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Apr 27 2026CRYPTO

Western Union’s New Digital Dollar Could Speed Up Global Transfers

Western Union, the 175‑year‑old money‑transfer giant, is ready to launch its own stablecoin, a digital dollar that could change how it moves money worldwide. The company said the coin, called USDPT, will be issued through Anchorage Digital and run on the Solana blockchain. The launch is expected nex

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Apr 25 2026OPINION

A Clear Path to Peace: Fixing Iran’s Nuclear Talk with Rules, Not Guns

Iran and the world face a tense moment over nuclear worries. Many think war could solve it, but history shows that fighting only adds danger and makes the problem bigger. The real fix lies in stronger laws, honest talks, and tighter checks on nuclear work. The main rulebook is the Treaty on the Non

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

How the US and EU plan to shake up the minerals trade

Western powers are stepping up their game to reduce their heavy reliance on a single player for vital raw materials. The United States and the European Union have just signed a fresh deal to work together on securing supplies of critical minerals. These minerals are the backbone of modern industries

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Apr 18 2026CRYPTO

Iran’s Bitcoin experiment: Can crypto bypass oil sanctions?

Iran is testing a bold idea: charging oil tankers in Bitcoin to dodge US sanctions. The plan targets the Strait of Hormuz, where one-fifth of the world’s oil passes. Instead of dollars or local currency, ships might pay fees in BTC. But how practical is this? Experts debate whether Bitcoin’s speed

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Apr 18 2026ENVIRONMENT

Mississippi River’s Changing Flow: What’s Endangering Wisconsin’s Waters?

Western Wisconsin’s rivers and streams are facing growing problems, and experts warn the situation could get worse. Heavy rains and melting snow don’t just fill up creeks—they carry pollution, dirt, and even salt from roads straight into the Mississippi River. That extra water isn’t always harmless.

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

The Petrodollar Still Holds Strong, But Iran’s Moves Raise Questions

Iran keeps control of the Strait of Hormuz and lets a few ships pass for payment in yuan or crypto. The U. S. Navy plans to clear mines there, showing the route is still a point of tension. The U. S. dollar remains the main currency for buying oil worldwide, and analysts say that gives it a big a

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Apr 11 2026CRYPTO

Iran Considers Bitcoin Fees for Oil Ships

Iran may start charging oil tankers a fee in Bitcoin to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The waterway is very important because it carries about one‑fifth of the world’s crude oil. The country wants to keep control over this narrow channel and use it as leverage in its dealings with other natio

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Apr 08 2026POLITICS

Who Controls the Strait? Iran’s New Toll Plan Sparks Global Concern

Iran is pushing a bold idea in ongoing war talks: charging ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway that connects the Persian Gulf to the open ocean. This strait isn’t just any route—it’s a global lifeline. Roughly one-fifth of the world’s oil moves through here, along with food

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

Iran Calls for Action After Power Plant Attacks

Iran’s nuclear chief wrote a letter to the director of the International Atomic Energy Agency, saying that the agency has not done enough to stop attacks on its only working nuclear power plant. He pointed out that the Bushehr plant has been hit four times, with a recent strike on April 4 killing

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Iran's medical crisis grows as war disrupts aid and supplies

Iran faces a growing healthcare emergency as months of conflict strain medical resources. Over 21, 000 people have been injured since late February when airstrikes began, with more than 1, 900 fatalities reported by international aid groups. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent

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