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Dec 27 2025WEATHER

Columbia's Christmas Heatwave: A Look Back and Forward

In 2025, Columbia, South Carolina, experienced a Christmas Day that felt more like summer than winter. The temperature soared to 79 degrees, tying a record that had stood since 1955. This heatwave was not just a one-day event; it was part of a trend. The National Weather Service predicted that the w

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Dec 26 2025CRIME

Unraveling the Mysteries of Edmond Safra's Tragic End

The recent Netflix documentary, Murder in Monaco, dives into the bizarre and tragic story of Edmond Safra, a billionaire banker who met a mysterious end in 1999. The documentary has quickly climbed the Netflix charts, sparking curiosity and debate among viewers. Edmond Safra was a wealthy private b

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Dec 26 2025EDUCATION

AI in Schools: A Double-Edged Sword for Learning

AI is shaking up schools, and not everyone is happy about it. Some places, like New York City, have banned AI tools like ChatGPT, worried about cheating and bad info. But across the river, Franklin School in Jersey City is all in. They use AI to help teachers and make learning more fun. The school's

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Dec 26 2025SCIENCE

Mars Meteorite Mystery: Perseverance Rover's Odd Discovery

On Mars, the Perseverance rover has stumbled upon something unusual. It's not from Mars at all. This rock, named Phippsaksla, is a meteorite that crashed into the red planet. While other rovers have found meteorites before, this is Perseverance's first. It's a big deal because it might not be easy t

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Dec 26 2025ENVIRONMENT

Florida's Hidden Green Treasures

Florida is famous for its theme parks and beaches, but it also has a lot of protected areas. About 67% of southern Florida is covered by national and state parks. That's around 3. 5 million acres of land and water south of Lake Okeechobee. Most people don't realize this when they visit Orlando or th

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Dec 26 2025OPINION

Christmas Through the Ages: A Journey of Love and Hate

Christmas is a time of joy, but it's also a time of reflection. It's a time to think about the past and the present. It's a time to think about the good and the bad. It's a time to think about love and hate. The holiday season is a time of giving and receiving. It's a time of family and friends. It

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

A Call for Justice: Afghan Exiles in Iran Face Deadly Threats

In Iran, two former Afghan military leaders were recently shot dead. This has sparked outrage and fear among Afghan refugees. Many believe the Taliban is behind these killings. The Afghanistan Freedom Front, a group opposing the Taliban, has accused the Taliban of targeting former Afghan soldiers.

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Algeria Takes a Stand Against Its Colonial Past

Algeria's lawmakers have taken a bold step. They voted to label France's colonization as a crime. This move aims to right past wrongs. It seeks restitution for items taken during France's 130-year rule. France, however, sees this law as a threat. They call it a "hostile act. " Despite this, both co

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Dec 25 2025CELEBRITIES

Kanye and Bianca's Quiet Night at the Ballet

Kanye West and Bianca Censori chose a unique way to celebrate Christmas Eve. They attended a showing of the classic ballet "The Nutcracker" in Los Angeles. The couple stayed for the entire performance, enjoying the festive atmosphere. Bianca wore a stylish fur coat, while Kanye sported his signatur

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Dec 25 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Past: Seven Historical Puzzles That Still Baffle Us

Science has come a long way in solving historical mysteries. We can now extract DNA from old bones, map hidden cities, and even peek inside sealed artifacts without opening them. But some puzzles remain unsolved. Nature and time have wiped out crucial clues. Or maybe the events themselves are just t

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