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Jan 23 2026EDUCATION

A School Boss Drops a Rap to Share Weather News

In a small town in South Carolina, the head of a school district decided to share important weather news in a fun way. Instead of a regular announcement, he rapped the news to parents. He changed the words of a famous song to tell everyone that schools would be closed on Monday because of ice. He ev

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

Two Americas: Rich Get Richer, Poor Get Left Behind

The U. S. economy is splitting in two. On one side, the wealthy are enjoying record profits and soaring stock prices. On the other, millions of Americans are struggling to make ends meet. The holiday season of 2025 highlighted this divide. While online sales hit $11. 8 billion on Black Friday, many

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

Weight Loss Pills: Novo's Wegovy Makes a Splash in First Week

Novo Nordisk's new weight loss pill, Wegovy, is off to a strong start in the U. S. Analysts say it was prescribed over 18, 000 times in its first full week. This is a big deal because it shows people are interested in a pill they can take instead of a shot. The race to make the best weight loss pil

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

Ukraine's Power Struggle: How Attacks on Substations Could Plunge the Country into Darkness

Ukraine's power grid is under siege, and the stakes are high. As winter tightens its grip, Russia has been relentlessly targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure. The country's power supply is hanging by a thread, with half of its generating capacity already lost. Nuclear power is the backbone of U

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

Power Play: EU Questions Trump's New Global Peace Board

The EU is raising eyebrows over U. S. President Donald Trump's new Board of Peace. This board, led by Trump himself, has a broad scope and some unique rules. For instance, member states can only stay on the board permanently if they pay a hefty fee of $1 billion. This has sparked concerns about powe

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Jan 23 2026WEATHER

A Chilly Weekend Ahead: What You Need to Know

A massive storm is set to bring heavy snow and freezing temperatures to a huge part of the U. S. this weekend. This storm is expected to affect about 150 million people, which is almost half the country's population. The storm will bring a lot of snow, up to 20 inches in some areas like the Appalac

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Jan 23 2026WEATHER

Ice and Snow: Midlands Braces for Winter Storm Disruptions

The Midlands is gearing up for a winter storm that could bring significant disruptions. Rain is expected to turn into freezing rain, making travel dangerous. This weather event is forecasted to impact the area starting Saturday and lasting through Sunday afternoon. Richland County is keeping a clos

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Jan 23 2026WEATHER

Maine's Icy Grip: Staying Safe in the Deep Freeze

Maine is about to get a serious cold snap. The National Weather Service has issued an extreme cold warning. This alert covers central, western, and northern parts of the state. It starts Friday night and might last through Saturday night. Temperatures are going to drop fast. Around Portland, it wil

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Jan 23 2026WEATHER

North Texas Schools Face Winter Weather Dilemma

North Texas is bracing for a winter storm, and schools are on high alert. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for hazardous conditions, with rain expected to turn into freezing rain and sleet starting Friday. Temperatures could plummet to single digits overnight Sunday, making roads tre

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Jan 23 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Leader Joins the Team to Boost AI Welding Tech

Novarc Technologies has welcomed a new Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Donato Montanari. He's a big deal in the tech world, with over 30 years of experience in AI, machine vision, and industrial automation. Montanari is not new to this game. He's been a leader in tech companies and has even started

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