals. This has sparked a debate: is resting too long hurting these teams, or

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Jan 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Composer's Stand: Why Stephen Schwartz Walked Away from the Kennedy Center Gala

Stephen Schwartz, the mastermind behind "Wicked, " made a bold move. He decided not to host a gala at the Kennedy Center. This decision came after changes at the arts center under the Trump administration. Schwartz believes the Kennedy Center is no longer a safe space for free artistic expression.

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

A New Mayor, New Orders: Housing and Controversy in New York City

New York City's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, wasted no time making his mark. On his first day in office, he revoked several executive orders from his predecessor, Eric Adams. These orders, signed after Adams' federal indictment, included one that expanded the definition of antisemitism and another tha

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Jan 03 2026CRIME

A Close Call: Teen's Terror Plans Foiled in North Carolina

In a quiet town near Charlotte, a young man's dangerous plans were stopped just in time. Authorities say an 18-year-old, Christian Sturdivant, was arrested for plotting an attack on New Year's Eve. He allegedly wanted to target a grocery store and a fast-food joint, aiming to hurt as many people as

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

The Willingness of Medical Workers to Provide Abortion Services

The readiness of healthcare workers and students to perform abortions is a big deal. It affects how easy it is for people to get this kind of care. Plus, it shows how ready the medical workforce is to handle these situations. A recent study looked at data from 2014 to 2025. It found that not everyo

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

How Women Stay Active After Having a Baby

Researchers looked at how women stay active and sit less after having a baby. They studied over 2, 800 women from the U. S. between 2 to 7 years after their first pregnancy. The study found that 37. 8% of women met the recommended activity levels and sat for less than 3 hours a day. The study also

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