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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Powell's Parting Wisdom: A Fight for Fed's Future

Jerome Powell, the head of the Federal Reserve, recently shared some advice for his successor. He didn't mention politics directly, but his words hinted at the struggles he's faced. Powell has been in charge for nine years, and he's made it clear that he believes the Fed should stay independent from

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Jan 29 2026CELEBRITIES

The Pill Problem: Bill Cosby's Quaalude Confession

In a surprising turn of events, Bill Cosby revealed under oath that he had multiple prescriptions for quaaludes. These were not for his own use, but rather to give to women he wanted to have sex with. He claimed he never took any of the pills himself. This shocking admission came during a deposition

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

The Big Price Tag of Using National Guard for Domestic Issues

The National Guard's role in domestic affairs has become a hot topic. Recent data shows that keeping troops in cities like Washington D. C. , Memphis, and New Orleans could cost a lot. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates that these deployments could cost around $93 million every month. T

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

Utah's Judges: Why Politics Should Stay Out of the Courts

Utah's lawmakers are cooking up some controversial ideas that could shake up the state's courts. They're thinking about letting the governor pick judges without going through the usual process. Right now, a panel of experts suggests names, and the governor picks from that list. But this new plan cou

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Jan 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe in a Wild Oregon Adventure

In 1933, the Great Depression was in full swing, and the Oregon wilderness was a tough place to survive. Padraic McKinley's movie, The Weight, tries to capture this rough time with a story about gold, greed, and survival. It has big names like Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe, but does it really bring

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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

A Billionaire's Mixed Messages on Immigration Shootings

Billionaire Bill Ackman has made headlines again, this time for donating $10, 000 to the family of Alex Pretti. Pretti was tragically shot by immigration agents in Minneapolis. This incident happened over the weekend. The news was shared by the Wall Street Journal. They said a spokesman for Ackman c

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Jan 25 2026CRYPTO

Why US Players Are Turning to Bitcoin Casinos for Free Spins

In the US, crypto casinos are becoming more popular, especially those offering no deposit bonuses. Players like the idea of trying out games without spending money upfront. Traditional online casinos often have issues with payment processing and delays, making crypto casinos a better choice. Wild.

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Jan 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Honoring Redford: A Look at the Man Behind the Sundance Legend

At a recent event, people who knew Robert Redford well gathered to share their thoughts. They spoke about his impact on their lives and careers. This was during the Sundance Film Festival, which is moving to a new location soon. Redford's daughter, Amy, talked about her father's vision. She said he

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

A Shift in U. S. Tech Security Leadership

The U. S. Commerce Department has seen a change in leadership within a key office focused on tech security. Elizabeth "Liz" Cannon, who headed the Information and Communications Technology and Services (ICTS) office, has stepped down. This office, established in 2022, was tasked with investigating t

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Jan 23 2026HEALTH

Why Sleep Matters for Your Eye Health

A recent study dug into the link between lack of sleep and a condition called epiretinal membrane (ERM). Researchers used a smart data method called machine learning to analyze health info from a big Korean survey. They found that not getting enough sleep might raise the chances of developing ERM.

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