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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

What's Up with Prices? November's Inflation Report Drops Thursday

Thursday is a big day for economists and folks keeping an eye on their wallets. That's when the latest inflation report comes out, giving us a peek at how much prices have changed. This is the first time in almost two months we're getting fresh data, thanks to that long government shutdown messing t

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Dec 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

SpaceX's Bold Move: How a Failed Launch Led to a Historic Landing

In June 2015, SpaceX faced a major setback when their Falcon 9 rocket carrying a Dragon cargo mission for NASA disintegrated mid-flight. This incident, known as the CRS-7 failure, was a significant blow to the company, especially since it had been on a roll with successful launches and lucrative con

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

A New Name for a Historic Venue

The Kennedy Center, a famous performing arts hub in Washington, D. C. , is getting a new name. It will now be called the Trump-Kennedy Center. The decision came from the center's board of trustees, who were all appointed by President Trump earlier this year. The change is said to honor President Tr

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Life After the Federal Job: Stories of Struggle and Resilience

Federal jobs were once seen as stable and rewarding, but under Trump's administration, things changed drastically. Many workers faced layoffs, buyouts, and a chaotic work environment. By the end of 2025, around 317, 000 federal employees will have left their jobs, according to the Office of Personne

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Dec 18 2025CRIME

Tragic Jet Incident in North Carolina

A small jet met with disaster shortly after it took off from Statesville, North Carolina. The incident happened just after 10:15 in the morning. The exact number of people who lost their lives is still unclear. The jet, a Cessna Citation 550, crashed while trying to land at the Statesville Regional

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

A Shortcut to Freedom for Bolsonaro?

Brazil's congress has given a boost to Jair Bolsonaro, the ex-president who was handed a 27-year prison term for plotting to overthrow the government after the 2022 elections. The new law, which has been cleared by both the lower house and the senate, could cut Bolsonaro's time behind bars significa

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

America's Shift: A Look at Recent Changes Under Trump

America has seen some big changes lately. The economy is doing better. Prices are going down. The border is more secure. People are earning more. But not everyone is happy. Some say the changes are not enough. Others say they are too much. The current leader took charge a while back. He found a lot

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Dec 18 2025HEALTH

How Early Struggles Influence Brain Growth

Early life challenges are common among children. These tough experiences can impact brain development. Scientists have found connections between hardships and brain structure in kids. However, the exact ways these struggles shape brain growth over time remain unclear. Brain development is intricate

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's President Stands Firm on NATO Aspirations

In a recent press interaction, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy made it clear that altering Ukraine's constitution to remove NATO membership as a goal is not on the table. This statement comes just days after he hinted at the possibility of setting aside this ambition in return for solid secu

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Mauritania's Migration Challenge: Dreams on Hold

Moktar Diallo's journey from Mali to Mauritania was supposed to be a stepping stone to Europe. Instead, he finds himself stuck in Nouakchott, working long hours making bricks and dodging police patrols. The dream of reaching Spain's Canary Islands by boat has become increasingly difficult due to a c

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