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Dec 23 2025FINANCE

Coinbase Expands Horizons with Prediction Market Purchase

Coinbase, a major player in the crypto world, has made a move to diversify its offerings. They've recently announced the acquisition of The Clearing Company, a startup focused on prediction markets. This is Coinbase's tenth buyout this year, showing they're serious about growing beyond just digital

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Dec 23 2025CRYPTO

ETHZilla's Big Shift: From Crypto Hype to Real-World Focus

ETHZilla, a company once buzzing with crypto excitement, has taken a big step back from its Ether (ETH) dreams. On Dec. 19, they sold a whopping $74. 5 million worth of ETH to pay off some old debts. This move didn't sit well with investors, and the company's stock took a hit, dropping by 7. 61% the

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Dec 23 2025CRIME

Crypto Laundering: A Costly Gamble

In a surprising turn of events, a South Korean man in his 30s found himself facing a harsher penalty after attempting to appeal his original sentence. The man was initially given a four-year probation period and a suspended two-and-a-half-year jail sentence for his role in laundering approximately $

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Dec 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

Huger's Fight Against Sand Mining: A Community's Struggle

In Huger, a small rural community, residents are up in arms over a sand mine project. Cedar Hill Acquisition LLC wants to open a 140-acre sand mine, but the locals are not happy. They remember the problems that came with the Donmar Sand Mine, which opened in 2017. Noise, dust, and heavy truck traffi

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Dec 23 2025SPORTS

DK Metcalf's Moment: What Really Happened in Detroit?

DK Metcalf, the talented wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers, was in Detroit for a big game. The Steelers won, but all the talk after the match wasn't about the score. It was about a fight Metcalf had with a fan just before halftime. At first, it looked like Metcalf threw a punch. People saw

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Dec 23 2025FINANCE

Big Banks Dive into Crypto: What's the Deal?

JPMorgan Chase, a major player in the banking world, is looking into crypto trading for big clients. This is a big step for a traditional bank. They are checking out different crypto products and services. The plan is still secret, but it might include trading crypto directly and using crypto deriva

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Dec 23 2025SCIENCE

Past Lessons for Today's Problems: How Archaeology Can Help

Archaeology is more than just digging up old stuff. It's a way to understand how people lived, interacted, and changed over time. Right now, archaeologists in the U. S. are facing a big challenge. The government has cut funding for research, and old ways of thinking are holding back new discoveries.

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Dec 23 2025SCIENCE

Understanding Water Leaks: The Hidden Role of Cavitation

Water leaks in pipes are a big deal. They waste water and cost money. But what makes these leaks happen? It's not just about pressure. There's a sneaky factor called cavitation. Cavitation is when tiny bubbles form and collapse in water. It can change how water flows through leaks. This study looke

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

Open Space Agreements: What Happens When They Expire?

In Virginia, a recent advisory opinion from the Attorney General's office has clarified an important point about open space agreements. These agreements are deals where landowners promise to keep their land open and natural. In return, they get tax breaks. The big question was: what happens when the

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

When the Government Labels Journalists as Criminals

A new government webpage has popped up, and it's got journalists on edge. Dubbed \Media Offenders, \ this site lets the public report journalists and news outlets they think are biased or spreading lies. Over 50 journalists have already been labeled as offenders, and this isn't just regular criticis

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