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Jan 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A New Sphere of Fun and Jobs in Maryland

A new entertainment spot is coming to Maryland. It's called Sphere and will be built in National Harbor. This place is near Washington, D. C. and is visited by over 15 million people every year. The Sphere will have 6, 000 seats. It will also have a big LED screen on the outside. This screen is like

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

A Judge Says Stop the Pretend Game: Trump's Picked Prosecutor Can't Use Her Title

A judge has told Lindsey Halligan, a prosecutor who supports former President Donald Trump, to stop calling herself a "U. S. Attorney. " This comes after a court found that her appointment was not legal. Judge David Novak, who was appointed by Trump, said that Halligan's continued use of the title i

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Jan 21 2026SCIENCE

Unraveling the Mystery of the Mind

The brain is a complex organ, yet it's responsible for something even more intricate: consciousness. This awareness of ourselves and our surroundings is what allows us to experience pain, pleasure, and emotions. But how does the brain create this sense of self? Scientists have been studying this que

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Jan 21 2026SCIENCE

Science Shines Bright in Sweden

In Sweden, the Nobel Prize award ceremony is a big deal. It's not just about giving out awards. It's a whole week of events, from lectures to concerts, all celebrating science. The streets are lit up, and people gather to see the celebrities. It's like the Oscars, but for science. Swedes love it. Th

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Jan 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Crime Drama That's Taking Netflix By Storm

Netflix is buzzing with a new crime drama that's caught the attention of viewers worldwide. "Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story" is a 2022 TV movie that dives into the chilling true story of nurse Melanie McGuire. The film showcases her involvement in her husband's murder and the unsettling

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Jan 21 2026CRIME

Elgin's Crime Numbers Show Hopeful Trends

In 2025, Elgin experienced a significant drop in gunfire incidents, with a 63% decrease compared to the previous year. This drop is a big deal because gunfire cases had been on the rise since 2021, during the COVID-19 pandemic. The city saw just 24 incidents involving shots fired in 2025, down from

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Jan 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Kingstown's New Home: Netflix Takes Over After Cancellation

A popular crime drama, Mayor of Kingstown, is making a big move. It's leaving its original home, Paramount+, and heading to Netflix. This show, created by Taylor Sheridan and Hugh Dillon, has been around for four seasons. It was even renewed for a fifth season, but not everyone was happy about that.

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Jan 20 2026POLITICS

Davos Under Trump: A Mix of Tension and Strategy

The annual World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, is buzzing with anticipation and unease as President Trump prepares to speak. The atmosphere is thick with mixed feelings. Some top executives openly express their concerns, calling recent events "unpredictable" and "unusual. " Yet, many of thes

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Jan 20 2026SPORTS

Hall of Fame 2026: Who's In, Who's Out, and What's the Deal?

The Baseball Hall of Fame is about to reveal its 2026 class, and it's not looking too strong. Last year, the ballot was already considered weak, but this year's lineup is even less impressive. The top candidates are Carlos Beltran and Andruw Jones, both center fielders. The ballot has 27 players wit

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Jan 20 2026TECHNOLOGY

Solar Power at Night: A New Twist on Energy

Scientists in Sydney are working on a cool idea: making energy from the sun even when it's dark. They're not using regular solar panels. Instead, they're creating devices that make electricity by giving off light, not absorbing it. Think of it like a solar panel in reverse. These scientists are par

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