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Jan 01 2026POLITICS

Iran and Venezuela's Drone Deal: US Steps In

The United States recently took action against a group of people and companies from Iran and Venezuela. These individuals and organizations are accused of helping each other with military technology. This includes making and using combat drones in Venezuela. The U. S. Treasury Department announced

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

President Trump Blocks Two Bills, Sparks Controversy

President Donald Trump recently made a bold move by vetoing two bills that had support from both Democrats and Republicans. These bills were all about improving infrastructure, but Trump said no, claiming they would cost taxpayers too much money. One of the bills, H. R. 131, was about reducing the

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Dec 31 2025BUSINESS

Chips Clash: China and Netherlands in Tech Showdown

A tech fight is heating up between China and the Netherlands. It all started when the Dutch government took control of a chipmaker called Nexperia. This company is owned by China and makes tiny but super important parts for all sorts of electronics, especially cars. The Dutch move was unexpected an

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Dec 31 2025CRYPTO

Making Sense of Crypto: How KIA is Changing the Game

In the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency, staying informed can feel like a full-time job. Enter KIA, a new AI tool designed to make navigating the crypto landscape a whole lot easier. Developed by KuCoin, this AI is not your average chatbot. It's built specifically for the crypto market, helping us

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

A Judge's Behavior Under Scrutiny

A nonprofit group has taken a bold step. They filed a complaint against a federal judge. The judge is accused of creating a toxic work environment. This is not the first time such allegations have been made against Judge Sarah Merriam. The Legal Accountability Project, a group that supports judicia

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Dec 31 2025EDUCATION

Illinois Schools: New Rules for Immigrant Kids and AI in Classrooms

In 2025, Illinois made some big changes to how schools handle immigrant students and artificial intelligence. These changes became law at the start of the new year. Immigrant students in Illinois now have more protection. A new law stops schools from asking about or sharing a student's immigration

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Dec 31 2025EDUCATION

France Takes a Stand: New Rules for Kids and Social Media

France is making big moves to protect kids from social media. Starting in 2026, kids under 15 won't be allowed to use social media. This is part of a bigger plan to keep kids safe online. The French government is also planning to ban phones in high schools. This rule is already in place for younger

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Dec 31 2025SCIENCE

Slick Surfaces: How Tiny Particles Can Help Ships Glide and Stay Ice-Free

Ships face big problems when moving through water and in cold places. They have to deal with water resistance, which slows them down, and ice buildup, which can cause accidents. Scientists have been working on ways to tackle these issues, but finding a solution that does both is tough. Recently, a

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Dec 31 2025EDUCATION

How Trump's Plan Reshaped Colleges in New England

Big changes are happening in colleges across New England. The Trump administration has been busy making changes to higher education. They've been following a plan called Project 2025. This plan suggested splitting up the Department of Education and giving its jobs to other agencies. Many of these ch

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Dec 31 2025SPORTS

Colorado's New Sports Boss Backs Coach Prime

Fernando Lovo is the new athletic director at Colorado, and he's making it clear he's got Coach Prime's back. Lovo, who recently left New Mexico, has a history of winning in football. He worked with big names like Urban Meyer and helped turn around New Mexico's football program. Lovo's not just any

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