The $2 Rental Batteries Helping to Power South Africa
January 17, 2026
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The $2 Rental Batteries Helping to Power South Africa

The batteries offer an affordable system for those who lack reliable power and the money…

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Gabriel Barkay, 81, Dies; His Discoveries Revised Biblical History
January 17, 2026
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Gabriel Barkay, 81, Dies; His Discoveries Revised Biblical History

One of Israel’s leading archaeologists, he found evidence that the writing of the Old Testament…

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Trump Administration Begins Criminal Inquiry Into Minnesota Leaders
January 17, 2026
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Trump Administration Begins Criminal Inquiry Into Minnesota Leaders

The Justice Department’s investigation is a major escalation in the state-federal battle over the conduct…

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Rick Caruso Will Not Run for L.A. Mayor or California Governor in 2026
January 17, 2026
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Rick Caruso Will Not Run for L.A. Mayor or California Governor in 2026

Mr. Caruso had the potential to shake up the contests for Los Angeles mayor or…

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Judge Restricts Immigration Agents’ Actions Toward Minnesota Protesters
January 17, 2026
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Judge Restricts Immigration Agents’ Actions Toward Minnesota Protesters

A federal judge ordered agents not to retaliate against people “engaging in peaceful and unobstructive…

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Trump Announces Members for Gaza ‘Board of Peace,’ Including Rubio and Kushner
January 17, 2026
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Trump Announces Members for Gaza ‘Board of Peace,’ Including Rubio and Kushner

The president also tapped a U.S. general to lead an international peacekeeping force that will…

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Edison Files Claims Against Los Angeles County and Others on Eaton Fire
January 17, 2026
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Edison Files Claims Against Los Angeles County and Others on Eaton Fire

Southern California Edison said its equipment most likely started the Eaton fire but asserted that…

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Judge Recommends U.S. Issue Visa to Student Who Was Deported in Error
January 17, 2026
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Judge Recommends U.S. Issue Visa to Student Who Was Deported in Error

A federal prosecutor apologized this week, saying an ICE officer made a “mistake” in deporting…

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WestJet Backpedals on Economy Seats That Don’t Recline
January 16, 2026
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WestJet Backpedals on Economy Seats That Don’t Recline

WestJet, Canada’s second-largest carrier, backpedaled on a new seating plan after videos of crammed travelers…

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Some U.Va. Board Members Asked to Resign as Gov. Abigail Spanberger Takes Power
January 16, 2026
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Some U.Va. Board Members Asked to Resign as Gov. Abigail Spanberger Takes Power

After months of upheaval at the state’s flagship university, a new Democratic governor appeared ready…

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