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Apr 04 2025POLITICS

NATO's Tough Talk: Allies Face Uncertainty and High Costs

NATO allies are in a tough spot. The US wants them to spend more on defense. This is not new. But now, the US is pushing for a big increase. They want NATO countries to spend 5% of their GDP on defense. This is a lot more than the current target of 2%. Most NATO countries are already struggling to m

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Apr 03 2025POLITICS

NATO's New Chapter: Rubio's Brussels Visit Amidst Tensions

The diplomatic scene in Brussels was tense as Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State, arrived for a NATO foreign ministers' meeting. The atmosphere was thick with worry over the Trump administration's policies towards Europe. Key issues included the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the delicate relationshi

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Apr 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Mystery of AI's Secret Reading List

AI models are essentially smart prediction machines. They learn from vast amounts of data, like books, movies, and TV shows. When they create something, they're just pulling from what they've already seen. They don't come up with anything truly new. This is how they can write about Greek tragedies o

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Apr 01 2025SCIENCE

Training Canines to Spot Cheetah Poop: A Real-World Success Story

In the heart of Samburu County, Kenya, a unique training program took place. The goal? To teach dogs to spot cheetah poop accurately, even when surrounded by similar-looking samples from other big cats. This is no easy task. Dogs are often trained with limited samples and then expected to generalize

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

China's Military Moves: A Show of Force Around Taiwan

China's military recently announced a series of joint exercises around Taiwan. These drills involve the army, navy, air force, and rocket force, all working together from various directions. The goal is to test their ability to work as a team and to send a strong message to those who support Taiwan'

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Mar 31 2025SPORTS

Stanford Football: A New Era with Frank Reich

Stanford University is making waves in the football world with a fresh face at the helm for the 2025 season. Frank Reich, a seasoned NFL coach, has signed on for a temporary stint as the interim head coach. This move comes after a tumultuous period for the program, marked by the dismissal of former

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Myanmar's Race Against Time: Global Aid Rallies as US Lags

In the aftermath of a massive 7. 7-magnitude earthquake, Myanmar is facing a daunting task of recovery. The earthquake has left a trail of destruction, particularly in Mandalay, the country's second-largest city. The disaster's full impact is still unfolding, with the death toll already at 1, 700 an

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Myanmar's Earthquake: The Global Response and American Delay

A powerful earthquake struck Myanmar, leaving over 1, 700 people dead. The country is in desperate need of help. The earthquake hit Myanmar's densely populated central region. The death toll is expected to rise as rescue teams reach more remote areas. Many countries have stepped up to offer aid, i

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Mar 29 2025POLITICS

USAID's End: A Shift in Foreign Aid

The U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has officially been shut down. This decision came after a lengthy process of budget cuts and restructuring. The State Department will now take over many of USAID's responsibilities. This move is part of a broader effort to streamline foreign aid

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Mar 28 2025OPINION

The US: Strong but Stupid?

The US has always been a powerful country. But lately, it has been making some really dumb moves. These mistakes are not just silly. They could actually put the country in danger. Let's break it down. First, there was a big mess with a chat app. Some top officials in the Trump government were using

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