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Jan 08 2026SCIENCE

Ancient Bones Reveal Our Roots and a Magnetic Twist

Deep in a cave in Morocco, old bones tell a story. They show where our species might have started. These bones are over 773, 000 years old. They were found in layers of earth that formed when Earth's magnetic field flipped. This flip happened a long time ago. The north pole was near the south pole.

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Jan 08 2026CRIME

Shooting Near a Church in Salt Lake City Leaves Two Dead

A tragic event unfolded near a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building in Salt Lake City. Two people lost their lives, and six others were hurt in a shooting that took place in the parking lot. This happened while a funeral was going on inside the church. The police chief, Brian Redd,

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Measles Makes a Comeback in South Carolina

South Carolina is facing a serious measles outbreak. The problem started in Spartanburg County, where many people are not vaccinated. This area has seen over 200 cases in recent months, and the numbers keep growing. The outbreak began in a Ukrainian immigrant community. Vaccination rates are low th

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Jan 08 2026BUSINESS

U. S. Jobs Data: A Test for the Economy

The U. S. economy is under the spotlight as investors wait for important jobs data. Treasury yields saw a slight rise on Thursday, showing that people are paying close attention to what's happening in the job market and around the world. Treasury yields, which measure the return on government debt,

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Jan 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

Lego's New Smart Brick: A Step Forward or a Misstep?

Lego, a name synonymous with creativity and imagination, has recently unveiled its Smart Brick, sparking a wave of discussions and debates. This new addition to the Lego family is designed to bring a whole new level of interactivity to building blocks. The Smart Brick can respond to how it is played

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Vaccine Changes: What's In and What's Out for Kids?

Recent updates from the CDC have made big changes to the list of recommended childhood vaccines. Before this change, kids in the U. S. were advised to get vaccines for 17 different diseases. Now, that list has been cut down to just 11. The vaccines that are no longer routinely recommended include RS

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Jan 08 2026BUSINESS

U. S. Trade Gap Shrinks: What's Really Going On?

The U. S. trade gap has been shrinking. In October, it hit its smallest size since 2009. This is after new trade rules were put in place. Exports went up by 2. 6%. Imports went down by 3. 2%. This means the U. S. is selling more stuff to other countries. And buying less from them. But, it's not all

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Jan 08 2026SCIENCE

How Radioactive Iodine Affects Rats' Guts

Researchers wanted to see how radioactive iodine affects rats. They gave them a dose of I-131 and looked at what happened inside their bodies. The focus was on the stomach and intestines, as these are the first places the iodine hits after being swallowed. The team found that the iodine caused stre

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Jan 08 2026BUSINESS

Jobless Claims: A Mixed Picture for the US Economy

In the final week of 2025, the number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits saw a slight increase. This rise, though small, hints at a potential shift in the job market. The latest data shows 208, 000 people filed for jobless claims, up by 8, 000 from the previous week. This number matches

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Jan 08 2026SCIENCE

A New Era of Telescopes: How a Tech Billionaire is Changing the Game

A tech billionaire and his wife are making a big bet on telescopes. They are putting a lot of money into four new telescopes. One of them is a space telescope that could be a big deal. It's called Lazuli. This telescope is set to launch in late 2028. It will be bigger and better than the Hubble Spac

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