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Dec 12 2025FINANCE

Bonds: A Year of Gains, but What Lies Ahead?

The bond market has had a good year so far, with all major sectors showing gains. Intermediate-term corporate bonds have performed the best, up 9. 0% year to date, while short-term Treasuries have risen 3. 9%, slightly ahead of inflation. This growth comes despite a volatile year marked by shifting

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Dec 12 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Market Takes a Dip Despite Fed's Rate Cut

The crypto market is not responding positively to the Federal Reserve's recent rate cut. Even though the Fed lowered interest rates, Bitcoin and Ethereum have both dropped in value. The overall market is down by 2. 25% from the previous day, totaling $3. 07 trillion. Traditional markets, like the S

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Dec 12 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Market Takes a Breather: What's Next for Bitcoin and Ethereum?

The crypto market is currently in a holding pattern. Bitcoin and Ethereum are the main focus, with investors waiting for clearer signals from central banks before making big moves. Things have been pretty stable lately. Both small and big investors are putting money into BTC and ETH, but they're no

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Dec 12 2025SPORTS

A Comeback Victory for The Citadel

The Citadel basketball team faced a tough challenge against Southern Wesleyan. They started slow, missing their first six shots and falling behind 7-0. But they didn't give up. Dante Kearse, a bench player, stepped up big time. He scored 15 points, including five 3-pointers. His performance sparked

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Dec 12 2025FINANCE

Why prediction markets are becoming the new big thing

The world of prediction markets is heating up, and it's not just because of the money. This year, the U. S. has seen a massive jump in interest, thanks to a recent court decision that cleared the way for election betting. But what exactly are prediction markets? They're platforms where people can be

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

U. S. Takes Venezuelan Oil Tanker: What's Really Going On?

The U. S. has taken control of a Venezuelan oil tanker, and they plan to keep the oil. This move is part of a bigger plan to stop illegal oil and drug trafficking. The tanker, called "The Skipper, " was seized because it was used to transport oil illegally. The U. S. says this action is not about st

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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

Speeding Up Changes: A New Approach to Economic Growth

The current administration is making a big move to cut back on rules and regulations. They believe this will help the economy grow faster. This push is part of a larger plan to boost the economy before important elections next year. The idea is to make it easier for businesses to operate. This, in

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Dec 12 2025SPORTS

Falcons and Bucs Clash: A Must-Win for Tampa

The Atlanta Falcons and Tampa Bay Buccaneers faced off on a Thursday night. The Falcons, with a record of 4 wins and 9 losses, are out of the running for the playoffs. The Bucs, on the other hand, are in a tight race. They have 7 wins and 6 losses and are tied for first place in their division with

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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

A New Visa for the Wealthy: Is It a Good Deal for the U. S. ?

The U. S. has introduced a new visa option for wealthy individuals and companies. This visa, called the gold card, allows foreigners to gain legal residency in the U. S. by paying a large sum of money. The process is much faster than traditional visas, taking only weeks instead of years. To get a g

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Indiana Senate: A Tense Day of Redistricting Debates

The Indiana Senate is in the midst of a heated debate over a redistricting bill. The atmosphere is tense, with senators and protesters alike expressing strong opinions. Sen. Chris Garten, a Republican from Charlestown, is a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump and believes the Senate should ba

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