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loan programs office

Cyprus Banks: A Stronger Future Ahead

December 20, 2025

Cyprus is making big moves in the banking world. The Bank of Cyprus just got a thumbs up from S&P Global Ratings. They changed the bank's outlook from stable to positive. This means they think the bank is doing well and will keep doing well. The bank is in a good spot because Cyprus' economy is gro

sports

Money Talks in College Sports: The New Game Changer

December 20, 2025

College sports are changing fast. Big money is pouring in. And it's all thanks to name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals. Texas Tech University System Chancellor Brandon Creighton recently shared his thoughts on this hot topic. Creighton believes that NIL deals are reshaping college sports. They bri

finance

Big Moves: BlackRock Expands Crypto Team Worldwide

December 20, 2025

BlackRock, the biggest player in the asset management world, is making big waves in the crypto space. They're on the hunt for new talent to join their digital assets team, showing they're serious about growing their crypto offerings. The company is already a major player in the crypto ETF game, lea

environment

Arizona's Air Quality Crisis: Why Clean Energy is the Answer

December 20, 2025

Arizona's air quality is in trouble. Harmful pollutants are making it hard for people to breathe. Heatwaves, wildfires, and smog are making life difficult. But there's a solution: clean energy. Most Arizonans want the state to switch to solar and wind power. They believe these are better than fossi

health

New Jersey's Next Governor Pushes for Better Kids' Health Care

December 20, 2025

New Jersey's incoming governor, Mikie Sherrill, has big plans to improve health care for children across the state. She wants every school-aged kid to get a check-up and the MMR vaccine, which protects against measles, mumps, and rubella. This comes at a time when many families are struggling with r

sports

Kip Lewis: The Texas Tornado on the Football Field

December 20, 2025

Kip Lewis, a standout linebacker for the Oklahoma Sooners, has become a force to be reckoned with on the defensive side of the ball. Hailing from Carthage, Texas, Lewis is no stranger to competition, growing up in a large, athletic family. His father, George Lewis Sr. , played college basketball and

crime

Staten Island Mall Sees Big Drop in Shoplifting Thanks to Police Team

December 20, 2025

Shoplifting is a big problem in many places, and the Staten Island Mall was no exception. But things are looking up! The NYPD made a special team to fight retail theft. This team has been working hard, and it's paying off. The team started small but grew to 16 officers. They focus on catching repea

crime

DC Councilmember Demands Clarity on Crime Data and Federal Involvement

December 20, 2025

In a bold move, Councilmember Brooke Pinto, along with her colleagues, has sent a detailed letter to the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) demanding answers. The letter, sent on December 18, raises serious questions about how crime data is being handled and the extent of federal involvement in lo

opinion

Colorado's Weather Science Under Fire: What's at Stake?

December 20, 2025

The Trump administration is targeting Colorado's top weather research labs. The Office of Management and Budget wants to split up the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder. They claim NCAR is spreading "climate alarmism" and pushing a "green new scam. " This is a big deal. For

health

Protecting Kids: A Closer Look at the New Gender Transition Rules

December 20, 2025

The Trump administration has put forward new rules about gender transition treatments for minors. These rules aim to stop federal money from being used for certain medical steps, like puberty blockers and surgeries. The idea is to focus on treatments that are proven to work and to avoid turning kids