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southern united states

Iowa's Brave Guardsmen Lost in Syria

December 15, 2025

In a tragic turn of events, two soldiers from the Iowa National Guard lost their lives in Syria. These brave individuals were part of a larger group deployed to the Middle East. Their mission was to fight against ISIS and other terrorist groups. The soldiers were identified as Sgt. Edgar Brian Torre

politics

Serbia's Controversial Building Plan Sparks Legal Trouble

December 15, 2025

In Serbia, a high-ranking official and three others are now facing serious charges. These charges are linked to a big real estate project. The project is connected to Jared Kushner, who is U. S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law. The charges include abuse of office and falsifying documents. The p

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

finance

Why Canada Needs to Go Beyond Open Banking

December 15, 2025

Canada is finally moving towards a more secure banking system. The government has announced a new framework for open banking, set to launch in 2026. This system will replace the risky practice of sharing online banking passwords with third-party apps. Instead, users will be able to securely share th

politics

Chile's Big Shift: Why Voters Picked a Tough-on-Crime Leader

December 15, 2025

Chile just made a huge political move. They chose José Antonio Kast as their new president. He's known for his strong stance on security and immigration. Kast won big, getting 58% of the votes. His main focus? Making the country safer by dealing with crime and controlling who comes in. Kast isn't n

weather

Heavy Snow and Freezing Alerts Across the U. S.

December 15, 2025

Across the United States, winter is showing its might. Heavy snowfall is expected to dump up to 22 inches in some areas, while freezing temperatures are making life difficult for many. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued various alerts, covering a wide range of states. In Alaska, several

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

politics

A Venezuelan Hero's Bumpy Journey to Oslo

December 15, 2025

Maria Corina Machado, a prominent Venezuelan opposition figure and recent Nobel Peace Prize winner, faced a tough journey to Norway. She had to sneak out of Venezuela on a small boat. This was not an easy trip. The rough seas caused her to hurt her back badly. Machado had been hiding for over a yea

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.

politics

Russia's Peace Pushers Face Tough Times

December 15, 2025

In Russia, a small political group called Yabloko is pushing for peace in Ukraine. They want the fighting to stop. But the government is making it hard for them. Two of their leaders were arrested. They are accused of spreading false information about the Russian army. The leaders say they are innoc