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Dec 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Whale on the Shore: What Happens Next?

A young fin whale washed up near Anchorage, Alaska, in November 2024. The cold weather made it hard for scientists to figure out why she died. They checked for signs of sickness, hunger, or injuries from ships but found nothing clear. The whale stayed on the shore, frozen in place, as people came to

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Dec 10 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Election Dilemma: War, Trust, and the Future

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed his willingness to hold elections within 90 days, but there's a catch. The country is under martial law due to Russia's ongoing invasion, which makes holding elections legally tricky. Zelenskyy has asked lawmakers to find a legal solution and has

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Dec 10 2025CELEBRITIES

Gwen and Blake: A Grocery Run That Shut Down Rumors

Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton recently went grocery shopping in Los Angeles. They looked happy and close, which made people think the rumors about them breaking up were not true. Stefani wore a simple white shirt, jeans, and a tan coat. She looked relaxed and stylish. Shelton wore jeans, a green s

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Dec 10 2025HEALTH

A Bold Idea to Fix Tiny Hearts

In the world of heart surgery, there was a big problem: some babies were born with hearts that couldn't pump enough blood to their lungs. This made it hard for them to get the oxygen they needed. A group of clever doctors in Italy had an idea. They thought, what if we connect a big vein to a lung ar

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Dec 10 2025WEATHER

Pacific Northwest Faces Another Round of Heavy Rain

The Pacific Northwest is gearing up for more rain. This comes after a powerful storm hit the region, causing rivers to swell, roads to close, and people to need rescue from flooded areas. By early Wednesday, some parts of the Cascade Mountains in Washington saw a lot of rain. The National Weath

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Dec 10 2025CRIME

A Cruise Turned Tragic: When Fun Went Too Far

A man's life ended tragically on a Royal Caribbean cruise. Michael Virgil, a 35-year-old from Southern California, was on a trip with his fiancée, son, and family. He had an "all you can drink" package. Over seven hours, he consumed 33 drinks. This led to a violent outburst. Virgil became aggressive

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Dec 10 2025OPINION

Letters to the Editor: A Mixed Bag of Thoughts

In the bustling city of Philadelphia, a reader expressed relief after learning about a federal law designed to protect religious institutions. The law, known as the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act, was amended to include religious sites. The reader questioned why the Department of Justice

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Dec 10 2025SPORTS

Spurs vs. Lakers: A Clash of Titans in the NBA Cup

The San Antonio Spurs and the Los Angeles Lakers are set to face off in the NBA Cup quarterfinals. This matchup is highly anticipated, with both teams bringing their A-game to the court. The Lakers have a slight edge in the season series, winning their first encounter 118-116 back in November. The S

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Dec 10 2025FINANCE

Navigating the World of Risky ETFs: A Guide for Smart Investors

The financial world is buzzing about the SEC's recent decision to block some new leveraged ETFs, especially those focused on tech and crypto. This move highlights the growing concern around complex investment products. Leveraged ETFs, which magnify gains and losses, are like powerful tools—useful in

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Dec 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Tracking Animals Can Help Fight Poaching

People are using technology to track animals. This helps them find poachers. But there is more to it. Animals can also help find poachers of other animals. For example, vultures and wolves can lead the way. Vultures are birds that eat dead animals. They can find dead animals quickly. Wolves are als

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