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Sudan’s civil war: A visual guide to the brutal conflict
Sudan’s civil war: A visual guide to the brutal conflict Sudan’s civil war has been ongoing for over 2.5 years, displacing millions and killing over 150,000 people, making it one of the deadliest conflicts in the world today. The conflict involves two main warring parties: the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces […]
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School shootings dropped in 2025 – but schools are still focusing too much on safety technology instead of prevention
School shootings dropped in 2025 – but schools are still focusing too much on safety technology instead of prevention Despite a decline in school shootings in 2025, schools are still prioritizing safety technology over prevention measures, which may not be effective in addressing the root causes of violence. The majority of school shooters (around 90%) […]
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Rising electricity prices and an aging grid challenge the nation as data centers demand more power
Rising electricity prices and an aging grid challenge the nation as data centers demand more power Rising electricity prices are expected to continue, with average U.S. residential electricity prices rising 7.4% from September 2024 to September 2025, and government analysts predicting prices will outpace inflation in 2026. The nation’s energy grid is facing a significant […]
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Resolve to stop punching the clock: Why you might be able to change when and how long you work
Resolve to stop punching the clock: Why you might be able to change when and how long you work Many Americans make work-related New Year’s resolutions, focusing on finding a new job or career path, but also considering how much work to do and when to get it done. The traditional 40-hour workweek has been […]
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NASA Astronaut Nick Hague Retires
NASA Astronaut Nick Hague Retires Nick Hague, a NASA astronaut, has retired from the agency after a distinguished career that included two spaceflight missions, 374 days in space, and multiple spacewalks. Hague’s first long-duration mission was Expedition 59/60, which he completed in March 2019, followed by his second mission on SpaceX Crew-9 in September 2024. […]
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More than half of coastal settlements are retreating due to climate change
More than half of coastal settlements are retreating due to climate change More than half of coastal settlements (56%) have retreated from the coast over the past 30 years due to climate change, according to a new study. The study found that regions in Africa and Oceania are leading the retreat, while communities in Asia […]
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Large trunks discovered in a basement offer a window into the lives and struggles of early Filipino migrants
Large trunks discovered in a basement offer a window into the lives and struggles of early Filipino migrants A collection of steamer trunks discovered in a California basement offers a glimpse into the lives and struggles of early Filipino migrants who worked in Hawaii’s sugar industry and later settled in California’s San Joaquin Valley. The […]
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How the ‘slayer rule’ might play a role in determining who will inherit wealth from Rob Reiner and his wife
How the ‘slayer rule’ might play a role in determining who will inherit wealth from Rob Reiner and his wife The “slayer rule” may play a role in determining who will inherit wealth from Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, as Nick Reiner, their son, has been charged with two counts of first-degree […]
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How rogue nations are capitalizing on gaps in crypto regulation to finance weapons programs
How rogue nations are capitalizing on gaps in crypto regulation to finance weapons programs Binance, a major cryptocurrency platform, has been accused of willfully ignoring anti-money-laundering controls, allowing U.S.-designated terrorist entities to launder $1 billion in cryptocurrency. Cryptocurrency is being used by rogue nations such as North Korea, Iran, and Russia to fund and purchase […]
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From record warming to rusting rivers, 2025 Arctic Report Card shows a region transforming faster than expected
From record warming to rusting rivers, 2025 Arctic Report Card shows a region transforming faster than expected The Arctic is transforming faster than expected, with record warming, rusting rivers, and wildfires becoming more frequent. The region is experiencing a dramatic shortening of the snow season, sea ice is thinning and melting earlier, and wildfire seasons […]
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As DOJ begins to release Epstein files, his many victims deserve more attention than the powerful men in his ‘client list’
As DOJ begins to release Epstein files, his many victims deserve more attention than the powerful men in his ‘client list’ The US Department of Justice has released some documents from Jeffrey Epstein’s files, but critics argue that more attention should be given to his victims than the powerful men on his “client list”. The […]
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You care about fairness at work – so why do you feel like a fake?
You care about fairness at work – so why do you feel like a fake? According to research, 1 in 5 people who want to support marginalized groups experience the impostor phenomenon, feeling like they’re not good enough despite having the skills to be effective allies. The impostor phenomenon can lead to higher anxiety and […]
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Young, undocumented immigrants are finding it increasingly hard to attend college as South Carolina and other states restrict in-state tuition or ban them altogether
Young, undocumented immigrants are finding it increasingly hard to attend college as South Carolina and other states restrict in-state tuition or ban them altogether Young undocumented immigrants are facing increasing barriers to attending college due to state restrictions on in-state tuition or bans on attendance altogether. The Trump administration’s aggressive deportation policies have heightened stress […]
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Whether Netflix or Paramount buys Warner Bros., entertainment oligopolies are back – bigger and more anticompetitive than ever
Whether Netflix or Paramount buys Warner Bros., entertainment oligopolies are back – bigger and more anticompetitive than ever The proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. by Netflix or Paramount would lead to the resurgence of entertainment oligopolies, making it harder for consumers and creatives. The history of Hollywood’s oligopolies dates back to the 1920s, when studios […]
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What’s at stake in Trump’s executive order aiming to curb state-level AI regulation
What’s at stake in Trump’s executive order aiming to curb state-level AI regulation President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Dec. 11, 2025, aiming to supersede state-level AI regulations that the administration views as a hindrance to innovation in AI. The executive order calls for the creation of an AI litigation task force to […]
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What’s the best way to ship holiday gifts?
