CHAIRMAN MIKE CRAPO

Nov 27 2025FINANCE

Bitmine Immersion: A Closer Look at Tom Lee's Crypto Bet

Bitmine Immersion Technologies, or BMNR, is a company that's all about crypto, specifically Ethereum (ETH). It's goal is to gather as much ETH as possible and boost the value of each share for its investors. BMNR is currently trading at a price lower than its actual value. It offers a small dividend and is planning to start a network for staking ETH in early 2026. E...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

Trump's Ukraine Peace Plan Sparks Outrage Among American Volunteers

American volunteers aiding Ukraine's defense against Russia are furious about a recent peace proposal linked to Donald Trump. They see it as a surrender to Russia and a betrayal of Ukraine's fight for independence. Many Americans have been in Ukraine since the war began, helping with military training and other support. They are mostly Republicans, which makes Trump...

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Nov 27 2025SCIENCE

Space Trio Set for Thanksgiving Launch to ISS

A group of space explorers is preparing for a special Thanksgiving journey. They will head to the International Space Station (ISS) on Thursday morning. NASA astronaut Chris Williams and cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev are the crew members for this mission. They will take off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan at 4:27 a. m. ET. The Roscosmo...

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Nov 27 2025SCIENCE

Uncovering the Hidden Truth: The Fight Against Fake Science

In the world of science, truth is everything. But what happens when the truth is twisted? Meet Mike Rossner, a molecular biologist who has taken it upon himself to expose the dark side of scientific research. Rossner is part of a growing group of experts who are on the hunt for researchers who cheat, copy, or make up their findings. His specialty? Spotting manipulate...

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Nov 27 2025CRYPTO

Mike Selig: The Crypto Lawyer Stepping into Big Regulatory Shoes

Mike Selig, a lawyer with strong ties to the crypto world, is on track to become the sole leader of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This is a big deal because the CFTC is responsible for overseeing financial markets, including the rapidly growing crypto industry. Selig has worked with many crypto clients, from big investment firms to smaller startup...

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Nov 26 2025SPORTS

Week 13 NFL Showdown: Who Will Come Out on Top?

The NFL season is heating up, and Week 13 is set to be a thrilling one. Two experts, Florio and Simms, have been going head-to-head all season, and they're tied at 119-58-1. But who will take the lead this week? Florio had a strong week last time, going 9-4-1 against the spread, while Simms struggled with a 6-7-1 record. Florio's bold predictions, like the Cowboys b...

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

Indiana's Congressional Map Drama: A Sudden Shift

Indiana's political scene just got a lot more interesting. After saying they wouldn't touch it, state Republicans are now ready to vote on redrawing congressional maps. This u-turn comes after some serious pressure from the White House. Just a couple of weeks ago, Senate leader Rodric Bray said there weren't enough votes to even consider it. But now, he's singing a ...

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Nov 26 2025SPORTS

Ole Miss' Playoff Hopes: What Happens If Kiffin Leaves?

The College Football Playoff committee has a big job. They rank teams based on many things. But what if a team loses a key coach? That's the question on everyone's mind with Ole Miss and Lane Kiffin. Hunter Yurachek, the committee chairman, said they don't look ahead. They deal with things as they happen. So, if Kiffin leaves, they'll consider it then. But right now...

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

GOP's Sudden Shift: Protecting Obamacare Subsidies

Some Republicans are now pushing to extend a key part of the Affordable Care Act, even though they once fought hard against it. This change of heart comes as many of these lawmakers face tough re-election battles in districts where healthcare is a big issue. The subsidies in question help people afford their health insurance premiums. If these subsidies end, million...

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Nov 26 2025EDUCATION

Schools Under Scrutiny for Antisemitism

Fairfax County Public Schools, the biggest district in Virginia, is now under the microscope. A House committee is digging into claims of antisemitism within its walls. This isn't just happening in Fairfax, though. Schools in Berkeley, California, and Philadelphia are also being looked at. Why is this happening? Well, the committee wants to make sure these schools a...

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