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Iran's Power Crisis: Is Bitcoin Mining Siphoning Energy?

December 15, 2024

As winter approaches, Iran is facing rolling blackouts, leaving people and businesses in the dark. The country’s energy woes are a blend of many factors, including economic mismanagement, international sanctions, and, perhaps surprisingly, a cryptocurrency boom. Bitcoin mining, which demands vast am

sports

UFC's Thrilling Night: Covington vs. Buckley Highlights

December 15, 2024

Get ready for an action-packed night of mixed martial arts (MMA) as UFC on ESPN 63 takes center stage at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. The event, broadcast on ESPNews, ESPN2, and ESPN+, features a main event that promises excitement: former interim welterweight champion Colby Covington goes head-t

education

Instagram Obsession and How It Affects Nurse Students' Study Habits

December 15, 2024

The digital world has changed the way we connect and entertain ourselves. One of the biggest changes is the rise of social media platforms like Instagram, which are wildly popular among young people. But is all this online time affecting students, especially those studying to become nurses? A recent

politics

Syria's Drug Dilemma: Can the New Bosses Say No to Captagon?

December 14, 2024

The Syrian civil war saw the birth of an unexpected economic powerhouse: the drug Captagon. Under Bashar al-Assad's rule, Syria became the world's leading supplier of this stimulant, with an estimated $10 billion annual income from its sale. This turned Syria into a narco-state, with high-ranking of

politics

Progressive Prosecutors: What Went Wrong?

December 12, 2024

You might have heard that some cities have been seeing more crime lately. Some people blame progressive prosecutors for this. These prosecutors often don't require cash bail, lower charges, and give shorter sentences. They also might not prosecute two out of three people arrested. But some people sa

technology

Drones Over New Jersey: A Mystery Unfolds

December 12, 2024

Imagine if you saw something flying in the sky that you just couldn't explain. That's exactly what people in New Jersey have been experiencing lately. It all began on November 18, with frequent drone sightings in Morris County. But these aren't ordinary drones—some are as big as 6 feet wide! Althoug

politics

Keith Kellogg: The Man to Tame Putin's Ambitions

December 10, 2024

Retired U. S. Army Lt. General Keith Kellogg has been tasked with a tough job: finding peace between Ukraine and Russia. The Kremlin might think Kellogg will cave to Putin's demands, but they underestimate him. Kellogg, a seasoned military man, isn't easily fooled. He knows Russia's military is stru

politics

U. S. Hits 75 ISIS Targets in Syria After Regime Change

December 10, 2024

Just one day after Syria’s government collapsed, U. S. forces launched a major strike on over 75 ISIS targets in central Syria. The attack involved different types of warplanes, including B-52 bombers, F-15 fighters, and A-10 Warthogs. General Erik Kurilla, the head of U. S. Central Command, stated

politics

Syria's Shifting Power: Who Gains, Who Loses?

December 9, 2024

In 2016, I shared a Ramadan meal with Syrian ex-rebels in Turkey. They spoke of the brutal tactics used by the Assad regime. Fast forward to today, the Assad regime has fallen, and the world is watching the ripple effects. Countries like Turkey, Iran, Russia, Israel, and the U. S. are feeling the sh

politics

Israel Secures Syrian Buffer Zone After Agreement Breaks Down

December 9, 2024

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has given orders to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to take control of a buffer zone in Syria. This zone, located in Syrian territory, had been demilitarized as per the 1974 Disengagement Agreement. However, Netanyahu announced that this agreement has falle