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Jan 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Police Tracking: Where Do We Draw the Line?

In a world where technology is everywhere, a big question arises: how much should police be allowed to dig into our phones? The Supreme Court is currently tackling this issue, focusing on something called geofence warrants. These warrants let law enforcement gather location data from all phones in a

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Jan 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Captains at the Helm of Star Wars: What's Next?

After more than 13 years, Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down from her role at Lucasfilm. Dave Filoni is taking over as president and chief creative officer, with Lynwen Brennan as co-president. This change comes after a mixed bag of successes and controversies under Kennedy's leadership. Kennedy joi

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Jan 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

UK Cloud Services Get a Security Boost

Rackspace Technology has just earned a special badge for its UK cloud services. This badge, called VMware Sovereign Cloud Partner Status, shows that Rackspace can keep UK data safe and sound within the country. This is big news for organizations that need to keep their data under tight control. The

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Jan 17 2026SCIENCE

Turning Trash into Treasure: How Biomass Can Help Solve Water Scarcity

Biomass, often seen as waste, could be a game-changer in tackling water scarcity. Imagine turning plant waste into a super material that can clean water and collect salt. This isn't just a dream; it's a reality thanks to a new method called hydrothermal carbonization. This process creates a special

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Jan 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

GNOME 50: A Big Change for Linux Users

GNOME 50 is here, and it's making a big move. It's now only using Wayland. This means you can't start GNOME with the old X11 system anymore. But don't worry, your old X11 apps will still work. They'll run through something called XWayland. This change is part of a bigger trend. Many Linux desktops

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Jan 17 2026WEATHER

Southern Africa Faces Severe Flooding Crisis

Southern Africa is in the grip of a severe flooding crisis. Over 100 people have lost their lives in South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe due to relentless heavy rains. The downpours have been ongoing for weeks, causing widespread devastation. In South Africa, the situation is dire. Army helicopt

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Jan 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

David Ellison's European Mission: A Bid to Save Warner Bros.

David Ellison is on a mission. He's traveling across Europe, talking to important people in politics and entertainment. His goal? To get support for his big plan to buy Warner Bros. Discovery for a huge amount of money: $108. 4 billion. He's also trying to stop Netflix from making a rival offer. El

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Jan 17 2026POLITICS

Ukraine's Push for Security and Recovery Support

A team from Ukraine is traveling to the United States to discuss security promises and plans for rebuilding after the war. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy shared this news, hoping these talks will lead to agreements during the World Economic Forum in Davos. The Ukrainian team wants clear answers from

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Jan 17 2026LIFESTYLE

Minnesota Cities Shine in Active Lifestyle Rankings

Minnesota is making waves again, but this time it's not about the weather or the cold. Two of its cities, Minneapolis and St. Paul, have been recognized as some of the best places for an active lifestyle. This is quite an achievement, especially considering the long, dark winters that can make it to

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Jan 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Style Rules for the 2026 Actor Awards: A New Twist on Glamour

The 2026 Actor Awards, streaming on March 1, is shaking things up with a fresh dress code. For the first time in its 31-year history, attendees are expected to follow a specific theme: “Reimagining Hollywood Glamour from the ’20s and ’30s. ” This new rule, announced by Elle on January 15, is reminis

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