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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

Hong Kong's Fire and the Crackdown on Dissent

In Hong Kong, a tragic fire recently claimed many lives, but the aftermath has sparked even more controversy. The blaze, which destroyed seven apartment buildings and killed at least 159 people, has left the city reeling. As rescuers and firefighters worked to contain the flames, authorities faced a

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Dec 03 2025FINANCE

Job Numbers Take a Dip: What's Happening to Small Businesses?

In November, the U. S. job market took a hit. Private companies let go of 32, 000 workers, and small businesses felt the pinch the most. This wasn't good news, and it was worse than experts thought it would be. Just a month before, in October, there was a small gain of 47, 000 jobs. But November's n

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

A Surprising Pardon: Trump Frees Democratic Congressman

In a move that has raised eyebrows, President Donald Trump has decided to pardon Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda. The couple had been accused of taking around $600, 000 in bribes, with the money allegedly coming from an Azerbaijani oil company and a Mexican bank. Trump anno

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

Feds Crack Down: Fear and Resistance in New Orleans and Minnesota

In New Orleans, a wave of fear is sweeping through communities as federal immigration enforcement ramps up. Mayor-Elect Helena Moreno has spoken out about the anxiety gripping the city, particularly among those who feel targeted. She has accused Customs and Border Protection of racial profiling, not

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Dec 03 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Mystery: MH370 Search Restarts After a Decade

A decade after Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 vanished, the search is back on. Ocean Infinity, a U. S. marine robotics company, is set to resume the hunt for the missing plane starting December 30. This isn't their first attempt. They previously searched for about six weeks earlier this year but calle

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Dec 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

Dead Sea Deal: Israel Aims to Balance Profit and Nature

Israel has put forward a new plan to manage the Dead Sea's mineral resources. The goal is to make more money from these resources while also protecting the environment. The current deal, held by ICL Group for 50 years, is set to end in 2030. The government wants to open this up to more companies, ho

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Dec 03 2025FINANCE

Fanatics Takes a Swing at Prediction Markets with Crypto. com

Fanatics, a big name in sports merchandise, is stepping into the world of prediction markets. They've teamed up with Crypto. com to launch a new app that lets users bet on all sorts of things, not just sports. This move is part of a bigger trend where sportsbooks are trying to attract younger audien

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Dec 03 2025SPORTS

Celebrating Cleveland's Sports Legends: A Night of Honors and Memories

Cleveland's sports scene shone bright as five new faces joined the Greater Cleveland Sports Hall of Fame. This wasn't just about celebrating athletes; it was about honoring those who've made a mark in sports and beyond. The event took place at the Urban Community School Roundstone Athletic Center, d

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Dec 03 2025HEALTH

Latvian Pet Owners and the Biobanking Puzzle

In Latvia, a quiet debate is happening among pet owners. It's about something called veterinary biobanking. This is where biological samples from pets are stored and used for research. The goal? To improve the health of animals and maybe even humans. But how much do Latvian pet owners know about thi

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

France's Fight Against Fake News Hits a Snag

In France, President Macron has been on a mission to tackle fake news and online manipulation. He's been traveling around, talking to people, and stressing the importance of fighting digital falsehoods before the next big election in 2027. But not everyone is on board with his plan. The main pushba

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