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Jan 13 2026BUSINESS

The Pentagon's Smart Move: Why It Chose Leverage Over Shares

The Pentagon made a clever choice recently. Instead of buying common stock in L3Harris Technologies, it opted for something more strategic. It invested in a new, independent missile solutions business. This wasn't just any investment. It was a $1 billion bet on preferred stock. This type of stock gi

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Jan 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

Forever Chemicals: A Hidden Threat to Our Children

PFAS, or "forever chemicals, " are a serious problem for pregnant women and their unborn babies. These chemicals can cause low birth weight, premature births, and even infant deaths. They stick around in our bodies and the environment forever. You can find them in drinking water, fish, soil, and eve

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Jan 13 2026SPORTS

Kansas City Royals Reshape Kauffman Stadium for Fairer Play

The Kansas City Royals are making big changes to Kauffman Stadium. They are moving the outfield fences closer by 10 feet. This change aims to make the stadium more fair for hitters. The Royals want to turn Kauffman into a park where hitting a ball well means it will likely be a home run. For years,

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Trump's Trip to Detroit: What Do the Numbers Say?

President Donald Trump is making a stop in Detroit on January 13, 2026. But how do Americans feel about him right now? The numbers aren't great. Several polls show that more than half of Americans disapprove of his performance. Let's break it down. The CBS News/YouGov poll shows the highest disappr

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Jan 13 2026OPINION

Public Lands in Peril: A Year of Chaos and Controversy

The Trump administration's takeover brought swift and severe changes to public lands. The Department of the Interior saw a massive overhaul, with 2, 300 employees let go, leaving key agencies like the National Park Service and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) understaffed. This wasn't just about cutt

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Seattle's Mayor in Hot Water Over Social Media Snap

Seattle's mayor, Katie Wilson, is under fire for a recent photo shared on her official X account. The image shows her with two people, one holding a sign that reads, "Nazis own flammable cars. " Critics say the word "Nazi" is always a bad idea, no matter the context. Some think Wilson should have b

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Jan 13 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Rules: Senate Takes Extra Time to Get It Right

The Senate Agriculture Committee has decided to postpone the review of a crucial crypto bill until late January. They want to make sure they have enough backing before moving forward. Chairman John Boozman mentioned that they've made good progress but need more time to finalize details and secure wi

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Jan 13 2026CRYPTO

The Rise of Digital Dollars: How Rules Are Changing Paychecks

Paying workers in digital money is becoming more common. This isn't just about Bitcoin. There are other digital currencies that don't swing in value as much. These are called stablecoins. They are tied to regular money like dollars or euros. This makes them more reliable for paychecks. Rules matter

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Jan 13 2026CRIME

A Shocking Supermarket Attack Leads to Stronger Hate Crime Laws in Virginia

In Virginia, a disturbing incident inside a supermarket has led to significant changes in how hate crimes are handled. A man was attacked by a stranger while shopping, and the whole thing was caught on camera. The video quickly spread online, showing the woman pushing the man and hurling insults at

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Jan 13 2026CRIME

St. Louis Takes Steps to Reduce Crime

St. Louis is seeing a change in its crime rates. This is thanks to new efforts like "Save Lives Now! " and other initiatives. City leaders and businesses are starting to notice the difference. Crime has been a big problem in St. Louis for a long time. But now, things are looking up. The city has be

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