Arizona is looking to boost privacy for those who give small amounts to political campaigns. Right now, anyone donating less than $100 can stay anonymous. But a new bill wants to raise that limit to $200. The idea is to shield these smaller donors from potential backlash. Why the change? The argume
Plastic is everywhere, and it's causing big problems for our planet. It's not just littering our streets and oceans; it's also tied to climate change because it's made from fossil fuels. One way to tackle this issue is by introducing a plastic tax. But how do people feel about this idea? A recent st
The final weekend of 2025 saw a massive surge in moviegoers flocking to AMC Theatres and ODEON Cinemas worldwide. Over 5. 5 million people chose to watch films at these cinemas from December 25 to December 28, making it one of the busiest weekends of the year. This surge in attendance was driven by
Baltimore's new arts office, the Mayor’s Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment (MOACE), has been running for six months, but no one can say exactly where its $2 million budget is going. This lack of clarity has raised eyebrows, especially among city officials. MOACE is in charge of big city event
A heated debate is unfolding over a potential pardon for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. U. S. President Donald Trump recently claimed that Israeli President Isaac Herzog had assured him a pardon for Netanyahu was in the works. However, Herzog's office swiftly denied this, stating no such
Quantum technology is finally stepping out of the shadows and into the spotlight. While everyone was busy talking about artificial intelligence, quantum tech was quietly making progress. The United Nations even declared 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. This year has
In a world where logic and reason rule, it's easy to forget the magic that once filled our lives. A simple elf toy brought this idea home for one parent. Their child was convinced the elf moved on its own, believing it was truly enchanted. This got the parent thinking: what else does their child fin
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
Week 17 of the NFL season was packed with excitement. Teams fought hard for division titles and playoff spots. Bettors had a lot to cheer about, especially when favorites won big. Favorites had a strong week. They won most of their games. This was a big change from earlier in the week when underdog
The cryptocurrency world is at a crossroads. The industry has seen some big wins lately, but a major hurdle remains: getting a market structure bill through the Senate. This bill is a big deal because it could finally make crypto legit in the U. S. But there's a catch—time is running out. Some insi
