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Senate Takes a Stand on Venezuela

January 9, 2026

The Senate made a bold move to limit the president's power to act in Venezuela. This step, though mostly symbolic, shows that some senators are worried about the president's aggressive approach. The president, however, wasn't happy with this decision. He criticized the five Republican senators who s

crypto

No Pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried, Trump Says

January 9, 2026

Sam Bankman-Fried, the former head of FTX, is in prison for a huge financial scam. He got 25 years for stealing billions from customers. Now, he wants a pardon. But Donald Trump, the former U. S. president, says no way. Trump made this clear in a recent interview. He won't pardon Bankman-Fried or ot

sports

Why Air Jordans Became a Streetwear Staple: A Clash of Opinions

January 9, 2026

A recent debate has sparked between Rich Paul and rapper Cormega about what truly made Air Jordans so popular. Rich Paul argues that the success of the Air Jordan brand wasn't just about Michael Jordan's basketball skills, but more about the lifestyle and influence of people on the streets. He belie

education

How States Stack Up in School Funding

January 9, 2026

School funding is not a one-size-fits-all issue. Each state has its own set of challenges and resources. A recent study by the Education Law Center (ELC) looked at how states fund education using three different measures. The study, "Making The Grade 2025, " used data from 2023 to give a more detail

politics

U. S. Makes Moves in Venezuela: Seizures, Politics, and Russia's Shadow

January 8, 2026

The U. S. Coast Guard recently seized two oil tankers linked to Venezuela. Admiral Kevin Lunday praised the operation, calling it a success. He emphasized that the Coast Guard is the only agency capable of such tasks. The seizures were part of a broader effort to stop illegal oil flows from Venezuel

entertainment

Golden Globes: Stars Shine Bright as Presenters Revealed

January 8, 2026

The Golden Globes is gearing up for its 83rd edition, and the list of presenters is nothing short of star-studded. From Hollywood legends to rising stars, the ceremony will feature a diverse group of celebrities taking the stage. Among the notable names are George Clooney, Julia Roberts, and Charli

health

A Fresh Look at HPV Vaccine Changes

January 8, 2026

The U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently updated its recommendation for the HPV vaccine, suggesting just one dose instead of the usual two or three. This change comes after a review of global vaccine schedules, bypassing the usual lengthy process involving the Advisory

politics

Taxpayer Money Funds Bizarre Animal Experiments

January 8, 2026

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has been under fire for funding some truly strange and cruel animal experiments. Groups like the White Coat Waste Project (WCW) are teaming up with Republican lawmakers to put an end to this. They want the Trump administration to cut off the NSF's funding for th

science

Ancient Hunters' Clever Trick: Poisoned Arrows

January 8, 2026

A group of researchers made a big find. They found poison on old arrowheads. These arrowheads are really, really old. They are 60, 000 years old. This is a huge deal. Before this, the oldest poisoned arrows were from 35, 000 years ago. So, these new arrows are much older. The researchers were led b

entertainment

Is Timothée Chalamet Too Young for an Oscar?

January 7, 2026

Timothée Chalamet is making waves in the movie world. He is known for his dedication and hard work. In his latest movie, \"Marty Supreme, \" he plays a competitive table-tennis player. Many people think he will get his third Oscar nomination for this role. But there is a big challenge ahead. Winnin