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South Korea's Political Rollercoaster: A Leader Returns

March 24, 2025

South Korea is back to having a prime minister. The country's highest court decided to bring back Prime Minister Han Duck-soo to his job as acting president. The court's decision might not tell us much about what will happen with President Yoon Suk Yeol's own impeachment case. Yoon is still facing

weather

Fires and Floods: A Double Whammy for the Carolinas

March 24, 2025

The Carolinas are facing a tough time. Two states are dealing with multiple wildfires. These fires are burning thousands of acres. The fires are a result of a hurricane that hit the area a few months ago. The hurricane left behind a lot of debris. This debris is making it hard for firefighters t

science

Mercury's Hidden Path: Unveiling Exposure in South American Marine Mammals

March 22, 2025

Mercury is a sneaky element that comes in three different forms. The most troublesome form is methylmercury. It can easily slip through cellular barriers and build up in the bodies of marine mammals. In fact, over 90 percent of the mercury in these animals is in this form. This is a big deal because

health

The Cultural Hurdles in Heart Health Recovery

March 22, 2025

Heart issues are a big deal for South Asian folks living outside the Indian subcontinent. They face higher death rates and more hospital visits due to heart problems than white people. Yet, they are not taking part in cardiac rehabilitation programs as much as they should. These programs are crucial

health

Why South Indian Kids Are Struggling With Weight and Health Issues

March 20, 2025

In South India, a growing number of children and teens are facing weight problems. This is not just about how they look. It's about their health. Experts are trying to figure out why this is happening and how it affects their bodies. First, let's talk about the main causes. What makes a child or te

crime

Trouble in the Ice: A Research Team's Dark Turn

March 18, 2025

A team of researchers in Antarctica is facing a serious issue. One of their members is accused of attacking and harassing colleagues. This is happening at the SANAE IV base, a remote research station in Antarctica. The team is stuck there for over a year, with the next supply ship not due until Dece

crime

A South Dakota Tragedy: The Unsolved Mystery of Sahela Sangrait

March 17, 2025

A grim discovery in March shook the small town of Box Elder, South Dakota. A hiker stumbled upon the remains of Sahela Sangrait, a 21-year-old woman who had been missing since August. The Pennington County Sheriff's Office confirmed that her body had been decomposing for months. This was not just a

weather

East Coast on Alert as Storms March Eastward

March 16, 2025

A powerful storm system is heading towards the East Coast, bringing with it a mix of severe weather conditions. This system has already left a trail of destruction across the Midwest and South, claiming at least 36 lives. The East Coast, particularly the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions, is bracin

politics

Diplomatic Drama: South Africa and the US in a Tangle

March 16, 2025

The US government recently kicked out South Africa's ambassador, Ebrahim Rasool. This move was a response to comments Rasool made about the MAGA movement. Why the anger? Rasool suggested that the MAGA movement was driven by fears of demographic change in the US. The US government saw this as an

sports

Tennessee's Triumph: A Hard-Fought SEC Victory

March 16, 2025

Tennessee Volunteers, ranked eighth, secured a thrilling 70-65 victory over the third-ranked Auburn Tigers. This win marks Tennessee's first appearance in the SEC Tournament championship game since 2022. The Volunteers, seeded fourth, avenged their January loss to Auburn and their 2019 defeat in the