The Lofi Brief: Calm Beats. Clear News
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The Lofi Brief: Calm Beats. Clear News
Galaxies, Green Numbers, Warm Winter
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This is The Lofi Brief: calm beats, clear news January 12, 2026. A short, low-key look at three stories shaping the moment.
Today’s Stories
1. First Images From the World’s Largest Digital Camera Reveal the Cosmos
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory released its first images, revealing galaxies, cosmic collisions, and new asteroids—launching a 10-year mission to map the universe.
🔗 Source: NBC News
2. Stocks Hit Fresh Records as AI and Big Tech Lead the Way
U.S. stocks climbed to new highs, led by AI and tech giants, as investors bet on continued growth and possible interest-rate cuts later this year.
🔗 Source: CNBC
3. April-Like Warmth Spreads Across the U.S. in Early January
Unseasonably warm air is pushing spring-like temperatures across much of the U.S., breaking records.
🔗 Source: The Washington Post
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