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Oct 31 2025SCIENCE

China's New Space Team: A Mix of Firsts and Familiar Faces

China just sent a new crew to its space station, Tiangong. This mission, called Shenzhou-21, is pretty special. It's carrying three astronauts, or taikonauts as China calls them, and something even more unusual: four live mice. This is the first time China has sent mammals to space. The crew includ

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Oct 31 2025SCIENCE

A Cosmic Visitor's Journey: Unraveling the Secrets of 3I/ATLAS

A mysterious traveler from beyond our solar system, known as 3I/ATLAS, has just made its closest approach to the sun. This comet, which originated far away, is now on a path that will take it out of our cosmic neighborhood, but not before giving astronomers a few more months to study it. The comet,

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Lawmakers Clash Over Military Strikes and Transparency

Lawmakers are upset about the lack of information on recent military strikes. Democrats say they were not given enough details about the strikes on suspected drug boats. They claim the Trump administration is not being open about the reasons for these strikes. At a recent meeting, Democrats were no

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Air Traffic Woes: How the Government Shutdown is Messing Up Your Flights

The U. S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is currently facing a tough time. They are struggling to manage flights at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. The reason? Not enough air traffic controllers are showing up to work. This is all happeni

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Oct 30 2025WEATHER

Jamaica's Coastline: Before and After Hurricane Melissa

Hurricane Melissa left a trail of devastation across the Caribbean, with Jamaica bearing the brunt of its fury. The storm, a powerful Category 5 hurricane, made its first landfall on the island, causing widespread destruction. Satellite images reveal the stark contrast between the vibrant coastline

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Oct 30 2025HEALTH

Early Cannabis Use: A Risky Start to Adulthood

Starting cannabis use before turning 15 can lead to serious health problems later in life. This is what a recent study has found. It shows that those who begin using cannabis at a young age are more likely to keep using it frequently. They also face a higher risk of developing both mental and physic

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Oct 30 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's New Admissions Rule: What's Changing and Why?

Harvard University has recently instructed its alumni interviewers to steer clear of mentioning an applicant's race, ethnicity, religion, or national origin in their reports. This new rule is part of a broader shift in the university's admissions process, aimed at complying with recent legal develop

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Oct 30 2025SPORTS

Missouri's Big Sports Betting Kickoff: What You Need to Know

Missouri is about to join the sports betting scene, and it's a big deal. Starting December 1, 2025, folks in Missouri who are 21 and older can bet on sports both online and in person. This is a game-changer for sports fans in the state. The Missouri Gaming Commission (MGC) is the boss here, making

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Oct 30 2025WEATHER

Stormy Thursday Ahead: What to Expect

A storm is on its way to southeastern PA and NJ, bringing a lot of rain and wind. The weather will change from the nice days we've had recently. Expect heavy rain and strong winds on Thursday. The rain will start overnight and last most of the day. By Thursday night, the storm will move out, and the

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

A Shift in Artistic Vision at the White House

The White House has recently removed six members from the U. S. Commission of Fine Arts. This group usually gives advice on the design of federal buildings, monuments, and even coins. The commission has been around for over a century, since 1910. It has had a hand in shaping important landmarks like

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