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Jan 06 2026EDUCATION

Local Teens Shine in STEM

In a big win for local education, two high school juniors from Alachua County have been recognized as Sunshine State Scholars. This honor goes to top students in STEM fields. Navya Goyal from Gainesville High School and Amy Xiao from Buchholz High School earned this title. They were picked based on

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Iran's Economic Unrest: A Closer Look at the Growing Protests

Protests have been happening in Iran for nine days now. They started because of money problems. The currency is losing value, and prices are going up. Rights groups say at least 25 people have died. More than 1, 000 people have been arrested. These protests are not as big as the ones in 2022-23. Th

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Jan 06 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Birthdays: A Look at January 6th's Stars

January 6th is a special day for many famous faces. It's the day when actors, singers, and other stars celebrate their birthdays. This year, some well-known names are joining the party. Norman Reedus, famous for his role in "The Walking Dead, " is turning 57. He's not just an actor; he's also a dad

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Jan 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Venture: Barinholtz and Belushi Team Up for Fun Shows

Jon Barinholtz and Rob Belushi have started a new production company called Inner Drive Entertainment. This company is part of Studio Lambert, which is known for shows like The Traitors and Squid Game: The Challenge. Barinholtz and Belushi are actors who have also created game shows. They recently m

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Jan 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Portland Takes a Stand: New Fee for Big Venues to Boost Local Arts

Portland has just made a big move to support local arts. The City Council voted to make large entertainment venues chip in a small portion of their ticket sales. This money will go into a special fund to help out local artists and small venues. The new rule applies to places that can hold over 2, 0

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Jan 06 2026EDUCATION

Mastering Emergencies: The New Breed of Medics

Dangerous situations that can be life-threatening are happening more often. These situations need quick and smart responses. This is where the Master Medic and Master Physician program comes in. It's a course that trains medics to handle both medical and tactical aspects of emergencies. The program

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Venezuelan Leader's Capture Sparks Mixed Reactions

In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump announced on a social media platform that the U. S. had successfully carried out a large-scale operation in Venezuela. The main target? President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, who were reportedly captured and taken out of the country. This

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Jan 06 2026FINANCE

Retirement Savings: The Hidden Tax Trap for Seniors

Many seniors are missing out on a key rule for their retirement savings. They are not taking out the required minimum distributions, or RMDs, from their accounts. This oversight leads to unnecessary tax penalties. The IRS has set rules that once someone hits a certain age, they must start withdrawin

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Jan 06 2026HEALTH

Sunlight's Surprising Role in Mental Health

In a recent investigation, scientists explored how sunlight and heat in China could influence suicide rates. They examined data from Anhui Province over four years, specifically during the warmer months from May to September. The findings revealed a dual nature of sunlight. On milder days, increased

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Jan 06 2026FINANCE

Big Money Moves: OCI Takes Charge of GLAS

OCI, a big player in investments, just made a bold move. They bought most of GLAS, a company that helps manage loans. The deal is worth up to 55 million pounds. This shows OCI wants to be a bigger part of the private credit world. That world is growing fast, with lots of money flowing in. The deal

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