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Dec 22 2025CRIME

A Year of Shadows: Unraveling the Taipei Attack

In a city known for its safety, a shocking event unfolded. A man, later identified as Chang Wen, took the lives of three people and injured eleven more in a brutal attack. He used knives and grenades, striking at a metro station and nearby streets before meeting his end on the fifth floor of a depar

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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

Immigration Courts See More Missing Faces: What's Going On?

In immigration courts across the U. S. , there's a growing trend: more people are not showing up for their hearings. This might seem like a small thing, but it has big consequences. When someone doesn't appear in court, the judge can order their deportation right away. This is called an "in absentia

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Dec 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Jimmy Kimmel to Share His Thoughts on Christmas Day

This Christmas, something different is happening on British TV. Jimmy Kimmel, a famous TV host from the U. S. , will give a special message on Channel 4. This is not just any message. It is the \"alternative\" Christmas message. This tradition started in 1993 as a fun way to counter the serious spee

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Dec 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Japan's Big Move: Restarting the Biggest Nuclear Plant After Fukushima

Japan is taking a big step by restarting the world's largest nuclear power plant, Kashiwazaki-Kariwa. This plant, located about 136 miles northwest of Tokyo, was shut down after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami that caused the Fukushima disaster. Since then, Japan has been trying to reduce its depend

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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

CBS News and 60 Minutes: A Clash Over a Critical Story

A recent dispute at CBS News has brought attention to the challenges of reporting on sensitive topics, especially those involving the Trump administration. The conflict revolves around a "60 Minutes" story that was pulled from the lineup just before it was set to air. The story, reported by correspo

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Dec 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Kids at Risk: Why US Pesticide Rules Need a Makeover

The U. S. has rules to keep pesticides safe, but they might not be doing enough to protect kids. These rules are based on how much a grown-up can handle, not a child. Kids are smaller and grow faster, so they might be more sensitive to these chemicals. Experts point out that kids can be exposed to

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Dec 22 2025WEATHER

California's Wet Christmas: Floods and Snow on the Menu

California is in for a soggy Christmas this year. Heavy rain and snow have already soaked the northern parts of the state. More is on the way. Flood watches are in place until Friday. Rainfall totals could hit 200-300mm in some areas. That's a lot of water! Los Angeles might see one of its wettest

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Dec 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

When Rain Ruined Christmas

The small town of Leavenworth, known for its festive holiday celebrations, faced an unexpected challenge this year. Heavy rains and strong winds disrupted the usual Christmas cheer, turning streets into rivers and forcing Santa to navigate through slush and puddles. The Pacific Northwest experience

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Lexington's Heartbeat: Tyson Plant Closure Leaves a Town in Limbo

In the heart of Nebraska, a small town is grappling with a sudden and devastating change. The Tyson Foods beef plant, a cornerstone of Lexington's economy, is shutting down, leaving 3, 200 workers without jobs. This isn't just about losing a job; it's about losing a way of life. The plant's closure

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Dec 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Texas Bitcoin Mine: A Hot Spot from Space

High above, a heat-seeking satellite has captured a striking image of a massive Bitcoin mining facility in Rockdale, Texas. This facility, one of the largest in the U. S. , is known for its enormous energy appetite, consuming as much power as 300, 000 homes. The satellite, operated by a U. K. -based

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