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Cyprus Joins NASA's Space Exploration Pact: A Promise for Safe Skies

October 25, 2024

Cyprus has just joined the Artemis Accords, a space exploration agreement led by NASA. This makes Cyprus the 46th country to sign up for safe space exploration. Nicodemos Damianou, Cyprus' deputy minister of research, innovation, and digital policy, signed the accords in Nicosia. James O'Brien, from

politics

North Korean Troops Go to Ukraine: What Does It Mean?

October 24, 2024

Imagine this: North Korean soldiers are going to Russia to help fight in Ukraine. That's what American and South Korean officials said recently. If these soldiers really join the war, it would be the first time a third country sends troops to fight on the front lines. So far, other nations have only

politics

Ukraine's Future: A Defense Secretary's Visit Amid Election Uncertainty

October 24, 2024

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin dropped by Kyiv on Monday, right when the US presidential election is about to happen and Russia is making small but steady progress in Ukraine. Austin plans to chat with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Defense Minister Rustem Umerov about Ukraine's need for

politics

“China and Russia: A Friendship in Chaotic Times”

October 23, 2024

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Russia’s Vladimir Putin in Kazan, Russia, where he expressed that the world is currently in a state of chaos due to significant changes happening in a century. Despite this, Xi emphasized the enduring friendship between China and Russia, stating that this strate

politics

South Korea's Warning: Arms to Ukraine if North Korea Aids Russia

October 23, 2024

South Korea has issued a stern warning, hinting that it might supply weapons to Ukraine. This comes after reports that North Korea has sent troops to Russia. South Korean officials are worried that Russia could reward North Korea with advanced weapons technology, which could boost North Korea's nucl

science

China's Space Plans: From Lunar Missions to Venus Atmosphere Samples

October 23, 2024

China has big plans for space exploration, stretching all the way to 2050. This includes a mission to grab a piece of the Venusian atmosphere. The Chinese Academy of Sciences, China National Space Administration, and China Manned Space Engineering Office announced these plans together. Their goal is

politics

Russia and China Meet at BRICS Summit

October 23, 2024

Russia's President Vladimir Putin rolled out a warm welcome for China's Xi Jinping in Kazan, Russia, as the BRICS summit kicked off on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. The summit, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, aims to boost cooperation among developing nations under the th

entertainment

Crime Solving and Seafood: Whitstable Pearl Goes Global

October 22, 2024

Ever heard of a detective who also runs a seafood restaurant? That's Pearl Nolan, star of the show "Whitstable Pearl. " Played by Kerry Godliman, Pearl juggles crime-solving with serving up delicious meals in a cute English seaside town. Her partner in crime (and sometimes love) is cop Mike McGuire,

politics

What's North Korea Doing in Ukraine?

October 22, 2024

You might be wondering what's happening with the war in Ukraine. Well, it's getting even more complicated. The Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky, recently said that North Korea is now involved. He's asking Ukraine's allies to do something about it. A government official in Ukraine even posted

entertainment

Kissing for Love: New LGBTQ+ Dating Show Comes to the Netherlands

October 22, 2024

In the world of dating shows, there's a new twist set to air in the Netherlands. RTL has decided to bring the popular LGBTQ+ dating format "I Kissed a Girl" to their streaming service, Videoland. Originally from the UK, this show was first known as "I Kissed a Boy, " focusing on gay men. Now, it wil