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Dec 31 2025CRIME

Gaza's Urban Battle: The Impact of Israel's Explosive Tactics

In the weeks leading up to the October ceasefire, Israel introduced a new weapon to the battlefield in Gaza: M113 Armoured Personnel Carriers loaded with massive amounts of explosives. These vehicles, usually used for transporting troops, were repurposed to carry between 1 and 3 tons of explosives,

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Dec 31 2025ENVIRONMENT

Cartagena's Horse Carriages Go Electric: A New Era for Tourism

Cartagena, a beautiful city in Colombia, is making a big change. It's swapping its old horse carriages for new electric ones. This shift comes after years of animal rights activists speaking up about the horses' well-being. The city's mayor, Domek Turbay, introduced the first 30 electric carriages.

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Dec 31 2025SPORTS

Local High School Athletes Shine in 2025

2025 was a year of triumphs and setbacks, but high school athletes from Boulder, Broomfield, and Longmont areas stood out. Let's dive into some of the most unforgettable moments from the past year. In February, the swim and dive championships saw Holy Family's Lorelai Frauenfelder making history. S

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Dec 31 2025ENVIRONMENT

South Korea's Bear Bile Farming: A Step Towards Change

South Korea is finally putting an end to its controversial bear bile farming industry. This practice, which has been widely criticized, involves keeping bears in captivity to extract their bile, a substance used in traditional medicine. The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment has announced a

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Dec 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

NewJeans' Future Hangs in the Balance After Member Exit

The K-pop scene is abuzz with uncertainty as NewJeans, a group that has been making waves since its 2022 debut, faces a significant shake-up. The group's management company, Ador, recently announced that Danielle, one of the five members, has been let go. This decision comes amid an ongoing legal ba

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Uncovering Syria's Hidden Truths: The Assad Regime's Dark Secrets

In Syria, the fall of the Assad regime left many questions unanswered. Over 100, 000 people disappeared into secret prisons, and their families are still searching for answers. The regime kept detailed records of arrests, which many hoped would reveal the fates of their loved ones. However, these re

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Poland Takes Small Step for Same-Sex Couples

Poland's government has given the green light to a new bill that could change things for couples living together. This bill is about "cohabitation contracts" and it's a big deal because it could help same-sex couples get some rights in a country that hasn't been very welcoming to them. The prime mi

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Dec 30 2025FINANCE

Tech Stocks: Experts Share Their Thoughts on SYNA and ADEA

In the tech world, two companies, Synaptics and Adeia, have caught the eye of experts. These analysts are quite positive about their future. Synaptics, a tech firm, has been given a thumbs up by Northland Securities. Their analyst, Gus Richard, thinks the stock is a good buy and sees it reaching $1

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Dec 30 2025SPORTS

Sports Stories That Stole the Show in 2025

In 2025, sports stories made their way into the Arkansas Times, but not in the usual way. Unlike other media outlets that focus solely on sports, the Times only covers sports when something truly remarkable happens. This year was no different. Among the usual political and food stories, sports tales

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Brigitte Bardot: A Life of Fame, Controversy, and Activism

Brigitte Bardot, the iconic French actress and animal rights activist, passed away at her home in the south of France on Sunday morning. She was 91 years old. Bardot's death sparked a mix of tributes and controversy, reflecting her complex legacy. Her career took off in 1956 with the film "And God

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