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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

The Contrast: A Candidate's Wealth vs. Her Campaign Message

Christina Bohannan, a Democrat running for Congress in Iowa, has been vocal about her humble beginnings. She often shares stories of growing up in a trailer park and struggling to afford basic needs. This narrative has been central to her campaign, as she positions herself as a champion for the middle class. However, Bohannan's financial records tell a different sto...

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Nov 26 2025BUSINESS

Cuba's Fresh Bid to Lure Investors Amid Economic Woes

Cuba is exploring new ways to bring in foreign cash. The government is thinking about making it easier for businesses to set up shop. This includes letting them use dollars, hire their own staff, and even buy property. Right now, Cuba's economy is in rough shape. Power cuts, health scares, and a struggling currency aren't helping. Plus, many people are leaving the c...

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Nov 26 2025FINANCE

Saudi Arabia's Gaming Bet: A Financial Tightrope?

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) recently made headlines with a massive $55 billion deal to acquire EA, the company behind popular games like Battlefield 6 and EA Sports FC. However, this move has raised eyebrows, as reports suggest that the PIF is now struggling to find more money to spend. The PIF has been on a spending spree, investing in a variety of ...

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Nov 25 2025CRYPTO

Why People Are Diversifying With Crypto in 2025

In 2025, more people are putting their money into crypto for a different reason. Instead of just chasing big profits, they want to spread out their investments. This is called diversification. Over half of the people surveyed said this is their main reason for investing in crypto. Last year, most people wanted to get in on the long-term growth of crypto. But now, on...

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Nov 25 2025FINANCE

Cashing In On Crypto Swings: A New ETF Takes On BitMine

A new player has entered the world of crypto-linked investments. The Defiance BMNR Option Income ETF, or YBMN, started trading on Tuesday. It's a unique fund that focuses on generating income from Bitmine Immersion Technologies, a company known for its ties to cryptocurrency. The fund is powered by Milliman, a big name in risk management. They've designed a smart st...

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Nov 25 2025CRYPTO

UAE's Bold Move to Regulate DeFi and Web3

The United Arab Emirates has taken a significant step towards regulating decentralized finance (DeFi) and Web3 technologies with its new financial law. This law, known as Federal Decree Law No. 6 of 2025, is set to bring a major change in how these industries operate within the country. The law targets various aspects of the crypto world, including protocols, DeFi p...

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Nov 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

Alibaba's Cloud Business Takes Off, While E-Commerce Struggles

Alibaba's cloud business is growing fast. In the last quarter, it grew by 34%. This is a big deal because the company is investing heavily in AI. The company plans to spend at least 380 billion yuan on cloud computing and AI over the next three years. But not everything is going well. Alibaba's overall revenue only grew by 5%. This is much lower than the cloud busin...

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Nov 25 2025BUSINESS

A Big Step for Indonesia's Plastic Industry

Indonesia is getting a major boost in its plastic industry. A company called IMPC is putting in a lot of money to create a top-notch training center. This place, called IPSI, aims to be the best in ASEAN for learning about polymers, which are a big part of plastics. The idea behind IPSI is to help people get better jobs and skills. Right now, there's a big gap in th...

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

A Fresh Look at Health Care: UnityPoint Health's New Cancer Center

UnityPoint Health recently gave a tour of their newly renovated cancer center. This upgrade is a big deal for the community. It shows how health care facilities are always trying to improve. The center now has better technology and more comfortable spaces. This is important because cancer treatment can be tough. Patients need a place that feels safe and supportive. ...

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Nov 25 2025FINANCE

Unlocking Retirement: Why Spending Matters More Than Saving

Retirement isn't just about saving money; it's about enjoying it too. But many retirees find it hard to spend their savings, even after years of careful planning. This fear of spending is a big mistake, according to financial expert Ramit Sethi. Sethi believes that people should focus on spending their savings meaningfully in retirement. He argues that saving is onl...

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