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Jan 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's S26 Ultra: A Step Back in Design?

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra is making waves, but not for the reasons you might think. The latest leaks suggest that Samsung is ditching the unique vinyl record-style camera rings from the Galaxy S25 series. Instead, they are going back to a more traditional design, similar to the Galaxy S24

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Venezuela's Tense Streets: What's Next After Maduro's Arrest?

Things are getting scary in Venezuela. Armed groups, called Colectivos, are stopping people on the streets. They check phones and cars, looking for anyone who supports the U. S. after they captured Nicolás Maduro. These groups are loyal to Maduro and are trying to keep control. People are worried.

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Money for Families on Hold: What's Happening with Social Services Funding?

The Trump administration has decided to pause $10 billion in funds for social services and child care in five states led by Democrats. This move, reported first by the New York Post, affects California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York. The Health and Human Services (HHS) department claim

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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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