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Jan 03 2026OPINION

Making a Difference: A Look at Local Changes and Challenges

Pay It Forward is shaking things up. Instead of one big event in March, they're planning smaller projects all year. This shift could help more people in the community. The old way was impressive but rushed. Now, with more frequent, smaller projects, they might make an even bigger impact. Scams are

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Minnesota's Big Money Mess: What's Really Going On?

Minnesota is in hot water. The Small Business Administration (SBA) has put a freeze on nearly 7, 000 loans. Why? Because there's a big fraud scandal brewing. These loans, worth up to $400 million, were given out during the COVID-19 pandemic. The idea was to help small businesses, but it seems some p

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Jan 03 2026CRIME

Fire Safety Concerns Arise After Tragic Swiss Bar Blaze

In the aftermath of a devastating fire at a popular Swiss bar, questions are being raised about the safety measures in place. The incident, which occurred during a New Year's Eve celebration, has left at least 40 people dead. Investigators believe the fire started when sparklers came too close to th

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Jan 03 2026SCIENCE

How Do We Really Change Behavior? Science vs. Common Sense

People often have their own ideas about what makes others follow rules. This is important because these beliefs can influence how they react to policies designed to change behavior. But do these everyday ideas match up with what science says? A big study asked over 3, 000 people about what they thi

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Jan 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Tichina Arnold Talks About Jokes on 'Martin' and Set Life

Tichina Arnold, known for her role as Pam on the popular '90s sitcom "Martin, " recently spoke about the show's humor and the behind-the-scenes dynamics. She addressed claims of colorism in the jokes aimed at her character, Pam, which were brought up by singer Ari Lennox. Arnold acknowledged Lennox

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

California's Big Talk: What's on the Table for the Governor's Speech?

Lawmakers in California have their eyes on what Governor Newsom might highlight in his upcoming State of the State address. They're hoping he'll tackle some big issues, like how taxpayer money is being used and how to make the state safer and more resilient. One senator, Tony Strickland, wants the

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Jan 03 2026ENVIRONMENT

How Hospitals Can Cut Down on Plastic Waste

Intensive care units (ICUs) are known for using a lot of resources. They are like the energy guzzlers of hospitals. A recent study looked at six common breathing treatments given in an Italian ICU. The goal was to see if switching from disposable to reusable products could cut down on plastic waste

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Jan 02 2026FINANCE

Wall Street's 2025 Crystal Balls: What They Saw Coming

In 2025, the stock market was a rollercoaster, with tariffs, AI chatbots, and economic jitters keeping everyone on their toes. Amidst all this chaos, some forecasters stood out, predicting major market moves with surprising accuracy. Let's take a look at what they got right and where they think thin

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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

A Ship's Cat-and-Mouse Game in the Atlantic

A ship once called Bella 1 is now making waves. After weeks of sailing under the radar, it's suddenly broadcasting its whereabouts. It's heading northeast in the North Atlantic, possibly aiming for a spot between Iceland and Britain. From there, it might even cruise around Scandinavia to reach Murma

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Jan 02 2026CRIME

A Sparkling Disaster in the Swiss Alps

In the heart of the Swiss Alps, a night of celebration turned into a nightmare. A fire at a popular bar in the ski resort of Crans-Montana claimed 40 lives and left 119 injured. The cause? Investigators believe it was sparked by flares on Champagne bottles that got too close to the ceiling. The tra

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