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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

Targeted Strikes: A Look at High-Profile Russian Deaths During the Ukraine Conflict

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has seen a series of high-profile assassinations targeting Russian military officials and pro-war figures. These incidents have raised questions about the tactics and strategies employed in this shadowy aspect of the war. One of the most recent victims was Lieutenant

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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

Indiana's Map Mess: Who Won and Who Lost?

In Indiana, a big fight happened over changing the state's political maps. The Senate said no, even though former President Donald Trump wanted it done. This decision caused some big names to either gain or lose points. Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray, along with Senators Jean Leising and Greg

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Dec 22 2025EDUCATION

A University Course That Shapes Future Teachers' Views on Immigration

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a first-year education course is sparking conversations about its approach to immigration topics. The course, "Identity and Difference in Education, " includes lessons that focus on the language used to discuss immigration and the experiences of immigr

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Dec 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Sebastopol's New Year's Day Music Fix: A Hangover Helper

In Sebastopol, a unique musical event has been helping locals recover from New Year's Eve celebrations since 2019. The "Hair of the Dog" show, organized by Doug Blumer and Nancy Irish of the band Bohemian Highway, offers a mid-afternoon musical pick-me-up on January 1st. This free event has become a

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

A New Leader for WHY Brands: Ashley Gu Takes the Helm as CFO

Ashley Gu has been given a big new job at WHY Brands Inc. She is now the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This move shows that the company values her skills and experience. Gu has been with the company for a while. She started at Munchkin, a baby lifestyle brand owned by WHY Brands, in 2018. She work

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Dec 22 2025RELIGION

How Our Beliefs Shape Our View of Science

People often see the world through the lens of their beliefs. Religion or lack of it can shape how we view ourselves and others. This is not just about personal faith. It is also about how we see science and scientists. When we talk about religion, we usually think of faith. But it is more than tha

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Dec 22 2025RELIGION

Young Faith Leaders Go Digital to Reach a New Generation

In today's digital age, young Christian influencers are stepping up to guide their peers through life's toughest questions. These modern-day faith leaders, often from diverse backgrounds, are using podcasts and social media to make the Bible's teachings more relatable and accessible. Take Megan Ash

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Dec 22 2025WEATHER

California's Heavy Rainfall Leads to Tragedy and Chaos

Northern California faced severe weather over the weekend, with heavy rain, snow, and strong winds causing chaos. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued flood-related alerts across the state, warning of dangerous conditions. In Redding, Shasta County, one person lost their life due to flash floo

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Dec 22 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Big Chill: What's Next for the Crypto King?

Bitcoin's rollercoaster ride isn't over yet. A well-known expert, Jurien Timmer, who's been bullish on Bitcoin for a long time, has changed his tune. He's now warning that Bitcoin might be in for a rough patch. Why? Because Bitcoin's price tends to follow a pattern that repeats every four years. Th

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Dec 22 2025SCIENCE

Yeast Power: How Scientists Boosted d-Limonene Production

Scientists have found a way to make more d-limonene using yeast. This compound is useful in many areas like pest control, food, and medicine. The team started with a type of yeast called Saccharomyces cerevisiae. They wanted to make it produce more d-limonene. First, they looked at the enzyme that

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