How cryptocurrency is changing politics

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December 18, 2025

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Trump aims to take down ‘global mothership’ of climate science

By moving to dismantle Colorado’s National Center for Atmospheric Research, the White House says it is targeting ‘climate alarmism’

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THE EXPLAINER

How cryptocurrency is changing politics

From electoral campaigns to government investments, crypto is everywhere and looks like it’s here to stay

quote of the day

‘I was taught that God is merciful and compassionate, and so must we be.’

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D), in a Times Union op-ed, expressing support for a bill that allows terminally ill people “searching for comfort in their final months” to end their lives with prescribed medication, after reaching an agreement to include “guardrails” in the measure

TODAY’S BIG QUESTION

Could smaller cars bring down vehicle prices?

Trump seems to think so, but experts aren’t so sure

UNDER THE RADAR

The curious history of hanging coffins

Ancient societies in southern China pegged coffins into high cliffsides in burial ritual linked to good fortune

Picture of the day

Weathering another storm

Days of intense rainfall have caused flooding in Gaza, further worsening conditions for homeless Palestinians. Floodwaters have swept through camps and informal shelters, damaging tents and personal belongings and forcing many families to move yet again.
Omar Al-Qattaa / AFP / Getty Images

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