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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

The Green Makeover: How Fake Plants Are Taking Over

The market for artificial trees and shrubs is booming, with a projected growth from $1. 3 billion in 2026 to $1. 84 billion by 2032. This growth is driven by advancements in materials, such as polyethylene and polyester, which offer durability and realism. The market is segmented into various produc

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Jan 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Doubts Grow as Investor and Actor Team Up

Michael Burry, known for his bold investment moves, has joined actor Ben Affleck in questioning the reliability of AI. Both figures have raised concerns about the technology's limitations and potential pitfalls. Burry recently shared a clip from the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, where Affleck critic

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Jan 19 2026CELEBRITIES

Dolly Parton's 80th Birthday: A Look at Her Health and Music

Dolly Parton, the beloved country music icon, recently turned 80. She shared this milestone with fans on social media, posting playful photos of herself with a butterfly cake. In one picture, she licked frosting off her finger, and in another, she used a fire extinguisher to blow out the candles. He

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Jan 19 2026CELEBRITIES

How Stars Helped Shape the Civil Rights Movement

The civil rights movement was a tough fight. It had violence, suffering, and even deaths. But it also had something unexpected: glamour. Big-name celebrities joined the cause. They marched, spoke out, and used their fame to help. Harry Belafonte, Marlon Brando, and others stood with Martin Luther K

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

Columbia's Vista: A Neighborhood on the Move

The Vista, a lively neighborhood in Columbia, is set for another big change. This area, which runs from Gervais Street to the Congaree River, has seen many transformations. It started as an industrial hub, then became an arts district, and now it's known for its nightlife and entertainment. Back in

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

A New Entertainment Hub Rises in Maryland

A new entertainment venue is coming to National Harbor in Maryland. This venue, called Sphere, is expected to bring a lot of benefits to the area. It will be the second Sphere in the U. S. and the first to use a smaller design. The project is a joint effort between Sphere Entertainment, the State of

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Vietnam's Communist Party Congress: A High-Tech, No-Connection Gathering

In Vietnam, something unusual is happening. The Communist Party Congress is taking place. Delegates are given special Samsung tablets. But these tablets are not like the ones people use every day. They do not have internet access. This is not all. Delegates cannot use their phones either. The phone

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Jan 19 2026FINANCE

New Hedge Fund in Hong Kong Gets Big Boost from Squarepoint

A fresh face has entered the hedge fund world, and it's already making waves. Invictus Investment Partners, a new player based in Hong Kong, has secured a solid $200 million backing from Squarepoint Capital. This isn't just any startup; it's led by some big names in the industry. Tomohiro Yamaguchi

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Jan 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

OpenAI and Cerebras Team Up for AI Power Boost

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has just made a huge deal with Cerebras Systems. They will use Cerebras' special chips to get more computing power. This deal is worth over $10 billion and will last for three years. OpenAI needs this power because they have over 900 million users every week. They

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Jan 19 2026SPORTS

Arsenal's Recent Slip-Ups: Time to Toughen Up

Arsenal's recent performances have raised some eyebrows. They've had a couple of draws in a row, first against Liverpool and then against Nottingham Forest. This is a bit surprising because they've been doing so well lately. The thing is, they had a great chance to pull away from the pack when Manch

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