What’s the best way to ship holiday gifts? Before shipping holiday gifts, ensure they can withstand a 12-inch drop to prevent damage. Shipping directly from the retailer is often the best choice, as products are designed to withstand parcel delivery and companies are responsible for damage. The most environmentally responsible packaging options currently include corrugated […]
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US oil industry doesn’t see profit in Trump’s ‘pro-petroleum’ moves
US oil industry doesn’t see profit in Trump’s ‘pro-petroleum’ moves The US oil industry is skeptical about President Trump’s “pro-petroleum” moves, despite his efforts to promote domestic fossil fuel production. The financial picture around oil and gas drilling is not promising, with declining oil prices reducing the attractiveness of many drilling investments and unconfirmed reserves […]
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Trump administration’s immigrant detention policy broadly rejected by federal judges
Trump administration’s immigrant detention policy broadly rejected by federal judges The Trump administration’s immigrant detention policy has been rejected by federal judges in over 350 cases across the US, with 350 challengers prevailing and 160 different judges sitting in about 50 different courts. The policy, which classifies virtually all undocumented immigrants as “applicants for admission” […]
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The Ivies can weather the Trump administration’s research cuts – it’s the nation’s public universities that have the most to lose
The Ivies can weather the Trump administration’s research cuts – it’s the nation’s public universities that have the most to lose The author argues that while Ivy League universities may face challenges from federal research funding cuts, public universities have more to lose due to their reliance on federal funds. The Trump administration’s cuts are […]
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Tariffs 101: What they are, who pays them, and why they matter now
Tariffs 101: What they are, who pays them, and why they matter now Tariffs are taxes on imports of goods, usually to protect domestic industries from import competition, and are imposed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The burden of tariffs often falls on consumers, who may see prices increase as companies pass on the […]
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Sharks and rays get a major win with new international trade limits for 70+ species
Sharks and rays get a major win with new international trade limits for 70+ species Over 100 million sharks and rays are killed each year for food, liver oil, and other trade, leading to a 70% decline in global populations since the 1970s. The Convention of International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) has agreed to […]
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Parents call for New York governor to sign landmark AI safety bill
Parents call for New York governor to sign landmark AI safety bill A group of over 150 parents has sent a letter to New York governor Kathy Hochul urging her to sign the Responsible AI Safety and Education (RAISE) Act without changes. The RAISE Act, which passed in June, requires large AI model developers like […]
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Pacific Moisture Drenches the U.S. Northwest
Pacific Moisture Drenches the U.S. Northwest Pacific Northwest region experienced heavy rainfall in early December 2025, resulting in landslides and flooding due to a potent atmospheric river. The atmospheric river originated from near the Philippines, approximately 7,000 miles away, and brought moisture that was not typical for the region, highlighting the unpredictability of weather patterns. […]
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Outside the West, the Kundalini tradition presents a model of the ‘divine feminine’ beyond binary gender
Outside the West, the Kundalini tradition presents a model of the ‘divine feminine’ beyond binary gender The Kundalini tradition presents a model of the divine feminine beyond binary gender, offering an escape from oppressive gender norms. In this tradition, Shakti is a divine feminine energy that manifests in the human body as the electrifying force […]
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Netflix-Warner deal would drive streaming market further down the road of ‘Big 3’ domination
Netflix-Warner deal would drive streaming market further down the road of ‘Big 3’ domination The streaming market is expected to become dominated by three major players: Netflix, Amazon, and Disney, following Netflix’s planned acquisition of Warner Bros. for $72 billion. The “Big Three” model has historically applied to various industries, including auto manufacturing, defense, cellphone […]
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NASA Works with Boeing, Other Collaborators Toward More Efficient Global Flights
NASA Works with Boeing, Other Collaborators Toward More Efficient Global Flights NASA has partnered with Boeing to develop an advanced system for sharing trajectory data between aircraft and support systems, aiming to improve information flow and reduce delays. The partnership involves testing a data communication system on a United Airlines 737-8, which flew over 2 […]
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NASA Astronaut Jonny Kim to Discuss Eight-Month Space Station Mission
NASA Astronaut Jonny Kim to Discuss Eight-Month Space Station Mission NASA astronaut Jonny Kim will hold a news conference on December 19 to discuss his recent eight-month mission aboard the International Space Station. Kim, along with Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritsky, completed 3,920 orbits of the Earth during their nearly 104-million-mile journey. During […]
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Merry Jewish Christmas: How Chinese food and the movies became a time-honored tradition for American Jews
Merry Jewish Christmas: How Chinese food and the movies became a time-honored tradition for American Jews Chinese food has become a staple of many Jewish American traditions on Christmas Day, with some restaurants even offering kosher-style dishes to cater to observant Jews. Jewish Christmas traditions are not necessarily a sign of Americanization, but rather a […]
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How keeping down borrowing costs for mortgages and other loans is built into the Fed’s ‘dual mandate’
How keeping down borrowing costs for mortgages and other loans is built into the Fed’s ‘dual mandate’ The Federal Reserve’s dual mandate includes promoting maximum employment and stable prices, but it also has a third objective: moderate long-term interest rates. The third mandate was originally part of the Fed’s goals in the 1977 Federal Reserve […]
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How crime in Brazil drags down the economy and heaps economic pain on the nation’s poor
How crime in Brazil drags down the economy and heaps economic pain on the nation’s poor Brazil’s “criminal economy” is estimated to cost around $239 billion to $275 billion annually, or 12% to 14% of Brazil’s GDP, with a significant portion attributed to contraband, tax evasion, and environmental crime. The true cost of violence in […]
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