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Apr 12 2026FINANCE

Crypto payments to Iran: a risky move for shipping companies?

Shipping businesses thinking about using cryptocurrency to pay fees for passing through Iranian waters could be walking into a legal trap. Experts warn that such payments might count as illegal support for a sanctioned government, putting companies in violation of tough US and international laws. Th

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Apr 12 2026CELEBRITIES

Two Comedy Icons and Their Love for Hockey

Comedy legends Will Ferrell and Steve Carell share more than just a knack for making people laugh. They also share a passion for hockey. Recently, the duo showed up at Crypto. com Arena to watch the Los Angeles Kings face off against the Edmonton Oilers. Sitting side by side in Ferrell’s season seat

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Apr 12 2026CRYPTO

What’s really standing in the way of U. S. cryptocurrency rules?

Lawmakers in the U. S. are trying to create clear guidelines for cryptocurrencies, but progress is slow. Experts estimate there’s only about a one-in-three chance the new rules will pass in 2025. Some even predict the odds are closer to one in four. The main issue isn’t just about passing the rules—

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Apr 12 2026CRIME

San Francisco’s crime drop shows what smart law enforcement can do

A year ago, San Francisco wasn’t exactly known for safety. Today, the city reports the lowest crime in twenty years. The biggest drop? Car thefts fell forty-four percent. Robberies and burglaries each dropped a third. Even murder fell fifteen percent. Numbers like these usually come from big budget

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Iran-US Talks: The Sticking Points Beyond Headlines

Pakistan is playing host to yet another round of talks between Iran and the US, but this time the spotlight is on details most overlook. The real drama isn’t in the meeting rooms—it’s in the gaps between what each side says they want and what they’re willing to give up. Iran enters these talks with

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Apr 12 2026CRIME

Councilman Faces Serious Charges Over Questionable Payments to Family Business

A Los Angeles city councilmember now stands accused of serious misconduct after allegedly using his position to steer nearly a million dollars toward his wife’s firm. The charges involve redirecting taxpayer money and failing to disclose financial conflicts. Prosecutors claim the councilmember repea

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Czech Leader Stands by Hungary’s Orbán Ahead of Key Vote

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš threw his support behind Hungary’s Viktor Orbán just before Sunday’s election, calling him the right leader to handle Hungary’s challenges. Polls suggest Orbán, a long-time nationalist who often clashes with the EU and keeps close ties with Russia, might lose power

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Empty Ships, Full Claims: What’s Really Happening with U. S. Oil Tankers?

Reports say a fleet of massive oil tankers—some of the biggest in the world—are sailing toward America, but they’re traveling empty. President Trump suggested this is a smart move, claiming these ships are on their way to collect the country’s top-tier oil and gas. He even argued that the U. S. now

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Benin’s Next Leader Faces Big Promises and Bigger Challenges

Benin’s presidential race is shaping up to be less of a contest and more of a handover. Romuald Wadagni, the current finance minister, is the clear favorite to win this weekend’s election. Why? He’s backed by the ruling party, and his main rival couldn’t even gather enough support to run. That’s a b

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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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