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Jan 02 2026CRIME

A Dark Start to the New Year in the Swiss Alps

The Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana saw a terrible start to the new year. A fire broke out in a crowded bar during a New Year's Eve party. This event has shocked people all over the world. The Swiss president called it one of the worst tragedies the country has ever seen. Many young lives were lo

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Jan 02 2026ENVIRONMENT

DeKalb's Green Business Recognition Program: A Step Towards a Sustainable Future

DeKalb is taking a big step towards a greener future with its new Green Business Recognition Program. This initiative aims to celebrate and encourage local businesses that are making efforts to be more environmentally friendly. The program is set to launch in early 2026 and will focus on seven key a

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Jan 02 2026BUSINESS

Michigan's Cannabis Industry Faces a Steep Tax Hike

Michigan's cannabis industry is in for a rough ride as a new tax policy kicks in. Starting January 1st, a 24% wholesale tax joins the existing 10% retail tax and 6% sales tax. This means cannabis products are now hit with a total tax of 40%. This is a big deal for businesses like Green Acres Cannabi

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Jan 02 2026OPINION

Somalis in Minnesota: Time to Reflect and Act

Recent events have put the Somali community in Minnesota under a harsh spotlight. While it's easy to point fingers at others, it's crucial to look inward. A small group of Somalis has been involved in serious fraud, and this has cast a shadow over the entire community. This is not the time to play

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Jan 02 2026CRIME

Safety on the Move: MBTA Sees Crime Drop and Plans for a Better Future

The MBTA, or the T, has seen a drop in crime by 14% compared to last year. This is good news for everyone who uses public transport in the area. The police chief, Kenneth Green, shared this information at a recent meeting. He said that the police work hard every day to keep the system safe. Most of

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Jan 02 2026CRIME

Florence's Growing Eye on Crime: How Tech is Changing Policing

Florence has been expanding its use of Flock Safety cameras, a move that's shaking up how crime is tackled in the city. These cameras, which can snap millions of car photos and track their movements, have become a big deal for crime prevention, according to Interim Police Chief Stephen Starling. Th

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Jan 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Faces at the Game: Why Fans Are Signing Up for High-Tech Scans

At the Intuit Dome, a surprising thing happened. The staff thought only a few fans would join their face-scanning program. They were way off. Three out of four people who came to the venue signed up. The Clippers say this isn't about watching fans for security. They call it "face authentication" ins

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Jan 02 2026BUSINESS

Wind Power: China's Giants Lead the Charge

China is making big waves in the wind energy world. By 2030, the global wind turbine market is expected to hit 934. 6GW. China is leading the pack, with companies like Goldwind and Envision at the forefront. This growth isn't just about China. Countries like the UK and Germany are also making big s

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Jan 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Tool That Keeps Your Secrets Safe

A new AI tool called CallGPT 6X has been launched. It is designed to keep your personal information safe while you use it. This tool works right in your web browser. It checks and processes sensitive data before sending it to any AI service. People who use AI tools often switch between different ap

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Jan 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Takes Center Stage at CES: What to Expect

CES, the big tech show in Las Vegas, is no longer just about weird gadgets. It's becoming a major event for artificial intelligence. This year, Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, will kick things off with a big speech. He's expected to talk about how AI will change industries like healthcare, cars, and man

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