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China's Military Gaps: Why It's Not Yet a Global Powerhouse

December 1, 2025

China's military has grown a lot. It wants to be as strong as the U. S. in three key areas: information, air, and sea power. But there are big holes in its plans. First, China can't send its military far from home. It has only one base overseas in Djibouti. This base is not enough for big fights fa

entertainment

Mariah Carey Sings for the Amazon: A Star-Studded Call to Action

September 18, 2025

Mariah Carey, the iconic pop star, took the stage in Belem, Brazil, not just to perform but to send a strong message. She was part of a two-day event called "Amazon Live - Today and Forever, " which aimed to highlight the importance of protecting the Amazon rainforest. The concert was special becaus

environment

How Farms and Forests Mix in the Amazon

July 28, 2025

In the eastern Amazon, the health of the forest is a big deal. It's not just about the trees, but also about what's happening around them. People have been trying to figure out how farming and other activities affect the forest. But there's still a lot to learn. A recent study took a close look at

politics

U. S. Stealth Bombers Strike Iran: A Decade in the Making

June 24, 2025

A top-secret mission to strike Iran's nuclear facilities was years in the planning. The operation, called "Operation Midnight Hammer, " was the biggest use of B-2 stealth bombers ever. It also marked the first time 30, 000-pound bunker-buster bombs were used in combat. The mission lasted 30 hours an

health

Veterans in the Pacific: Unseen Struggles with Suicidal Thoughts

June 19, 2025

The Pacific Islands are home to many U. S. Veterans, and sadly, these regions see high suicide rates. A recent study looked into the prevalence of suicidal ideation and non-fatal self-directed violence among Veterans living in Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa. The study also

business

The Unexpected Journey of a Boeing Jet

April 19, 2025

A Boeing 737 Max 8 jet, initially destined for China, took an unexpected trip back to the United States. This journey happened in early 2023, after a long pause in passenger flights. The jet was part of a larger group waiting for final touches at a Boeing facility in Zhoushan, near Shanghai. This re

politics

Four Soldiers Lost in a Tragic Training Exercise

April 3, 2025

A grim week in Lithuania ended with the discovery of four soldiers who had gone missing during a training exercise. The Army has now identified all four individuals. The last soldier to be identified was Staff Sgt. Troy S. Knutson-Collins. He was 28 years old and came from Battle Creek, Michigan. Th

politics

China's Military Moves Near Taiwan: What's Behind It?

December 13, 2024

Tensions are heating up around Taiwan. The island's Defense Ministry reported that China's navy and coast guard have been moving vessels in the Taiwan Strait and the Western Pacific. This comes after Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te visited Hawaii and Guam, which didn't sit well with Beijing. China s

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Taiwan's President Chats with U. S. Leaders During Pacific Tour

December 6, 2024

Taiwan's President Ching-te Lai made a few calls while on a tour of the Pacific region. He was in Guam, his second stop after Hawaii and a couple of other islands. The calls were with some big shots in the U. S. Congress, including the leaders from both sides of the aisle – House Speaker Mike Johnso

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China's Navy Takes Its First Dual Aircraft Carrier Operation Out for a Spin

November 1, 2024

Imagine this: China's navy, the world's largest, just did something brand new. They took two of their aircraft carriers out for a ride in the South China Sea. This isn't just any ordinary cruise, though. The navy was practicing how to work together with both carriers. The stars of the show were CNS