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January 17, 2016
Sanders Takes Aim At Clinton's Wall Street Ties: "I Don't Take Money From Big Banks"
Bernie Sanders argued that Hillary Clinton wouldn't be tough enough at regulating banks because she's taken millions in donations from them.
Fresh off polls that show Bernie Sanders increasing his lead over Hillary Clinton in New Hampshire, the Vermont senator went on the attack during the Democratic debate on Thursday night, aiming for what he clearly perceives to be Clinton's Achilles heel: her ties to Wall Street.
Meet The YouTube Stars Who Asked Questions In Sunday's Democratic Debate
These four YouTube stars are helping NBC's moderators in tonight's Democratic presidential debate.
If you tuned into the fourth debate among Democratic presidential candidates on Sunday night, you may have noticed a few new faces. And it's no coincidence that they're as young, fresh and enthusiastic as they are: This time around, YouTube, the co-host of the debate, is letting four of the channel's popular creators ask pre-recorded questions during the debate between Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders and Martin O'Malley. But just who are these lucky YouTubers turned political debate moderators?
How Much Would Bernie Sanders's Plan To Make College Free Actually Cost?
Sanders argues he can do it for $75 billion, but it looks like it might cost more.
Bernie Sanders argued that public college should be free during the democratic debate on Sunday, saying that he would finance free tuition by "imposing a tax of a fraction of a percent on Wall Street speculators," according to his campaign website.
SpaceX Rocket Makes Rough Landing On Drone Ship, First Stage Leg Breaks
This was SpaceX's fourth planned attempt to land a Falcon 9 rocket at sea after launch.
Update 2:08 p.m.: SpaceX reports that the rocket first stage successfully navigated to the drone ship, but it was a hard landing that broke one of the rocket's landing legs.
January 15, 2016
The 10 Most Desirable Airbnb Rentals In The World
Go ahead and put in for that vacation time.
It's mid-January: the cold weather is setting in and tax season is upon us. It's literally been weeks since our last vacation. There's never been a better time to start daydreaming about exotic, far-flung getaways and, luckily, Airbnb is making that supremely easy to do. The company has just released a list of its most popular properties, located everywhere from Bali to Rome.
These Are Wikipedia's Most Edited Pages
Heavily edited Wikipedia pages include entries for notable figures like Jesus, Obama, Hitler, and Britney Spears.
In honor of its 15th birthday, Internet encyclopedia Wikipedia revealed the 15 most edited English pages in its history—and the number one slot goes to none other than former president George W. Bush, a contentious figure if there ever was one. In 2014, Bush's entry was crowned the most controversial in the English Wikipedia.
Bitcoin A "Failed" Experiment, Says Departing Developer
Bitcoin developer Mike Hearn said he's abandoning the currency, though others say its death is far from a sure thing.
Bitcoin developer Mike Hearn said the cryptocurrency has "failed" in a widely circulated Medium post this week, announcing an end to his involvement with bitcoin.
You Know What's Better Than The Puppy Bowl? Puppy Bowl VR
This is possibly the most adorable use of VR we've seen yet.
On Sunday, February 7, millions of Americans across the nation will tune in to one of this country's most sacred and time-honored traditions: Animal Planet's Puppy Bowl. More riveting and important than the other televised sporting event airing opposite it, this year's Puppy Bowl XII will feature 84 puppies (not nearly enough, I say) licking, pawing, and generally cute-ing their way across the gridiron.
This New Site May Finally Make The Smartphone A Must-Have Tool For Voting
With Change Politics, civic action platform Change.org brings your friends' recommendations to your ballot.
Buying books, records, and other products based on the recommendations of people in your social circle has long been standard. Now, the online petition service Change.org wants to adopt that approach to how you vote and pick your favored political candidates.
How Well Do You Know The News? Take The Fast Company Quiz
What happened this week? Here's our quiz for January 15, 2016.
Did you follow the news this week? Research says that one of the best ways to solidify new information is to be tested on it. Here's a chance to bolster your knowledge of current events—and earn a special emoji badge. 
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