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Chasing Summits: The Unique Hobby of Highpointing Across America

January 18, 2026

Highpointing is a hobby that involves visiting the highest points in each U. S. state. It's a way to explore the country's diverse landscapes, from towering mountains to small hills. The Highpointers Club is a group dedicated to this unusual pastime. Some highpoints are challenging to reach, like W

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Trump's Healthcare Plan: More Talk, Less Action

January 18, 2026

Trump recently shared his "Great Healthcare Plan, " but it's not really a plan. It's more like a list of ideas that have been talked about before. The document is short and doesn't have many details. It's like a summary of things Trump has already done or said he wants to do. People on Capitol Hill

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Minnesota Braces for Potential Military Involvement Amid Protests

January 18, 2026

Minnesota is on high alert as the Pentagon puts 1, 500 soldiers on standby, ready to step in if needed. This move comes as the state's National Guard is also preparing to assist local authorities. The soldiers, part of the Alaska-based 11th Airborne Division, could be called upon for crowd control o

religion

Faith Leaders React to Bishop's Call for Courage in the Face of ICE

January 18, 2026

A bishop's recent remarks have sparked a heated debate among faith leaders. Bishop Rob Hirschfeld of New Hampshire advised clergy to prepare their wills, suggesting they might need to physically protect vulnerable individuals from ICE actions. This advice came after a vigil for Renee Macklin Good, w

crypto

Coinbase and the White House: A Clash of Views on Crypto Rules

January 18, 2026

Brian Armstrong, the CEO of Coinbase, recently shared his thoughts on a report that suggested the White House was unhappy with Coinbase's stance on a crypto market structure bill. The report, by journalist Eleanor Terrett, claimed that the White House might withdraw its support for the bill if Coinb

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Crypto's Big Moment Hits a Snag: Coinbase vs. the Senate

January 18, 2026

The crypto world was buzzing with anticipation. The Senate was all set to finalize the CLARITY Act, a big deal that would finally set clear rules for the crypto market in the U. S. Everyone seemed on board: Democrats, Republicans, even the White House. But then, just as the Senate Banking Committee

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Trump's Risky Move: Using the Insurrection Act

January 18, 2026

Donald Trump has been talking about using the Insurrection Act. This is a law from 1807. It lets the president send in the military to stop riots or rebellion. But experts say there is no real rebellion happening. Instead, there are small protests against Trump's immigration policies. Michael Wolff

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A Quick Trial Ends in a Not Guilty Verdict

January 18, 2026

In a swift trial, a man was found not guilty of aiming a laser at a presidential helicopter. The jury took just 35 minutes to decide. This case involved Jacob Winkler, who was accused of pointing a red laser at Marine One, the helicopter carrying Donald Trump. The charge was serious, a felony that c

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Virginia Makes History with Its First Woman Governor

January 18, 2026

Virginia has taken a big step forward. For the first time ever, a woman is now governor. Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat, took the oath of office. This is a huge deal because Virginia has been led by men for centuries. Spanberger won against Republican Winsome Earle-Sears. She is now the 75th govern

business

Credit Card Rate Cap: Banks Brace for Trump's Move

January 18, 2026

The clock is ticking for credit card companies as a deadline set by President Trump looms. The president has called for a 10% cap on credit card interest rates, but with just days left, there's still a lot of uncertainty about what will happen next. The White House hasn't shared many details about