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San Diego's annual rodeo event at Petco Park has sparked serious concerns about animal welfare and the city's priorities. The event, organized by the Padres, has seen multiple incidents of animal cruelty, yet city leaders have done little to address the issue. In the first rodeo, a horse named Waco

Tech Giants Under Fire: Who's Footing the Bill for Skyrocketing Power Costs?

Three senators are questioning how big tech companies are affecting your electricity bills. They sent letters to seven major firms, including Google, Microsoft, and Amazon. The senators claim these companies aren't paying their fair share for the power they use. They also accuse these firms of keepi

business

Powering Up: Data Centers Get Direct Energy Access

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has given the green light for tech giants to tap directly into power plants to fuel their massive data centers. This move, aimed at boosting the U. S. 's lead in artificial intelligence and manufacturing, comes as the mid-Atlantic region braces for pot

religion

Reviving the Heart of Military Chaplaincy: A Shift Back to Faith

The U. S. military chaplaincy is undergoing a significant transformation. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has taken steps to reverse what he sees as a decline in the spiritual support provided to service members. This shift is seen as a response to policies from previous administrations that allegedly

crypto

Crypto Traders Face Bleak Holiday Outlook

The holiday season is usually a time for cheer, but crypto traders aren't feeling the festive spirit this year. Predictors on Myriad, a platform for forecasting market trends, are not optimistic about a Santa rally for major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The odds are heavily stacked ag

finance

UK Interest Rates Drop: What It Means for Your Wallet

The Bank of England has lowered interest rates to 3. 75%. This move was widely expected, so mortgage lenders had already adjusted their rates. However, the Bank's governor hinted that future cuts might not be as frequent, which could slow down the decline in mortgage rates. The Bank's decision was

Venezuela's Uncertain Future: Between Threats and Resilience

Venezuela is facing another wave of uncertainty, as the U. S. president threatens to block oil sales, the country's main income source. Many Venezuelans are used to economic struggles, but this new threat brings back memories of tough times. In Caracas, people like José, a retired surgeon, are takin

A New Name for a Historic Venue

The Kennedy Center, a famous performing arts hub in Washington, D. C. , is getting a new name. It will now be called the Trump-Kennedy Center. The decision came from the center's board of trustees, who were all appointed by President Trump earlier this year. The change is said to honor President Tr

Fentanyl: A Drug or a Weapon?

In a bold move, the U. S. President has labeled fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction. This decision, made on December 15, 2025, aims to tackle the drug's impact on national security and crime. The president compared the deaths caused by fentanyl to those in major wars, stating that hundreds of t

America's Walls: The Cost of Turning Inward