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Bondi Beach Remembers: A Nation Reflects After Tragedy

December 21, 2025

Australia took a moment to remember the lives lost in the recent Bondi Beach shooting. The attack, which happened during a Hanukkah celebration, left 15 people dead and many others hurt. People across the country paused at 6:47 p. m. for a minute of silence, the exact time the attack began. At Bond

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A Life of Grace: Remembering Thailand's Queen Mother Sirikit

October 26, 2025

Queen Mother Sirikit, a figure of grace and influence in Thailand, passed away at 93. Her health had been declining since a stroke in 2012, and she had been hospitalized since 2019. The nation is now in mourning, with flags flying at half-mast and public offices observing a year of mourning. Siriki

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A Giant Farewell: Kenya Honors Its Beloved Opposition Leader

October 19, 2025

Kenya came to a standstill as thousands gathered to bid farewell to Raila Odinga, a prominent opposition leader. The nation mourned the loss of a man often called "Baba" or "father" in Swahili. His passing at 80 sparked an outpouring of grief, with crowds overwhelming authorities during public viewi

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A Dark Day in Dhaka: School Tragedy Strikes

July 21, 2025

In Dhaka, a terrible accident happened. A training jet from the Bangladesh Air Force crashed into a school. This happened in the afternoon when classes were in session. The jet, made in China, took off and then crashed into Milestone School and College. At least 19 people died, most of them students

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Graz School Shooting: A Community in Mourning

June 11, 2025

Austria is in a state of grief after a tragic school shooting in Graz. The city is trying to make sense of the violence that took place at Dreierschützengasse high school. A 21-year-old former student opened fire, killing 10 people and injuring about a dozen others. The shooter used a shotgun and pi

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The Unforgettable Legacy of President Jimmy Carter

December 31, 2024

On December 29, 2024, the United States lost a monumental figure with the passing of James Earl "Jimmy" Carter Jr. , the 39th President. A man defined by his character, courage, and compassion, Carter left an indelible mark on our nation and the world. Born into humble beginnings as the son of a fa

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Stock Markets to Pause: A Day to Remember President Carter

December 30, 2024

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Nasdaq will temporarily shut down on January 9 to honor the late President Jimmy Carter. This isn't just any day off; it's a national day of mourning. Carter, our 39th president, is known for his incredible humanitarian work after leaving office. He passed