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Dec 21 2025SPORTS

Chicago's Week in Review: Sports, Politics, and Surprises

Chicago's sports scene took center stage this week, with the Bears making headlines both on and off the field. The team hinted at a possible move to Northwest Indiana, citing concerns over financial backing for their planned Arlington Heights stadium. Meanwhile, the Bears are gearing up for a crucia

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Dec 21 2025CRYPTO

Crypto's Rollercoaster Ride: What's Next?

Crypto prices have been on a downhill slide for the past two months. This isn't just a small dip; it's a significant drop of about 30% since October. In total, around $1. 2 trillion has vanished from the market. But is this a cause for panic? Not necessarily. It's just a market correction, something

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Dec 20 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Groups Join Forces Across the Pond

Crypto advocacy groups are teaming up to tackle policy challenges on both sides of the Atlantic. The Digital Chamber, a leading U. S. crypto lobbying group, has welcomed CryptoUK under its umbrella. This move aims to streamline efforts as both countries work on shaping digital asset policies. The D

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Dec 20 2025CRIME

Chicago Steps Up Transit Security Amid Federal Funding Pressure

Chicago is taking action to beef up security on its public transit system. This move comes after the federal government threatened to cut $50 million in funding if crime rates don't drop. The city has increased the number of police officers and K-9 units on trains and buses. The federal government

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Dec 20 2025BUSINESS

California's Population: A Slow but Steady Comeback

California is seeing a small but steady rise in population for the third year in a row. The increase is tiny, just 0. 05%, but it's a step forward after the big drop during the pandemic. People are still leaving the state, though. More Californians moved out than moved in from other states. The onl

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Dec 20 2025EDUCATION

Chicago Schools Facing Heat Over Teacher Misconduct

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is under fire for its handling of teacher misconduct cases. A child advocate and a former student recently spoke out, urging the school board to take stronger action. Tania Haigh, president of KIDS TOO, a child advocacy group, told board members that the current approach

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Dec 20 2025SPORTS

Chris Paul's Sudden Exit: What Went Wrong with the Clippers?

Chris Paul's time with the Los Angeles Clippers ended abruptly, leaving many questions. After just 21 games, the team sent him home, shocking the NBA. Paul, a future Hall of Famer, had joined the Clippers for a final season, hoping for a smooth retirement tour. Instead, things fell apart quickly. Th

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Dec 20 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Waves: Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Others Ride the Asian Market Surge

Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum saw a boost recently. This happened as Asian markets reacted to Japan's interest rate hike. The Bank of Japan raised rates to the highest level in 30 years. This move was expected. It did not scare investors. Instead, it led to gains in Asian stocks and cry

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Dec 20 2025FINANCE

Cyprus Banks: A Stronger Future Ahead

Cyprus is making big moves in the banking world. The Bank of Cyprus just got a thumbs up from S&P Global Ratings. They changed the bank's outlook from stable to positive. This means they think the bank is doing well and will keep doing well. The bank is in a good spot because Cyprus' economy is gro

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Dec 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Dirty Water Fuels Algae Blooms: The Hidden Role of Mud and Nitrogen

Coastal areas often face pollution from too much nitrogen and organic matter. This can change how phosphorus moves around in the water. Phosphorus is a key nutrient that can cause algae blooms. Scientists wanted to see how this works in coastal areas, where conditions can change quickly. They did a

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