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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

politics

Putin's Press Conference: A Mix of Big Talk and Small Talk

December 20, 2025

Putin's yearly press conference is a strange mix of big global talks and small local questions. This year, it happened right after Europe gave Ukraine a huge $105 billion loan. This money helps Ukraine keep fighting, but it also made Putin mad. He talked about Russia's wins in the war, but he also s

politics

Putin Backs Trump's Legal Move Against BBC

December 20, 2025

In a surprising show of support, Russian President Vladimir Putin endorsed U. S. President Donald Trump's decision to take legal action against the BBC. This came up during Putin's yearly press conference, where he shared his thoughts on the matter. Trump is seeking at least $10 billion in damages

finance

Russia's Rate Cut: A Step Towards Economic Balance

December 20, 2025

In a move to stabilize the economy, Russia's central bank lowered its key interest rate to 16%. This decision came as inflation is easing, but the economy is still struggling to grow, partly due to the ongoing military actions in Ukraine. The central bank's announcement coincided with President Vla

politics

A Week of Shocking Events and Big Announcements

December 20, 2025

A man suspected of killing two students at Brown University and an MIT professor was found dead in a storage unit. He was a former student at Brown and had no criminal record in the US. The six-day manhunt ended with praise for the law enforcement teams involved. In Australia, a tragic shooting at

crime

A Tale of Theft and Consequences: The South American Theft Group's Downfall

December 20, 2025

In a recent court case, two men linked to a group known as the South American Theft Group (SATG) were given prison sentences for their part in a burglary that took place in the Grand Rapids area. The group is suspected of stealing items worth $266, 000 from a home. The two men, William David Villarr

sports

The Journey of Gracen Halton: From San Diego to SEC Stardom

December 20, 2025

Gracen Halton might not be a household name in college football, but his journey is inspiring. He's not a five-star recruit or a high school All-American, yet he's become a key player for the Oklahoma Sooners. His story is about hard work, faith, and a big decision that changed his path. Gracen was

sports

Kip Lewis: The Texas Tornado on the Football Field

December 20, 2025

Kip Lewis, a standout linebacker for the Oklahoma Sooners, has become a force to be reckoned with on the defensive side of the ball. Hailing from Carthage, Texas, Lewis is no stranger to competition, growing up in a large, athletic family. His father, George Lewis Sr. , played college basketball and

politics

U. S. Politicians Push Pentagon to Blacklist More Chinese Tech Companies

December 20, 2025

A group of nine U. S. politicians recently sent a letter to the Pentagon. They want the defense department to add more Chinese tech companies to a special list. This list includes companies that the U. S. believes help China's military. The politicians want to add companies like DeepSeek, Xiaomi, a

politics

Czech Ammo Plan for Ukraine: What's Next?

December 20, 2025

The Czech Republic's plan to supply Ukraine with artillery shells is in a bit of a limbo. The new government, led by Prime Minister Andrej Babis, has been talking about cutting back on military aid. This has raised questions about the future of the Czech-led ammunition scheme. Before becoming prime