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China's Big Military Show: What's Really Going On?

September 3, 2025

China is putting on its biggest military parade ever. This isn't just a show of strength. It's a message to the world. President Xi Jinping wants to show that China is a major player on the global stage. He's not alone. Russia's Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un will be there too. These l

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A Patriot's Farewell: Ukraine Mourns Another Loss

September 3, 2025

Andriy Parubiy, a well-known Ukrainian politician, was laid to rest on Tuesday. He was killed in a shooting on Saturday in Lviv. This is the second assassination in the city in just over a year. Police have a suspect in custody. They think Russia might be involved, but Moscow hasn't said anything a

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Experts Raise Alarms: Is Israel's Gaza Strategy Genocide?

September 2, 2025

A group of top genocide experts has made a bold claim: Israel's actions in Gaza might be genocide. The International Association of Genocide Scholars (IAGS) voted, and a big majority agreed. They said Israel's moves in Gaza fit the UN's definition of genocide. What's going on in Gaza? The experts p

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Vietnam's Big Day: A Show of Strength and Unity

September 2, 2025

Vietnam marked a significant milestone this week, the 80th anniversary of its independence. The country put on a massive military parade, the biggest in years, to celebrate. Streets in Hanoi were packed with people waving flags and wearing red shirts, showing strong national pride. The parade featu

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Gaza Conflict: Experts Weigh In on Genocide Claims

September 1, 2025

A group of experts who study genocide has made a bold statement. They say Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. This group, the International Association of Genocide Scholars, has around 500 members worldwide. Many of them are experts in the Holocaust. Their statement could make Israel even more is

environment

The Scientist Who Saved America's Wild Predators

August 31, 2025

In the early 1900s, national parks were more about looks than actual conservation. Park managers would clear underbrush, cut trees for views, and kill thousands of predators like mountain lions and wolves. They didn't realize how much damage they were doing to the ecosystems. Enter George Meléndez W

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Putin's Big China Visit: What's on the Agenda?

August 31, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin is heading to China for a busy four-day trip. This is a big deal because Putin rarely stays abroad this long. He's got a packed schedule, including talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping and a military parade. First up, Putin will join the Shanghai Cooperation Orga

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Ukraine's Push for Peace Talks Hits Roadblocks

August 31, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is pushing for urgent meetings with President Donald Trump and European leaders to advance peace talks with Russia. However, progress is slow, and Russia's actions are causing frustration. Russia's recent attacks on Ukraine have killed at least 23 people, inc

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China's Big Meeting: Friends, Foes, and Global Power Plays

August 31, 2025

In China's Tianjin city, a significant gathering is happening. Chinese President Xi Jinping is hosting leaders from across Asia and the Middle East. This meeting is part of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), a group focused on regional security. Xi Jinping wants to show China as a strong

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How Big-City Mayors Can Challenge Trump's Crime Rhetoric

August 31, 2025

Big-city mayors, mostly Democrats, are at the frontline of crime issues. They know how to talk about crime and win elections. This is a skill national Democrats need to learn. National Democrats often struggle with crime. They focus on facts and data. But voters care more about how they feel. Mayor