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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

Paychecks at Risk: Student Loan Defaults Hit Hard in 2026

Starting in early 2026, some people with overdue student loans might see their paychecks shrink. The government is planning to take money directly from the wages of those who haven't paid back their loans. This move is part of a bigger effort to collect overdue payments, which began earlier this yea

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Dec 24 2025POLITICS

Farmers Win a Battle, But the War Isn't Over

Farmers across the UK are breathing a sigh of relief. The government has changed its mind about a plan to tax inherited farmland. Initially, they wanted to tax farms worth over £1 million. Now, they've raised that limit to £2. 5 million. This change came after months of protests from farmers and som

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Dec 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Aang's Journey: From Big Screen to Small Screens

The world of Avatar: The Last Airbender is buzzing with changes. Paramount and Avatar Studios have just dropped a big surprise: the upcoming animated movie about Aang and his friends won't be hitting theaters as planned. Instead, it's making a beeline for Paramount+. This shift means that "Legend o

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Dec 24 2025SPORTS

Jake Paul's Boxing Lessons: What He Learned from Anthony Joshua

Jake Paul recently stepped into the boxing ring against a much larger opponent, Anthony Joshua. The fight did not go as planned for Paul. He spent most of the early rounds trying to avoid Joshua's powerful punches. In the sixth round, Joshua landed a devastating right hand that broke Paul's jaw in t

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Dec 24 2025FINANCE

Stock Market Soars: Big Tech Leads the Way

The stock market is on a roll, with the S&P 500 reaching a new high. This is big news, especially for tech giants like Nvidia and Google. Their stocks are showing strong signals, which could mean more gains ahead. But what does this mean for regular investors? It's important to remember that past p

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Dec 24 2025CRYPTO

Russia's Changing Crypto Rules: A New Path for Investors

Russia's central bank is making a big change. They want to let regular people trade certain cryptocurrencies. But there are rules. First, people need to pass a test to show they understand the risks. Then, they can only spend up to 300, 000 rubles a year on crypto. That's about $3, 800. And all trad

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Dec 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Ukraine's Dance of Courage: Wartime Heroes Take the Stage

Ukraine's beloved dance competition, "Tantsi z zirkamy, " is making a comeback with a unique twist. This time, the spotlight is on wartime heroes who have overcome immense challenges. The show, known locally as Ukraine's version of "Dancing with the Stars, " is airing a special episode featuring per

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Dec 24 2025ENVIRONMENT

How do plants and fibers team up to make concrete better for nature?

Plants and fibers can work together to make concrete more eco-friendly. This is especially important for protecting slopes from erosion. But how exactly do they do this? And what happens when the plants die? These are the big questions scientists are trying to answer. First, let's talk about the pl

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

HSBC's Leadership Shuffle: New Chair, Old Questions

Ann Godbehere, a key figure at HSBC, is calling it quits. She's the senior independent director who led the hunt for a new chair. Her exit is set for the bank's 2026 annual meeting, citing personal reasons. This news comes hot on the heels of HSBC's long, drawn-out search for a new leader. The bank

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Dec 24 2025FINANCE

Maine's Money Mystery: Who's Watching the Cash?

Maine's counties have a lot of money, but no one is keeping track of it. This is not a small issue. It's a big problem that has been ignored for too long. Washington County is a clear example. They are missing $11 million. This is not pocket change. Other counties are in the same boat. The money wa

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