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Jul 05 2025SCIENCE

Japan's Earthquake Rumors: Science vs. Speculation

Japan is no stranger to earthquakes, but recent tremors have sparked quite a stir. Over 1, 000 quakes have shaken the Kagoshima prefecture in just two weeks. The strongest so far was a 5. 5-magnitude quake near Kyushu island. This has led to some people getting worried and even evacuating. Rumors are flying around, thanks to a comic book from 1999. It's been re-rele...

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Jul 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

Europe's Heatwave: Tourists Face Meltdown

Europe is feeling the heat, and not in a good way. Record-breaking temperatures are causing chaos across the continent. In Portugal, thermometers hit a scorching 115°F in some areas. Italy is seeing a surge in hospital visits due to heat-related illnesses, with several tragic deaths from heatstroke. Tourists are feeling the burn too. Some of Europe's most famous lan...

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Jun 30 2025POLITICS

Venice's Billionaire Wedding Sparks Debate on Inequality

In Venice, a city known for its charm and history, a big event is happening. Jeff Bezos, the wealthy founder of Amazon, is getting married to Lauren Sanchez. This wedding has caught the attention of many people, not just for the celebration, but for what it represents. Activists in Venice are not happy about the wedding. They see it as a symbol of the growing gap be...

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Apr 01 2025ENVIRONMENT

Grindavík Under Threat: Another Volcanic Eruption Strikes Iceland

Iceland's Reykjanes peninsula has been active since 2021, with the latest eruption occurring on a Tuesday morning. This event marked the 11th eruption in the area, causing the evacuation of the town of Grindavík and the popular Blue Lagoon spa. The Icelandic Meteorological Office reported an earthquake swarm around 6:30 AM near the Sundhnúkur crater row. This activi...

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Mar 21 2025POLITICS

U. S. Border Blues: Why Europe is Thinking Twice About Visiting

The U. S. is facing a tourism dilemma. Many Europeans are starting to think twice before planning a trip to the United States. Why? Because of the increasing number of reports where European travelers have been held at U. S. borders or detention centers. These incidents have left many confused and frustrated. There are no clear reasons given for these detentions. Th...

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Feb 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The White Lotus Season 3: Thailand's Tourist Hotspots Revealed

Thailand is the new hotspot for the third season of the popular series "The White Lotus". This season is set to be more intense than ever, with a cast that includes some big names and a Thai K-pop superstar. Koh Samui, Thailand's second-largest island, is where most of the action unfolds. The Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui is the main location for the ficti...

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Jan 29 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Mona Lisa Gets Its Own Spot at the Louvre

Hey there, art lovers! Did you know that the Mona Lisa is about to get its very own room at the Louvre? French President Emmanuel Macron just announced some big changes coming to the famous museum. Soon, you won't have to fight the crowds to catch a glimpse of Leonardo da Vinci's famous masterpiece. Instead, you'll be able to visit it in a special space all by itself...

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Dec 24 2024POLITICS

Bethlehem's Christmas in the Shadows of War

In Bethlehem, the town where Jesus is believed to have been born, Christmas was quieter than usual this year. The streets were empty, the festive lights were missing, and the usual crowd of tourists was nowhere to be seen. A war in nearby Gaza cast a long shadow over the holiday. Bethlehem's mayor, Anton Salman, said the town's message is always about peace and hope,...

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