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Nov 04 2025CRIME

Safety Concerns Rise in Fells Point After Late-Night Shooting

Fells Point, a lively spot in Baltimore known for its bars and restaurants, is feeling less safe after a recent shooting. Early Sunday morning, around 1:30am, shots were fired on South Broadway Street, just as the night was winding down. This incident has left locals worried and questioning the area

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Nov 04 2025POLITICS

U. S. Pushes for UN Action on Ships Breaking North Korea Rules

The United States is preparing to ask the United Nations Security Council to penalize seven ships. These ships are accused of breaking UN rules by shipping North Korean coal and iron ore to China. This trade brings in a lot of money for North Korea each year, between $200 million and $400 million.

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Nov 04 2025HEALTH

What's Really Being Said About Tobacco Harm Reduction Online?

The conversation around tobacco harm reduction (THR) has been heating up online. It's not just health experts and activists talking anymore. Big tobacco companies and their supporters are also joining in, trying to influence what people think. Social media has become a key battleground for these di

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Nov 04 2025BUSINESS

A New Tech Leader Joins Valvoline

Valvoline Inc. has a new tech boss. His name is Hitesh Patel. He started working there right away. Patel has lots of experience in tech and keeping computers safe from hackers. He worked for other big companies before. Like Sleep Number, Advance Auto Parts, and Best Buy. He helped them with their te

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Nov 04 2025EDUCATION

Lowcountry Schools Show Mixed Results in 2025 Report

The 2025 South Carolina School Report Cards are out, and the results are a mixed bag for the Lowcountry area. The report, which looks at things like test scores, graduation rates, and how ready students are for college or careers, shows that some districts are doing better than others. Charleston C

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Nov 04 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Tiny Iron Friends Help Clean Up Plastic Mess

Plastic waste is a big problem. It doesn't just sit there; it releases hidden toxins that stick around for a long time. But there's some good news! Scientists found that tiny bits of iron in nature can help break down these toxins. These iron bits are like tiny helpers. They speed up the process of

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Nov 04 2025HEALTH

Trouble at the Top: FDA's Drug Chief Faces Uncertain Future

Dr. George Tidmarsh, the head of the FDA's drug evaluation center, is currently on leave and might quit. Why? He says the workplace is "toxic" and unfair. The FDA says they put him on leave because of concerns about his behavior. Some reports say Tidmarsh used his power to hurt a business partner.

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Nov 03 2025WEATHER

Himalayan Avalanche Claims Lives of Adventurers

In the heart of the Himalayas, a tragic event unfolded. An avalanche struck a group of climbers near the base camp of Yalung Ri mountain in Nepal's Dolakha district. The disaster occurred around 09:00 local time on a Monday, claiming the lives of at least three individuals, including a French climbe

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Nov 03 2025POLITICS

Food Aid in Crisis: Half Help and Hurdles

The government has restarted food aid payments, but there's a problem. They're only giving half of what people usually get. This is because they're using a backup fund that doesn't have enough money to cover the full amount. This all began when the government shutdown left food aid payments on hold

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Nov 03 2025CRIME

A Shocking Night on the Trains

A man is now facing serious charges after a violent night on a train in the UK. Anthony Williams, a 32-year-old from Peterborough, is accused of trying to kill 10 people during a stabbing spree. This happened on a train at Huntingdon station on a recent Saturday night. Police have also linked Willi

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