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Dec 29 2025FINANCE

Silver's Wild Ride: A Rollercoaster of Gains and Losses

Silver has been on quite the journey. It recently hit a new high, crossing $80 an ounce for the first time ever. But then, it took a sudden drop, losing over 3% in a single day. Despite this, it's still up by a whopping 155% since the start of the year. That's a huge jump from just over $20 an ounce

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Dec 29 2025FINANCE

Tech Giants and Metals Drag Markets Down

The stock market is having a rough day. Big tech companies like Nvidia and Tesla are losing value, pulling the market down with them. Meanwhile, metals like silver and platinum are also taking a hit after a big rise in prices. This drop is affecting mining companies, with some losing over 6% of thei

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Dec 29 2025EDUCATION

Little Learners Groove to the Beat

In Napa, tiny tots are getting a big start in life through music. At West Park Elementary, kindergarten and transitional kindergarten kids are having a blast learning with rhythm and song. Their after-school music classes are not just about having fun, though. These sessions are packed with benefits

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Dec 29 2025EDUCATION

Building Boom: Schools and Universities on the Rise Worldwide

The world is seeing a big push in building schools and universities. Right now, there are lots of projects in the works. These projects are worth a huge amount of money: $291. 4 billion! This money is being spent in different parts of the world. North America is leading the way with the most project

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Dec 29 2025EDUCATION

The Quest for Knowledge: Building a Strong Learning Foundation

Education and research are the cornerstones of progress. They shape minds and drive innovation. But how do we ensure that what we learn and teach is solid and reliable? It's not just about gathering information. It's about digging deep, questioning, and verifying. This is where the real challenge li

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

When News Outlets Face Resistance: A Closer Look at Journalistic Challenges

In recent times, journalists have faced significant hurdles while trying to gather information for their stories. This issue became evident when reporters from a well-known investigative news organization attempted to cover a story about the Department of Education's efforts during the Trump adminis

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Dec 29 2025BUSINESS

Big Investment Move: BlackRock Boosts Stake in Umicore

BlackRock, Inc. just made a significant investment move. They recently increased their stake in Umicore, crossing the 5% threshold for voting rights. This happened on December 22, 2025, and was officially announced the next day. So, what does this mean? Well, BlackRock now has a bigger say in how U

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Dec 29 2025BUSINESS

A Business Leader's Journey: Louis Gerstner's Impact on IBM and Beyond

Louis Gerstner, a prominent figure in the business world, passed away at the age of 83. He was best known for his role as the CEO and chairman of IBM, where he made significant changes that saved the company from potential financial ruin. Gerstner joined IBM in 1993, coming from a background in cons

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Dec 29 2025EDUCATION

How Arkansas Education Funds Are Being Used in Unusual Ways

Arkansas education officials have shed light on some surprising purchases made using public funds through the state's Educational Freedom Account (EFA) program. Among the items bought were a luxury chicken coop, high-end gaming chairs, and designer clothing. The chicken coop, priced at $607. 99, was

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Dec 29 2025ENVIRONMENT

Can Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement Really Save Marine Life?

Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement (OAE) is a method that aims to reduce the effects of ocean acidification and help marine life. It's been suggested that OAE could potentially help marine creatures that make shells or skeletons out of calcium carbonate, known as marine calcifiers. However, recent studies

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