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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Fed's Waller: Protecting Central Bank Independence

Christopher Waller, a Federal Reserve Governor, recently made it clear that he would strongly defend the central bank's independence if it were ever challenged by a U. S. president. Waller, who is considered a top contender to replace Jerome Powell as Fed Chair next year, shared his thoughts during

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Dec 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Franchise Favorites: What's Keeping Fans Hooked in 2025?

In 2025, Roblox took the crown as the top franchise, climbing up from the 10th spot in 2024. This shift highlights a bigger trend: fans are drawn to platforms that offer fresh content regularly. Games like Minecraft and Terraria also stayed popular, proving that interactive worlds with constant upda

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Dec 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Faith on the Big Screen: Hollywood's New Trend

Hollywood is buzzing with a new wave of films and shows that dive into faith and spirituality. This isn't just about big-name actors playing religious figures. It's about stories that resonate with people of faith, often focusing on Christianity. Shows like "The Chosen" and movies like "The Saints"

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Dec 18 2025SCIENCE

How a Mom Kestrel's Health Affects Her Eggs

Lesser Kestrels are small birds of prey that often use man-made nest boxes to raise their young. Scientists wanted to see if a female kestrel's health affects the size of her eggs. They studied this over four years in Greece. They measured the females' body condition using a special method called t

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Dec 17 2025EDUCATION

Britain's Big Move: Back to Erasmus After Brexit

Britain is making a U-turn. After leaving the Erasmus program during Brexit, it's now planning to rejoin in 2027. This decision is seen as a big win for young people, giving them a chance to study abroad without extra costs. But there's a catch. The UK will pay £570 million for the 2027/28 academic

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

Speeding Up Nuclear Power: A Risky Bet?

The nuclear power industry is buzzing with excitement. A new program, backed by the Trump administration, aims to fast-track the construction of advanced nuclear reactors. The goal? Have at least three test reactors running by July 4, 2026. This is a big deal because it's a shift from the usual slow

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Dec 17 2025TECHNOLOGY

NVIDIA's Big Move: Cutting RTX 50 Production by 40%

NVIDIA is planning to cut production of its RTX 50 series graphics cards by up to 40% early next year. This decision comes as no surprise to many, especially given the current market trends. Some people think NVIDIA is trying to control supply to keep prices high, while others believe it's a smart m

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

Ohio's Education Shake-Up: Phonics vs. Old Methods

Ohio's higher education system is facing some changes. A recent state audit found that some big-name colleges, like Cleveland State, Ohio State, and Ohio University, are still teaching old-school reading methods. These methods have been proven not to work as well as the new "science of reading" appr

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Dec 17 2025TECHNOLOGY

Kuwait's Oilfields Get a High-Tech Boost

Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) is teaming up with Baker Hughes to boost oil and gas production. The deal focuses on advanced artificial lift systems, which help get more out of existing fields. The agreement is for several years and includes electrical submersible pumps (ESPs). These pumps are crucial fo

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Dec 17 2025EDUCATION

Long Beach City College Makes History with New Bachelor's Degree

Long Beach City College (LBCC) has just been given the green light to offer its first-ever bachelor's degree. This isn't just any degree, though. It's a Bachelor of Science in Library & Information Science, making LBCC the first community college in the entire United States to offer this kind of pro

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