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Jan 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Big Surprise: The Oscar Snub That Has Everyone Talking

The 2026 Oscar nominations are out, and they've got everyone buzzing. While the horror genre is finally getting its due, one movie's absence is making waves. Sorry, Baby, directed by Eva Victor, has been a critical darling all year, but the Academy didn't give it a single nod. This is a big deal bec

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Jan 24 2026POLITICS

Crime Numbers Drop, But Who Gets the Credit?

Dan Bongino, a former FBI Deputy Director, has some strong words for the media. He believes they are not giving enough credit to the Trump administration for a big drop in crime. According to Bongino, the FBI made a lot of progress under Trump's leadership. They arrested more violent criminals, took

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Jan 24 2026CRIME

Jamaica Travel Alert: Know the Risks Before You Go

Jamaica is a beautiful place. But the U. S. State Department has some serious advice for travelers. They say to be extra careful. Why? Because crime, health issues, and natural disasters are real problems there. The travel advisory for Jamaica was recently lowered. But don’t let that fool you. The

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Jan 24 2026CRIME

Swiss Court Frees Bar Owner After Deadly Fire: Italy Outraged

Italy is furious. The country's leaders are not happy with a Swiss court's decision. The court freed a bar owner on bail. This man is linked to a New Year's Eve fire. The fire killed 40 people and hurt over 100. Many of the injured were young. The bar owner, Jacques Moretti, and his wife are being

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Jan 24 2026WEATHER

Winter Storm Fern: Delta Air Lines Faces Flight Cancellations and Travel Chaos

Winter storm Fern is causing a lot of trouble for air travel. Delta Air Lines has had to cancel more flights in Atlanta and along the East Coast. This includes big cities like Boston and New York. The storm is expected to bring ice to Atlanta and heavy snow to the Northeast starting Sunday afternoon

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Jan 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

How Tech Helps Older Adults Stay Connected

Older adults often need a little extra help to stay active and engaged, especially when their abilities start to decline. That's where socially interactive agents (SIAs) come in. These are like friendly robots or smart devices that chat, play games, or just keep someone company. But how well do they

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Jan 24 2026SCIENCE

Plants' Secret Weapon Against Disease: Gene Fusion

Plants have a clever way to fight off diseases. They can mix and match genes to create new, powerful defenses. This process is called gene fusion. It happens when two separate genes join together to form a new one. Scientists have been studying this in plants, but they're still figuring out how it

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Jan 24 2026WEATHER

A Muddy Challenge: New Zealand's Race Against Time

In New Zealand, a race against time is unfolding. A landslide struck a popular campground on the North Island's east coast. Six people are still missing, including two teens. The search for survivors is far from easy. Heavy rains caused the disaster at Mount Maunganui, near Tauranga. Rescuers face

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Jan 24 2026WEATHER

Cold Snap Hits the South as Big Storm Moves East

A massive winter storm is making its way across the U. S. , starting in the south and heading east. It's bringing heavy snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures to a huge part of the country. Over 150 million people are under some kind of weather alert. The storm, driven by frigid air from Cana

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Jan 24 2026EDUCATION

Chesapeake's Big Move: Building a Future-Ready Career Hub

Chesapeake is getting a major upgrade for its career center. A huge $20 million grant from the state is going towards building a new, modern facility. This is a big deal because the current one has been around since 1967. It's old and needs a serious update. The new center, called the Career Academ

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