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Jan 17 2026WEATHER

Southern Africa Faces Severe Flooding Crisis

Southern Africa is in the grip of a severe flooding crisis. Over 100 people have lost their lives in South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe due to relentless heavy rains. The downpours have been ongoing for weeks, causing widespread devastation. In South Africa, the situation is dire. Army helicopt

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Jan 17 2026SPORTS

Stevie Johnson's Bold Claim: Can He Still Dominate at 39?

Stevie Johnson, a name that once echoed through the halls of the Buffalo Bills, has made a bold statement. At 39 years old, he believes he could still make an impact on the field, specifically against the Denver Broncos' defense. Johnson, who last played in 2015, is confident that he could contribut

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Jan 17 2026ENVIRONMENT

Spring Valley's Big Plans for New Sports Fields and Park

Spring Valley is getting a big boost to make its parks even better. The town just got over $245, 000 from the state. This money is going to buy more land next to a new park. The park is planned near John F. Kennedy School. The extra land will help make a bigger and better place for kids to play spor

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Jan 17 2026FINANCE

Credit Card Rate Cap: Banks in a Bind

U. S. banks are in a tough spot. President Trump recently suggested capping credit card interest rates at 10% for a year. This idea has sparked confusion and concern across the finance industry. The announcement came with no clear plan on how to enforce it. Banks are left wondering what to do next.

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Jan 17 2026FINANCE

Healthcare Changes: What's Next for UnitedHealth?

UnitedHealth's stock took a hit after President Trump's recent talk about healthcare. He mentioned a new plan to cut out insurance brokers and middlemen. This could lower healthcare costs for people, but it's not great news for UnitedHealth. The company makes money from these brokers and middlemen.

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Jan 17 2026BUSINESS

How Strategy Gurus Think: The Mix of Logic and Gut Feel

Strategy consultants are often seen as the brainy folks who help companies make big decisions. They're known for their love of data and numbers. But is that all there is to it? A recent study dug deep into how these consultants really think. The study looked at how consultants balance two types of

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Jan 17 2026FINANCE

Estonia's Big Move: Crypto Transactions Under the Tax Microscope

Starting in 2027, Estonia is set to keep a closer eye on crypto transactions. The country's crypto-asset service providers will have to report transactions to the Tax Board. This isn't just about keeping tabs on money. It's about understanding the value of crypto at the time of the trade. Plus, they

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Jan 17 2026CRYPTO

South Korea's Big Move on Crypto: What's Changing and Why It Matters

South Korea is making big changes to how people can access crypto. They are tightening rules and using app stores to enforce them. This is part of a bigger plan to create a legal framework for crypto and blockchain-based finance. The country has passed new laws that define security token offerings

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Jan 16 2026POLITICS

A Former Leader's Legal Troubles in South Korea

South Korea's former president, Yoon Suk Yeol, is facing serious legal consequences. He was recently sentenced to five years in prison. The court found him guilty of creating a fake document to impose martial law in 2024. He also misused his bodyguards to avoid arrest. The ruling came from a panel

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Jan 16 2026HEALTH

Drug Companies Raise Prices Despite Deals

Sixteen big drug companies made deals with the Trump administration to lower drug prices. But in January, all of them raised prices on some of their drugs. These deals were supposed to help Americans pay less for medicine and make other rich countries pay more. But according to a new report, these c

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