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Anchorage's Financial Crossroads: Tax Hike or Smart Spending?

December 23, 2025

Anchorage is a city of diverse people, from working families to small business owners, military personnel, and retirees, all drawn to Alaska's promise of opportunity. But lately, the city's financial management has been shaky. Instead of slapping on a new sales tax, it's time for Anchorage to tighte

technology

Why Do Gamers Prefer Steam Over Epic's Shop?

December 23, 2025

Epic Games Store (EGS) has been around for over seven years, trying to compete with Steam. It started by offering better deals for game developers and players, like exclusive games, freebies, and discounts. This worked, and now EGS has over 295 million users. But Steam is still way ahead, with 41. 6

technology

AI Agents in 2026: Hype vs. Reality

December 23, 2025

In the year 2026, AI agents are expected to be a big topic. These are software systems that can plan tasks, make decisions, and interact with digital tools with little human help. The main concern is not what they might do in the future, but who is pushing them now and why. Many tech companies are

politics

The Quiet Crisis in Immigration: How Policies Are Changing the Game

December 23, 2025

The recent shooting of two National Guardsmen in Washington sparked a swift reaction from the Trump administration, but not in the way one might expect. Instead of focusing on the crime, the administration imposed severe restrictions on legal immigration. The U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Servic

opinion

The Hustler Who Taught Me to Fake It Till I Make It

December 23, 2025

In the summer of 2005, a young writer found himself in New York City, far from his Texas roots. He was working as an assistant to a literary agent, a job that didn't quite align with his dreams. He met a man named Marty Reisman, a self-proclaimed con artist and ping-pong hustler. Marty was a colorfu

health

Understanding the Last Moments: How Culture Shapes End-of-Life Care for Arab Patients in Israel

December 23, 2025

In Israel, Arab patients with terminal illnesses face a unique set of challenges. Their experiences with end-of-life care are deeply influenced by their cultural, religious, and linguistic backgrounds. Palliative care, which aims to improve the quality of life for those with terminal illnesses, ofte

finance

Holiday Stock Talks: Finance Experts Share Their Frustrations

December 23, 2025

During the holiday season, finance experts often find themselves in a tricky spot. While everyone else is enjoying time with family, these professionals are often bombarded with questions about stock picks and market predictions. It's a common scenario that many of them dread. The stock market is a

finance

Home Insurance: A Shaky Foundation for Homeowners, Lenders, and Insurers

December 23, 2025

Home insurance is in a tough spot. Why? Three big groups—homeowners, lenders, and insurance companies—are all pulling in different directions. Each has their own worries and goals, making it hard to find a fix. Homeowners are stuck between a rock and a hard place. They need a mortgage to buy a home

politics

Canada's New U. S. Ambassador: A Seasoned Financier Steps In

December 23, 2025

Canada has chosen a new ambassador to the United States. Mark Wiseman, a well-known figure in the world of finance, will take on this important role. He is set to start his new job in mid-February. Wiseman has a lot of experience. He has worked in Canada's pension funds and big U. S. financial compa

finance

Volta Finance: A Rocky November in the Investment World

December 23, 2025

In November 2025, Volta Finance saw a slight dip in returns, with a net return of -0. 6%. This brought their year-to-date performance to +2. 3%. Meanwhile, other investments like US High Yield bonds and Euro High Yield bonds performed much better, with returns of +7. 8% and +4. 8% respectively. The