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Who Really Started the Conflict Between Russia and Ukraine?

December 20, 2025

Hungary's Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán, recently made some bold statements about the Russia-Ukraine war. He questioned who actually started the conflict and criticized Western leaders for backing Ukraine. Orbán argued that Ukraine is not as small as some might think and that it's not entirely clear

weather

Holiday Travel: Weather Woes Across the Nation

December 20, 2025

Holiday travel this Friday might be a bit of a hassle due to wild weather across the country. The Northeast is bracing for strong winds and heavy rain, while the West is dealing with fire risks and storms. In the Northeast, a massive storm is moving east, bringing strong winds and rain. Areas from

environment

Weather Science in Peril: A Risky Move by the Trump Administration

December 20, 2025

The Trump administration has sparked concern among scientists and officials by planning to break up the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), a key institution for weather, wildfire, and climate science. This decision comes amid tensions between President Donald Trump and Colorado Governo

weather

Weekend Weather Watch: Rain in the West, Clouds in the East

December 20, 2025

The weather in Türkiye is set to change over the weekend. Western parts of the country will see rain, while the rest will have partly cloudy skies. The weather experts have shared their predictions. On Saturday, no rain is expected anywhere in Türkiye. The southern and southwestern areas will have

weather

Sudden Snow Chaos: What Went Down in Pennsylvania?

December 20, 2025

Pennsylvania faced a sudden snow squall on Friday afternoon, causing chaos for over 2 million people. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a warning at 2:45 p. m. ET, which was initially set to expire by 3:15 p. m. However, the warning was extended until 4 p. m. due to the worsening conditions.

politics

Russia's Economy: Can Sanctions Really Change Putin's Mind?

December 20, 2025

Russia's economy is facing tough times. Inflation is high, the budget deficit is growing, and oil and gas revenues are dropping. But don't expect Putin to stop the war in Ukraine anytime soon. Experts say Russia can keep fighting for years, even with Western sanctions. The Kremlin is managing the e

environment

Plastic's Hidden Pathways: Tracing Non-Floating Debris Around the Iberian Peninsula

December 20, 2025

The ocean's plastic problem is not just about what floats. While the world focuses on surface plastics, a silent accumulation is happening below. Recent research used advanced computer models to track non-floating plastics around the Iberian Peninsula. This isn't just about seeing where plastics go.

religion

A Call for Honest Talk About Islam and Terrorism

December 19, 2025

In the wake of recent violent events, like the shooting at Bondi Beach in Australia, a pressing question arises: How should the West address the role of Islam in global terrorism? Actor James Woods recently sparked a heated debate on the social media platform X. He highlighted the targeting of Jews

business

Is MCE Really a Better Deal for Contra Costa County?

December 19, 2025

MCE, or Marin Clean Energy, has been making waves in Contra Costa County. It promised cheaper and greener energy, breaking PG&E's monopoly. But is it really delivering? MCE is now mostly a Contra Costa operation. Fifteen of its nineteen cities, plus unincorporated areas, have joined. That's more cu

politics

Russians' Big Questions for Putin: War and Money Matters

December 19, 2025

Russians are getting ready for their president's yearly live Q&A. A recent survey shows that people are most worried about two big things: the ongoing war and the struggling economy. The survey, done by the independent Levada Center, asked over 1, 600 Russians what they wanted to ask Putin. A lot o