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Hearing Loss and Health: What's the Connection?

January 18, 2026

Hearing loss is more common than you think. Over 1. 5 billion people around the world struggle with it. It's not just about missing out on conversations. It can also lead to feeling lonely and even affect your brain's health. But here's something you might not know: hearing loss could be linked to h

politics

Funding Fight: Schumer Pushes Back Against Cuts

January 18, 2026

Chuck Schumer, the top Democrat in the Senate, is making a strong case to undo recent budget cuts and even boost funding for key programs. He shared his plans at a recent event hosted by the Center for American Progress. Schumer's focus is on reversing the cuts made by the Department of Government

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

politics

Trans Rights Rally: A Clash of Perspectives

January 18, 2026

In Washington DC, two groups faced off during a Supreme Court hearing on a case that could impact trans children's participation in school sports. Hundreds gathered to support trans rights, while another large group aimed to uphold laws banning trans youth from sports aligned with their gender ident

politics

Clashing Views in Minneapolis: A City on Edge

January 18, 2026

Minneapolis has been a hotspot of tension lately. Two groups recently faced off in the city's downtown area. One was led by a conservative figure named Jake Lang. He had planned to burn a Quran and march through a neighborhood with a large Somali community. The other group, organized by The People’s

crime

Catching a Fugitive: The Hunt for Alejandro Rosales Castillo

January 18, 2026

Alejandro Rosales Castillo, a 27-year-old U. S. citizen, has been hiding in Mexico for years. He is wanted for the 2016 murder of his former girlfriend, Truc Quan "Sandy" Ly Le, in North Carolina. The FBI added him to their "Ten Most Wanted" list in 2017, and now, he is finally in custody. The arre

sports

Liverpool's Frustrating Home Stretch: Fans and Team Share the Pain

January 18, 2026

Liverpool's recent home games have left fans and players alike shaking their heads. For the first time in decades, the team hasn't won any of their first three home league matches against newly promoted teams. First, they drew with Sunderland, then Leeds, and most recently, Burnley. It's not a recor

entertainment

European Film Awards 2026: A Night of Celebration and Activism

January 18, 2026

The European Film Awards (EFA) made a change this year, moving from December to January to better fit into the global awards season. While the winners won't affect the Oscars directly, they might still influence voters when they pick their favorites in March. Several films that won at the EFAs are

education

Fewer Eyes on Campus Violence: How Layoffs Hit School Safety

January 18, 2026

The Education Department's role in tackling sexual violence on campuses has taken a hit. Once a strong force, it's now struggling to keep up. The Office for Civil Rights, which handles these cases, saw half its lawyers go in a round of layoffs. This has left over 25, 000 cases waiting to be looked a

health

Living with Pancreatitis: A Closer Look at Daily Life

January 18, 2026

Pancreatitis, whether it's the recurring acute type or the chronic kind, can really mess with a person's daily life. It's not just about the physical pain; it's about how these conditions affect overall well-being. Surprisingly, there's not much research comparing how these two types of pancreatitis