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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

Putin's War: A Standoff with No Clear End in Sight

The peace deal for Ukraine's war has changed again. It started as a 28-point plan, then became a 19-point plan. The US and Ukraine have been talking and made some changes. Now, Ukraine says the new deal is okay, but Russia is not happy. The US is sending someone to talk to Putin about it. Putin wants Ukraine to give up some land. He thinks this war is very important...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

A New Push for Peace: U. S. Envoy to Talk with Putin

The U. S. is making another attempt to end the war in Ukraine. Steve Witkoff, the U. S. special envoy, is set to visit Moscow soon. He will discuss a peace proposal with Vladimir Putin. This meeting is part of a broader effort to find a solution to the ongoing conflict. The Kremlin confirmed the visit. Yuri Ushakov, Putin's foreign policy adviser, said that Putin wi...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

Behind the Scenes of Ukraine Talks: What Went Wrong?

A leaked phone call between a top Russian official and a U. S. envoy has stirred up quite a mess. The conversation, which took place on October 14th, involved Yuri Ushakov, a senior diplomat close to Vladimir Putin, and Steve Witkoff, Donald Trump's special envoy for peace missions. The leaked details, published by Bloomberg, have caused quite a stir. Ushakov, now 7...

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Nov 27 2025SCIENCE

How Hurrying Can Mess Up Your Jump

People often move differently when they are in a hurry. A new study looked at how rushing affects the way someone jumps on one leg. The researchers compared jumps done at a relaxed pace with jumps done quickly, under a time limit. When people had to jump fast, they did not bend their hips or knees as much. This led to a greater force on the ground and less time in t...

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Nov 27 2025SPORTS

Week 13 NFL: Surprise Wins and Close Calls

The NFL is always full of surprises. This week, some underdogs might just pull off upsets. The Dallas Cowboys, for instance, could beat the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs' defense is usually strong, but the Cowboys have shown they can score big points. So, it might be a close game, but Dallas could come out on top. The Cincinnati Bengals are another team to watch. T...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

A Judge's Challenge to ICE's Unchecked Power

In a significant legal showdown, a federal judge in Denver recently took a stand against what he saw as excessive actions by immigration authorities. Judge R. Brooke Jackson, who was appointed by President Obama, criticized Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents for conducting warrantless arrests. He argued that these actions were part of a larger issue whe...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

South Africa Left Out: A Diplomatic Snub

South Africa is in hot water with the U. S. after a public spat between their leaders. The latest move? South Africa is not on the guest list for the next G20 summit in the U. S. in 2026. This comes just days after South Africa wrapped up hosting this year's event. The U. S. president made this announcement, citing a few reasons. First, he claimed that South Africa'...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

New York City's Climate Investment Dilemma

New York City is at a crossroads. The outgoing city comptroller, Brad Lander, is pushing for a major shift in how the city's pension funds are managed. He wants to move away from BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, due to concerns about climate change. This is a big deal because BlackRock manages a huge chunk of the city's retirement money, about $42. 3 bil...

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Nov 27 2025SPORTS

A New Love Story Unfolds: Athletes Myles Garrett and Chloe Kim Share a Sweet Moment

In the world of sports, where competition and victory often take center stage, a heartwarming moment unfolded between two athletic powerhouses. Myles Garrett, a star defensive end for the Cleveland Browns, and Chloe Kim, an accomplished snowboarder, shared a tender kiss before a game. This wasn't just any game; it was a crucial match where Garrett's performance was n...

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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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