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Terence Crawford: The Undefeated Champion Who Beat the Doubters

December 17, 2025

Terence Crawford, a top-tier boxer, has decided to retire. He's leaving behind a lot of money, but he's also leaving with a perfect record. This is rare in boxing, where most fighters keep going until they're forced to stop. Crawford wasn't just good; he was great. He became the undisputed champion

crime

ISIS: Still a Threat or Just a Shadow?

December 17, 2025

ISIS, once a powerful force controlling large parts of Iraq and Syria, is now a shadow of its former self. But recent events suggest the group still has influence, even if it's not as strong as before. Experts say ISIS is not as organized as it used to be. The group's leadership is scattered, and i

business

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

science

Unraveling the Mystery of the Beachy Head Lady

December 17, 2025

The story of the Beachy Head Lady, once believed to be the "first black Briton, " has taken an unexpected turn. Scientists have now revealed that her origins might not be what we initially thought. The skeleton, found in 2012 in Eastbourne Town Hall, was initially thought to belong to a woman from

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

education

Britain's Big Move: Back to Erasmus After Brexit

December 17, 2025

Britain is making a U-turn. After leaving the Erasmus program during Brexit, it's now planning to rejoin in 2027. This decision is seen as a big win for young people, giving them a chance to study abroad without extra costs. But there's a catch. The UK will pay £570 million for the 2027/28 academic

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

politics

The Legal Battle: Trump's Past and Present

December 17, 2025

Jack Smith, a former special counsel, recently spoke to Congress about his past investigations into Donald Trump. He claimed to have solid evidence that Trump tried to overturn the 2020 election results and mishandled classified documents. Trump, however, has denied these allegations and has been pu