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Nov 03 2025SCIENCE

The ISS: A Quarter-Century of Orbital Endeavors

The International Space Station (ISS) has been a hub of human activity in space for 25 years. To mark this milestone, a special two-part series is set to air, diving into the construction and the human experiences aboard the ISS. The first part of the series, airing on November 5th, will focus on t

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

Sudan's Hidden Crisis: Thousands Trapped as Violence Escalates

The situation in Sudan is getting worse. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have taken over el-Fasher, a city in the western Darfur region. This happened after a long siege that lasted 18 months. Now, people are fleeing, but not enough are making it to safety. Only a few thousand have reached the neare

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

US Strikes in Caribbean Raise Legal and Political Questions

In the Caribbean, three men lost their lives in a recent US attack on a boat suspected of drug trafficking. This incident is part of a larger campaign by the Trump administration to target vessels allegedly involved in smuggling drugs into the US. Since September, these strikes have sparked debates

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

Nigeria and the US: Teaming Up Against Terror

Nigeria is open to working with the US to tackle terrorism, but there's a catch. The country wants to make sure its borders stay intact. This comes after US President Donald Trump hinted at possible military action in Nigeria, concerned about the treatment of Christians. Nigeria's President Bola Ti

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Nov 02 2025ENVIRONMENT

Plastics from Plants: A Greener Choice?

People are looking for ways to reduce harm to the environment. One idea is to use bioplastics instead of regular plastics. These are made from plants, microbes, or even waste from farms and factories. Bioplastics are not as strong or durable as regular plastics. Scientists are working to make them

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Nov 02 2025SPORTS

Weather Wreaks Havoc on LPGA's Big Event

The Maybank Championship, a high-stakes LPGA event with a whopping $3 million prize pool, hit a snag. Play was abruptly stopped at 12:59 local time, just as the final round was about to kick off. The culprit? Bad weather, of course. The Kuala Lumpur Country Club, where the event is happening, wasn't

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Nov 02 2025OPINION

Knoxville Police: A Journey of Change and Challenges

The Knoxville Police Department (KPD) has had its share of ups and downs in recent years. It all started with reports of misconduct and a toxic culture within the force. Things got worse when a police officer shot and killed a high school student, leading to protests and demands for accountability.

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Nov 02 2025BUSINESS

West Boylston's Big Changes: Apartments, Burgers, and More

West Boylston is buzzing with new projects. A big apartment complex called Gates Brook Place is coming to town. It will have 80 units, with a quarter set aside for affordable housing. The spot is near West Boylston and Pierce streets. The project will cost over $38. 7 million. The developer, Branded

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

Iran's Bold Move: Rebuilding Nuclear Sites with a Promise

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian recently made a strong statement. He said that Iran will rebuild its nuclear facilities. He made this announcement during a visit to the Atomic Energy Organization. He also met with top officials from Iran's nuclear industry. Pezeshkian's words were clear. He said

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

US and Vietnam Strengthen Military Bonds

The United States is looking to boost its military relationship with Vietnam. This was stated by the U. S. Defense Secretary during a recent trip to Hanoi. The visit included talks with Vietnam's top defense officials. So far, the U. S. has given Vietnam several ships and training aircraft. These a

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