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Why Economic Uncertainty in the U.S. Now Comes More From Costs Than From Jobs

By Harshit WASHINGTON, JANUARY 17, 2026 —For much of the past century, economic uncertainty in the United States has been closely tied to employment. Job losses, layoffs, and recessions were the primary sources of financial anxiety for households. In early 2026, that relationship has shifted. While concerns about employment still matter, uncertainty for many Americans […]

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Maria Corina Machado presents her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump at the White House.

Trump Defends Accepting Machado’s Nobel Peace Prize Medal, Says He “Ended Eight Wars”

By HarshitWASHINGTON, JANUARY 17, 2026 — 1 AM EDT Former U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly defended his decision to accept the Nobel Peace Prize medal from Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, saying she personally offered it to him in recognition of what she described as his role in ending multiple wars. Speaking to

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Zoe Saldaña Becomes the Highest-Grossing Actor of All Time After ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Success

By Harshit LOS ANGELES, JANUARY 14, 2026 — Zoe Saldaña has reached a historic milestone in Hollywood, becoming the highest-grossing actor of all time at the global box office. The record was cemented following the billion-dollar performance of Avatar: Fire and Ash, the third installment in James Cameron’s blockbuster Avatar franchise. According to industry tracking

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Why Energy Demand From Digital Technology Is Becoming a Major Scientific and Policy Challenge in the United States

By Harshit WASHINGTON, JANUARY 14, 2026 —Digital technology is often discussed in terms of speed, convenience, and innovation. Cloud services, artificial intelligence, streaming platforms, and online communication tools are typically framed as intangible or “virtual.” Yet behind this digital world lies a rapidly growing physical footprint—one that is increasingly shaping scientific research, energy planning, and

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Why Loneliness Is Emerging as a Serious Health Concern in the United States

By Harshit ATLANTA, JANUARY 14, 2026 —Loneliness has long been viewed as an emotional state—unpleasant, but largely personal and temporary. In the United States, however, health professionals are increasingly recognizing loneliness as something far more consequential. As 2026 begins, loneliness is emerging as a measurable health concern with implications for physical illness, mental well-being, and

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Why U.S. Companies Are Rethinking Long-Term Planning in an Era of Constant Uncertainty

By Harshit NEW YORK, JANUARY 14, 2026 —For decades, long-term planning was a cornerstone of corporate strategy in the United States. Businesses set multi-year growth targets, made capital investments based on predictable assumptions, and relied on relatively stable economic conditions to guide decisions. As 2026 begins, that model is being reassessed. Across industries, U.S. companies

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Why Wage Growth Alone Is No Longer Enough to Improve Financial Security for Americans

By Harshit WASHINGTON, JANUARY 14, 2026 —For much of modern economic history, wage growth has been treated as the primary measure of improving household well-being. Higher pay was assumed to translate directly into better living standards, stronger consumer confidence, and greater financial security. As the United States moves through early 2026, that assumption is increasingly

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Why Data Centers Are Quietly Becoming One of the Most Important Technology Issues in the United States

By Harshit WASHINGTON, JANUARY 13, 2026 —Data centers rarely attract public attention, yet they form the physical backbone of the modern digital economy. As Americans stream video, use cloud-based services, rely on artificial intelligence tools, and store information online, vast networks of data centers work continuously behind the scenes. In early 2026, these facilities are

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Why Preventive Health Is Becoming a Financial and Lifestyle Priority for Americans in 2026

By Harshit ATLANTA, JANUARY 13, 2026 —As the United States moves further into 2026, preventive health has become more than a medical concept for many Americans—it is increasingly a financial and lifestyle priority. Faced with rising healthcare costs, time constraints, and long-term concerns about quality of life, households are placing greater emphasis on early care,

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Why U.S. Businesses Are Prioritizing Stability Over Rapid Growth in Early 2026

By Harshit NEW YORK, JANUARY 13, 2026 —As 2026 begins, many U.S. businesses are entering the year with a clear strategic priority: stability. While economic conditions remain relatively steady and demand has not collapsed, companies across a wide range of industries are approaching expansion decisions with caution rather than urgency. This measured approach reflects lessons

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