January 17, 2025

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NATION

The latest test of Space X's giant Starship rocket has failed, minutes after launch. Officials at Elon Musk's company said the upper stage was lost after problems developed after lift-off from Texas on Thursday.

WORLD

Concentrations of carbon dioxide (CO2) are now more than 50% higher than before humans started burning large amounts of fossil fuels.

BUSINESS

The 2024 U-Haul Growth Index found that one Southeastern U.S. state ranked as the most popular place to move to last year, beating Texas and Florida.

HEALTH

Scientists have identified various retinal vascular indicators, 29 of which were significantly associated with a person's first-time stroke risk, providing a vascular "fingerprint."

ENTERTAINMENT

Former Beatle Ringo Starr joined Jack White, Mickey Guyton, Brenda Lee and more onstage to showcase his vast musical catalog, including his new country album, for an upcoming TV special.

TRAVEL

The airline also announced two more cities that will soon be connected to Europe.

FOOD

Häagen-Dazs is releasing two brand-new ice cream bars this month. The drop is part of a wider release that will include 10 new ice cream products in 2025.

NOSTALGIA

Show writer reveals the rejected plots and controversial romances in ‘Friends,’ that might have affected the film's public acceptance.

FUN STUFF

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