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AI Firms Face Tough Questions on Fraud Prevention

December 12, 2025

Senators Maggie Hassan and Josh Hawley have taken a stand against AI-driven scams. They sent letters to major AI companies, asking how they plan to stop fraudsters from misusing their technology. The companies include Anthropic, Google, Meta, Microsoft, OpenAI, Perplexity, and xAI. The senators wan

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Europe's Growing Tensions: A Call to Arms

December 12, 2025

Europe is facing a serious situation. The head of NATO has warned that Europe must get ready for a big conflict, similar to what their grandparents went through. This warning comes after Russia has been acting more aggressively. There have been drone attacks in NATO airspace and Russia's president h

finance

Bonds: A Year of Gains, but What Lies Ahead?

December 12, 2025

The bond market has had a good year so far, with all major sectors showing gains. Intermediate-term corporate bonds have performed the best, up 9. 0% year to date, while short-term Treasuries have risen 3. 9%, slightly ahead of inflation. This growth comes despite a volatile year marked by shifting

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Elon Musk's Take on Immigration and Its Political Impact

December 12, 2025

Elon Musk, the head of Tesla, has recently shared his thoughts on immigration and its effects on U. S. politics. He believes that bringing in large numbers of immigrants from certain countries could lead to one political party dominating the country. Musk pointed out that states like Minnesota, Cali

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Why prediction markets are becoming the new big thing

December 12, 2025

The world of prediction markets is heating up, and it's not just because of the money. This year, the U. S. has seen a massive jump in interest, thanks to a recent court decision that cleared the way for election betting. But what exactly are prediction markets? They're platforms where people can be

business

Speeding Up Changes: A New Approach to Economic Growth

December 12, 2025

The current administration is making a big move to cut back on rules and regulations. They believe this will help the economy grow faster. This push is part of a larger plan to boost the economy before important elections next year. The idea is to make it easier for businesses to operate. This, in

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A New Visa for the Wealthy: Is It a Good Deal for the U. S. ?

December 12, 2025

The U. S. has introduced a new visa option for wealthy individuals and companies. This visa, called the gold card, allows foreigners to gain legal residency in the U. S. by paying a large sum of money. The process is much faster than traditional visas, taking only weeks instead of years. To get a g

sports

Notre Dame's Big Bowl Blunder

December 12, 2025

Notre Dame's decision to skip the bowl game after missing the College Football Playoff is a big deal. They were upset about not getting one of the 12 spots. Instead of playing BYU, they decided to stay home. This move has caused a lot of backlash. The Irish have a long history of getting special tr

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Federal Reserve Keeps the Same Leaders: What Does This Mean?

December 12, 2025

The Federal Reserve has decided to keep all its regional bank presidents in their jobs. This might seem like a small thing, but it's actually pretty important. These presidents have a big say in setting interest rates, almost as much as the main governors do. Not long ago, there was talk about chan

politics

U. S. Military's Move in Venezuela Sparks Legal and Ethical Questions

December 12, 2025

Recent U. S. military actions in Venezuela have stirred up a storm of controversy. A Venezuelan oil tanker was seized by the U. S. military, which has led to serious accusations. Iran's embassy in Venezuela claims this move breaks international laws and norms. This event has caught the attention of