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Tankers in the Spotlight: Venezuela's Oil Game

December 17, 2025

In the vast Caribbean Sea, a fleet of at least 34 oil tankers, previously flagged by the U. S. , are currently navigating waters. These tankers have a history of transporting Venezuelan oil, with 12 of them seemingly filled with crude from the South American nation, according to trade intelligence f

politics

Congress Shake-Up: Who's Leaving and Why?

December 17, 2025

A significant number of lawmakers are saying goodbye to Congress after the 2026 midterms. As of mid-December 2025, 54 representatives and senators have decided not to return. This includes both retirements and those seeking different political roles. Some big names are stepping down, like Californi

crime

A Mystery in Providence: The Elusive Gunman

December 17, 2025

A man opened fire in a Brown University classroom, leaving two students dead and nine others hurt. He vanished into the cold, blending into the crowd with his dark winter clothes and a medical mask hiding his face. The gun he used? A common 9-millimeter handgun, easy to find and hard to trace. Poli

business

Stocks on the Move: A Midday Market Roundup

December 17, 2025

The stock market was buzzing with activity at midday, with several companies seeing significant shifts in their share prices. Texas Pacific Land caught the eye of investors, with its shares climbing 8% after teaming up with Bolt Data & Energy. This collaboration aims to build large-scale data center

politics

Economic Woes: Americans Grow Unhappy with Trump's Handling

December 17, 2025

Americans are feeling the pinch in their wallets, and they're not happy about it. A recent poll shows that a whopping 70% of Americans think the cost of living is too high, with nearly half of Republicans and a staggering three-quarters of independents feeling the same way. This is a big drop from j

business

Tech Stocks Take a Tumble: AI Boom Faces Reality Check

December 17, 2025

Tech stocks in the US took a hit recently, with Oracle leading the drop. The company's shares fell sharply after its main financial backer, Blue Owl Capital, backed out of a major data center project in Michigan. This news sparked worries among investors about the huge amounts of money AI companies

business

Is the Stock Market Feeling Festive?

December 17, 2025

The stock market might not be in the holiday spirit this year. The S&P 500, a key indicator of market performance, is having a tough time staying above its 50-day moving average. This average is a line that shows the average price of the index over the last 50 trading days. It closed at 6, 800 on Tu

entertainment

Massive Powerball Prize: A Closer Look at the Odds and Choices

December 17, 2025

The Powerball jackpot has reached an astonishing $1. 25 billion, with a cash value of $572. 1 million. This massive prize is the sixth largest in the game's history. The largest Powerball prize ever was a whopping $2. 04 billion, won on November 7, 2022. The jackpot has been growing steadily since

sports

Who to Cheer For in the College Football Playoff: A Fun Guide

December 17, 2025

The College Football Playoff is here, and not everyone is happy about which teams made the cut. Some fans are thrilled, while others are upset, especially those rooting for Notre Dame. If you're still deciding who to support, here's a fun guide to help you pick a team. Ohio State is a strong choice

business

U. S. Video Game Market Faces Tough November

December 17, 2025

November 2025 was a challenging month for the U. S. video game market. Sales of physical games and hardware hit their lowest point since 1995. This drop was seen across the board, including hardware, accessories, and console spending. Overall, spending fell by 4% compared to the same month last year