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Jan 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Glasses: A New Way to Help People See and Hear Better

Smart glasses are not just for fun and games. They are becoming a big help for people with vision and hearing problems. At a big tech show in 2026, many companies showed off smart glasses that can do more than just play music or help with work. These glasses can help people who have trouble seeing o

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Jan 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Star Trek's Wild and Wacky Sports: A Fun Look

Star Trek is known for its futuristic tech and deep space adventures, but it also has a surprising love for sports. From phaser shootouts to alien lacrosse, the franchise has created some unique games. Let's dive into these fictional sports and see what makes them special. First up is Calica, a new

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Jan 24 2026WEATHER

South Carolina Braces for Weekend Ice Storm

South Carolina is getting ready for a big ice storm this weekend. The Department of Transportation (DOT) is taking action to keep roads safe. They are spreading salt on highways to prevent ice from building up. In some areas, ice could be half an inch thick. Even though driving is risky, treating ro

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Jan 24 2026POLITICS

South Dakota's New Plan to Punish Church Disruptions

South Dakota's Governor, Larry Rhoden, has proposed a new law that could land people in prison for interrupting religious services. This idea came after a protest inside a church in Minnesota. The protest happened shortly after a tragic shooting in Minneapolis. The governor wants to change the rule

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Jan 24 2026SPORTS

South Carolina's Surprising Loss: A Lesson in Basketball

South Carolina's women's basketball team faced a tough defeat against Oklahoma, ranking 16th. Coach Dawn Staley pointed out that the loss was due to Oklahoma's strong will to win. The Gamecocks had a chance to secure the game in the final seconds, but a missed pass led to overtime. In overtime, Okl

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Jan 23 2026SCIENCE

How a Common Acid Could Help Fight Inflammation

Scientists have found that a substance called l-malic acid (l-MA) can help a good gut bacteria, Bifidobacterium breve Bb18 (Bb18), survive better in harsh conditions. This could be a big deal for people with gut inflammation. In lab tests, they discovered that adding 0. 4% l-MA made Bb18 much stron

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Jan 23 2026CRYPTO

Big Banks Start to Embrace Crypto

UBS, a major Swiss bank, is considering a big step into the world of cryptocurrency. They want to let some of their private banking clients invest in digital assets. This could be a game-changer for UBS, as they manage a huge amount of wealth, around $4. 7 trillion. The bank is currently looking fo

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Jan 23 2026CELEBRITIES

Stars Packing Their Bags: Why Some Celebrities Are Leaving the US

Some famous faces are saying goodbye to the US. They're not just going on vacation. They're moving out for good. Why? Politics. The US is getting more divided. Some stars feel they can't stay. Ellen DeGeneres and her wife Portia de Rossi have already left. They moved to England after the 2024 elect

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

Ukraine's Power Struggle: How Attacks on Substations Could Plunge the Country into Darkness

Ukraine's power grid is under siege, and the stakes are high. As winter tightens its grip, Russia has been relentlessly targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure. The country's power supply is hanging by a thread, with half of its generating capacity already lost. Nuclear power is the backbone of 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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