WESTERN KENTUCKY

Nov 28 2025BUSINESS

Old Planes, New Problems: UPS Delays and Safety Checks

UPS has decided to keep its older planes on the ground for a while. This comes after a serious accident involving one of their McDonnell Douglas MD-11 planes. The crash happened in Louisville, Kentucky, and sadly, 14 people lost their lives. Many others were hurt. This has led UPS to take a closer look at their planes. The planes in question are quite old, averaging...

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

Putin Stands by Trump's Envoy Amidst Bias Claims

Steve Witkoff, the U. S. special envoy, is under fire for allegedly leaning too much towards Russia. But Vladimir Putin isn't having it. He thinks Witkoff is just doing his job, representing his country and leader. Putin's defense came after a leaked call between Witkoff and a Kremlin aide, Yuri Ushakov, sparked criticism. Putin, who was on a state visit to Kyrgyzst...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

A Young Life Lost in Ukraine's War: Adriana's Story

In the midst of war, a young life was tragically cut short. Adriana, a 12-year-old girl from western Ukraine, passed away nine days after a Russian strike hit her family's apartment building. Her mother did not survive the initial attack, and her sister remains hospitalized. The mayor of Ternopil, Serhii Nadal, shared his condolences, stating that Adriana is now in a...

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Nov 27 2025WEATHER

Thanksgiving Weather: Chilly but Clear Across New England

New England is in for a changeable weather pattern as Thanksgiving approaches. The region just experienced a brief warm-up, with temperatures soaring to around 60 degrees on Wednesday. This warm spell, however, is short-lived. A cold front is expected to move through overnight, bringing a chance of showers and gusty winds. By Thanksgiving Day, the weather will be qu...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

Trump's Ukraine Deal Dilemma: A Leaked Call Sparks Controversy

A recent phone call leak has stirred up quite the storm in Washington. Steve Witkoff, a key figure in the Trump administration, was caught giving advice to a top aide of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The conversation revealed Trump's eagerness to strike a deal with Russia to end the Ukraine conflict, even if it means making significant concessions. The leaked ca...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

Democrats' Future: A Tale of Two Strategies

In recent elections, Democrats saw victories in various states, but the party's path forward isn't clear. Centrist candidates won in some places, while more progressive ones triumphed elsewhere. This mix of outcomes has led to predictions about the party's future strategy. Jason Palmer, a former presidential candidate and co-founder of TOGETHER! , believes the Democ...

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Nov 27 2025SPORTS

Winter Olympics Flame's Journey Begins Under Cloudy Skies

The Olympic flame's journey to the Milan Cortina Winter Games started with a twist. Bad weather in western Greece forced the torch-lighting ceremony indoors, moving it from the ancient stadium to a nearby museum. The flame, usually lit by the sun's rays, had to rely on a backup flame from a rehearsal due to the overcast skies. Greek rower Petros Gaidatzis kicked off...

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Nov 27 2025SCIENCE

Uncovering the Hidden Truth: The Fight Against Fake Science

In the world of science, truth is everything. But what happens when the truth is twisted? Meet Mike Rossner, a molecular biologist who has taken it upon himself to expose the dark side of scientific research. Rossner is part of a growing group of experts who are on the hunt for researchers who cheat, copy, or make up their findings. His specialty? Spotting manipulate...

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Nov 27 2025CRYPTO

Korea's Big Move: Tech Giants Battle to Create Their Own Digital Money

South Korea is making big moves in the world of digital money. Two of its largest tech companies, KakaoBank and Naver, are racing to create their own type of digital currency called stablecoins. These stablecoins would be tied to the Korean won, the country's official currency. This isn't just a competition between companies; it's a big step for South Korea to reduce...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

Northern Kentucky's ICE Detainees: Who Are They Really?

Northern Kentucky is seeing a huge rise in ICE detainees, with numbers set to more than double by the end of this year. But who are these people, and why are they being held? The truth might surprise you. Most of the detainees aren't violent criminals. In fact, less than 2% have committed violent crimes. The majority are facing minor charges like traffic violations ...

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