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Standing Up for Faith in Public

December 21, 2025

People from many different religions came together to talk about something important. They don't all believe the same things or follow the same rules. But they do agree on one thing: everyone should be able to show their faith in public without fear. Recently, there was a terrible attack on Jewish

opinion

A Decade of Hope: How a Florida Nonprofit is Changing Lives

December 21, 2025

A nonprofit in Florida just hit a big milestone. Better Together celebrated 10 years of hard work. They've helped almost 100, 000 people and kept over 12, 000 kids out of foster care. That's a huge deal! The group works with local churches and volunteers. They step in before families hit rock botto

crime

Sudan's Forgotten Crisis: The Human Cost of Darfur's Fall

December 20, 2025

The recent takeover of El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has intensified the ongoing civil war in Sudan. This conflict, raging for nearly three years, has reached a grim turning point with the RSF gaining near-total control of the region. The RSF's brutal act

crime

A Peaceful Community Shaken by Shocking Violence

December 20, 2025

Bonnyrigg, a quiet suburb in Sydney's west, is known for its rich cultural diversity. With a population of under 10, 000, it's home to a mix of cultures, languages, and faiths. You'll find a mosque, four Buddhist temples, and three churches all within a short distance. Over 80% of households speak a

religion

Keeping Faith Safe: Why We Need to Protect Our Sacred Spaces

December 20, 2025

In the United States, where freedom of religion is a cornerstone, places of worship used to be seen as safe and sacred. Sadly, that's not the case anymore. Recent events show a troubling trend. Protests have turned violent, targeting synagogues and other religious sites. These are not just random in

politics

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

finance

The United Nations' Money Problem: A Rule That Hurts More Than Helps

December 20, 2025

The United Nations is facing a unique challenge. A rule that seems outdated is causing trouble. This rule says if the U. N. doesn't spend money because countries pay late or not at all, it has to return that money. This could mean giving back nearly $300 million next year. That's a lot of money, esp

politics

Bangladesh Burns: Student's Death Sparks Nationwide Protests

December 19, 2025

In Bangladesh, the death of a key student activist has set off a wave of protests. Sharif Osman bin Hadi, 32, passed away in a Singapore hospital. He had been fighting for his life since being shot in the head on December 12th. Hadi was a vocal opponent of the former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's g

finance

Tech Giants Strike a Deal: TikTok Gets a Stay of Execution

December 19, 2025

TikTok, the popular video-sharing app, has managed to avoid a ban in the United States. This came after a deal was struck with Oracle, a major tech company. The deal means TikTok can keep operating in the U. S. for now. Oracle's stock price went up after the news. This is a big win for TikTok and it

lifestyle

A Fresh Take on Food Criticism in Washington

December 19, 2025

In a surprising move, the new food critic for a major Washington publication has shaken up the scene. Instead of heading to a fancy restaurant, he took a team to a church cafeteria. This choice shows his plan to change how food criticism works in the city. The new critic, Elazar Sontag, started his