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U. S. and Taiwan Strengthen Defense Ties Amid Rising Tensions

December 20, 2025

The United States has recently announced a significant arms deal with Taiwan, valued at $11. 1 billion. This package includes advanced weaponry like High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and M109 self-propelled howitzers, along with anti-tank missiles and loitering munitions. This deal ma

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Europe's Big Money Problem: Should They Use Russia's Frozen Cash for Ukraine?

December 18, 2025

European leaders are in a tough spot. They're meeting to talk about some big issues. One of the biggest is what to do with Russia's money that's stuck in Europe. This money was frozen after Russia invaded Ukraine. The idea is to use this money to help Ukraine. But not everyone agrees. Some countrie

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Europe's Big Move: Using Russia's Frozen Money for Ukraine

December 18, 2025

Europe is thinking about using Russia's frozen money to help Ukraine. This is a big deal because it's never been done before. Some countries, like Belgium, are not happy about it. They think it's risky and might cause problems. The European Union (EU) has a lot of money from Russia frozen in its ba

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Tech's Growing Grip: A Look at Digital Control

December 18, 2025

Around the world, technology is tightening its hold on our lives. Cameras scan faces, phones track movements, and social media posts are monitored. It's like living in a world where privacy is a thing of the past. The rise of AI is making it easier for authorities to watch and control us. Here are s

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EU's Plan to Use Russian Money for Ukraine Hits Roadblocks

December 16, 2025

The European Union is inching closer to a decision on how to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine. However, some major hurdles remain, and a final agreement might not be reached until Thursday's EU summit. Most of the frozen Russian assets, around 210 billion euros, are currently held in th

health

Surinamese in the Netherlands: Willingness to Donate Living Tissue

December 16, 2025

The Surinamese community in the Netherlands faces unique health challenges. Many people in this group suffer from conditions like beta-thalassaemia and sickle cell disease. These illnesses often require blood transfusions or organ transplants. A recent study looked into how willing Surinamese indivi

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Ukraine's Path to Justice: A Global Effort to Address War Damages

December 16, 2025

In a significant move, European leaders, including Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, gathered in The Hague to establish an International Claims Commission. This commission aims to address the extensive damages inflicted by Russian attacks and alleged war crimes. The event, co-hosted by the Ne

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The Big Money Showdown: Russia vs. The EU

December 15, 2025

Russia is in a tight spot. They want their $230 billion back. This money is stuck with Euroclear. Why? Because the EU froze it after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Now, the EU wants to use some of this money to help Ukraine. They say it's fair because Russia still owns it, but they can't touch it. R

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Chameleon's Unseen Lung Invader: A Tale of Tiny Travelers

December 12, 2025

In Belgium, a panther chameleon faced a silent battle within its lungs. This chameleon, just two years old, stopped eating and had trouble breathing. Doctors took X-rays and saw something unusual in the lungs. Tiny creatures were living there, causing problems. These creatures are called Raillietie

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Money Moves: Europe's Plan to Fund Ukraine

December 12, 2025

Europe is stepping up its game to help Ukraine. The finance ministers are meeting to talk about how to get money fast. They want to use Russian assets that are stuck in Europe. These assets were frozen because of Russia's actions in Ukraine. The idea is to use these assets to give Ukraine the funds