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Dec 14 2025CRIME

Life After the Unthinkable: Two Students Face Gun Violence Again

Two students at Brown University know all too well the terror of a school shooting. They've lived through it before. Mia Tretta was just 16 when she was shot during the 2019 mass shooting at Saugus High School. She lost her best friend that day. The shooter, a 16-year-old boy, killed two people and

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Dec 14 2025SCIENCE

The Y Chromosome: Is It Really on the Way Out?

The Y chromosome has been a hot topic in science for a long time. Some experts think it might vanish, while others believe it will stick around. This debate is important because it makes us think about how life evolves. One scientist, Jenny Graves, said the Y chromosome has lost many of its genes o

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Dec 14 2025POLITICS

How Boycotts Can Challenge Oppression

Many people think that boycotts are just about hurting businesses or countries. But they can be a powerful way to challenge unfair systems and make people aware of human rights issues. One example is the Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI). This campaign aims

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Dec 14 2025POLITICS

Gaza Faces Deadly Storms as Aid Shortages Worsen

Gaza is in deep trouble. Heavy rain and strong winds have killed 14 people, including three kids. The health boss in Gaza says the storms have made life even harder for people already struggling. Many Palestinians live in tents or temporary homes because the war destroyed their houses. These shelte

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

Gaza Faces Deadly Storms Amid Ongoing Crisis

Gaza is struggling with a deadly mix of bad weather and a long-lasting conflict. Recently, heavy rains and strong winds took 14 lives, including three young kids. The storm hit hard because many people are living in tents and makeshift homes. These shelters are no match for the harsh weather, leavin

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Dec 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Rise of Humanoid Robots: Hype or Hope?

Humanoid robots are getting a lot of attention lately. A recent gathering in Silicon Valley brought together over 2, 000 people, including top engineers from big names like Disney and Google. They showcased their latest creations and debated how to speed up this growing industry. The idea of humano

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

Narges Mohammadi: A Brave Voice in Iran's Shadow

Narges Mohammadi, a well-known human rights activist, has reportedly been arrested again in Iran. This time, it happened after she spoke out about the mysterious death of lawyer Khosrow Alikordi at his memorial service in Mashhad. The Iranian government hasn't officially confirmed her arrest yet. Ho

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

A Local Man's Fight for Freedom: Knox County's Defiance

In a surprising turn of events, a young man from Maryville finds himself caught in a legal tug-of-war. Diego Hernandez Garcia, a 24-year-old who graduated from Maryville High School and is an active member of his local church, was arrested by immigration officers. Despite a federal judge's order for

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Iran's Crackdown: Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Rearrested

Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, was recently taken into custody in Iran. This happened while she was at a memorial service for Khosrow Alikordi, a human rights lawyer who died under mysterious circumstances. The Iranian government has not yet commented on her arrest, but it's clear tha

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Justice for All? The U. S. and Its Drug War Double Standards

The U. S. has always been vocal about its fight against drugs. It talks tough on crime and claims to be a leader in the fight against drug trafficking. But recent events have raised eyebrows and sparked some serious questions. A former president of Honduras, Juan Orlando Hernández, was recently par

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