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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Portugal's Presidential Election: A Close Call with Far-Right in the Mix

Portugal is in the middle of a tight presidential race. Voters are choosing their next leader, and the results are far from clear. Three candidates are neck and neck, including Andre Ventura from the far-right Cheap party. This is a big deal because Portugal hasn't had a runoff in a presidential ele

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Lawmakers Kick Off 2026 Session: What's on the Agenda?

The 2026 legislative session has begun, and it's time to see what our lawmakers have in store. This year, the focus seems to be on education and healthcare, with a few surprises thrown in. But will they actually get anything done? First off, let's talk about education. It's no secret that our schoo

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Greenland Tensions: EU Weighs Unprecedented Response to Trump's Tariffs

The European Union is under pressure to take a stand. Why? Because U. S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose more tariffs on several European countries. The reason? Trump wants to buy Greenland, an Arctic island that belongs to Denmark. This isn't just about Greenland, though. It's abou

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Greenland Stands Strong as Europe Unites Against Trump's Tariffs

Greenland is grateful for Europe's unwavering support amid U. S. President Donald Trump's aggressive moves. Trump has targeted the Arctic island with trade penalties, aiming to pressure Denmark into selling it. This has sparked a wave of solidarity from European nations. France, Germany, Britain, a

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Jan 19 2026ENVIRONMENT

How a Nonprofit Newsroom is Changing the Climate Conversation

In a world where information is often hidden behind paywalls or cluttered with ads, there's a newsroom that's doing things differently. Inside Climate News (ICN) is a nonprofit organization that provides free access to its climate and environmental news. They don't charge subscription fees or bombar

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

The Reading Brain: What Science Says About Learning

The science of reading is fascinating. It shows how our brains learn to read. Most people can talk and listen easily. But reading is a new skill. Our brains use parts for listening, speaking, and seeing to read. For some, it's harder to connect these parts. Research shows that 5% of students learn

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Why the U. S. Wants Greenland: A Power Play in the Arctic

The U. S. is making a bold move to gain control of Greenland, saying it's necessary because Europe is not strong enough to handle global challenges. This idea comes from Scott Bessent, a top official in the U. S. government, who spoke about it on a popular TV show. He believes that having Greenland

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Jan 18 2026SPORTS

A Coach's Fight for Fair Play

Sean McDermott, the coach of the Buffalo Bills, was not happy with a big call made during a playoff game. After the game, he spoke to a reporter from the team plane. He said the call was wrong. He watched the play many times and believed his team should have won. McDermott said the NFL made a mista

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

SNL's Sharp Satire on Trump, Venezuela, and ICE

SNL's latest cold open took aim at President Donald Trump's unusual connection to the Nobel Peace Prize. The show also highlighted the U. S. military's actions in Venezuela and the controversial ICE shooting in Minneapolis. The skit featured a mock news conference and cabinet meeting, filled with ex

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Jan 18 2026SCIENCE

What Lies Below Earth? Exploring the Cosmos' Hidden Dimensions

Have you ever wondered what's below Earth? It's not just empty space. Our solar system is like a giant pancake, with planets orbiting the sun in a flat plane. But what's beyond that plane? Gravity plays a big role in defining up and down. On Earth, down is toward the ground, but that changes depend

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