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Jan 12 2026POLITICS

Stars Shine Light on ICE Issues at Golden Globes

Stars at the Golden Globes took a stand this year. They wore pins to honor Renee Good. She was shot by an ICE officer in Minneapolis. The pins said \"BE GOOD\" and \"ICE OUT. \" The pins brought politics to the awards show. Last year, the event was more about movies and TV. This year, it was differ

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Jan 12 2026POLITICS

Japan's Prime Minister Plays Political Chess

Japan is buzzing with political moves. The ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is thinking about ending the current parliament session soon. They might call a surprise election for February. This is not a usual step. It shows they want to use the prime minister's popularity to their advantage. Pr

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Jan 12 2026HEALTH

New York City Nurses Stand Up for Better Work Conditions

In a bold move, thousands of nurses from three major hospital groups in New York City walked off the job. They are demanding better working conditions and fair pay. The nurses, part of the New York State Nurses Association, say they are overworked and underpaid. They are striking at NewYork-Presbyte

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Jan 12 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Birthdays: A Look at Notable Figures Turning a Year Older

January 12, 2026, is a day packed with birthdays from some well-known names. Let's dive into the lives of these celebrities and see what makes them stand out. Rob Zombie, the rocker and filmmaker, is hitting the big 6-1. He's known for bringing "The Munsters" to life on the big screen a few years b

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Jan 12 2026CRYPTO

The Crypto Rollercoaster: How Politics and Power Plays Shaped the Market

Charles Hoskinson, the mastermind behind Cardano, has had a rough ride in the crypto world. Over the past four years, he's seen his investments drop by a staggering $2. 5 billion. But he's quick to point out that it's not the tech that's to blame. He believes it's the government's heavy hand that's

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Jan 12 2026BUSINESS

A Wake-Up Call: Why Science Matters More Than Ever

A prominent figure in the biotech world has raised a red flag. Noubar Afeyan, a well-known investor, has expressed concerns about a growing resistance to science in the United States. He believes this trend could have serious consequences. In a recent letter to investors, Afeyan warned that rejecti

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Jan 12 2026SCIENCE

How Tiny Metal Balls Help Turn Alcohol into Useful Stuff

Scientists have been playing around with tiny bits of metal called nanoparticles. These little guys are super small, like a billionth of a meter small! They've been trying to figure out how to make these nanoparticles work better for turning alcohol into other useful stuff. They started with a base

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Jan 12 2026HEALTH

Unseen Antibiotics: A Hidden Factor in Maternal and Newborn Health

In a surprising twist, a recent study uncovered a hidden factor influencing maternal and newborn health. The A-PLUS trial, which initially focused on the benefits of azithromycin, revealed something unexpected. Many women were using antibiotics outside the study. This secondary analysis aimed to und

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Jan 12 2026HEALTH

Lactoferrin: The Gut's Radiation Protector

Radiation can be tough on the gut. It harms the cells that line the intestines, causing a chain reaction of problems. One of the main issues is pyroptosis, a process where cells self-destruct. At the same time, the body tries to clean up the damage through mitophagy, which removes broken parts of ce

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Jan 12 2026HEALTH

Tater Tots Trouble: A Snack Recall You Should Know About

A big food company is taking back a lot of frozen tater tots. Why? Because some bags might have tiny, hard plastic bits in them. This isn't good news for anyone who loves this crispy snack. The company, McCain Foods, started this recall on December 3, 2025. They did it on their own, without being f

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