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Dec 27 2025ENVIRONMENT

Colorado's Gas Pipeline Rules: Are They Strong Enough?

Colorado's recent push to tighten its rules on natural gas pipelines has sparked debate. The state's Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has backed most of the recommendations from an administrative law judge. These rules aim to strengthen the regulation of the vast network of gas pipelines crisscross

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

Fighting in Ukraine: New Village Falls, Town Holds Strong

In the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Russia claims to have taken control of a small village in the southeastern Zaporizhzhia region. Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces are holding their ground in a nearby town, despite some setbacks. Russia now controls about 19% of Ukraine's territory in the east and sout

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Dec 27 2025EDUCATION

How Different Cultures Show Love and Care

Love and care are essential for strong relationships. Yet, how much people express these feelings varies greatly around the world. A large study looked at data from 22 countries across six continents. It found that the Philippines ranked highest in showing love and care, while Japan ranked lowest. C

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

Unveiling Russia: Five Books That Challenge Our Understanding

Russia's recent years have been tough, with tight internet controls and many people charged with serious crimes. But, there's been a silver lining: new books that help us understand Russia better. Here are five books that offer fresh insights. Lana Estemirova's "Please Live: The Chechen Wars, My Mo

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Peace Plan: Can Trump and Zelensky Break the Deadlock?

The Ukraine-Russia conflict is at a standstill. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has a plan to end the war. He wants to talk about it with U. S. President Donald Trump. Trump thinks there's a chance for a deal. But he knows it's not easy. One side wants peace, but the other might not. Russia'

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

Syria and Russia: Strengthening Ties in Defense and Beyond

Syria’s top officials recently traveled to Russia for high-level talks. They met with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The main focus? Military teamwork. Syria wants to boost its army’s power. Russia, in turn, seeks to keep its strong presence in Syria. The talks covered a lot. They included defen

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

A Russian General's Sudden Death Raises Eyebrows

In Russia, a high-ranking military figure met an unexpected end on Christmas Day. Col. -Gen. Yuri Sadovenko, once a key player in the defense ministry, was found dead. The official story points to heart disease, but many are questioning this explanation. Sadovenko's career took a nosedive in May 20

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Electric Grid: A Targeted Struggle

Russia's approach to the conflict in Ukraine has been anything but straightforward. While they've had the capability to cripple Ukraine's power grid from the start, they've held back. This restraint isn't just about military strategy; it's also about politics. Russia needs to balance its actions car

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Dec 27 2025BUSINESS

SpaceX's Big Move: What Does Going Public Mean for Space Travel?

SpaceX, the company that once teetered on the edge of bankruptcy, is now considering a massive initial public offering (IPO) that could value it at up to $1. 5 trillion. This move isn't just about money; it's about the future of space exploration. SpaceX is a key player in many important missions, w

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Dec 27 2025SCIENCE

NASA's Artemis 2 Rocket Gets Patriotic Makeover for Historic Moon Mission

NASA is gearing up for its Artemis 2 mission, a big step in space exploration. This mission will send astronauts on a journey around the moon. It's a major deal because it's the first time since the Apollo days that humans will go that far into space. The rocket for this mission, called the Space L

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