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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

How Tennessee Raised Its School Test Scores

Tennessee students are now scoring better on the big national tests that check reading, math and history. The change shows how strong policies can move a whole state forward. The tests are not just for bragging. They help teachers see where students need help and guide school leaders on what to foc

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Feb 12 2026FINANCE

BlackRock Takes a Big Step into the World of DeFi

Big things are happening in the world of decentralized finance (DeFi). BlackRock, a major player in traditional finance, has decided to dip its toes into the DeFi pool. They are teaming up with Securitize, a company that specializes in turning assets into tokens. This move is a big deal because it s

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Jan 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

A New Chapter for Halide

Big news in the world of photography apps! Sebastiaan de With, the co-founder of Halide, is making a big move. He's joining Apple's design team. But don't worry, Halide isn't going anywhere. Halide just launched Mark III, a new version of their popular app. People are really liking it. They worked

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Jan 29 2026CRYPTO

Washington Talks: Banks and Crypto Firms Meet to Fix Stalled Rules

Big names from banks and crypto companies are meeting at the White House. They want to fix a problem. Rules for crypto in the U. S. are stuck. The meeting is on February 2. It's about finding a way forward. The White House wants to help. They think they can make a deal. But talks have been tough. D

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Jan 29 2026HEALTH

A Decade of Health Insights: The Journey of Preventive Medicine Reports

Ten years have passed since the launch of Preventive Medicine Reports. This milestone is a big deal. It shows how far the field of preventive medicine has come. The journal started with a clear goal. It wanted to share important research. This research helps people stay healthy. It stops sickness be

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

Billionaires Stand Up Against ICE and Minnesota Violence

Big names are speaking out against recent events in Minnesota. Bruce Springsteen dropped a new track, \"Streets of Minnesota, \" honoring those lost. He didn't hold back, calling ICE agents \"Trump's federal thugs. \" Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn, thinks now's the time for leaders to use th

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Jan 27 2026BUSINESS

Maryland's Chilly Surprise: Higher Energy Bills on the Horizon

Maryland is in for a rough patch with the weather, and it's not just about the snow and cold. The deep freeze is making people use more energy to stay warm, and that means bigger energy bills. The gas system is already seeing a lot of demand, and it's expected to keep going up. People are worried.

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Jan 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Blizzard's Big Plans for 2026: What's Next for Their Games?

Big things are happening at Blizzard Entertainment! They just spilled the beans on a bunch of exciting events coming up in the next two weeks. This is all part of their big celebration for turning 35 years old. First up, they're kicking things off with a World of Warcraft showcase. This is where th

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Jan 25 2026HEALTH

Grand Rapids Hospital Gets a Major Upgrade

Big changes are coming to Grand Rapids! Corewell Health is planning a huge expansion of the Butterworth Hospital campus. They want to build a new 180-bed tower across from the hospital. This tower will be massive, with 621, 000 square feet of space. It will have modern operating rooms and a larger e

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

Syria's Shaky Truce: What's Next for Kurds and Government Forces?

Tensions are high in northern Syria as government troops and Kurdish forces face off, waiting for a deadline that could either bring peace or more fighting. The deadline, set for Saturday evening, was supposed to decide if the two sides would stop fighting or keep going. But there's talk that the de

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