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Dec 27 2025ENVIRONMENT

Simple Steps to a Greener Holiday Cleanup

The holidays are over, and it's time to tidy up. But before you toss everything, think about recycling. Old electronics, wrapping paper, and even Christmas trees can find new life with a little effort. Christmas trees are a big part of the holiday. But what happens when the season ends? Many places

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

Unveiling Russia: Five Books That Challenge Our Understanding

Russia's recent years have been tough, with tight internet controls and many people charged with serious crimes. But, there's been a silver lining: new books that help us understand Russia better. Here are five books that offer fresh insights. Lana Estemirova's "Please Live: The Chechen Wars, My Mo

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Dec 27 2025CRIME

Homs Hit by Deadly Mosque Blast

A blast rocked a mosque in Syria's Homs city on a Friday. The explosion happened during prayers at the Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib mosque. Eight people lost their lives in this attack. The Syrian Interior Ministry called it a terrorist act. The explosion took place in the Wadi al-Dhahab neighborhood. Mo

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Dec 27 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Musician's Legacy: Perry Bamonte's Journey with The Cure

Perry Bamonte, a key figure in the music scene, has passed away at the age of 65. His departure was announced by The Cure, the band he was a part of for many years. The news came as a shock to fans, as Bamonte had been a vital part of the band's sound and history. Bamonte's journey with The Cure be

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Dec 27 2025WEATHER

Philly's Slippery Surprise: Snow, Sleet, and Rain Mix-Up

Philadelphia was in for a weather rollercoaster on Friday. After skipping a white Christmas, the city and nearby areas were hit with a mix of snow, sleet, and rain. This wintry mix started in the afternoon and stuck around until Saturday morning, causing messy roads and a headache for cleanup crews.

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

A Surprising Turn for a South African in the U. S.

Benjamin Schoonwinkel, a 59-year-old South African, thought he would find a new life in the United States. He had heard President Trump's words about welcoming white South Africans who felt they were being treated unfairly. So, he decided to make the journey. But things didn't go as planned. Instea

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Dec 27 2025CRIME

FBI's Shift: More Arrests, Less Crime?

The FBI is making more arrests for violent crimes now than it did last year. This is according to Kash Patel, who was the FBI director at the time. He said that under President Donald Trump's leadership, the FBI is on track to arrest over 28, 000 violent offenders. This is a big jump from the previo

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Dec 27 2025BUSINESS

A Generous Boss Shares Wealth with Employees

In a surprising turn of events, workers at a Louisiana-based company received a massive bonus just before the holidays. This generous act came after the sale of the company, Fibrebond, to Eaton for a staggering $1. 7 billion. The outgoing CEO, Graham Walker, decided to share 15% of the sale's profit

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Dec 27 2025BUSINESS

Health Stocks: A Closer Look at the Growth Trends

The healthcare sector has been making waves lately. Guardant Health is one of the companies leading the charge. Investors are taking notice. This is not just about one company, though. The entire medical stocks sector is seeing significant growth. This shift is not just a fluke. It is part of a broa

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Dec 27 2025SCIENCE

Unseen Pollution: How Industrial Revolution Affects Health

The Industrial Revolution was a big change in England. It brought new jobs and machines. But it also brought pollution. People thought only big cities had pollution. Rural areas were thought to be safe. But new research shows that is not true. Scientists studied bones from two towns. One was indust

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