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Jan 13 2026SCIENCE

Harnessing Microbes to Extract Valuable Metals from Old Gadgets

The push for clean energy has created a huge need for metals. Instead of digging them out of the ground, we can get them from old electronics. This is not only good for the environment but also makes economic sense. Traditional ways of extracting metals from e-waste are not great. They use a lot of

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Jan 13 2026SCIENCE

A Dead Star's Glowing Surprise: A Cosmic Puzzle

In the vast expanse of space, a peculiar sight has left astronomers scratching their heads. A white dwarf, the leftover core of a dead star, is putting on a dazzling light show. This isn't just any light show; it's a glowing shock wave that shouldn't exist. The star, RXJ0528+2838, is about 730 light

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Jan 13 2026HEALTH

Workplace Stress and the Rise of Digital Mental Health Tools

Workplaces are becoming more stressful. Many people feel overwhelmed by their jobs. This is not just about feeling tired. It can lead to serious health problems. To fight this, digital tools are stepping in. These tools help people manage stress on their own. But, there are so many options. It's har

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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why Extra Messages Might Not Make a Difference in Tests

Tests that check how well something lasts already think about messages that go against it. This means they look at how strong it is when people say bad things about it. Adding more messages that go against it probably won't change much. Think about it like this: if you test a toy to see how strong

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Venezuela's Slow Prisoner Release: A Test of Trust

In Venezuela, the government's promise to free political prisoners is moving at a snail's pace, leaving families frustrated and skeptical. The son of a jailed opposition leader, Ramón Guanipa, has a message for President Trump: don't be fooled by the small number of releases so far. He believes Trum

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Jan 13 2026BUSINESS

China and EU Find Common Ground in EV Trade Talks

China and the EU have taken a big step forward in their electric vehicle (EV) trade dispute. The European Commission has asked Chinese companies to share their plans. They want to know about future investments and how many cars they will send to Europe each year. This could help lower the high taxes

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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Nintendo's Big Plans: Switch 2, Games, and More

Nintendo's president, Shuntaro Furukawa, recently shared some exciting updates about the company's future plans. He talked about the Nintendo Switch 2, new games, movies, and even anime streaming. First, let's talk about the Nintendo Switch 2. Furukawa mentioned that the supply has stabilized world

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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

UK Watchdog Probes X Over AI-Generated Explicit Images

The UK's media regulator, Ofcom, is now looking into Elon Musk's social media platform, X, due to worries about its AI chatbot, Grok. Reports suggest that Grok is being used to make and share explicit images of people without their permission. This includes undressed images of adults and even sexual

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Jan 13 2026SPORTS

Jaguars' Journey: A Season of Growth and What's Next

The Jacksonville Jaguars had a fantastic season. They went from being a team that didn't win many games to winning their division. But their playoff run ended when they lost to the Buffalo Bills. The final score was 27-24. Trevor Lawrence, the Jaguars' quarterback, had a good game. He threw for thr

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Jan 13 2026CRIME

The Mysterious Case of the Ohio Dentist and His Wife

A sad event happened in Columbus, Ohio. A dentist named Spencer Tepe and his wife, Monique, were found dead in their home. They had two young kids, who were not hurt. Spencer was a well-liked dentist. His coworkers called the police when he didn't show up for work one morning. That's when the polic

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