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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Where Did the Money Go? Baltimore's Arts Office in the Dark

Baltimore's new arts office, the Mayor’s Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment (MOACE), has been running for six months, but no one can say exactly where its $2 million budget is going. This lack of clarity has raised eyebrows, especially among city officials. MOACE is in charge of big city event

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Pardon Drama: Trump and Herzog at Odds Over Netanyahu's Fate

A heated debate is unfolding over a potential pardon for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. U. S. President Donald Trump recently claimed that Israeli President Isaac Herzog had assured him a pardon for Netanyahu was in the works. However, Herzog's office swiftly denied this, stating no such

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Dec 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

Quantum Tech: The Next Big Thing After AI?

Quantum technology is finally stepping out of the shadows and into the spotlight. While everyone was busy talking about artificial intelligence, quantum tech was quietly making progress. The United Nations even declared 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. This year has

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Dec 30 2025OPINION

Finding Magic in Everyday Life

In a world where logic and reason rule, it's easy to forget the magic that once filled our lives. A simple elf toy brought this idea home for one parent. Their child was convinced the elf moved on its own, believing it was truly enchanted. This got the parent thinking: what else does their child fin

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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 2025SPORTS

NFL Week 17: Favorites Shine, Upsets Spark Drama

Week 17 of the NFL season was packed with excitement. Teams fought hard for division titles and playoff spots. Bettors had a lot to cheer about, especially when favorites won big. Favorites had a strong week. They won most of their games. This was a big change from earlier in the week when underdog

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Dec 30 2025CRYPTO

Crypto's Big Test in 2026: Can the Industry Secure Its Future?

The cryptocurrency world is at a crossroads. The industry has seen some big wins lately, but a major hurdle remains: getting a market structure bill through the Senate. This bill is a big deal because it could finally make crypto legit in the U. S. But there's a catch—time is running out. Some insi

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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 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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