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Jan 15 2026BUSINESS

Macy's: How a Retail Giant is Beating the Odds

The retail scene is tough, especially for high-end stores. Many big names have closed down. Now, Saks Global has filed for bankruptcy. But Macy's is doing something different. It's focusing on the basics. Clean stores, good service, and smart store closures. It's not flashy, but it's working. Macy'

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Jan 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI's New Role: Fun Over Function?

AI is often talked about as a tool to make us smarter and more productive. But what if its biggest impact is on our leisure time? Young people are already using AI for entertainment. This trend could shape the future of AI technology. Big tech companies might focus more on fun than function to make

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Jan 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Scrubs Revival Honors Sam Lloyd with a Heartfelt Tribute

The Scrubs revival is bringing back the beloved medical comedy with a special nod to the late Sam Lloyd. In a recent chat, Zach Braff shared how the show is paying tribute to his former co-star, who played the lovable lawyer Ted Buckland for nine seasons. The cast has named a new bar in the show "Ll

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Jan 14 2026CRYPTO

Crypto's Strong Survivors: The Coins That Beat the Odds

Crypto is a wild ride. One day, a coin is hot, the next, it's gone. But some coins have shown they can handle the heat. They've weathered crashes, rules, and hype. These aren't just survivors; they're the ones shaping the future. Bitcoin is the big daddy of crypto. It's been around the longest and

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Trump's Trip to Detroit: What Do the Numbers Say?

President Donald Trump is making a stop in Detroit on January 13, 2026. But how do Americans feel about him right now? The numbers aren't great. Several polls show that more than half of Americans disapprove of his performance. Let's break it down. The CBS News/YouGov poll shows the highest disappr

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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Bitcoin-Backed Loans: A Risky Bet for Big Investors?

Big investors are eyeing Bitcoin-backed loans, but Fitch Ratings, a major credit rating agency, has a warning: these loans are risky business. Why? Because Bitcoin's price swings wildly, and that volatility can quickly turn these loans sour. Fitch pointed out that these loans are often backed by Bi

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Jan 13 2026HEALTH

Understanding the PASE Scale: A Closer Look at Self-Disengagement

The PASE scale is a tool designed to measure how much someone avoids their own thoughts, feelings, and memories. This avoidance is believed to be a key factor in trauma-related mental health issues. A recent study set out to test the reliability of the English version of this scale and explore its c

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Jan 13 2026BUSINESS

Kustom Entertainment's Big Shift: Focusing on Music and Tickets

Kustom Entertainment, Inc. has just sold its majority stake in Nobility Healthcare, LLC. This move is part of a bigger plan to focus more on live events and online ticketing. The company sold its 51% share to the current 49% owner for about $1. 45 million. This deal closed on January 8, 2026. The pa

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Jan 13 2026SCIENCE

Is the World Really as Bad as It Seems?

People often think the world is getting worse. They see rude behavior, online trolls, and bad news everywhere. It feels like kindness is disappearing. But is this really true? Research shows that most people still value kindness and honesty. A big study with over 32, 000 people from different cultu

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Jan 12 2026WEATHER

Washington's Wet Weekend: Floods, Avalanches, and Weather Warnings

Rainy days are back in Washington, and not everyone is happy about it. Over the weekend, an atmospheric river dumped a lot of water on the state, causing floods and even avalanches. Now, parts of Washington are still dealing with the aftermath. The National Weather Service (NWS) warned that western

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