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Dec 31 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Tax Deduction in Jeopardy Due to New Tax Law

The recent tax law changes by the GOP have put a significant tax break for digital assets in danger. This change affects companies that deal with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The issue is about how these digital assets are classified under the tax code. If crypto is seen as intangibl

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Dec 31 2025SCIENCE

Interstellar Object 3I/ATLAS: What's Really Happening?

A new picture of the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS has given scientists a clearer view of what's happening around it. The outer cloud of dust and gas, known as the coma, is getting thinner. Meanwhile, the inner coma is becoming more focused and bright. This change is important because it helps scient

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Dec 31 2025SCIENCE

Y86: A Tiny Helper for Happy Chickens

In the world of tiny creatures, there's a new hero for chickens. Meet Y86, a special kind of bacteria found in the guts of chickens. It's not just any bacteria, though. It's a champion at fighting off bad germs and can handle tough conditions. Y86 is a type of Lactobacillus gallinarum. Scientists f

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Dec 31 2025LIFESTYLE

Navigating Change: Expert Tips for a Smooth Transition in 2026

Change is in the air as we near the end of another year. It's a time when many people reflect on their lives, finances, and even the state of the nation. But change can be tough. So, what can we learn from experts in different fields to make this transition smoother? First, let's talk about the emo

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Dec 31 2025CRYPTO

Crypto vs. Wall Street: The Fight Ahead

The crypto world is growing fast. It's gaining more power and influence. But this success might bring new problems. Wall Street is split. Some see crypto as a threat. Others want to join in. This could lead to big fights in 2026. Citadel Securities, a big Wall Street firm, recently spoke up. They t

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Dec 31 2025FINANCE

Arkansas Ends Tax Breaks for Businesses in Designated Areas

The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration made a big change. They got rid of a rule that gave tax breaks to businesses in certain areas. These areas are called enterprise zones. The rule, known as Enterprise Zone Rule 1989-1, allowed businesses to get money back on sales and use taxes. I

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Dec 31 2025HEALTH

Why Nurses in China Face Violence at Work

Nurses in China are often victims of violence at work. This is a big problem not just in China, but all over the world. To tackle this issue, it's important to understand why it happens. A recent study looked into this problem among nurses in Sichuan Province. The goal was to find out how often it h

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Dec 31 2025OPINION

Why Meeting New People Can Change Your Mind

In a French language class, a person from Russia shared surprising views on the Ukraine conflict. They believed Ukrainian President Zelenskyy was at fault for not keeping promises to Russia. This led to a "limited, special operation" by Russia, as they saw it. The conversation was shocking, showing

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Dec 31 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI's Big Challenges for 2026: Environment, Phones, and Truth

In 2025, AI made huge strides in research, coding, and creating videos and images. It could now handle complex tasks and even plan things like vacations or order food online. But despite these advancements, we're still far from having AI that thinks like humans, known as artificial general intellige

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

A Judge's Behavior Under Scrutiny

A nonprofit group has taken a bold step. They filed a complaint against a federal judge. The judge is accused of creating a toxic work environment. This is not the first time such allegations have been made against Judge Sarah Merriam. The Legal Accountability Project, a group that supports judicia

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