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
In a recent development, Russian President Vladimir Putin urged his military to keep advancing in the Zaporizhzhia region of southern Ukraine. This comes after a Russian commander reported that their forces were just 15 kilometers away from Zaporizhzhia city, which had over 700, 000 residents before
John Lindstrom, a seasoned political reporter, shared some unexpected views in 2025. He openly admitted he disliked Richard Nixon but still believed Nixon would make a better president than Donald Trump. This might sound shocking, especially to those who remember Nixon's controversial actions, like
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is set to meet with U. S. President Donald Trump in Florida to discuss a potential peace plan for Ukraine. This meeting comes at a critical time, as Russia has intensified its attacks, launching hundreds of missiles and drones at Kyiv and other parts of Ukrain
Plastic waste is everywhere. It's in our oceans, our rivers, and even on our beaches. The problem is growing fast. Many countries are trying to keep track of this mess. They focus on big pieces of litter, like bottles and bags. They also look at tiny bits, called microplastics. But there's a gap. Th
In the heart of Ukraine's farmlands, a museum stands as a stark reminder of a pivotal moment in history. This site, once a secret Soviet missile launch base, is now the Museum of Strategic Missile Forces. It tells the story of Ukraine's decision to dismantle its nuclear arsenal after gaining indepen
Steve Bannon and Larry Schweikart had a chat about how Trump's 2015 run shook up politics. Schweikart, a historian, shared that backing Trump early on cost him some friendships. He mentioned that many conservatives, especially those at the National Review, were against Trump's candidacy. Schweikart
Lactate is a substance your body makes during exercise or when you're sick. Doctors need to measure it to understand your health. But there's a problem: too much lactate can mess up the tests. Scientists have found a solution. They made a tiny tool, a biosensor, to measure lactate accurately. This
A temporary halt to the violence between Thailand and Cambodia has been agreed upon. Both nations have put their guns down, at least for now. The deal kicked in at noon on Saturday, with both sides promising to stop moving troops around and to keep their planes out of each other's airspace. Thailan
In a twist that has raised eyebrows, authorities in Ecuador were set to detain a man linked to a ship that the U. S. military had recently targeted. Andrés Fernando Tufiño Chila was one of just two individuals who made it out alive from the U. S. attack on a vessel suspected of drug smuggling. This
