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Dec 27 2025CRIME

Russia's Youth: A Growing Wave of Violence and Its Roots

In Russia, a troubling trend is unfolding. Young people are committing serious crimes at an alarming rate. This surge in violence is not happening in a vacuum. It is linked to the country's focus on war and the release of convicted criminals. Experts point to a dangerous mix of factors. The glorifi

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Dec 27 2025BUSINESS

Who Really Runs Coast Entertainment Holdings?

Coast Entertainment Holdings Limited, listed on the ASX as CEH, has a diverse group of shareholders. The biggest players here are institutional investors, who own 59% of the company. This means they have a significant say in how the company is run and can greatly influence its stock price. Institut

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Dec 26 2025CELEBRITIES

Barron Trump: From Campus Oddity to White House Resident

Barron Trump, the youngest son of former President Donald Trump, has made quite a shift in his college life. He started at NYU's Stern School of Business in New York but has since moved to the D. C. campus. This change came with some interesting perks and challenges. At first, Barron was a bit of a

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Texas Schools and the Voucher Program: A Clash of Values

Texas is taking a hard look at its new school voucher program. Officials want to make sure that taxpayer money doesn't end up supporting schools with questionable ties. The Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program is set to launch soon, offering families up to $10, 474 per child for private s

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Dec 25 2025POLITICS

Central African Republic's Leader Eyes Another Term Amidst Controversy

The Central African Republic (CAR) is gearing up for a big vote. President Faustin-Archange Touadera is aiming for a third term. He's got some strong backing from Russia and Rwanda. Plus, he's made deals with rebel groups. This has helped calm things down a bit in the country. Touadera is up agains

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Dec 25 2025POLITICS

Redrawing the Lines: Politics and Power in 2025

In 2025, the political landscape saw a significant shift due to the efforts of former President Donald Trump. He urged Republican-led states to redraw congressional maps, aiming to secure more seats for his party in the House of Representatives. This move intensified the practice of partisan gerryma

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Dec 25 2025CELEBRITIES

A Luxury Advent Calendar Surprise for Becca Bloom

Becca Bloom, a well-known influencer, has been sharing her family's extravagant Christmas traditions with her 5 million TikTok followers. This time, her husband, David Pownall, surprised her with a lavish gift on day 22 of her advent calendar. In a video posted on December 23, Bloom is seen lying i

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Dec 24 2025LIFESTYLE

Pets: The Tiny Dictators of Our Lives

Pets do not have hands, but they are experts at getting their way. They have a unique ability to influence our decisions and habits. For example, many people allow their pets to sleep in their beds, often ending up with less comfortable spots. When it comes to social outings, pets often dictate the

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Dec 24 2025OPINION

A Closer Look at the Idaho Freedom Foundation's Christmas Card

The Idaho Education Association (IEA) is a group that works to improve public schools. They help teachers and school staff get fair pay and good working conditions. The IEA has been doing this for a long time and is still very effective. But there is a group called the Idaho Freedom Foundation (IFF

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

Billionaire's Big Bet: Changing the Game of Giving

Larry Ellison, a tech billionaire, is making waves with a huge $40 billion promise. He's backing his son's plan to take over Paramount. This isn't your typical charity donation. It's a new way of giving where billionaires use their money to shape industries instead of just writing checks. Ellison's

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