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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

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

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

business

Tech Stocks Take a Tumble: AI Boom Faces Reality Check

December 17, 2025

Tech stocks in the US took a hit recently, with Oracle leading the drop. The company's shares fell sharply after its main financial backer, Blue Owl Capital, backed out of a major data center project in Michigan. This news sparked worries among investors about the huge amounts of money AI companies

sports

Teamwork Triumphs: Knicks Overcome Spurs for Emirates NBA Cup

December 17, 2025

The New York Knicks showcased their resilience and teamwork to secure the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in a thrilling final. The game was a rollercoaster, with the Knicks trailing by 11 points in the third quarter. However, they staged a remarkable comeback, outscoring the

business

Is the Stock Market Feeling Festive?

December 17, 2025

The stock market might not be in the holiday spirit this year. The S&P 500, a key indicator of market performance, is having a tough time staying above its 50-day moving average. This average is a line that shows the average price of the index over the last 50 trading days. It closed at 6, 800 on Tu

entertainment

Massive Powerball Prize: A Closer Look at the Odds and Choices

December 17, 2025

The Powerball jackpot has reached an astonishing $1. 25 billion, with a cash value of $572. 1 million. This massive prize is the sixth largest in the game's history. The largest Powerball prize ever was a whopping $2. 04 billion, won on November 7, 2022. The jackpot has been growing steadily since