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Nov 14 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Mystery of 3I/ATLAS: A Call for Open Science

A big question is out there in space. Avi Loeb, a smart scientist from Harvard, wants NASA to show pictures of a strange object called 3I/ATLAS. These pictures were taken 40 days ago by a camera on a Mars orbiter. Many people, both scientists and regular folks, are curious about this object. They wa

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

Canada's Spy Agency Uncovers Serious Threats

Canada's top spy agency has been busy lately. They've stopped some scary plans by Iran. These plans were aimed at people living in Canada who Iran doesn't like. The agency's boss, Dan Rogers, shared this news in a rare public talk. He also mentioned that they've stopped Russia from trying to get Can

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Rewarding TSA Agents: A Closer Look at the $10, 000 Bonuses

In a surprising move, the Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, is set to reveal a significant bonus for TSA agents. This bonus, amounting to $10, 000, is aimed at recognizing those who continued their duties during the recent government shutdown. The news comes from multiple administration s

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Nov 13 2025CELEBRITIES

Ariana Grande's Close Call: A Fan's Unwanted Hug and the Heroic Response

During the Singapore premiere of \Wicked: For Good\, a fan named Johnson Wen, known online as Pyjama Man, caused a stir. He rushed towards Ariana Grande, hugging her tightly and jumping up and down. Grande looked scared, but her co-star Cynthia Erivo quickly stepped in. Erivo pushed Wen away and mad

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Nov 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Celebrity AI Scams: How to Protect Yourself from Fake Endorsements

Scammers are using AI to create fake celebrity endorsements, and it's a growing problem. A recent study found that 72% of Americans have seen a fake celebrity or influencer endorsement online. Taylor Swift is the most impersonated celebrity, followed by Scarlett Johansson, Jenna Ortega, and Sydney S

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Nov 13 2025FINANCE

The U. S. is spending its savings like there's no tomorrow

The U. S. is in a tough spot. It's spending more than it has, and the debt is piling up. Right now, the country spends about $1 trillion every year just to pay the interest on its debt. That's more than what it spends on defense. Economists say this is a big problem. They warn that the solutions tha

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Nov 13 2025OPINION

Feeding Those Who Fed Us: A Call to Action

Many people think of veterans as heroes, but what happens when these heroes can't afford to eat? Nearly 1 in 4 veterans in the U. S. live in poverty or just get by paycheck to paycheck. Even with tight budgets, they still struggle to cover basic needs like housing and transportation. Sadly, food is

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Nov 13 2025WEATHER

Mid-Missouri's Sky Show: Auroras Light Up the Night Again

The sky over Mid-Missouri is set to put on another dazzling display of the northern lights tonight. This follows a spectacular show on Tuesday night, thanks to a series of solar storms. The Space Weather Prediction Center has warned of a severe geomagnetic storm, labeled as G4, which could bring mor

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Nov 12 2025SPORTS

Giants Shake Up Quarterback Plans: Winston Steps In

The New York Giants are making some big changes at quarterback. Mike Kafka, the new interim coach, has decided that Jameis Winston will start if Jaxson Dart can't play this Sunday against the Packers. Dart, the rookie who has been doing well, is still dealing with a concussion. It looks like he won'

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Nov 12 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Gets Its First Big Rulebook in Decades

The U. S. Senate has taken a major step in regulating cryptocurrencies. A new draft bill aims to bring clarity to the crypto market. It gives the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) more power. This is a big deal because it's the first time the U. S. is trying to clearly define who oversees

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