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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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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Venezuela's Power Shift: Who's Really Appalled?

The U. S. has just pulled off a surprise move in Venezuela. They've taken out the president, Nicolás Maduro, and it seems like a smooth operation. But is it a smart one? Many people are questioning the reasons behind it and the way it was done. Russia and China are speaking up against this action.

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Jan 06 2026SCIENCE

Smart Tech Predicts Green Building Material Strength

The building industry is going green, and recycled cement mortar (RCM) is getting attention. It's eco-friendly, but how strong is it? That's where smart tech comes in. Scientists used artificial neural networks (ANNs) to predict the strength of RCM. They added some smart algorithms to make the ANNs

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Jan 06 2026SCIENCE

Maize and Microbes: A Drought-Fighting Duo

Drought is a big problem for crops around the world. It stops plants from growing well and cuts down on how much food we can grow. But what if tiny helpers could make a difference? Scientists found a helpful bacteria called Bacillus velezensis D103. This bacteria can help maize plants handle drough

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Jan 06 2026FINANCE

Movemint: The New Way to Boost Bank Growth

Movemint, a digital marketing and finance tool, has changed its name from Digital Storefront. This new name shows their bigger goal: helping banks and credit unions grow by offering loans, deposits, and other services in a smarter way. Movemint wants to make banks connect better with their customer

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

World Events: A Look at Recent Developments

In recent times, several significant events have shaped the global landscape. Venezuela's political upheaval has drawn attention, with comparisons made to historical events like the fall of the Berlin Wall. The shift in power has sparked discussions about the future of Venezuela's vast oil reserves,

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Jan 06 2026FINANCE

What's Driving Bitcoin's Recent Surge?

Bitcoin's value has been on the rise lately. This isn't just any ordinary increase. It's happening because of some big things going on in the world. One of the main reasons is what's happening in Venezuela. The country is in a tough spot, and people are turning to Bitcoin as a way to protect their m

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Jan 06 2026ENVIRONMENT

Venezuela's Oil Problem: A Darker Shade of Black

Venezuela sits on a mountain of oil, the biggest in the world. But it's not the kind you want. This oil is thick, heavy, and full of sulfur. It's the kind that's harder to refine and worse for the environment. Before things went south, Venezuela was pumping out millions of barrels a day. Now, it's a

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