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What's Happening to Men and Masculinity?

January 18, 2026

The conversation about men and masculinity is getting complicated. Some people think feminism is taking over this talk. But what's really going on? Two men, Josh Hawley and Adam Lane Smith, have different views. Hawley wrote a book about being a man, especially a Christian man. Smith helps people b

politics

Government Cuts Billions in Wasteful Contracts

January 18, 2026

In a surprising move, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) revealed that federal agencies have canceled or reduced 42 contracts worth $1. 5 billion over just five days. This action saved taxpayers $269 million. One of the contracts was for $1. 2 million to hire a full-time director for gen

environment

East Coast Wind Farms Get Green Light: What This Means for Your Power Bill

January 18, 2026

The East Coast is breathing a sigh of relief as three major offshore wind projects get the go-ahead to resume construction. This comes after a series of court rulings that shot down the Trump administration's attempts to halt work on these projects. The projects in question are Revolution Wind off R

entertainment

Zombie Flick Takes Top Spot at the Box Office

January 18, 2026

A new zombie movie has taken the lead at the North American box office. "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple" made a strong debut, earning $5. 6 million on its first day. This is the fourth movie in the popular zombie series. It played in over 3, 500 theaters across the country. Experts think it could m

entertainment

San Francisco Pays Respect to Grateful Dead's Bob Weir

January 18, 2026

Bob Weir, the beloved guitarist and co-founder of the Grateful Dead, left a lasting impact on music lovers around the world. His recent passing at 78 years old brought thousands of fans together in San Francisco to honor his legacy. The event was held at the Civic Center, where people of all ages ga

politics

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

health

Navigating the Tightrope: Treating Pain in Patients with Substance Use Issues

January 18, 2026

Treating patients with serious illnesses who also struggle with substance use is a tough job. Doctors often face a big challenge. They need to manage pain while also preventing misuse of medications. This is especially true when patients have a history of not following agreed-upon rules for taking o

politics

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

science

The Plant That Borrowed Traits: A Genetic Mystery

January 18, 2026

In the rugged cliffs of West Africa, a humble plant named Virectaria stellata has sparked a scientific puzzle. This plant, found in Guinea, has unique star-shaped hairs that don't belong to its family. This discovery is shaking up what we thought we knew about how plants evolve and pass on traits.

sports

Denver's Winning Streak Continues Despite Quarterback Injury

January 18, 2026

The Denver Broncos secured a thrilling victory against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday, winning 33-30 in overtime. However, the celebration was bittersweet as quarterback Bo Nix suffered a broken ankle and will miss the rest of the playoffs. This means Jarrett Stidham will take the helm for the AFC Ch