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Jan 08 2026CRYPTO

Banks vs. Crypto: The Fight Over Stablecoin Rewards

Big banks are pushing for changes to the GENIUS Act. They want to stop stablecoin issuers from offering rewards through third parties. Crypto leaders say this is just a way for banks to keep out competition. The GENIUS Act already stops stablecoin issuers from giving interest. But major crypto exch

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Jan 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Arkansas Art Scene: What's Happening This Season

Arkansas is buzzing with art this season. First up, the Arkansas Arts Council's "Small Works on Paper" exhibit is making its rounds. This year marks the 39th edition, featuring tiny artworks by 40 Arkansas artists. The show kicked off in Pine Bluff and will travel to eight other cities. The pieces a

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

The U. S. Takes a Stand on Tech Security

In a bold move, the U. S. government has ordered a Chinese-controlled company to reverse a recent tech acquisition. The deal, involving a New Jersey-based semiconductor manufacturer, has raised eyebrows in Washington. The U. S. Treasury Department flagged potential risks to national security, pointi

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Jan 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities Take on the Kitchen Challenge for Charity

A group of 10 well-known figures are set to test their cooking skills on the upcoming season of "Worst Cooks in America: Reality Check. " The show, which airs on the Food Network, offers a $25, 000 prize for charity. Among the contestants are Amara La Negra, a singer and reality TV star from Miami,

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Jan 02 2026BUSINESS

Tesla's Slip: A New Leader in Electric Cars Emerges

Tesla, once the king of electric vehicles (EVs), has been dethroned. In 2025, it sold fewer cars than the previous year, marking a second consecutive year of decline. BYD, a Chinese automaker, took the top spot, selling more than 2 million EVs, while Tesla delivered about 1. 6 million. Several fact

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Jan 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

China's AI Leap: A New Era in Science and Tech

China has just launched a game-changing AI system that can do science all by itself. This isn't just any AI—it's connected to the country's supercomputers and can handle complex research tasks without much human help. It's a big deal because it shows how AI might change science, security, and the gl

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Jan 01 2026EDUCATION

Young Coders from Akron Shine in National Tech Showdown

Akron Public Schools (APS) has something to celebrate! Their computer science students just won big in a national competition. Led by their teacher, Sam Appleby, two teams from APS took home first and third place in the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for Ohio’s 13th Congressional District. This co

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Dec 29 2025BUSINESS

GM's Stock Soars: What's Driving the Surge?

General Motors (GM) is having a stellar year in the stock market. As of the last trading day, its shares have climbed over 55%, reaching an all-time high of more than $80 per share. This is the best performance since the company's comeback after bankruptcy in 2009. Several things are fueling this g

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Dec 28 2025SPORTS

Young Stars Shine Bright in Minnesota

The 50th World Junior Championship is underway, and it's already proving to be a thrilling showcase of young hockey talent. Minnesota, known as the "State of Hockey, " is hosting this year's event, and the home team, USA, is aiming to make history by winning their third consecutive gold medal. Team

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Dec 27 2025CRYPTO

Binance Takes the Lead in Bitcoin Futures

In a surprising turn of events, Binance has taken the top spot from CME in the world of Bitcoin futures. This shift is mainly due to a change in trading strategies and market dynamics. At the start of the year, CME was the go-to place for Bitcoin futures, with a whopping 175, 000 BTC in open intere

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