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U. S. and Taiwan Strengthen Defense Ties Amid Rising Tensions

December 20, 2025

The United States has recently announced a significant arms deal with Taiwan, valued at $11. 1 billion. This package includes advanced weaponry like High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and M109 self-propelled howitzers, along with anti-tank missiles and loitering munitions. This deal ma

finance

The United Nations' Money Problem: A Rule That Hurts More Than Helps

December 20, 2025

The United Nations is facing a unique challenge. A rule that seems outdated is causing trouble. This rule says if the U. N. doesn't spend money because countries pay late or not at all, it has to return that money. This could mean giving back nearly $300 million next year. That's a lot of money, esp

politics

Bangladesh Burns: Student's Death Sparks Nationwide Protests

December 19, 2025

In Bangladesh, the death of a key student activist has set off a wave of protests. Sharif Osman bin Hadi, 32, passed away in a Singapore hospital. He had been fighting for his life since being shot in the head on December 12th. Hadi was a vocal opponent of the former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's g

finance

Tech Giants Strike a Deal: TikTok Gets a Stay of Execution

December 19, 2025

TikTok, the popular video-sharing app, has managed to avoid a ban in the United States. This came after a deal was struck with Oracle, a major tech company. The deal means TikTok can keep operating in the U. S. for now. Oracle's stock price went up after the news. This is a big win for TikTok and it

lifestyle

A Fresh Take on Food Criticism in Washington

December 19, 2025

In a surprising move, the new food critic for a major Washington publication has shaken up the scene. Instead of heading to a fancy restaurant, he took a team to a church cafeteria. This choice shows his plan to change how food criticism works in the city. The new critic, Elazar Sontag, started his

business

UnitedHealth's Big Steps to Fix Trust Issues

December 19, 2025

UnitedHealth Group has shared the first findings from an independent audit of its business practices. The company has promised to make changes in three key areas. They have 23 action plans in place. By the end of 2025, 65% of these plans will be done. The rest will be completed by March next year.

entertainment

Naturi Naughton-Lewis Takes on a New Role in Starz's Upcoming Thriller

December 19, 2025

Naturi Naughton-Lewis, a well-known face from the Power series, is stepping into a new role. She's joining Starz for a different kind of story. This time, it's not about the streets of New York but the bustling city of Johannesburg. The show is called "The Nowhere Man. " It's a six-part drama that w

environment

What Happened to Climate Change Efforts in 2025?

December 19, 2025

In 2025, the United States saw a sharp turnaround in climate change efforts. After years of optimism, the new administration under President Donald Trump quickly undid many environmental policies. This shift was so significant that it was given a name: greenlash. Greenlash refers to the backlash aga

finance

Smart Investing: Why Short-Term Market Swings Shouldn't Scare You

December 19, 2025

Warren Buffett, a well-known investor, has a simple yet powerful idea: don't let short-term market swings scare you away from good investments. He often points out that stock prices and a company's true value don't always move in sync. A great example is Coca-Cola. When it first went public in 1919,

science

Unlocking Secrets: How Genes and Environment Shape Our Lives

December 19, 2025

A group of scientists from five different countries came together in 2010. They wanted to understand how genes and the environment work together. This group is called the IGEMS consortium. It includes 21 twin studies from Australia, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and the United States. The scientists st