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Dec 19 2025POLITICS

Bangladesh Burns: Student's Death Sparks Nationwide Protests

In Bangladesh, the death of a key student activist has set off a wave of protests. Sharif Osman bin Hadi, 32, passed away in a Singapore hospital. He had been fighting for his life since being shot in the head on December 12th. Hadi was a vocal opponent of the former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's g

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Dec 19 2025POLITICS

Trump's Rocky Mount Visit: A Closer Look at the Politics and Economy

In a move that's got everyone talking, former President Trump is heading to Rocky Mount, North Carolina. This visit comes right after the state's filing period for the 2026 elections wrapped up, and it's clear that North Carolina is a battleground state with some serious political stakes. Trump's b

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Dec 19 2025SCIENCE

A Peculiar Planet Puzzles Scientists

A planet that looks like a lemon and behaves even stranger has left scientists scratching their heads. This oddball, named PSR J2322–2650b, is not your typical planet. It's not even orbiting a normal star. Instead, it's circling a pulsar, which is the leftover core of a dead star. This pulsar is sup

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Dec 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Spy's Life: The Night Manager Returns with a Bang

The Night Manager is making a comeback, and it's not just any return. This time, it's bigger, bolder, and steamier. The show's creator, David Farr, had a dream that sparked the idea for a sequel. He saw a boy in a Colombian monastery, and suddenly, the story poured out of him. That dream turned into

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Dec 19 2025CRIME

How a Reddit User Helped Solve the Brown University Shooting Mystery

In the quiet city of Providence, Rhode Island, a tipster known only as John played a crucial role in solving the Brown University shooting case. This person's observations and quick thinking helped law enforcement identify the suspect behind the tragic events. John's story began with a chance encou

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Dec 19 2025HEALTH

Why is the US Funding a Questionable Hepatitis B Vaccine Study in Africa?

The US government is planning to spend $1. 6 million on a study in Guinea-Bissau, a country in West Africa where nearly one in five adults has hepatitis B. The study will look at whether giving the hepatitis B vaccine to newborns is safe and effective. But many researchers are calling this study une

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Dec 19 2025FINANCE

Tech Giants Strike a Deal: TikTok Gets a Stay of Execution

TikTok, the popular video-sharing app, has managed to avoid a ban in the United States. This came after a deal was struck with Oracle, a major tech company. The deal means TikTok can keep operating in the U. S. for now. Oracle's stock price went up after the news. This is a big win for TikTok and it

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Dec 19 2025CELEBRITIES

Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt's Newest Adventure: Parenthood

Pete Davidson, a well-known comedian and actor, and Elsie Hewitt, a model and actress, have just become parents. Hewitt, who is 29 years old, shared the exciting news on Instagram. She posted several photos and a video clip, announcing that their baby girl was born on December 12, 2025. The couple

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Dec 19 2025POLITICS

A New Name for a Famous Arts Center

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is getting a new name. The board of trustees decided to add President Donald Trump's name to it. Now, it's called the Donald J. Trump and The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts. New signs are being put up to show this change. Th

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Dec 19 2025POLITICS

Australia's Bold Move to Reduce Gun Violence

Australia is taking a big step to reduce gun violence. The government plans to buy back many guns from people. This comes after a recent shooting at a festival in Sydney. The attack killed 15 people and was linked to terrorism. The prime minister, Anthony Albanese, announced this plan. He also said

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