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Dec 02 2025BUSINESS

A New Leader for Star Entertainment

Star Entertainment, a big name in Australia's casino world, has a new boss. The company announced that Mathieson Jr. is stepping into the chair role. This change comes after Anne Ward decided to leave her position. Star Entertainment has been going through a tough time. They've been dealing with a

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Dec 02 2025SCIENCE

Old Irish Remedies: When Science Meets Faith

In the early 20th century, a big collection of old Irish folk remedies was put together. These remedies were used to treat all sorts of illnesses. The people who used them were mostly from the countryside and were born between 1850 and 1925. Some of these remedies were pretty unusual. They involved

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

North Korea's Hidden Faith: A Fight for Belief

North Korea's government claims it has won its fight against religion, but a recent report tells a different story. A survey of defectors found that almost everyone agrees: practicing religion openly is impossible. The country is officially atheist, but its constitution says people can believe what

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Dec 01 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Crash: Bitcoin Drops Below $85, 000

The crypto market is in a slump. Bitcoin, the most well-known cryptocurrency, has dropped below $85, 000. This is a big deal because just a few months ago, it was worth over $126, 000. That's a loss of about 33% in just eight weeks. This isn't just happening to Bitcoin. Other companies related to c

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Dec 01 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Market Takes a Big Hit: What's Going On?

Crypto prices have been dropping fast. Bitcoin, the most famous one, fell below $85, 000. This is a big deal because it was worth over $126, 000 just a few weeks ago. That's a loss of about a third of its value in just eight weeks. It's not just Bitcoin. Other crypto-related companies are also feel

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Dec 01 2025CRIME

A Family Torn Apart: The Tragic Case of Ryan Al Najjar

In a shocking case that highlights the dangers of extreme cultural clashes, a young woman's life was cut short by her own family. Ryan Al Najjar, an 18-year-old Syrian woman living in the Netherlands, was allegedly killed by her father and two brothers because they disapproved of her lifestyle. The

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Dec 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Rise of One-Sided Online Connections

In 2025, the Cambridge Dictionary named \'parasocial\' its Word of the Year. This term describes the bond people feel with celebrities, influencers, or even AI, despite never meeting them. It’s like having a friendship with someone who doesn’t know you exist. The idea of parasocial relationships is

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Dec 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Laughs and Controversy: The Book of Mormon Hits Little Rock

The Book of Mormon is coming to the Robinson Center this weekend. Shows are on Friday at 7:30 p. m. and Saturday at 2 p. m. and 7:30 p. m. Tickets range from $36 to $153. This musical has won nine Tony Awards. It has been running on Broadway for a long time. But it is still very bold and funny. The

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Dec 01 2025RELIGION

Why Are Fewer People Trusting Religion Today?

People today are less trusting of religion than they used to be. This isn't just about recent scandals or bad news. It's been happening for a long time. Back in 1973, only 16% of Americans had little trust in religion. But by 2024, that number jumped to 35%. This drop in trust isn't just about reli

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Dec 01 2025POLITICS

China's Growing Threat to Religious Freedom and Global Security

China's government is cracking down hard on different religions. They are targeting Christians, Muslims, and Buddhists. This includes locking up religious leaders, tearing down places of worship, and banning religious activities. They say they are doing this for "Sinicization" and state security, bu

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