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Dec 31 2025ENVIRONMENT

Cartagena's Horse Carriages Go Electric: A New Era for Tourism

Cartagena, a beautiful city in Colombia, is making a big change. It's swapping its old horse carriages for new electric ones. This shift comes after years of animal rights activists speaking up about the horses' well-being. The city's mayor, Domek Turbay, introduced the first 30 electric carriages.

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Dec 31 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Disney's Launchpad for Young Stars

Disney Entertainment Television has been a stepping stone for budding actors since its start in 1996. In 2026, the company will celebrate two decades of "Hannah Montana" and "High School Musical, " which launched the careers of stars like Miley Cyrus, Zac Efron, and Ashley Tisdale. Brenda Kelly Gran

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Dec 31 2025HEALTH

Shoulder Replacements and Bone Health: A Missed Check-Up?

Many women getting total shoulder replacements have weak bones, but few are checked for it before surgery. This is a problem because weak bones can lead to breaks, especially after surgery. Doctors have rules about checking bone health, but these checks aren't happening enough. Why aren't these che

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Dec 31 2025ENVIRONMENT

Green Power Duo: Algae and Cyanobacteria Team Up to Clean Up!

In a clever twist on waste management, scientists found a way to turn a problem into a solution. They used a mix of algae and cyanobacteria to clean up a messy byproduct of maize processing called nejayote. This isn't just about cleaning up, though. The team also wanted to see if they could make som

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Dec 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

NewJeans' Future Hangs in the Balance After Member Exit

The K-pop scene is abuzz with uncertainty as NewJeans, a group that has been making waves since its 2022 debut, faces a significant shake-up. The group's management company, Ador, recently announced that Danielle, one of the five members, has been let go. This decision comes amid an ongoing legal ba

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Ukraine and Russia: A Tense Standoff Over Alleged Attacks

Tensions between Ukraine and Russia have escalated following claims of a drone attack on a Russian president's residence. Russian officials have been quick to point fingers at Ukraine, but evidence is scarce. Ukrainian leaders have dismissed these allegations as baseless and part of a larger disinfo

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Dec 30 2025CRIME

Sydney's Dark December: A Look at the Bondi Beach Tragedy

In a shocking turn of events, two men from Sydney, Sajid Akram and his son Naveed, are accused of a horrifying attack during a Hanukkah festival at Bondi Beach. This incident left 15 people dead and 40 injured. The men had recently returned from a trip to the Philippines, but investigations there re

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Dec 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Unintentional Masterpiece: A Story of Art, Love, and Viral Fame

In a small town in Spain, an elderly woman named Cecilia Giménez took it upon herself to restore a fading church fresco. She meant well, but her efforts led to a result that many found less than impressive. The painting, originally a depiction of Jesus, was transformed in a way that sparked a global

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

A Judge Under Fire: Clerks Speak Out Against Alleged Abuse

A federal judge is facing serious allegations of mistreating her law clerks. The Legal Accountability Project, a group that supports law clerks, has filed a complaint against Judge Sarah Merriam of the U. S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. This is a rare move, as such complaints are usually

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

China's Big Military Show Near Taiwan

China's military flexed its muscles near Taiwan for a second day, showing off its power during drills called "Justice Mission 2025. " The People's Liberation Army (PLA) sent ships, planes, and troops to practice blocking and attacking around Taiwan, which China claims as its own. These drills cause

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