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Gaza's Future: New Leaders and Soldiers on the Way

December 20, 2025

The U. S. has big plans for Gaza. They want to set up new leaders and bring in soldiers from other countries. This is all to keep the peace after a shaky truce. The U. S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, talked about this at a recent press event. He said the current situation in Gaza is not working

politics

Bangladesh Faces Turmoil: Youth Leader's Death Sparks Nationwide Unrest

December 20, 2025

Bangladesh is on high alert. Police and paramilitary forces are out in full force in Dhaka. They are preparing for the funeral of a young leader. His name is Sharif Osman Hadi. He was a key figure in the student-led uprising. This uprising toppled the longtime Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, last yea

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

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Myanmar Faces Genocide Accusations in Global Court

December 19, 2025

Myanmar is facing serious accusations. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will hear a case against Myanmar. It starts on January 12th. It will run until January 29th. The case is about genocide against the Rohingya Muslims. Gambia is the one bringing the case. Gambia is a Muslim-majority coun

science

Rice Resistance: A Closer Look at Bangladeshi Varieties

December 19, 2025

Bangladesh's rice fields are under siege from bacterial leaf blight (BLB), a disease that can wipe out entire crops. But not all hope is lost. Scientists have been on the hunt for rice varieties that can stand up to this pesky plant predator. They've zeroed in on five key resistance genes: Xa4, Xa5,

politics

Trump's New Walkway: A Controversial Twist on Presidential History

December 18, 2025

President Donald Trump has recently added a series of contentious plaques to his newly created Presidential Walk of Fame. This walkway, located in the West Wing, features portraits of all former presidents, except for the current one, Joe Biden. The plaques, written in Trump's distinctive style, off

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White House Displays Controversial Plaques

December 18, 2025

The White House has added new plaques that criticize former presidents Joe Biden and Barack Obama. These plaques are placed under portraits in the "Presidential Walk of Fame, " a recent addition to the White House colonnade. The plaque under Biden's portrait calls him "Sleepy Joe" and claims he is

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White House Plaques Stir Controversy

December 18, 2025

The White House has added new plaques under photos of former presidents, taking a critical stance on Trump's Democratic predecessors. This move is unusual because the White House is usually seen as a symbol of unity. Trump, however, has used it to express his political views and rewrite history. Th

entertainment

A Towering Symbol of Peace Takes Over New York

December 16, 2025

In the heart of New York City, a massive sandstone Buddha statue is set to make a bold statement. This 27-foot-tall figure, crafted by artist Tuan Andrew Nguyen, will stand tall on the High Line's Plinth in 2026. The statue, named \"The Light That Shines Through the Universe, \" is a replica of one

politics

Afghan Allies Caught in Political Crossfire

December 16, 2025

The U. S. is in a tough spot when it comes to Afghan immigrants. Some Republicans are breaking ranks with the Trump administration over strict new rules that block Afghans who helped U. S. troops from entering the country. This has created a divide in the party, with some lawmakers speaking out agai