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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Wall Street's Bumpy Ride: Markets Rise Despite Political Tensions

Wall Street saw a rebound on Monday, with major indexes reaching new highs. The S&P 500 added 0. 2% to its previous record, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average recovered from an early loss of nearly 500 points to gain 86 points. The Nasdaq composite also saw a 0. 3% increase. However, the market

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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Holiday Shopping: Mixed Results for Retailers

The holiday shopping season of 2025 has wrapped up, and the results are in. Some retailers did well, while others fell short. Lululemon, a popular clothing brand, said its sales were close to the top of what they predicted. They expect to make about $3. 60 billion and earn around $4. 76 per share. B

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Jan 13 2026CRIME

A Boy's Safe Return After a Troubling Discovery

A 12-year-old boy from Oklahoma, who had been missing, was found safe. This happened just days after his mom and stepdad were arrested. They were suspected of abusing him. The boy was found in Caddo County, near a small town called Cement. How he got there is still a mystery. He was checked by doct

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Jan 13 2026CRIME

The Mysterious Case of the Ohio Dentist and His Wife

A sad event happened in Columbus, Ohio. A dentist named Spencer Tepe and his wife, Monique, were found dead in their home. They had two young kids, who were not hurt. Spencer was a well-liked dentist. His coworkers called the police when he didn't show up for work one morning. That's when the polic

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Hong Kong's Jimmy Lai Faces Life in Prison: A Closer Look

Jimmy Lai, a prominent democracy advocate and former media tycoon, is in hot water. He's been found guilty under Hong Kong's national security law and could spend the rest of his life behind bars. This law came into play after massive anti-government protests shook Hong Kong a few years back. Lai w

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Jan 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Games Should Be Fun, Not Preachy

John Gibson, once the head of Tripwire Interactive, has returned to the gaming world with a new mission. He now leads Templar Media, a company that puts fun first in games. This is a big change from his past role, where he stepped down after a tweet about a controversial law. Gibson noticed somethi

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Jan 13 2026SPORTS

Kicking Through the Storm: Andy Borregales' Cool Under Pressure

Andy Borregales, a kicker for the New England Patriots and a graduate of Miami, has quickly adapted to the chilly and gusty conditions of New England. During the Patriots' recent 16-3 victory over the LA Chargers in the Wildcard playoff game, Borregales showcased his skill by successfully converting

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Jan 13 2026SCIENCE

Is the World Really as Bad as It Seems?

People often think the world is getting worse. They see rude behavior, online trolls, and bad news everywhere. It feels like kindness is disappearing. But is this really true? Research shows that most people still value kindness and honesty. A big study with over 32, 000 people from different cultu

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Car Talk Breakdown: Why Top Auto Bosses Snubbed a Senate Invite

Senator Ted Cruz had big plans to talk about car prices with the bosses of major car companies. He wanted to discuss how rules to fight climate change might be making cars more expensive. But things didn't go as planned. Cruz invited the heads of Ford, Stellantis, and General Motors. He also invite

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Jan 13 2026CRIME

Marriage Isn't a Free Pass: Judge Rejects Defense in Rape Conspiracy Case

A federal judge has made it clear that marriage and monogamy don't shield someone from serious charges. Judge Valerie E. Caproni recently turned down a request from Alon Alexander, who wanted to use his 2019 engagement and marriage as a defense in his upcoming trial. Alexander, along with his brothe

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