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Who Will Shine as the World Cup’s Top Goal‑Scorer?

June 24, 2026

The World Cup has turned into a showcase for goal‑scoring talent, with several stars already piling up goals. Lionel Messi has taken the lead, scoring five times and becoming the tournament’s all‑time top scorer. He is followed by France’s Kylian Mbappé and Norway’s Erling Haaland, each with four go

politics

European Voices Alarm Over China’s Moves Near Taiwan

June 24, 2026

Britain, France and Germany have all stepped up their warnings after China sent coast guard vessels to patrol the waters east of Taiwan. The ships were launched for what Beijing called a “special maritime traffic law‑enforcement operation, ” a move that Taipei found very provocative. China’s c

celebrities

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Roots: A Quick Look at Heritage and Home

June 24, 2026

Ronaldo grew up on the island of Madeira, a Portuguese territory off Africa’s coast. He was born there in 1985 and spent his early years in a small town near the capital of the island. His family life was modest; he and his brothers shared a single room while their parents worked jobs that kept t

politics

China Says It Can Target People Abroad Under New Unity Law

June 24, 2026

China announced that its newest law on ethnic unity lets it act against people outside the country who break the rules. The bill, passed in March, aims to build a common identity among 55 minority groups, including Tibetans and Uyghurs. Some of these groups have protested against Chinese rule, somet

politics

What happens when a small region’s leader quits to join Russia’s government?

June 24, 2026

A leader from South Ossetia—a tiny region inside Georgia—just stepped down to work for Russia’s president. Alan Gagloyev said he’s leaving immediately to take an advisory role in Moscow. His prime minister will now run the government there. Gagloyev mentioned a treaty signed last year between South

environment

Garden Allies: Why Yellowjackets Deserve a Second Look

June 22, 2026

Every summer, gardens across Alaska burst with color and life. Many gardeners focus on the bright blooms and sweet scents, but some overlook the tiny visitors that make it all possible. Among them are yellowjackets—often misunderstood wasps that many swat away without thinking. Yet these insects do

sports

The Late Bloomer Who Stood Tall Against Spain

June 22, 2026

At 40 years old, Vozinha turned back the clock in a way few athletes ever do. Playing for Cape Verde against Spain in the 2026 World Cup, he made 27 saves—more than any other goalkeeper on that night. What made it special wasn’t just the numbers. It was the man behind them: a player who didn’t start

politics

Peace Talks Start As Strait Dispute Adds Tension

June 21, 2026

Talks between the U. S. and Iran are kicking off in Switzerland even as both sides argue over who controls a crucial waterway. Iran said Saturday it was closing the Strait of Hormuz because of Israeli actions in Lebanon, calling ship traffic unsafe. Yet U. S. military leaders reported 55 commercial

crypto

Young Senator’s Son Raises Big Money for New Crypto Trading Company

June 20, 2026

The son of a well‑known U. S. senator has secured $30 million to start a new derivatives trading firm. He is 22 years old and his company, called American Perpetuals Exchange Corporation or APEC, is already worth about $300 million. The money came mainly from Lux Capital, a venture‑capital gro

politics

Chaos in Pakistani Kashmir After Mass Protests

June 19, 2026

The region of Pakistani‑administered Kashmir has been thrown into chaos after a week‑long protest that claimed over twenty lives and halted everyday activities across the territory. The unrest began when a local political group, now banned, called for a strike on June 9 to oppose the reservation o