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Halo 3 Mod Shut Down: What Happened?

December 16, 2025

A creative project that brought Halo 3 into Counter-Strike 2 has been removed. This mod, called Project Misriah, was taken down after Microsoft filed a copyright claim. The modder, Froddoyo, shared the news on social media. They said the project won't continue, but they had fun while it lasted. Pro

politics

Justice Takes a Step Forward: ICC Stands Firm on Gaza Investigation

December 15, 2025

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has made a significant decision. It has refused to stop its investigation into the actions of Israel during the Gaza war. This decision was made by appeals judges. They did not accept Israel's request to halt the probe. The investigation includes events after

health

Better Birth Care: How Sri Lanka Can Learn from Moms and Experts

December 13, 2025

Sri Lanka has a problem. Many moms and health workers feel that the care given during pregnancy and childbirth is not always focused on the person. This is called person-centered maternity care. It means treating each mom as a unique individual with her own needs and feelings. There are not enough

environment

Life After the Storm: Sri Lanka's Struggle to Rebuild

December 5, 2025

In the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, the picturesque village of Kithulbadde in central Sri Lanka is grappling with a harsh reality. The cyclone, which claimed 479 lives and affected 1. 2 million people, has left deep scars on the landscape and the hearts of its residents. The government reports that

science

Pi's Unexpected Journey from Math to Physics

December 3, 2025

Pi, a number we often associate with circles, has an unexpected role in physics. It's not just about calculating areas anymore. The methods used to find pi are now helping scientists tackle complex problems, like understanding black holes and how things mix. A long time ago, a brilliant mathematici

health

Cuba Battles Deadly Mosquito-Borne Viruses: What's Happening?

December 3, 2025

Cuba is facing a serious health crisis. Mosquitoes are spreading two dangerous viruses: chikungunya and dengue. These viruses have caused 33 deaths since July. Sadly, many of these deaths were young children. The problem started in the western part of Cuba and has now spread everywhere. Chikungunya

health

Fighting Back Against Bad Food Policies in South-East Asia

December 3, 2025

In South-East Asia, governments have been slow to put into action policies that could help people eat healthier. This is mostly because big food companies push back and because different groups don't work well together. To tackle this problem, a study was done. Researchers talked to people from Ind

environment

Southern Asia's Stormy Struggle: Understanding the Recent Floods

December 1, 2025

Southern Asia is grappling with severe floods that have taken a heavy toll. Over 1, 200 lives have been lost, and many more are still unaccounted for. Millions have been forced from their homes, struggling to cope with the aftermath. The hardest-hit countries are Indonesia and Sri Lanka. In Sri Lan

business

Piramal Finance: Planning Big Moves in Local and Global Loans

December 1, 2025

Piramal Finance is making big plans to borrow money. They want to get 300 billion rupees by the end of this financial year. That's a lot of money! Half of that amount has already been borrowed. The company's CEO, Jairam Sridharan, shared this news. Most of the money will come from local sources. Ab

weather

Sri Lanka's Fight Against Nature's Fury

November 30, 2025

Sri Lanka is facing a massive challenge right now. Over 150 people have lost their lives due to severe flooding and landslides caused by Cyclone Ditwah. The situation is so bad that the president had to declare a state of emergency to speed up relief efforts. Imagine, more than 20, 000 homes are gon