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Pacific Northwest Faces Another Round of Heavy Rain

December 10, 2025

The Pacific Northwest is gearing up for more rain. This comes after a powerful storm hit the region, causing rivers to swell, roads to close, and people to need rescue from flooded areas. By early Wednesday, some parts of the Cascade Mountains in Washington saw a lot of rain. The National Weath

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Cold Weather and Your EV: What You Need to Know

December 10, 2025

Electric vehicles (EVs) are great, but they don't like the cold. When temperatures drop, so does their range. This isn't just a small drop either. We're talking about a big hit to how far you can go on a single charge. In really cold weather, like 20°F, an EV can lose about 41% of its range. That's

politics

Ukraine's Bold Moves Against Russia's Secret Oil Ships

December 10, 2025

Ukraine is taking the fight to Russia's secret oil fleet, striking ships in foreign waters. This is a big deal because Russia has been using these ships to dodge international sanctions and keep selling oil, which funds its war in Ukraine. Ukraine has been hitting these ships since President Zelens

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Lithuania's Balloon Trouble: A New Kind of Border Problem

December 9, 2025

Lithuania is in a bit of a pickle. The country has had to declare a nationwide emergency situation. Why? Because of balloons. Not just any balloons, though. These are weather balloons coming from Belarus, carrying smuggled cigarettes. It might sound silly, but it's causing some serious headaches. T

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Flights in Chaos: IndiGo's Struggles Leave Travelers in Limbo

December 6, 2025

IndiGo, India's largest airline, is in a tough spot. The company's recent issues with flight cancellations have caused a lot of trouble for travelers. The problem started because IndiGo didn't plan well for new rules about pilots' work hours. These rules, which kicked in on November 1, made it hard

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Aceh Tamiang's Struggle: A Community's Fight for Survival Amidst Devastation

December 6, 2025

In the wake of catastrophic floods and landslides that have ravaged Sumatra, the people of Aceh Tamiang are facing immense challenges. The death toll has surpassed 900, with hundreds more still missing. The disaster, triggered by severe storms, has also claimed lives in Thailand and Malaysia. The s

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Heavy Snow Causes Chaos Across the Midwest and Northeast

December 2, 2025

A winter storm has been causing trouble across the Midwest and Northeast. In West Virginia, a truck driver had a close call early this morning. Their tractor-trailer skidded off a bridge in Mason County due to slippery roads. Rescue teams had to work hard to get the driver out safely. Roads are stil

environment

Surviving the Sudden Surge: Stories from Asia's Flood Survivors

December 2, 2025

In the middle of the night, Aminah Ali, a 63-year-old from Indonesia's Aceh province, found herself in a nightmare. The rain started at midnight, and the water rose slowly at first. But then, a loud roar filled the air. Her village was suddenly underwater. With her son's help, she climbed onto her r

politics

Holiday Cheer at the White House: A Smaller, Shorter Tour

December 2, 2025

The White House is ready to welcome visitors again, just in time for the holidays. But this year, things look a bit different. The East Wing is gone, making way for a new ballroom. This has made the tour shorter and changed how people see the famous holiday decorations. The East Wing used to be the

technology

Russia's Space Station Link Hits a Snag

December 1, 2025

Russia's only way to send astronauts and supplies to the International Space Station (ISS) has hit a bump. A key structure at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan took a tumble right after a recent launch. This leaves Russia in a bit of a pickle, as they can't send anything up to the ISS until it's