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Sydney Protest Sparks Calm Call from Leaders

February 10, 2026

The clash in Sydney over Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit led to a tense night for the city. Police said 27 people were taken into custody, including ten charged with assaulting officers, after a planned protest turned violent. The disturbance erupted when demonstrators refused to leave the de

politics

Police Search Homes in Probe of Former Ambassador’s Ties to Epstein

February 6, 2026

British police carried out searches at two homes linked to Peter Mandelson, a former ambassador who is under scrutiny for alleged misconduct in public office. The investigations stem from new evidence that shows close connections between Mandelson and the late U. S. financier Jeffrey Epstein. The U

environment

Vermont's Energy Goals: A Story of Missed Targets and Missteps

January 28, 2026

Vermont's government is falling short on its energy-saving promises. A recent audit reveals that the state is not meeting its own energy reduction goals. These goals are set to cut costs and help the environment. The audit highlights problems with two key initiatives: the State Agency Energy Plan an

environment

Wildfires and Climate Change: A Growing Threat

January 27, 2026

Climate change is making wildfires bigger and more dangerous. NASA's research shows that human activities are the main reason why wildfires in the American West are getting worse. Over the past 20 years, the area burned by wildfires has increased, even though the number of fires has stayed about the

politics

Kristi Noem's Leadership Under Fire: Democrats Demand Accountability

January 26, 2026

Kristi Noem, the Homeland Security Secretary, is facing intense criticism from Democrats. They are calling for her resignation or impeachment. This comes after two recent incidents where federal officers killed U. S. citizens. More Democrats are joining the call for Noem's impeachment. The number o

politics

A Clash of Ideas: NATO's Leader vs. Europe's Army Ambition

January 26, 2026

Mark Rutte, the head of NATO, recently shot down the idea of a separate European army. This idea has been floating around among some European leaders. They're worried about Donald Trump's dedication to Europe's safety, especially after some drama over Greenland. Rutte didn't hold back. He told supp

entertainment

Box Office Shake-Up: Chris Pratt's 'Mercy' Takes the Lead Amidst Stormy Weather

January 25, 2026

A fierce winter storm has swept through the U. S. , forcing many to stay indoors and causing hundreds of movie theaters to shut down. This has led to a significant drop in box office revenue, marking the lowest point of the year so far. Interestingly, this weekend's earnings are even lower than the

health

A Giant in Public Health: William Foege's Legacy

January 25, 2026

William Foege, a towering figure in public health, passed away at his Atlanta home. He was 89. His work was crucial in wiping out smallpox in the 1970s, a massive win for global health. Later, he led the U. S. response to the early AIDS crisis as the head of the Centers for Disease Control and Preve

crime

Why Are Police Officers Not Being Held Accountable After School Shootings?

January 25, 2026

In recent years, two police officers were cleared of charges related to their actions during school shootings. These cases raise questions about how law enforcement responds to such tragedies and why juries might not see their inaction as a crime. The officers, Scot Peterson from Parkland, Florida,

politics

Lawmakers Propose Changes to Crypto Rules

January 25, 2026

In Washington, a group of Democratic senators have put forward new ideas to change how crypto markets are run. They want to make sure that government officials don't make money from the crypto world while they're in office. This is part of a bigger plan to make the rules for digital money clearer an