BENJAMIN FRANKLIN

Nov 25 2025POLITICS

Honoring Jewish Soldiers: A Step Towards Correcting History

In a rare show of unity, the U. S. Senate has given the green light to a plan that aims to correct a long-standing oversight. The Fallen Servicemembers Religious Heritage Restoration Act, passed unanimously, sets the stage for a 10-year mission. The goal? To find and update the grave markers of Jewish American soldiers buried abroad. Many of these soldiers, who fough...

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Nov 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

Who's to Blame for the Delay in Cemex's Mining Plans?

A recent court hearing stirred up old tensions between Cemex and the State Water Resources Control Board. The debate centered around whether Cemex should be allowed to challenge a decision before a final ruling is made, expected in February. Cemex's legal team pointed fingers at the state board for the long delay in their plans to extract 56 million tons of sand and ...

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Nov 25 2025FINANCE

XRP Gets a Big Boost from Wall Street

Franklin Templeton, a well-known name in finance, has jumped into the XRP game. They just launched an ETF called the Franklin XRP Trust (XRPZ) on the NYSE Arca. This means investors can now get their hands on XRP through a regulated product. Franklin isn't the only one doing this. Other big players like Bitwise, Grayscale, and Canary Capital are already in the mix. ...

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Nov 25 2025FINANCE

A Big Move in Crypto Finance: Ondo and Figure Team Up

Ondo Finance just made a bold move, buying $25 million worth of YLDS, a stablecoin from Figure Technology Solutions. This isn't just any purchase; it's a strategic step to make Ondo's tokenized fund more diverse and appealing. The YLDS stablecoin is now part of a bigger portfolio that already includes tokenized Treasury products from big names like BlackRock, Fideli...

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Nov 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Sacramento's Old Comic Book Ban: Time for a Change?

In Sacramento, a law from 1949 is still on the books. It stops kids from buying certain comic books. The law is not used much anymore. But some people want to get rid of it for good. Lecho Lopez runs a comic shop in Sacramento. He remembers his nephew reading his first word from a comic book. It was the word "bad. " Lopez thinks comic books are good for kids. He wan...

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Nov 24 2025SPORTS

Colts Struggle to Close the Deal Against Chiefs

The Colts were on top in the fourth quarter, but the Chiefs came back to win in overtime. It was a tough loss for the Colts, who had a big lead but couldn't hold on. The Chiefs scored a touchdown, converted a two-point play, and kicked a field goal to tie the game. Then, in overtime, they kicked another field goal to win. The Colts had trouble keeping the ball and m...

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Nov 24 2025POLITICS

New York's New Mayor and Trump: A Chat About the City

New York City's incoming mayor, Zohran Mamdani, had a chat with former President Donald Trump. They talked about New York City's future, like building homes, keeping streets safe, and even electricity prices. Mamdani went to the White House with his team, but only his chief of staff got to join the meeting. They didn't just sit and talk; Trump gave Mamdani a tour. T...

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Nov 23 2025OPINION

The Brainpower Drain: Why the U. S. Can't Afford to Lose Its Science Edge

James Watson's recent passing highlights a big problem. His work on DNA changed everything. But now, the U. S. is at risk of losing its lead in science. Why? Because of cuts to research funding and stricter visa rules. These changes might push away the next generation of brilliant minds. For years, the U. S. has been a magnet for top scientists. People like Watson, ...

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Nov 23 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebs Turning a Year Wiser: November 23, 2025 Edition

November 23, 2025, marks a special day for many stars. It's not just any day; it's the day when several famous faces add another candle to their birthday cakes. From TV hosts to singers, actors to models, this date is packed with notable birthdays. Robin Roberts, a well-known TV personality, is celebrating her 65th birthday. She's not just on TV; she's also made an ...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Israel's 2026 Budget: A Rocky Road Ahead

In Israel, the finance minister, Bezalel Smotrich, is set to discuss the 2026 budget with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This budget includes plans to boost the economy and tackle rising living costs. The budget is expected to be presented to the cabinet on December 4th. However, approval by the end of the year seems unlikely. Israeli law requires the budget to ...

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