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Spotlight on ETHIAD: A New Way to Catch Bad Actors on Ethereum

December 20, 2025

Ethereum is a big deal in the world of digital money. It's used for all sorts of things like apps, new coins, and even banking without banks. But just like any popular place, it attracts some bad guys. These folks use Ethereum for shady stuff like scams, money laundering, and illegal fundraising. C

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A Tale of Theft and Consequences: The South American Theft Group's Downfall

December 20, 2025

In a recent court case, two men linked to a group known as the South American Theft Group (SATG) were given prison sentences for their part in a burglary that took place in the Grand Rapids area. The group is suspected of stealing items worth $266, 000 from a home. The two men, William David Villarr

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Unveiling More Epstein Files: What's Really Going On?

December 18, 2025

House Democrats have shared another set of photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate. These photos were given to Congress but lack context or details. The latest batch includes about 70 images. Some show famous men with Epstein, like Bill Gates and Noam Chomsky. Others show women's passports with all per

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Venezuela's Uncertain Future: Between Threats and Resilience

December 18, 2025

Venezuela is facing another wave of uncertainty, as the U. S. president threatens to block oil sales, the country's main income source. Many Venezuelans are used to economic struggles, but this new threat brings back memories of tough times. In Caracas, people like José, a retired surgeon, are takin

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Life After the Federal Job: Stories of Struggle and Resilience

December 18, 2025

Federal jobs were once seen as stable and rewarding, but under Trump's administration, things changed drastically. Many workers faced layoffs, buyouts, and a chaotic work environment. By the end of 2025, around 317, 000 federal employees will have left their jobs, according to the Office of Personne

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America's Shift: A Look at Recent Changes Under Trump

December 18, 2025

America has seen some big changes lately. The economy is doing better. Prices are going down. The border is more secure. People are earning more. But not everyone is happy. Some say the changes are not enough. Others say they are too much. The current leader took charge a while back. He found a lot

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Food Assistance Fraud: A Scheme That Stole from the Hungry

December 18, 2025

In a shocking display of greed, two men from Massachusetts were recently taken into custody for exploiting a program designed to help those in need. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, is meant to provide food assistance to low-income individuals and families. However, Antonio Bo

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Europe's Big Move: Using Russia's Frozen Money for Ukraine

December 18, 2025

Europe is thinking about using Russia's frozen money to help Ukraine. This is a big deal because it's never been done before. Some countries, like Belgium, are not happy about it. They think it's risky and might cause problems. The European Union (EU) has a lot of money from Russia frozen in its ba

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Crypto Crackdown: What the DOJ's Big Seizures Mean for You

December 18, 2025

The DOJ has been making some serious moves in the crypto world lately. They've been seizing a ton of cryptocurrency, like that $15 billion bitcoin haul in October. That's a lot of money, even more than what they got from the Bernie Madoff scandal. And they're not stopping there. They've even set up

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Troops Stay in D. C. as Court Delays Decision

December 18, 2025

A recent ruling from an appeals court has allowed National Guard troops to remain in Washington, D. C. , at least for now. This decision came after a lower court had ordered their removal by December 11th. The appeals court, which includes judges appointed by both Trump and Obama, said the Trump adm