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Dec 02 2025SCIENCE

Zinc-65: Making It Easier to Produce

Zinc-65 is a special kind of zinc that is useful in medicine and industry. Scientists wanted to find the best way to make it. They looked at different methods to see which one works best. They used special computer programs to study how different particles, like protons and alpha particles, interac

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

A Senator's Bold Claim: Was a Drug Strike a War Crime?

A U. S. senator has raised serious questions about a recent military operation in the Caribbean. The strike, which took place in September, targeted a suspected drug-trafficking boat. Senator Chris Van Hollen from Maryland suggested that this action might have been a war crime. His argument hinges o

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Dec 02 2025EDUCATION

Making Medicine Easy: How One Doctor is Changing the Game

Medical school can be tough, especially when textbooks are packed with complex terms that leave students feeling lost. Dr. Sabrina Meloni noticed this problem early on. She saw that many students, even those already working in the field, struggled with the dense language used in most medical books.

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Venezuela Delays Debate on U. S. Naval Strikes

Venezuela's government has put off a special meeting to talk about setting up a team to look into recent U. S. military actions. These actions targeted boats suspected of moving drugs near Venezuela and in the Pacific Ocean. The meeting was moved to Tuesday, but no one said why it was delayed. The

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Venezuela's President Faces Tight Spot After Trump Talks

Venezuela's leader, Nicolas Maduro, is in a tough spot. He wanted to leave his country but had some big asks. He spoke with U. S. President Donald Trump last month. Trump said no to most of what Maduro wanted. Maduro asked for a clean slate. He wanted legal protection for himself and his family. He

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Money Matters: A Closer Look at a Colorado Lawmaker's Campaign Spending

A Colorado lawmaker is under the microscope for how he spent campaign cash. Rep. Ron Weinberg is being investigated for possible campaign finance rule breaks. The state's Secretary of State's Office is looking into it after another Republican lawmaker, Rep. Brandi Bradley, filed a complaint. The co

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Azerbaijan's Opposition Leader Faces Serious Accusations

In a recent development, a prominent opposition leader in Azerbaijan has been detained ahead of trial. The charges? Attempting to overthrow the president. Ali Karimli, who has been at the helm of the Azerbaijani Popular Front Party for over two decades, is now facing serious allegations. The author

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

A Guardsman's Fight for Life After Washington Shooting

A young soldier, Andrew Wolfe, is holding on tight to life after a shocking attack near the White House. He showed a thumbs-up sign and wiggled his toes when medical staff checked on him. This small sign of hope comes after a terrible event that left another Guardsman, Sarah Beckstrom, dead. The tw

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Dublin Park Name Change: A Pause in the Debate

In Dublin, a decision on whether to rename a park has been put on hold. The park currently honors Chaim Herzog, a former Israeli president who grew up in Dublin. Some people want to change the name to show support for Palestinians. They point to Herzog's past roles in Israeli military intelligence a

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Dec 02 2025LIFESTYLE

The Power of Sharing a Meal: How One Small Town Fights Loneliness

In the heart of Vermont, nestled near the Appalachian Mountains, lies a small town called Thetford. Here, a unique tradition has been bringing people together for over 60 years: the monthly potluck. This event is more than just a meal; it's a lifeline for the community, especially in an era where lo

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