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Dec 05 2025SCIENCE

Teen's Science Passion Could Win Big Prizes

Ryan Zhao, a 17-year-old from Basking Ridge, is making waves in the science world. He's one of 30 global semi-finalists in the Breakthrough Junior Challenge. This contest rewards students who create videos explaining complex science ideas. Ryan's video is about Noether's Theorem. This theorem expla

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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

Gavin Newsom and Halle Berry: A Clash Over Menopause Care

Gavin Newsom, California's governor, recently found himself in a public disagreement with actress Halle Berry. The issue? A menopause health bill that Newsom vetoed twice. Berry, known for her advocacy, didn't hold back. She criticized Newsom during a speech at the New York Times' DealBook Summit, s

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Dec 05 2025FINANCE

Cobalt Prices Skyrocket, U. S. Defense Agency Reevaluates Stockpile Plans

The U. S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is taking a step back to rethink its cobalt purchasing strategy. With cobalt prices surging by 50% since August, the agency is now reassessing its plans to stockpile this crucial metal. The DLA's initial tender, which aimed to purchase 7, 480 metric tons of c

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Dec 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

Ukraine's Drone Pilots: The Unseen Heroes of Modern Warfare

In a quiet corner of Ukraine, far from the battlefield, a secret training ground prepares warriors for a different kind of fight. This is where drone pilots, both soldiers and civilians, learn to master the art of flying First-Person-View (FPV) drones. These small but powerful drones have become cru

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Dec 04 2025SPORTS

Chris Paul's Brief Return to the Clippers: What Went Wrong?

Chris Paul's time with the LA Clippers ended abruptly. It all came to a head during a late-night meeting in Atlanta. The Clippers' president, Lawrence Frank, called Paul to discuss their issues. Paul had planned to attend a game at his old college, Wake Forest, but changed his plans. He went to an a

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Political Parties and Priorities: A Closer Look

Politics in America often seems like a game where parties put their own interests first. Both Democrats and Republicans have been accused of this, and it's not hard to see why. The recent debate about party loyalty versus national interest has sparked some heated discussions. One letter from Novemb

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Dec 04 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A-List Chats: Who's Talking to Who in Variety's New Season

Variety's Actors on Actors series is back with its 23rd season, and it's packed with some serious star power. This time, the show is moving to CNN, giving viewers more ways to catch these exclusive interviews. The season kicks off with a bang on December 5, featuring Ariana Grande and Adam Sandler.

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

South Africa Takes a Step Back from G20 Under Trump

South Africa is taking a pause from the G20 while the U. S. holds the presidency. This comes after the U. S. decided not to invite South Africa to join in. The U. S. took over the G20 leadership recently, even though they skipped the summit hosted by South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa in Johan

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Dec 04 2025BUSINESS

U. S. Job Cuts Drop in November, but Hiring Still Sluggish

In November, U. S. companies announced fewer job cuts, but hiring remained slow. This happened as businesses struggled with economic uncertainty, tariffs, and lower demand. The number of planned layoffs dropped by 53% from October, but it was still higher than last year. So far this year, employers

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Dec 04 2025EDUCATION

How Schools Can Boost Grades Without More Books

Schools often spend big bucks on new programs to help kids learn better. But what if the secret to better grades isn't just more books or gadgets? What if it's about making schools healthier and safer? Think about it. Kids who are healthy and breathe clean air tend to do better in school. A big stu

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