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Dec 31 2025FINANCE

XORKETS FX: Building Trust Through Tough Rules

In today's fast-moving world of digital money, keeping things safe and following the rules is super important. XORKETS FX, a big name in this field, just got a special license from the US government. This license, called MSB, shows that they are serious about playing by the rules. Getting this lice

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

Latakia Locked Down After Bloody Clashes

Syria's Latakia city is under lockdown. The government ordered a curfew. It started at 5 PM on Tuesday. It will end at 6 AM on Wednesday. This happened after violent protests. Four people died. Many others got hurt. The protests were about power. The Alawite minority wants more control. They gather

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Dec 31 2025ENVIRONMENT

Cartagena's Horse Carriages Go Electric: A New Era for Tourism

Cartagena, a beautiful city in Colombia, is making a big change. It's swapping its old horse carriages for new electric ones. This shift comes after years of animal rights activists speaking up about the horses' well-being. The city's mayor, Domek Turbay, introduced the first 30 electric carriages.

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Dec 31 2025BUSINESS

Shareholders Get Extra Time to Review Important Documents

A special meeting for shareholders of Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. has been pushed back to January 22, 2026. This change was made to give everyone more time to receive and review important documents. The meeting was originally supposed to happen sooner, but there was a mix-up. The company's

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

Why Do We Sometimes Stay Silent?

In today's world, speaking up or staying quiet is a big deal. People often worry about consequences when they want to express their thoughts. This is especially true when governments or groups try to control what people say. Some places have strict rules, while others are more relaxed. Social media

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

Europe's Wake-Up Call: Time to Stand Tall

In a bold New Year's message, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged Europe to step up and protect its own interests. He warned that the continent faces serious threats, including Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine, rising global protectionism, and shifting U. S. policies. Merz highlighted that Russia

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Uncovering Syria's Hidden Truths: The Assad Regime's Dark Secrets

In Syria, the fall of the Assad regime left many questions unanswered. Over 100, 000 people disappeared into secret prisons, and their families are still searching for answers. The regime kept detailed records of arrests, which many hoped would reveal the fates of their loved ones. However, these re

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

US and Israel Clash Over West Bank Policies

In a recent meeting between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, tensions arose over Israel's actions in the West Bank. The US expressed worries about settler violence, settlement growth, and the freezing of Palestinian tax funds. The US team, including top advis

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Dec 30 2025HEALTH

How Nigerian Students Get Health Tips Online

Many students in Nigeria now turn to social media for health advice. This trend is growing fast. But how do these students really use these platforms? And what do they think about the health info they find there? A recent study tried to answer these questions. First, let's talk about why students u

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Ukraine and Russia: Who's Telling the Truth About the Drone Attack?

Russia claims Ukraine tried to hit a presidential residence with drones. Ukraine says it's a lie. Who do you believe? Russia says Ukraine sent 91 drones to attack a place called Valdai. This is a big deal because it's near Moscow. But Ukraine says it's not true. They think Russia is making things u

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