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The U. S. has been cracking down on tankers carrying Venezuelan oil. This has caused major problems for Venezuela's oil industry. The country relies heavily on oil exports for income. President Nicolás Maduro is finding it tough to cope with the U. S. pressure. The U. S. has targeted three tankers

Hope in Yemen: Biggest Prisoner Swap Deal Yet

Yemen's civil war has been going on for a long time. It started in 2014 when the Houthis took over the capital. Things got worse in 2015 when a Saudi-led coalition got involved. Since then, the fighting has caused a lot of suffering. Recently, there's a bit of good news. The Houthis and the Saudi-b

A Deadly Crash: Libya's Military Chief and Others Lose Their Lives in Turkey

A plane crash in Turkey has taken the lives of Libya's military chief and six others. The incident happened just after takeoff from Ankara, the country's capital. The plane, a Falcon 50 business jet, was heading back to Libya when it went down near the village of Kesikkavak. Turkish officials say th

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Measles Alert: What You Need to Know About Recent Exposure at Denver Airport

A measles alert has been issued for people who were at Denver International Airport (DIA) on December 12. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) shared that someone with measles was at the airport that day. The person arrived at Gate B45 at 7:24 p. m. and later left from G

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Hungarian Tech Giant Takes a Big Step into U. S. Space Ventures

A Hungarian company has just made a bold move in the space industry. 4iG, based in Budapest, is putting $100 million into Axiom Space, a big name in the U. S. space business. This is the first time a Hungarian company has invested in a major American space firm. 4iG’s chairman, Gellért Jászai, sees

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Midlife Health: A Fresh Look at Menopause and Beyond

Midlife is a big deal for women. It's when bodies change, and health needs shift. The International Menopause Society (IMS) just dropped some serious guidelines to help doctors and women navigate this phase better. They looked at tons of research. Then, they made recommendations on everything from

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Congo Takes a Stand Against Illegal Mining

Congo, a major player in the global cobalt market, has decided to put a stop to unregulated mineral processing. This move is part of a broader effort to tackle corruption and ensure that minerals are sourced legally. The government has ordered all artisanal copper and cobalt processing units to hal

Vietnam's Bold Leader: To Lam's Path to Power and Reform

Vietnam is at a crossroads, with To Lam, a figure known for his bold moves, aiming to extend his leadership. His journey to the top has been swift, marked by significant reforms and a strong leadership style. The Communist Party, which has been in charge for a long time, is set to make a decision so

China and Japan: A Growing Tension Over Taiwan

Tensions between China and Japan are heating up. This is due to Japan's support for Taiwan. China is not happy about this. They have been using strong words and actions to show their displeasure. Recently, Chinese officials shared a map on social media. This map showed possible missile paths from C

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Taiwan's Tech Giants: The Drone Revolution Awaits