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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 30 2025CRYPTO

A Crypto Plot Foiled: Secrets, Bitcoin, and a Hidden Camera

A South Korean crypto exchange worker ended up in jail for four years. Why? They tried to sell military secrets to North Korea. The court also banned them from working in finance for the same amount of time. The worker got paid $487, 000 in Bitcoin to recruit a 30-year-old army captain. The captain

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Dec 30 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Changing Role: Is It Still Digital Cash?

Bitcoin's role in the crypto world is shifting. Some say it's moving from being a digital cash system to a long-term value holder. This idea comes from a big drop in how much Bitcoin is being used for everyday transactions. The number of active Bitcoin addresses has fallen by over 40% since 2021. T

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Dec 30 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin Buys, Big Moves, and Crypto Shifts

Big things are happening in the world of crypto. Let's dive in. First up, Strategy, a major player in the crypto game, just bought a ton of bitcoin. We're talking about 1, 229 coins, which cost around $108. 8 million. That's a lot of money! Now, Strategy owns a whopping 672, 497 bitcoins. That's a

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

El Salvador's Leader Eyes Longer Stay in Office

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele has hinted at staying in power for another decade. This comes after his recent re-election, which many see as controversial. Bukele shared his thoughts in a recent video interview. He mentioned that he had initially planned to step down in 2029. But now, he seems

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Russia's Bold Move: Ignoring Foreign Courts

Russia has taken a significant step to shield its officials and military from foreign legal actions. President Vladimir Putin signed a law that allows Russia to disregard rulings from foreign and international courts in criminal cases. This move comes as several countries and international bodies ar

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Dec 30 2025HEALTH

Eating Right: How a New App Helps Diabetics in Asia

Managing diabetes can be tough, especially when you don't have the right tools. Many apps out there focus on Western diets, but what about people in Asia? A new mobile app is stepping up to fill this gap. It's designed to help people with type 2 diabetes manage their condition better. The app is pa

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Dec 30 2025SPORTS

Kendrick Bourne: Football, Family, and Financial Incentives

Kendrick Bourne, a wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers, recently achieved a significant milestone in his career. He surpassed 500 receiving yards in a game against the Indianapolis Colts, which triggered a substantial bonus in his contract. This financial windfall came at a perfect time, as Bo

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Dec 30 2025OPINION

Harvard's New Rules: Free Speech or Just Different Limits?

Harvard University recently made big changes to its diversity and inclusion programs. This shift happened because of pressure from the Trump administration. The university's focus is now on encouraging open discussions and connections among students. The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and B

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Unfair Rules: Why Your Side Hustle Gets Checked But Welfare Fraud Doesn't

Government rules can be confusing and unfair. They want to know about every small payment you make, like splitting a bill or paying a neighbor for help. But if you make a mistake, you could get in big trouble. At the same time, they don't pay much attention to how welfare money is spent. Programs l

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