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Aug 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Exploring AI and Nuclear Weapons: A Journalist's Mission

Joshua Keating, a seasoned journalist, has been chosen for a special fellowship. This opportunity allows him to dive deep into how artificial intelligence (AI) and nuclear weapons are connected. The Outrider Foundation, along with Journalism Funding Partners, supports this initiative. Keating will

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Aug 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

Who Rules the Skies? A Look at Top Military Aircraft

The United States has been a leader in military aircraft since World War II. It has the most advanced and largest fleet of aircraft in the world. This includes fighters, bombers, transports, and helicopters. The US Air Force, Navy, Army, and Marine Corps all have advanced aircraft. They operate from

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Aug 20 2025EDUCATION

How Childhood Shapes Where You Fit In As An Adult

What makes you feel like you fit in? It turns out, your childhood plays a big role. A recent study looked at how experiences from childhood affect how connected people feel as adults. The study gathered data from over 200, 000 people across 22 different countries. It found that having a good relatio

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Aug 17 2025CRYPTO

UAE's Crypto Boom: A New Economic Powerhouse?

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is making big waves in the crypto world. Experts say it could soon become the country's second-largest industry. Why? Because the UAE has created a welcoming environment for crypto businesses. It has clear rules, a strong community of crypto leaders, and a government t

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Aug 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Unlocking the World Wide Web: See Beyond Your Screen

The internet is like a massive party where everyone chats at once. Someone might be reading sports news in a different language, while another person watches a live game from far away. In the corner, someone discusses a software update that could change everything, but they can't explain how yet. Am

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Aug 15 2025WEATHER

Heatwave Alert: Millions in the U. S. Face Dangerous Conditions

The U. S. is bracing for a severe heatwave this weekend, with a significant portion of the Eastern region under threat. By Sunday, a staggering 38 million people will be at "major" risk of heat stress, while another 7 million could face "extreme" danger, according to the National Weather Service. T

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Aug 14 2025HEALTH

Dads' Childbirth Stories: What We Know and What We're Missing

Dads play a big role in childbirth these days. But what do they really think about it? Not much is known about their experiences and views. A recent study tried to change that by looking at lots of different stories from dads around the world. Most countries now let dads be there when their babies

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Aug 09 2025POLITICS

Nagasaki Remembers: A Call for Peace 80 Years On

Nagasaki, a city in western Japan, held a solemn ceremony to remember the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing that devastated it in 1945. The event drew thousands of people, including representatives from 95 countries, to the Nagasaki Peace Memorial Park. The mayor of Nagasaki, Shiro Suzuki, used

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Aug 08 2025HEALTH

Teamwork in Tracking Health: A Simple Way to Spot Diseases Early

Spotting diseases early is a big deal. It helps save lives and keeps economies running. Many diseases jump from animals to humans. So, a team effort is needed to catch them fast. One Health is a way to do this. It involves people, animals, and the environment working together. People can help by sh

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Aug 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tiny Tech Titans: The Power of Computer Chips

Computer chips are everywhere. They are in phones, cars, and even missiles. Without them, modern life would grind to a halt. These tiny pieces of tech are now a big deal. Countries fight for control over them. They are like chess pieces in a global game. Most advanced chips come from Taiwan. A sing

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