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Jan 06 2026OPINION

Tony Dokoupil's First Night: A Rocky Start for CBS Evening News

Tony Dokoupil stepped into the big shoes of CBS Evening News anchor with a bold promise. He said he would be more open and honest than the legendary Walter Cronkite. He even shared a video saying his past broadcasts often missed the mark by focusing too much on advocates and not enough on regular pe

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Jan 04 2026SPORTS

Boxing Gets a Boost: New Laws Aim to Revive the Sport

Boxing, once a global sensation, is getting a lifeline. Lawmakers are stepping in to breathe new life into the sport. They're doing this through a new law called the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act. This act updates rules from 1996. It focuses on making things better for boxers. The new la

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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

Trump's Health Under Scrutiny: What's Really Going On?

Donald Trump, now 79, has been spotted with a slight limp recently. This happened while he was walking with his wife, Melania, at Mar-a-Lago. People started talking about his health after he mentioned using compression socks for his swollen ankles and makeup to hide bruises on his hands. These bruis

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Dec 31 2025FINANCE

Market Wrap-Up: Dow Dips, Biotech Takes a Hit

The stock market is ending the year on a down note. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is lower today. Investors are reacting to some big news from the FDA. This news has caused biotech stocks to drop. It's a reminder that the market can be unpredictable. The FDA's announcement has sent shockwaves th

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Dec 30 2025BUSINESS

Sipping and Sponsoring: How Booze Brands Score Big in APAC Sports

In the world of sports sponsorships, alcohol brands are raising the stakes in the Asia-Pacific region. The scene is bustling with deals, and the numbers are eye-opening. Australian Football is leading the pack in terms of revenue, but soccer has the most sponsorship agreements. Team deals are the mo

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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 2025HEALTH

Fertility Equality: Aetna's Big Change for LGBTQ Families

Aetna, a major health insurance company, has decided to treat all couples equally when it comes to fertility care. This change comes after a legal battle that highlighted unfair treatment. For a long time, same-sex couples had to pay huge amounts of money out of their own pockets for fertility treat

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Dec 28 2025SPORTS

Enzo Maresca's Media Frustrations and Chelsea's League Struggles

Enzo Maresca, the Chelsea manager, is clearly fed up. He's tired of the same old questions and the endless media chatter. It's been weeks since he addressed an issue, yet the press keeps bringing it up. He's made it clear there are no problems, but the media keeps digging. This is a common issue in

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Dec 27 2025EDUCATION

Unwanted Guests: The Hidden Impact of Invasive Species

Creighton University is diving into a big problem. They are studying invasive species. These are plants, animals, or tiny organisms that are not from around here. They cause trouble in new places. The project aims to understand how these invaders affect local ecosystems. It is important to know how

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Dec 26 2025SCIENCE

Mars Meteorite Mystery: Perseverance Rover's Odd Discovery

On Mars, the Perseverance rover has stumbled upon something unusual. It's not from Mars at all. This rock, named Phippsaksla, is a meteorite that crashed into the red planet. While other rovers have found meteorites before, this is Perseverance's first. It's a big deal because it might not be easy t

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