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North Korean Soldiers Headed to Ukraine, say South Korea Lawmakers

October 29, 2024

South Korean lawmakers have just revealed that North Korean soldiers are learning Russian commands and might be deployed to Ukraine's war front. They said North Korea's National Intelligence Service is keeping an eye on this situation. The Pentagon estimates around 10, 000 North Korean soldiers are

business

Bargain Meals Boost McDonald's US Sales, but Food Scare Looms

October 29, 2024

McDonald's saw a small boost in US sales during the third quarter, thanks to bargain-hunting customers who snapped up their $5 value meals. The company's quick thinking after a lackluster second quarter helped them win back some customers who were feeling the pinch of rising prices. However, that go

politics

Tragic Strike in Gaza: What You Need to Know

October 29, 2024

Early on Tuesday, an Israeli strike hit a building in northern Gaza where displaced Palestinians were seeking shelter. The attack claimed the lives of at least 34 people, with more than half being women and children. This is just one of the many strikes that have been targeting areas where Palestini

science

SpaceX's Dragon Returns NASA Astronauts After 7 Months in Space

October 29, 2024

Late on a Friday morning, SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico, marking the end of a seven-month stay on the International Space Station (ISS) for a group of American and Russian astronauts. This mission, known as Crew-8, included NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick, Michael B

science

SpaceX Astronauts Lend Day in Gulf Splash Return

October 29, 2024

Imagine spending months in space traveling at extraordinary speeds—over 17, 500 miles per hour! The SpaceX Crew-8 team just experienced this adventure, returning to Earth after nearly eight months in space. However, their journey back had a little twist. Instead of directly heading to their Houston

politics

Russia Moves North Korean Troops to Ukraine Frontline, Raises Alarm

October 29, 2024

It's no secret that Russia and North Korea have been getting cozier since the war in Ukraine began. But things just got a whole lot more serious. Ukraine's military intelligence reported that Russia has started transporting North Korean troops to the frontline – and they're not doing it on military

science

SpaceX Crew-8 Astronauts' Hospital Visit: What Happened?

October 29, 2024

You might think that astronauts returning from space would be taken straight to their headquarters. But that didn't happen for the SpaceX Crew-8 team. After splashing down off the coast of Florida, they were whisked off to a hospital instead. Why? Well, they all needed some extra medical checks. And

politics

Why Is UNRWA Facing a Ban in Israel?

October 29, 2024

Recently, Israel's parliament voted to ban the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). This agency has been crucial for millions of Palestinians who depend on it for vital services. They might lose access to education, food, healthcare, and more if this ban comes into

politics

Putin's Remark: North Korean Troops in Russia – What's the Story?

October 28, 2024

Russian President Vladimir Putin recently hinted at the presence of North Korean troops in Russia. He was reacting to satellite images shared by South Korea's intelligence service, showing soldiers in Russian territory. Putin acknowledged the images, saying, "If there are images, they reflect someth

politics

Gaza Hospital Siege: A Story of Loss and Destruction

October 27, 2024

Israeli forces stormed Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia, causing extensive damage. The attack left the hospital, one of the last few in northern Gaza, in ruins. This siege, part of Israel's offensive, drew condemnation from international bodies. The United Nations called it one of the conflict's d