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Dec 20 2025SCIENCE

A New Era in Space Travel: The First Wheelchair User Soars Beyond Earth

Michaela Benthaus, a 33-year-old German engineer, made history by becoming the first wheelchair user to cross the Kármán Line, the boundary marking the edge of outer space. This groundbreaking journey took place aboard a Blue Origin New Shepard capsule, launching from Texas on a Saturday morning. Th

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

Japan and Central Asia Join Forces for a Brighter Future

Japan and five Central Asian countries came together for their first-ever summit. This meeting was a big deal. It happened in Tokyo and lasted two days. The countries involved were Japan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan. They all agreed on some important things. The

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Dec 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Why Sci-Fi Movies Get a Raw Deal at the Oscars

James Cameron has never been a fan of the Oscars. He thinks the Academy Awards often overlook science-fiction movies. In a chat with a film writer, Cameron said he doesn't make movies to win Oscars. He focuses on creating films that people enjoy watching. Cameron pointed out that the Oscars rarely

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Dec 20 2025SCIENCE

Space Exploration: How Nuclear Power Could Be the Key to Mars

Jared Isaacman, the new head of NASA, recently shared some exciting updates about the agency's plans for space exploration. He highlighted the importance of nuclear power in making deep space missions possible. Isaacman explained that as we venture farther from the sun, solar power becomes less reli

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Dec 20 2025SCIENCE

A New Leader for NASA: Jared Isaacman's Vision for Space Exploration

Jared Isaacman, a successful entrepreneur, has taken the reins as NASA's new chief. His journey to this role was not straightforward. Initially nominated by President Donald Trump, his nomination was withdrawn, only to be reinstated later. Isaacman is no stranger to space. He led the first all-civil

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Dec 20 2025FINANCE

Japan's Finance Minister Speaks Out on Currency Chaos

Japan's finance chief, Satsuki Katayama, has raised concerns about the yen's wild ride in the currency markets. She warned that Japan might step in if things get too crazy. This comes after the yen took a nosedive, even though the Bank of Japan had just raised interest rates. Katayama was talking t

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Dec 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Avatar 3: A Global Box Office Powerhouse

James Cameron's latest epic, "Avatar: Fire and Ash, " is making waves at the box office. The movie raked in $12 million from early preview screenings in the U. S. on its opening day. While this is impressive, it's worth noting that the second film, "The Way of Water, " had a stronger start with $17

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Dec 19 2025BUSINESS

Big Move: Japan's MUFG Invests Big in India's Shriram Finance

Japan's financial giant MUFG is making a bold play in India. They're buying a 20% piece of Shriram Finance for a whopping $4. 4 billion. This isn't just any deal—it's the biggest cross-border investment in India's financial scene yet. Why India? Well, Japan's banks have been looking abroad for grow

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Dec 18 2025SPORTS

Jake Paul's Bold Move: Taking on Anthony Joshua

Jake Paul is stepping into the boxing ring with Anthony Joshua, and it's a big deal. This isn't just another fight; it's a major challenge for Paul, who has mostly fought against easier opponents. Joshua, on the other hand, is a seasoned boxer with a strong record and a recent knockout win. Paul's

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

New NASA Boss: A Space Race with a Twist

Jared Isaacman, a wealthy businessman, is now the new leader of NASA. The Senate recently approved his appointment, ending a long and bumpy process that started over a year ago. Isaacman, who is 42, has never worked for NASA or any government agency. He is the founder of a payment company called Shi

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