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A Close Call in the Skies: JetBlue and US Air Force Aircraft Nearly Collide

December 15, 2025

A JetBlue flight from Curacao to New York had a close encounter with a US Air Force refueling plane near Venezuela. The JetBlue pilot had to stop climbing to avoid a collision. The military plane's transponder was off, making it hard to track. The US Southern Command is looking into what happened.

crime

Southern California's Close Call: Four Arrested in Bomb Plot

December 15, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, four individuals were taken into custody last week in Lucerne Valley, a small desert town east of Los Angeles. They are accused of planning a series of bombings across Southern California on New Year's Eve. The suspects are believed to be part of a splinter group called

crime

A Knife Incident at a Popular Music Spot in Japan

December 15, 2025

In Japan, a man was caught by police after two people were hurt in a knife attack at a popular entertainment spot. This place is known for hosting the famous female pop group, HKT48. The incident happened in Fukuoka, a city in southern Japan. The man, who is 30 years old, is accused of stabbing a 4

environment

Sumatra's Road to Recovery: What Lies Ahead?

December 15, 2025

Sumatra, Indonesia, is slowly picking up the pieces after devastating floods and landslides. The disaster, triggered by a powerful cyclone, has left over 1, 000 people dead. Many more are still missing. The storms also caused destruction in nearby countries, with around 200 lives lost in southern Th

education

School Days Shortened: A New Plan for Southern Boone County

December 15, 2025

Southern Boone County R-I School District is considering a big change. They might switch to a four-day school week. This could start in the 2026-27 school year. On the days they do go to school, classes would run longer. School would start at 7:50 a. m. and end at 3:25 p. m. from Tuesday to Friday.

technology

New Zealand Launch Site Sends Japanese Satellite into Space

December 15, 2025

A Japanese satellite is now circling Earth after a successful launch from New Zealand. The satellite, called RAISE 4, is on a mission to test new space tech. It carries eight different experiments, including a special sail to help it come back down to Earth safely. This launch was a big deal for Ja

business

Japan's Economy: A Glimpse of Hope Amid Challenges

December 15, 2025

Japan's economic outlook is looking brighter, with big manufacturers feeling more confident than they have in years. This positive shift is notable because it comes despite ongoing trade tensions with the U. S. The latest survey, which tracks business sentiment, shows that manufacturers are feeling

weather

Winter's Chill Hits NYC: What to Know and How to Stay Safe

December 14, 2025

Winter has arrived in the Tri-State Area, bringing snow and freezing temperatures. The storm started on Saturday night and will last until Sunday afternoon. Weather experts have issued a weather alert for the area. A winter weather advisory is in effect for New Jersey, New York City, Long Island, t

business

China's Luxury Car Market Hits the Brakes

December 14, 2025

In China, the love affair with luxury cars is cooling down. People are now choosing more affordable Chinese brands over expensive foreign ones. This shift is a big deal because European carmakers like Porsche and BMW have long been the top choices for wealthy Chinese buyers. The slowdown in China's

finance

Japan's Money Movers: A Shift in Strategy

December 14, 2025

Japan's financial leaders are hinting at a big change. The Bank of Japan (BOJ) might raise interest rates soon. This is a big deal because Japan has kept rates low for a long time. Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said there's no big disagreement with the BOJ. This means the government is okay with