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Martin Luther King Jr. advocated a guaranteed annual income as a means of addressing economic inequality, and recent research finds strong support for universal basic income among lower-income white Americans while opposition is higher among wealthier whites with elevated racial resentment.

Naomi Watts says she ignored dry eyes during menopause until learning it can be linked to hormonal changes; she is partnering with Johnson & Johnson to raise awareness about eye health for women in midlife.

Toogi Dorjbayar walked 20,000 steps daily for eight months and lost about 45 pounds; she also reported increased energy and improved mental wellbeing.

OrsoBio published Phase I data for TLC-2716 in Nature Medicine showing favourable safety and dose-dependent lipid reductions in healthy volunteers, and the drug is now being tested in a Phase IIa trial for MASLD and severe hypertriglyceridemia with final data expected by mid-2026.

Independent readers were divided after an analysis said Donald Trump's tariff threat over Greenland could prompt the UK to move closer to the EU; some cited US unpredictability and security concerns, while others pointed to the Brexit vote and lengthy negotiations.

Lindsey Vonn had a partial knee replacement with a titanium implant in April 2024 and soon returned to high-level activity. She has since won World Cup races and recorded multiple podiums while preparing to compete at the Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo.

Storm noise, light and air-pressure shifts can disrupt sleep and increase anxiety; the article reports reviewers and experts recommending noise-reducing headphones, blackout coverings, acupressure masks, heated/cooling eye devices and relaxation techniques.

Stephen Senn of Lakeland will receive The Florida Bar's Tobias Simon Pro Bono Service Award at the Florida Supreme Court on Jan. 22, presented by Chief Justice Carlos G. Muñiz.

Protein is a core macronutrient involved in growth, repair and many body processes, and recent U.S. guidance raised the adult recommended intake to about 1.2–1.6 grams per kilogram of body weight per day.

Federal officials in early January pared back the list of routinely recommended childhood vaccines and reclassified some shots under a shared clinical decision-making model, and many pediatricians and at least 19 states are continuing to follow American Academy of Pediatrics guidance while families express confusion.

GLP-1 drugs that reduce appetite have coincided with major chains adding smaller-portion and higher-protein menu items. Examples in the article include Smoothie King, Olive Garden, Chipotle, Shake Shack and Subway.

At least 39 people were killed and 12 are in intensive care after two trains collided near Adamuz in Córdoba province, authorities said.

A Forbes column reviews a proposal to make generative AI and large language models the required first-line screen and initial intervention for mental health, noting that some states have adopted AI-related rules while federal legislation remains undeveloped.

Experts say three sleep metrics — time in sleep stages, nighttime awakenings, and time asleep versus time in bed — are most useful for interpreting tracker reports and linking behavior to sleep quality.

Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza has a distinctive, coach-like speaking style that teammates, family and staff say is genuine; he studied public speaking in school and practiced how he presents himself long before recent national attention.

At least 39 people were killed and many were injured after an Iryo high-speed train derailed and collided with a Renfe AVE train near Adamuz in Córdoba; ADIF has suspended services between Madrid and Andalusia and emergency teams are on site.

HDFC Bank reported better-than-expected results driven by nearly 12% year-on-year loan growth and a 28.45 trillion rupee loan book, and its CFO said the bank expects loans to expand faster than the overall banking system in the next financial year.

The New England Patriots beat the Houston Texans 28-16 as multiple turnovers and strong defensive plays helped New England advance to the AFC Championship Game.

Country singer Dolly Parton turns 80 on January 19, 2026, and the feature presents eight photos tracing her career from the 1950s through the 2020s.

China's economy grew 5.0% in 2025, meeting the government's target, driven by a surge in exports while domestic consumption remained weak.

Meghan Markle posted a black-and-white video of herself dancing with Prince Harry and included a 2016 throwback photo from their Botswana trip; she credited their daughter Princess Lilibet with filming the recent clip.

A 48-year-old former marketing executive told Business Insider he began delivering for Uber Eats to supplement his income and that the work has felt humbling.

C.J. Stroud threw four interceptions in the Texans' 28-16 divisional loss to the Patriots, and teammates and coach publicly expressed support as the team enters the offseason.

The High Seas Treaty entered into force on January 17, 2026, creating a legally binding framework to protect biodiversity in international waters; more than 80 countries have ratified it.

At least 10 people were reported dead and more than 25 seriously injured after two high-speed trains derailed near Adamuz in Cordoba, and train services between Madrid and Andalusia were suspended.

Sphere Entertainment proposes a 6,000-seat 'mini‑Sphere' immersive venue at National Harbor in Maryland aiming for a 2030 opening, supported by roughly $200 million in proposed public incentives that include measures requiring voter approval.

China's real GDP expanded 5% last year, meeting Beijing's official target, as a surge in exports helped offset a decline in trade with the U.S.; customs data showed a record $1.19 trillion trade surplus for 2025 driven by a 5.5% rise in exports.

NASA's SLS rocket and Orion spacecraft reached Launch Pad 39B after a 12-hour, 4-mile move; engineers are preparing a wet dress rehearsal targeted for no later than February 2 as teams ready Artemis II for a launch currently targeted no earlier than February 6.

Multiple Eastern North Carolina communities will hold MLK Day observances Monday, featuring marches, donation drives and local programs; listed events include an ECU donation drive and program, a Jacksonville march, and a New Bern gathering.

Officials said a welfare check found a 1-year-old child and an 81-year-old man living in a home reported to have roaches and mold; the child's parents were arrested and are scheduled to return to court on February 4.