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Feb 27 2025POLITICS

North Korea's Troops: A New Wave to Russia

North Korea is sending more troops to Russia. This is happening even after many of its soldiers were hurt or killed in the war between Russia and Ukraine. South Korea's spy agency shared this news on a Thursday. The exact number of new troops is still unknown. But, a South Korean newspaper

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Feb 27 2025SCIENCE

Asteroid 2024 YR4: Why the Odds of Impact Keep Changing

In the vast expanse of space, scientists are keeping a close eye on asteroid 2024 YR4. This space rock, first spotted in December 2024, has been a hot topic due to its potential to hit Earth in 2032. The European Space Agency (ESA) and NASA have been tracking 2024 YR4 closely. Initially, th

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Feb 25 2025POLITICS

Federal Workers in Chaos: Musk's Email Stir

Federal employees spent Monday in a state of confusion. They were trying to figure out how to respond to a weekend email from Elon Musk. This email asked them to explain their work from the previous week or risk losing their job. The situation was chaotic. Some were told to comply, while others wer

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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

Asteroid 2024 YR4: From Scary to Safe

A space rock named 2024 YR4 was first seen on December 27, 2024. It was really big, about 131 to 295 feet wide, like a large building. At first, scientists thought it might hit Earth in 2032. But now, they say there's almost no chance of that happening. NASA and the European Space Agency both agree

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

Government Shake-Up: A Look at Job Cuts and Changes

The new government administration has started making significant changes, with thousands of federal employees losing their jobs in the first month. This isn't just happening in Washington, D. C. More than 80% of the 2. 4 million civilian federal workforce lives outside the national capital region.

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Feb 18 2025SPORTS

Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays: A Contract Deadline Missed

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays couldn't agree on a contract extension before the deadline. Guerrero Jr. has made it clear he won't negotiate during the season, so he'll be a free agent next offseason. This means he'll be entering the final year of his current contract. Guerrero Jr. mentione

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Feb 17 2025POLITICS

Whistleblower Protector Fights Back

The Trump administration is taking a bold step by asking the Supreme Court to allow the firing of the head of the federal agency tasked with protecting whistleblowers. This move comes as a surprise, given the agency's crucial role in safeguarding federal employees from retaliation. The Justice Depar

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Consumer Protector Under Fire

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is in the spotlight. Critics, including President Trump, have labeled it a wasteful agency that harms businesses. However, many Americans see it as a lifeline. The CFPB was created in 2010 to protect consumers from unfair practices by financial institu

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Feb 14 2025POLITICS

Chernobyl's Nuclear Plant Under Fire: A New Threat

In the dead of night, a Russian drone struck the damaged nuclear power plant at Chernobyl. The target was the massive concrete shelter built to keep radiation in check. This shelter, known as the New Safe Confinement, was damaged in the attack. The shelter, a marvel of modern engineering, was comple

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Feb 14 2025POLITICS

Back to the Office: EPA's Big Shift

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has made a significant change to its work arrangements. Employees who have been working remotely or from home have been given a deadline to return to the office. This decision affects a large number of workers, as the EPA has been known for its flexible work

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