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1. Emotional well-being

To better understand Americans’ well-being, we asked U.S. adults how often they feel lonely or isolated from those around them and how often they feel optimistic about their lives. How often do Americans feel lonely? There are differences across demographic

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Israel’s Netanyahu says ‘last-minute crisis’ with Hamas holding up approval of Gaza cease-fire deal

Netanyahu signaled there were issues with the deal shortly after U.S. President Joe Biden and key mediator Qatar announced it was complete.

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The Panama Canal Could Be the Thing That Unifies Donald Trump’s Supporters

For close to a month, President-elect Donald Trump has warned that the Panamanian government needs to reduce the shipping rates and fees placed on U.S.-based vessels going through the Panama Canal, unless it wants the U.S. to take back the

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Russian drone shot down near presidential palace during PM’s Ukraine visit

Sir Keir Starmer’s visit to the presidential palace in Kyiv was met with a message from Russia when a drone was blasted out of the sky above.

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Jeff Bezos’ New Glenn Rocket Reaches Orbit on First Test Flight

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla.— Blue Origin launched its massive new rocket on its first test flight Thursday, sending up a prototype satellite to orbit thousands of miles above Earth. Named after the first American to orbit Earth, the New Glenn rocket

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Joe Biden warns ‘oligarchy is taking shape in America’ in farewell address – The Guardian US

Joe Biden warns ‘oligarchy is taking shape in America’ in farewell address  The Guardian US Biden’s poignant farewell dwells on his fears for the country he loves  CNN Daily Briefing: Biden says goodbye  USA TODAY In Farewell Address, Biden Warns of an ‘Oligarchy’

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Who’s performing at Trump’s inauguration? Carrie Underwood, Lee Greenwood to take stage – USA TODAY

Who’s performing at Trump’s inauguration? Carrie Underwood, Lee Greenwood to take stage  USA TODAY

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Ukraine hawk removed from House intelligence role, reportedly at Trump’s request – The Washington Post

Ukraine hawk removed from House intelligence role, reportedly at Trump’s request  The Washington Post

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Why Netanyahu delayed an Israel-Hamas ceasefire vote. And, LA’s wildfire prevention

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delayed a ceasefire vote today, alleging Hamas reneged on parts of the agreement. And, examining Los Angeles’ wildfire prevention methods for the future. (Image credit: Bashar Taleb)

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