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Nov 10 2025BUSINESS

Google's New Tool: Betting on the Future with Kalshi and Polymarket

Google is adding a new feature to its finance tools. It will now include odds from prediction platforms Kalshi and Polymarket. This move could expose millions of users to these platforms, which are facing legal challenges. Kalshi and Polymarket argue that their platforms are not gambling sites. The

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

Alaska's Investment Venture Raises Questions

Alaska's former Revenue Commissioner, Adam Crum, made a significant move in July by taking $50 million from the Constitutional Budget Reserve and placing it into a partnership with DigitalBridge. This action has sparked a debate about the need for better oversight of state investments. Governor Mike

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Nov 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tech Titans: A New Era of Influence

The United States and China are locked in a high-stakes race to control the future of technology. Both nations are using their tech industries to expand their influence around the world. The U. S. is using its advanced AI and data systems to create dependencies on American networks. China, on the ot

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Nov 01 2025CRYPTO

Trump's Crypto Connections: A Look at the Money and Power

Donald Trump's recent pardon of Binance's founder, Changpeng Zhao, has raised eyebrows and sparked debates. Zhao, who pleaded guilty to money-laundering charges, was pardoned by Trump on Oct. 23. Just five days later, Binance started promoting Trump's family crypto coins, USD1 and WLFI, on its U. S.

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Power Plays: How Louisiana's Governor Shakes Up LSU Sports

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has made a bold move by firing LSU athletic director Scott Woodward. This decision came just a day after Landry publicly declared he would not support Woodward's choice for the next football coach. Landry's strong words, including a dramatic comparison to Donald Trump,

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Oct 28 2025POLITICS

Wealthy Donors and the Military: A Slippery Slope

A recent event has sparked concerns about the influence of wealthy individuals on the U. S. military. President Trump announced that a friend, who wished to remain anonymous, had donated $130 million to cover military salaries during the government shutdown. This friend was later identified as Timot

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Oct 27 2025CELEBRITIES

A Life of Service: Remembering Thailand's Queen Mother

Thailand mourns the loss of Queen Mother Sirikit, who passed away at the age of 93. She was deeply respected for her dedication to the people and her quiet strength. Her health had been declining for some time, and she had been in the hospital since mid-October due to a serious infection. Despite th

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Big Names Fund White House Ballroom Upgrade

The White House is getting a major makeover. The project, which includes a new ballroom, is expected to cost over $300 million. The good news is that taxpayers won't be footing the bill. Instead, 37 donors are stepping up to cover the costs. These donors are a mix of big tech companies, private ind

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Louisiana's Redistricting Dilemma: Power Plays and Fair Representation

Louisiana is at a crossroads with its congressional districts. The state legislature is reconsidering the maps they approved just a few months ago. This move raises questions about fairness and representation. Across the country, states are tweaking their congressional maps. Texas, California, and

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Queen Sirikit's Legacy: A Life of Service and Influence

Queen Sirikit, the beloved queen mother of Thailand, passed away at the age of 93. Her death was announced on Friday, following a blood infection that she had been battling since October 17. Despite the best efforts of her medical team, her condition did not improve. She had been in declining health

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