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science

Chameleon's Unseen Lung Invader: A Tale of Tiny Travelers

December 12, 2025

In Belgium, a panther chameleon faced a silent battle within its lungs. This chameleon, just two years old, stopped eating and had trouble breathing. Doctors took X-rays and saw something unusual in the lungs. Tiny creatures were living there, causing problems. These creatures are called Raillietie

sports

A Comeback Victory for The Citadel

December 12, 2025

The Citadel basketball team faced a tough challenge against Southern Wesleyan. They started slow, missing their first six shots and falling behind 7-0. But they didn't give up. Dante Kearse, a bench player, stepped up big time. He scored 15 points, including five 3-pointers. His performance sparked

crime

A Former Police Chief's Downfall: The Corruption Case That Shook Summit

December 12, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, a former police chief from Summit, a suburb southwest of Chicago, has been found guilty of serious crimes. The trial, which lasted seven days, revealed a web of corruption that included bribery, conspiracy, and obstruction of justice. The verdict was delivered in a fede

technology

Intel's Test with Chinese-Linked Chip Tools Raises Concerns

December 12, 2025

Intel has been experimenting with chipmaking tools from ACM Research, a company with strong ties to China and some units under U. S. sanctions. These tools, known as wet etch tools, are being considered for Intel's cutting-edge 14A chipmaking process, set to launch in 2027. ACM Research, based in C

crypto

Crypto Downfall: A 15-Year Sentence for Terraform's Co-Founder

December 12, 2025

Do Kwon, the co-founder of Terraform Labs, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. This comes after he admitted to wire fraud and conspiracy to defraud. The judge in New York made this decision after hearing from people who lost money because of Kwon's actions. The collapse of Terraform Labs in 2

health

Measles Makes a Comeback: Why South Carolina is Struggling

December 12, 2025

South Carolina is facing a tough situation with measles. Over 110 people have gotten sick, and more than 250 others are stuck in quarantine because they might have been exposed. This is part of a bigger problem happening across the country. The outbreak started in October and is mostly in Spartanbu

health

Measles Makes a Comeback: What's Happening in the US?

December 12, 2025

Measles is back, and it's causing trouble in two places: South Carolina and the Utah-Arizona border. In South Carolina, things are getting worse. Over the past few weeks, 27 more people got sick, making it 111 cases in just two months. More than 250 people, including kids from different schools, are

politics

Eastern Congo's Escalating Conflict: A Humanitarian Crisis

December 12, 2025

Eastern Congo is in the midst of a serious crisis. Over 400 innocent people have lost their lives in recent clashes. The M23 group, backed by Rwanda, has intensified its attacks in South Kivu. This is happening despite a recent peace deal between Congo and Rwanda, which didn't include the M23 group.

health

A Glimmer of Hope: Suicide Rates Take a Small Step Down

December 12, 2025

In 2024, the U. S. saw a slight decrease in suicide rates, a small but significant shift after years of climbing numbers. The CDC reports that around 48, 800 people died by suicide, which is about 500 fewer than the previous year. This means the rate dropped to 13. 7 deaths per 100, 000 people, down

crime

The Bowling Alley Boss and the Missing Millions

December 12, 2025

A bowling alley owner in Milford is in hot water. David Breen, who runs the "Pinz" bowling alley, is accused of taking over $1. 2 million meant for his business and using it for personal luxuries. This money was part of the COVID-19 relief funds, specifically the Economic Injury and Disaster Loan (E