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States Jump on the Bitcoin Bandwagon

January 20, 2026

Texas made headlines by being the first state to buy bitcoin for its treasury. This move sparked a wave of similar actions across the country. Other states are now following suit, eager to get a piece of the cryptocurrency pie. The Lone Star State invested about five million dollars in the BlackRoc

education

Weather Washes Out MLK Celebrations in Grand Rapids

January 20, 2026

A big event to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Grand Rapids had to be called off because of bad weather. This was the 40th year for this celebration at the Wealthy Theatre. The plan was for Grand Rapids Community College, Grand Valley State University, and Davenport University to work together t

politics

Australia Tightens Gun Rules After Deadly Bondi Attack

January 20, 2026

Australia's government is taking big steps to control guns. They just passed new laws to make it harder to get a gun license. This comes after a terrible shooting at a Jewish festival in Bondi last month. The attack left 15 people dead. The government says they need to do more to stop such violence

crime

Guatemala's Gang Violence Leaves Nine Police Dead

January 20, 2026

Gang violence in Guatemala has taken a deadly turn, with nine police officers losing their lives in a series of attacks. The trouble began on Saturday when members of the Barrio 18 gang took control of three prisons, holding 46 guards hostage. Their demand? Better treatment and privileges. Things g

politics

A Minnesota Man's Unsettling Encounter with ICE

January 20, 2026

In a chilly Sunday morning in Saint Paul, Minnesota, ChongLy Thao, a 56-year-old naturalized U. S. citizen, found himself in a terrifying situation. ICE officers stormed his home, broke down the door, and dragged him outside in just his shorts and Crocs. The temperature was a mere 14 degrees Fahrenh

sports

From Croatia to Championship: Nico Radicic's Journey to Football Stardom

January 20, 2026

Nico Radicic, the standout kicker for Indiana, has a story that’s as unique as his skills. Born in California, he spent his early years in Croatia before moving back to the U. S. and settling in Texas. Football wasn’t even on his radar at first—he was more into baseball and basketball. But once he d

politics

Hungary's Opposition Brings in Big Business Brain to Fix the Economy

January 20, 2026

Hungary is gearing up for a big election in April. The opposition is making a bold move. They've brought in a top business leader to help fix the country's struggling economy. Peter Magyar leads the opposition. He's chosen Istvan Kapitany for a key role. Kapitany used to be a big shot at Shell. He

opinion

Economic Boom or Bust? The Reality for Regular Folks

January 20, 2026

The economy might be looking good on paper, but the reality for many people is quite different. Lots of local businesses are shutting down. Places like Towson Town Center, Morton’s Steakhouse, and the Sheraton downtown are just a few examples. Even big names like Francesca’s clothing stores and the

politics

Moldova's Big Step Away From Russian Influence

January 20, 2026

Moldova is taking big steps to leave a group called the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), which is led by Russia. This group was formed after the Soviet Union fell apart. The country's foreign minister, Mihai Popsoi, said they are working on the legal steps to make this happen. Moldova has

finance

Brazil's Big Move: Why the Central Bank Might Take Over Investment Funds

January 20, 2026

Brazil is considering a major shift in how investment funds are managed. The country's finance chief wants the central bank to take charge of overseeing these funds. This change could make the financial system more stable and secure. The idea came up after a bank called Banco Master SA ran into tro