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Elon Musk's Big Space Fight

October 24, 2025

Elon Musk, the big boss of SpaceX, recently had some strong words for a member of Donald Trump's team. He took to X, his social media platform, to express his concerns about Sean Duffy, who used to be a lumberjack and is now in charge of NASA. Musk made a poll on X, asking people if Duffy should le

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Who Will Lead NASA? The Battle for Space

October 24, 2025

The race to lead NASA has heated up, with two main contenders vying for the top spot. Jared Isaacman, a well-known figure in the space industry, is back in the running after a previous setback. Meanwhile, Sean Duffy, currently heading the Transportation Department, is also in the mix, aiming to keep

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New Plan for Gaza Aid: What's Changing and Why It Matters

October 24, 2025

The U. S. is looking at a new way to send help to Gaza. This plan might replace the old system, which had some problems. The idea is to set up several aid centers along a line where Israeli forces have pulled back. These centers would help people on both sides of the line. The plan also includes pl

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EU's Mixed Signals on Ukraine Aid: Money Promised, But Not From Frozen Russian Funds

October 24, 2025

EU leaders made a big promise to help Ukraine with money for the next two years. This includes funds for its military and defense. However, they didn't agree on using the frozen Russian assets to give Ukraine a huge loan. Belgium had some concerns about this plan. The EU leaders asked the European

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Ukraine's Leader Meets Allies for Stronger Stance Against Russia

October 24, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is in London to meet with key allies, aiming to boost Ukraine's position in potential future peace talks with Russia. The British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, is pushing for a group of supportive countries to implement tougher measures against Russia. These m

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Mexico and US Talk Cattle Border Reopening Amid Worm Crisis

October 24, 2025

A big problem is brewing between Mexico and the US. It's all about cattle and a nasty pest called the screwworm. This worm eats flesh and can kill animals. It's been spreading from Central America into Mexico. Now, it's causing tension between the two countries. Mexico's agriculture minister is hea

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Russia Stands Firm: Putin's Strong Words on U. S. Pressure

October 24, 2025

In a bold statement, Russian President Vladimir Putin declared that his country won't be pushed around by the United States or any other nation. He warned that any attacks on Russian soil would face a severe and overwhelming response. Putin also downplayed the impact of U. S. sanctions, saying they

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Chicago's Tear Gas Tensions: Who's Following the Rules?

October 24, 2025

In a recent court case, a group of protesters, journalists, and clergy members claimed that a high-ranking U. S. Border Patrol official broke a judge's orders. They said Gregory Bovino, the U. S. Customs and Border Protection commander in Chicago, used tear gas during a protest without warning. This

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Celebrities and Their Out-of-Touch Ideas: Why Rosie O'Donnell's Boycott Call Fell Flat

October 24, 2025

Rosie O'Donnell, a well-known comedian, recently shared a post on Instagram. She asked people to join a big economic boycott. She wanted workers to skip work, avoid events, and stay away from restaurants. The idea was to cause a "mass blackout" and hurt the U. S. economy. Many Instagram users were

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China's Big Push for Tech Independence

October 24, 2025

China is making a major move to become more self-sufficient in science and technology. This decision comes as the country faces significant changes and uncertainties in the global landscape. The ruling Communist Party made this announcement after a four-day meeting where they discussed their next fi