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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

politics

A Congressman's Bold Move: Impeachment Articles Filed Against Defense Secretary

December 12, 2025

A Michigan congressman, Shri Thanedar, has made a striking move by introducing impeachment articles against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The charges? Murder, conspiracy to murder, and mishandling classified information. Thanedar's claims are serious, accusing Hegseth of ordering strikes on a

technology

Intel's Test with Chinese-Linked Chip Tools Raises Concerns

December 12, 2025

Intel has been experimenting with chipmaking tools from ACM Research, a company with strong ties to China and some units under U. S. sanctions. These tools, known as wet etch tools, are being considered for Intel's cutting-edge 14A chipmaking process, set to launch in 2027. ACM Research, based in C

crime

New York's New Shield Against Global Crime

December 11, 2025

In a bold move, New York has just launched a unique team to fight crime that crosses borders. This isn't just any team—it's a first-of-its-kind group called the Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) New York. The goal? To take down big criminal groups that operate in many countries. These groups are i

health

Healthcare Costs and Political Battles: What's Happening in Washington?

December 11, 2025

In Washington, healthcare is a hot topic, but not for the reasons you might think. A recent House hearing on how technology can help lower healthcare costs quickly turned into a political showdown. Republicans blamed Democrats for rising costs, while Democrats pointed to other factors. Meanwhile, th

business

Caitlin Dewey Takes the Helm at Vox's Today, Explained

December 11, 2025

Caitlin Dewey is stepping into a new role at Vox, taking charge of the Today, Explained newsletter. She will start on December 15, bringing her journalism experience to help readers grasp major news stories and global conversations. Dewey has a strong background in journalism. She has written for b

sports

Friday Night Sports Extravaganza: What to Watch

December 11, 2025

Friday, Dec. 12, is packed with sports action. Hockey fans can catch the Ontario Reign taking on the Colorado Eagles at 9 p. m. on NHL Network. College basketball is also in full swing, with Missouri State facing Xavier at 7 p. m. on truTV and Texas squaring off against UConn at 8 p. m. on FOX. For

health

Health Care: A Matter of Life and Death

December 11, 2025

Health care is a big deal. It's something we often don't think about until we need it. But in the U. S. , it's become a political football, with Democrats and Republicans stuck in a tug-of-war. Democrats want to make sure everyone has health coverage, but they're worried about the price tag. Some w

health

Whooping Cough on the Rise: Why Oregon's Vaccination Rates Matter

December 11, 2025

Oregon is facing a serious health issue. The state has seen more cases of whooping cough this year than ever before. This is a big problem because whooping cough can be very dangerous, especially for babies. Health experts say that fewer people are getting vaccinated, and this is making the situatio

weather

Northwest Drowned in Unusual Rainfall

December 11, 2025

The Pacific Northwest is experiencing an unusual amount of rainfall. This is due to a combination of warm water and air, and unusual weather patterns. These patterns can be traced back to tropical cyclones in Indonesia. The rain has been persistent and heavy, with almost 5 trillion gallons falling i