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Gaza Tensions Rise as Peace Efforts Stall

January 21, 2026

In a recent escalation, Israeli forces killed five Palestinians, including two young boys, in different parts of Gaza. This happened while the U. S. is trying to push forward a peace plan that has so far made little progress. The deaths occurred in central and southern Gaza. Three people, including

finance

Taxpayer Wins Partial Victory in Pennsylvania Tax Refund Case

January 21, 2026

A construction contractor in Pennsylvania got some good news recently. The state's Board of Finance and Revenue decided to give them a partial refund. This refund covers taxes paid from April 2022 to December 2024. The contractor had asked for a refund because they thought they were taxed unfairly o

politics

Fewer Journalists Jailed in 2025, But Press Freedom Still at Risk

January 21, 2026

In 2025, there was a drop in the number of journalists locked up around the world. However, the situation is still far from good. As of December 1, 330 journalists were in jail. This is a decrease from the record high of 384 in 2024. But why does this matter? China leads the way in jailing journali

religion

Tech and Faith: A Paterson Artist's Journey

January 21, 2026

Jo-El Lopez, a 60-year-old painter from Paterson, NJ, has a unique way of blending technology and religion in his art. His latest exhibit, "Digital Divine, " at the Morris Museum, showcases his work from the past decade, exploring themes of technology and faith. Lopez's art is not about AI itself, b

finance

Younger Americans Prefer Crypto Over Traditional Banks

January 21, 2026

A recent survey reveals a significant divide in financial preferences between younger and older Americans. The findings indicate that younger individuals, particularly Gen Z and Millennials, are increasingly trusting and investing in cryptocurrency. In contrast, older generations, especially Baby Bo

politics

A New Addition to the Vance Family

January 21, 2026

Usha Vance, the spouse of Vice President JD Vance, has shared exciting news. She is expecting her fourth child, a boy, due in late July. Her social media update confirmed that both she and the baby are healthy. The Vance family already includes three children: Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel. Usha, now 40

politics

Lindsey Halligan: The Controversial Interim U. S. Attorney

January 21, 2026

Lindsey Halligan, a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, has been stopped from pretending to be the top federal prosecutor in the Eastern District of Virginia. This decision came from a federal judge, who also chose not to take any disciplinary action against her for now, considering

entertainment

The Journey of Nia DaCosta: From Marvels to Mastery

January 21, 2026

Nia DaCosta's career has taken a fascinating turn, with her recent projects gaining critical acclaim. After the mixed reception of "The Marvels, " she directed "Hedda" and "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, " both of which were well-received. DaCosta's work on "The Bone Temple" showcased her ability

politics

Judge Orders Change in Virginia's Top Legal Role

January 21, 2026

In a surprising turn of events, two federal judges have taken action to replace Lindsey Halligan as the leading U. S. attorney in Virginia. They also warned lawyers about using her title incorrectly in legal documents. The judges said that calling her the U. S. attorney is not accurate and could ca

business

A Fresh Start for Genesis Health: Nursing Homes Find a New Owner

January 21, 2026

Genesis Health, a company that runs nursing homes, just got the green light to sell its facilities. The buyer is NewGen Health, a company from California. This deal is worth $1 billion. It's a big change for Genesis Health, which has been struggling with money problems. The sale got approved by a j