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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

China's New Offshore Oil Venture Takes Shape

In the vast South China Sea, a new offshore oil project has begun operations. The Xijiang Oilfields 24 Block Development Project, situated in the Pearl River Mouth Basin, is a shallow-water venture that taps into existing infrastructure from the nearby Huixi Oilfields. This project is notable for it

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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

Unseen Ships: The Growing Shadow Fleet and Its Global Impact

The world is facing a new challenge: a secret fleet of ships, often old and poorly maintained, is being used to move oil and other goods while avoiding sanctions. This fleet, known as the "shadow fleet, " is growing rapidly, especially after Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. It now includes arou

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Dec 22 2025HEALTH

Flu Season: What's Up with the New Strain?

The flu season is about to get more intense. Experts warn that a new strain, called subclade K, is making things worse. This strain popped up after the current flu vaccine was made. Even so, getting vaccinated is still the best way to stay safe. The U. K. is seeing a lot of flu hospitalizations. Th

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Dec 22 2025LIFESTYLE

Cabbage: The Underrated Star of the Kitchen

Cabbage often gets overlooked in the kitchen, but it's a versatile vegetable that can be the star of many dishes. It's used in various cuisines worldwide, from adding crunch to fish tacos to enhancing stir-fries and classic braises. To uncover the best way to cook cabbage, three culinary experts wer

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Dec 22 2025SCIENCE

How Cosmic Rays Might Make Earth-Like Planets More Common

Scientists have long thought that Earth-like planets need a rare cosmic event to form. They believed a nearby supernova explosion provided essential radioactive materials, like aluminum-26, to create planets like Earth. These materials heated early planetary building blocks, causing them to lose wat

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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

Why Did '60 Minutes' Drop a Big Story on Trump's Salvadoran Prison?

'60 Minutes' recently decided to postpone a segment about a controversial prison in El Salvador, where deportees from the U. S. are sent. This prison, known as CECOT, is a maximum-security facility that has been criticized for its harsh conditions. The show's producers stated that the segment neede

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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

Vance Speaks at Turning Point USA: A Look at the Future

JD Vance, the Vice President, wrapped up the Turning Point USA's AmericaFest convention on Sunday. He talked about faith and the "America First" idea, which got the crowd excited. Earlier in the week, Erika Kirk, who now leads Turning Point USA after her husband Charlie Kirk's passing, backed Vance

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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

A Roundabout Tells a Tale of Shifting Politics

In Leicester, a seemingly ordinary roundabout, Belgrave Circle, has become a symbol of the changing political landscape in the UK. This roundabout, built on the site of an old railway station, witnessed significant political shifts during the 2015 general election. At that time, all three parliament

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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

AI's Political Battlefield: Who Will Control the Future?

AI is not just about cool robots or smart gadgets. It's becoming a big deal in politics. A new book, "Code Red, " dives into how AI might shape the future, especially for conservatives. The book's writer, Wynton Hall, has spent over two years studying AI's ups and downs. He thinks AI will change liv

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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

Political Gathering Blends Grief and Glitz

AmericaFest, hosted by Turning Point USA, has become a mix of politics, fame, and merchandise. This year, it included a replica of the tent where founder Charlie Kirk was killed. This display stirred up mixed feelings. Some saw it as a tribute, while others found it odd to turn a tragic event into a

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