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U. S. Navy's New Small Combat Ships: A Familiar Design Takes the Lead

December 19, 2025

The U. S. Navy has picked Ingalls Shipbuilding to create and construct new small surface combatant (SSC) ships. These ships will be based on the design of the Legend-class national security cutters, which Ingalls has already built for the U. S. Coast Guard. This decision makes sense because Ingalls

politics

Thailand and Cambodia Clash: Can ASEAN Bring Peace?

December 19, 2025

In a tense standoff, Thailand and Cambodia are locked in a border dispute that has already claimed lives and displaced hundreds of thousands. The conflict, which reignited last week, has drawn the attention of global powers China and the U. S. , both pushing for a ceasefire ahead of a crucial ASEAN

lifestyle

Patten's Fight for Recovery After Devastating Fire

December 19, 2025

In the small town of Patten, Maine, a recent fire has left a significant mark. The blaze started early Wednesday morning, consuming the Outback Garage and causing extensive damage to nearby buildings. The fire spread quickly, destroying the garage, an upstairs apartment, and the Hathaways Apartments

health

Funding Fight: Pediatric Group Faces Sudden Cuts

December 19, 2025

The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has decided to stop funding several programs run by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). This move has sparked concerns about how it will affect children and families nationwide. The AAP, which represents around 67, 000 pediatricians, has

politics

Myanmar Faces Genocide Accusations in Global Court

December 19, 2025

Myanmar is facing serious accusations. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will hear a case against Myanmar. It starts on January 12th. It will run until January 29th. The case is about genocide against the Rohingya Muslims. Gambia is the one bringing the case. Gambia is a Muslim-majority coun

politics

New US Sanctions on the Horizon for Russia

December 19, 2025

The United States is getting ready to hit Russia with more sanctions. This time, the focus is on the energy sector. The goal? To push President Vladimir Putin to accept a peace deal with Ukraine. What's on the table? The U. S. is looking at targeting Russia's shadow fleet of tankers. These ships he

politics

New Rules Targeting Trans Youth Health Care

December 19, 2025

The Trump administration is making big moves against trans youth. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. just announced plans to cut off federal funding for hospitals that provide gender-affirming care to minors. This includes treatments like puberty blockers, hormones, and surgery. The administrati

religion

Reviving the Heart of Military Chaplaincy: A Shift Back to Faith

December 19, 2025

The U. S. military chaplaincy is undergoing a significant transformation. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has taken steps to reverse what he sees as a decline in the spiritual support provided to service members. This shift is seen as a response to policies from previous administrations that allegedly

business

UAW Leadership Shake-Up: What's Next for the Union?

December 19, 2025

The United Auto Workers (UAW) is going through some big changes. Chris Brooks, who was a top strategist and the chief of staff to UAW President Shawn Fain, is leaving the union. This comes after a federal monitor's report said Brooks was involved in trying to take away duties from another union lead

politics

Trump's New Walkway: A Controversial Twist on Presidential History

December 18, 2025

President Donald Trump has recently added a series of contentious plaques to his newly created Presidential Walk of Fame. This walkway, located in the West Wing, features portraits of all former presidents, except for the current one, Joe Biden. The plaques, written in Trump's distinctive style, off