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Jan 18 2026BUSINESS

Midtown Manhattan's Hidden Beachy Lunch Spot

In the heart of bustling Midtown Manhattan, there's a restaurant that feels like a tropical escape. Tommy Bahama on 45th Street and 5th Avenue is a popular spot for business lunches. It's close to many big company offices, like JPMorgan and Bank of America. The restaurant has a beach house vibe with

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Jan 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Riding Into the Future: A New Way to Get Around

The first encounter with a driverless car was a mix of excitement and curiosity. The idea of a car moving without a human behind the wheel seemed almost unreal. The process of booking a ride was simple, much like using any other ride-sharing app. However, the absence of a driver was a noticeable dif

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Jan 18 2026SPORTS

Remarkable Comebacks in Sports: From Struggling to Stunning

Sports history is full of incredible turnarounds, where teams go from being the worst to becoming champions in just a few seasons. One such story is that of the Indiana Hoosiers, who were once seen as an easy win for any team. But under the leadership of coach Curt Cignetti, they transformed into a

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Jan 18 2026SCIENCE

Breaking Down Brain Tumor Resistance: A New Hope with DMC

Brain tumors are scary. They are hard to treat. One type, called IDH-wildtype grade diffuse glioma, is very aggressive. Doctors usually treat it with a drug called temozolomide (TMZ). But often, the tumor fights back. It becomes resistant to TMZ. Scientists wanted to understand why this happens. Th

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Jan 18 2026HEALTH

Nurses Fighting for Fairness: A Look at HIV Care in the Philippines

Nursing groups have a big role to play in health care. They can set rules, help nurses grow, and push for fairness. This piece talks about how feminist ideas can help these groups do even more for people with HIV. Feminism is about respect, seeing the big picture, working together, and caring for o

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Government Cuts Billions in Wasteful Contracts

In a surprising move, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) revealed that federal agencies have canceled or reduced 42 contracts worth $1. 5 billion over just five days. This action saved taxpayers $269 million. One of the contracts was for $1. 2 million to hire a full-time director for gen

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Trump's Risky Move: Using the Insurrection Act

Donald Trump has been talking about using the Insurrection Act. This is a law from 1807. It lets the president send in the military to stop riots or rebellion. But experts say there is no real rebellion happening. Instead, there are small protests against Trump's immigration policies. Michael Wolff

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Virginia Makes History with Its First Woman Governor

Virginia has taken a big step forward. For the first time ever, a woman is now governor. Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat, took the oath of office. This is a huge deal because Virginia has been led by men for centuries. Spanberger won against Republican Winsome Earle-Sears. She is now the 75th govern

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Unmasking the U. S. Role in Latin America: A History of Bullying

The U. S. has a long history of meddling in Latin American politics. This isn't a new trend. It has been going on for over 50 years. The U. S. has been involved in many countries. These include Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Grenada. They even backed dictators like Augusto Pinochet in Chile. Why did t

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Jan 18 2026HEALTH

Chicken Check: Why You Should Double-Check Your Fridge

Another food recall is making headlines, and this time it's about chicken. Suzanna’s Kitchen, a food processing company, is pulling back nearly 14, 000 pounds of grilled chicken fillets due to possible Listeria contamination. The recall affects products sold in seven states, so it's important to kno

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