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Kyiv's Chilly Struggle: Power Outages Hit Homes as Winter Bites

January 13, 2026

In Kyiv, a deep freeze is making life tough. Hundreds of thousands of homes are in the dark and cold after recent Russian strikes. The mayor, Vitaliy Klitschko, reports that about 500 tall buildings have no heat. The power situation is so bad that even important services are struggling to get the el

politics

Jack Smith: The Man Behind the Trump Investigations

January 13, 2026

Jack Smith, a former special counsel, is preparing to speak openly about his probes into Donald Trump. This comes after he was privately questioned by the House Judiciary Committee. The committee's leader, Jim Jordan, announced Smith's upcoming public appearance. Smith's investigations led to two c

finance

JPMorgan's Big Spend Plan to Stay Ahead

January 13, 2026

JPMorgan Chase is ready to open its wallet wide to keep up with the competition. The bank's CEO, Jamie Dimon, made it clear that they won't hold back on spending to stay ahead of companies like Stripe, SoFi, and Charles Schwab. He said they are always watching what these competitors are doing and ho

politics

Iran's Silent Crisis: A Look into the Protests and the Hidden Toll

January 13, 2026

Iran is facing a serious situation. Many people are protesting against the government. The protests started because of rising prices and economic struggles. But now, they have grown into something much bigger. People are demanding big changes. The government is not making things easy. They have cut

politics

Economic Crossroads: Fed's Independence Under Fire

January 13, 2026

The economic landscape is at a critical juncture, with the Federal Reserve's independence facing unprecedented challenges. The central bank's mandate to maintain stable inflation and a robust labor market is being tested like never before. Inflation has been hovering around 2. 7%, a figure that mig

crime

Matt Prokop: From Disney to Legal Troubles

January 13, 2026

Matt Prokop, once a familiar face on Disney Channel, finds himself in serious legal trouble. The Victoria County Sheriff's Office in Texas recently shared his mug shot, showing a man with a bushy beard, wide eyes, and a look of concern. Unlike some celebrities who smile for their mug shots, Prokop's

crime

Prosecutors Walk Out Over ICE Shooting Probe

January 13, 2026

In a surprising turn of events, three top prosecutors in Minnesota have stepped down. This happened because they disagreed with the Justice Department. The department wanted to look into the widow of a woman shot by an ICE agent. But the prosecutors thought this was not the right move. The main pro

business

Boeing Bounces Back: A Closer Look at 2025's Airplane Sales

January 13, 2026

In 2025, Boeing made a comeback in the airplane sales race. They sold 1, 173 planes, beating Airbus for the first time since 2018. This shows Boeing is getting back on track after some tough years. Boeing delivered 600 planes last year. That's the most they've done in seven years. But remember, bef

sports

Mike Tomlin: A New Chapter in the Making?

January 13, 2026

Mike Tomlin, the long-time head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, has a bright future ahead of him, even if he decides to step away from coaching. His expertise and reputation have caught the eye of major TV networks, all eager to have him join their NFL coverage. Fox, ESPN, NBC, CBS, and Amazon Pr

politics

Trump's Detroit Visit: Economy, Jobs, and Politics in Focus

January 13, 2026

President Donald Trump made a stop in Detroit, aiming to highlight his economic plans and rally support ahead of the midterm elections. His visit included a tour of Ford's Dearborn Truck Plant and a speech to the Detroit Economic Club. This was Trump's third time addressing the group, which consists