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Jan 13 2026BUSINESS

A Big Payout for Restaurant Workers

A fancy restaurant group is giving back over a million dollars to its workers. Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment will pay $1. 55 million to settle a lawsuit. The workers said they didn't get all the tips they earned. They also claimed they were not paid the full minimum wage for extra tasks. More tha

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

When Words Twist Truth: A Look at Government Spin

Recent events have raised eyebrows about how the government handles serious incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol. Instead of waiting for facts, high-ranking officials quickly label individuals involved in these incidents as threats, often using harsh terms

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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Supreme Court Says Citigroup Can Face Fraud Lawsuit

The U. S. Supreme Court made a big decision on Monday. They refused to hear Citigroup's request to avoid a lawsuit. This lawsuit claims the bank caused over $1 billion in losses. The case is about a huge fraud at a Mexican oil company called Oceanografia. The court's decision means the lawsuit can

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Law School Oversight: A Battle for Independence

The American Bar Association's (ABA) law school division is pushing for more independence. This move comes as some states and the Trump administration criticize the ABA's political stances. The ABA's Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar is reviewing proposals to becom

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

U. S. Visa Revocations Surge Under New Policies

The U. S. government has canceled over 100, 000 visas since the start of the current administration. This sharp increase is part of a broader effort to tighten immigration rules. The administration has also made it harder to get visas by adding more checks, including social media reviews. Most of t

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Jan 13 2026CRIME

A Closer Look at Recent Thefts and Vehicle Tampering in Waite Park and Sartell

In the quiet neighborhoods of Waite Park and Sartell, some residents have recently found themselves victims of theft and vehicle tampering. The Waite Park Police Department is currently investigating the theft of a Cub Cadet lawnmower. This incident occurred on the 200 block of 34th Avenue South, wh

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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

UK Takes Action Against Harmful AI-Generated Content

The UK is stepping up to tackle a growing problem: AI-generated sexual images without permission. Starting this week, a new law will be enforced, making it illegal to create or share such content. This move comes after concerns about xAI's Grok chatbot, which has been used to create inappropriate im

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Jan 12 2026SPORTS

The Supreme Court Takes on West Virginia's Trans Athlete Rule

A young athlete from West Virginia is at the center of a big debate. Becky Pepper-Jackson, now 15, has been fighting for her right to compete in school sports since she was 11. She is a transgender girl who loves track and field, but a state law tried to stop her from joining girls' teams. This law

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Jan 12 2026LIFESTYLE

Pups in Pubs: A Bite of Reality in Brooklyn Bakery

In the heart of Williamsburg, a trendy bakery named Birdee has sparked a heated debate. The issue? Dogs inside the bakery, which is not allowed by city health codes. A recent incident involving a Corgi biting a customer has brought this problem to light. Daniel Griffin, a local resident, was enjoyi

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Jan 11 2026POLITICS

Global Rules Matter: Germany's Take on US Actions and Arctic Minerals

Germany's top finance guy, Lars Klingbeil, recently spoke up about something big: international law applies to everyone, even the United States. He was talking about how President Donald Trump once said he wanted to take Greenland from Denmark. Klingbeil made it clear that only Denmark and Greenland

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