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Dec 19 2024CRIME

Mystery Bombing: Top Russian General Killed in Moscow

On a Tuesday morning, Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov, a high-ranking Russian military officer, was killed by a bomb hidden on an electric scooter outside his apartment in Moscow. The explosion, which also took the life of his assistant, was caught on camera. Kirillov was known for his role in protecting the

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Dec 19 2024SCIENCE

Earth's Moon: Older Than We Thought?

Have you ever looked up at the moon and wondered how old it is? As it turns out, scientists have been debating this for a while now. A new study suggests that the moon might be way older than we previously thought. In the past, scientists believed that the moon formed after a giant impact around 4.

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

U. S. Tech Still Ends Up in Russian Weapons

You might think that with all the rules and controls, U. S. technology wouldn't wind up in Russian hands. Surprise! It still does. A report from Senate Democrats says U. S. microchips and other equipment are being found in Russian missiles, armored vehicles, and drones. Why? The Commerce Department’

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Dec 19 2024EDUCATION

New York's Top Schools: A Battle Over 'Equity' and Testing

Imagine this: some folks in New York City are trying to change how kids get into the best public high schools. They say it's about being fair, or "equity, " but it's causing a lot of worry for families. The city's Panel for Education Policy is voting on whether to keep using a special test to get in

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Dec 19 2024ENVIRONMENT

Montana's Court Defends Youths' Right to a Clean Environment

In a significant move, Montana's highest court has backed a lower court decision that the state must consider the impact of greenhouse gases when approving oil, gas, and coal projects. This landmark ruling, supported by a 6-1 vote, asserts that Montana residents have a constitutional right to a clea

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Dec 19 2024ENVIRONMENT

Carbon Trading in China: A Closer Look

Ever wondered what's happening with carbon in China? Recently, there's been a buzz about carbon emission trading in different regions. This is a big deal because it's like a market where companies and factories can buy and sell the right to emit carbon. Sounds confusing? Well, let's break it down.

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Dec 19 2024CRIME

Gun Incidents and Chases: A Look at Recent Police Reports

In the Chicago suburbs, recent police reports reveal a mix of gun incidents, chases, and other crimes. Let’s dive into some of these incidents. In Alsip, a resident fired shots into the air, threatening two people. Police found a spent 9 mm shell but couldn’t immediately question the suspect. A fe

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Dec 18 2024ENVIRONMENT

Drones and Radioactive Material: No Connection in New Jersey Mystery

Recently, rumors suggested that drones spotted in New Jersey might be searching for missing radioactive material. However, officials have clarified that these speculations are unfounded. The mystery began when a piece of medical equipment containing a small amount of the radioactive isotope Germaniu

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Dec 18 2024SCIENCE

Backyard Dig Yields Ancient Mastodon Bones

Imagine this: you're doing some yard work and suddenly stumble upon something huge, unusual, and very old. That's exactly what happened to a homeowner in Orange County, New York. While tidying up their backyard, they found two massive teeth hidden under some plants. Intrigued, they called in experts

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Teens in Trouble: Mental Health Woes in Nigeria's Welfare and Justice Systems

In Nigeria, teens who've tangled with the law or are in the welfare system face a tough reality. Many have been through some rough stuff as kids. We're talking about things like being ignored, seeing violence, or even being hurt. This can lead to big mental health problems, like feeling super sad (d

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