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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

Trump's Ukraine Peace Plan Sparks Outrage Among American Volunteers

American volunteers aiding Ukraine's defense against Russia are furious about a recent peace proposal linked to Donald Trump. They see it as a surrender to Russia and a betrayal of Ukraine's fight for independence. Many Americans have been in Ukraine since the war began, helping with military training and other support. They are mostly Republicans, which makes Trump...

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Nov 27 2025CRIME

Hong Kong's Deadly High-Rise Fire: What Went Wrong?

A massive fire tore through a high-rise apartment complex in Hong Kong's Tai Po district, leaving at least 36 people dead and 279 unaccounted for. The blaze, which started in the Wang Fuk Court complex, quickly spread, trapping residents in their homes. Police have arrested three individuals on suspicion of manslaughter, raising questions about the building's safety...

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Nov 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

How Mercy Ships and Tech Partners Bring Healthcare to Remote Areas

Mercy Ships is on a mission to bring advanced healthcare to some of the most remote places in the world. They use two large hospital ships, the Global Mercy and the Africa Mercy, to serve low-income communities in Africa. These ships are like floating cities, with over 800 people on board, including medical staff, families, and volunteers. The ships dock in areas whe...

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Nov 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

Merging Minds: How Science and Indigenous Knowledge Can Work Together

Science and indigenous knowledge have been around for ages. Science uses experiments and data to understand the world. Indigenous wisdom, on the other hand, comes from living closely with nature and seeing everything as connected. Rosa Vásquez Espinoza is a scientist with indigenous roots. She is doing something unique. She is blending modern science with indigenous...

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Nov 24 2025ENVIRONMENT

Florida's Gentle Giants Seek Warmth as Winter Approaches

Florida's manatees, often called sea cows, are on the move as winter nears. These gentle giants can't handle cold water. When temperatures drop below 68 degrees, they head to warmer spots. Power plant outlets and rivers become their winter homes. Manatees are strict vegetarians. They munch on sea grass for food. In winter, finding these underwater fields means trave...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Turkey's Erdogan Reaches Out to Putin for Ukraine Peace Talks

Turkish President Erdogan is set to have a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday. The main topics will be peace efforts in Ukraine and the Black Sea grain deal. Turkey is in a unique position. It's a NATO member but has good relations with both Ukraine and Russia. This has allowed it to play a role in peace talks. Turkey hosted three rou...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Allies Gather to Discuss Trump's Controversial Peace Plan

High-level meetings are happening in Geneva, Switzerland, to talk about how to end the war in Ukraine. This is happening just before a deadline set by US President Donald Trump. He gave Ukraine until Thursday to respond to his 28-point peace plan. This plan has been criticized because it asks Ukraine to give up a lot, like territory and the chance to join NATO. West...

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

A Family's Heartbreak in Ukraine's War

In the midst of Ukraine's ongoing conflict, a man named Ihor Cherepanskyi faced a devastating reality. His great-grandmother, a constant source of love and comfort, was trapped in their burning apartment building. The building, located in western Ukraine, had been struck by Russian missiles. Ihor, 37, rushed to the scene, hoping to find his great-grandmother, Valent...

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

U. S. Eyes Tough Measures to Safeguard Nigerian Christians

The United States is exploring ways to push Nigeria into taking stronger steps to protect its Christian communities. This includes potential sanctions and increased military cooperation. A top U. S. official recently shared this plan with lawmakers, highlighting concerns over religious freedom in Nigeria. Nigeria has faced criticism from the U. S. President, who has...

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Nov 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

Endangered Species Protections: A Shift in Policy

The Trump administration has recently suggested changes to the rules that protect endangered species. These changes aim to loosen the regulations that were strengthened under the Biden administration. The goal is to make things easier for businesses, as Trump has often criticized what he sees as excessive federal regulations. The Interior Department explained that t...

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