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Odesa Under Fire: A City in the Crosshairs

December 20, 2025

In the dead of night, Odesa faced another brutal attack. Russia's relentless strikes on this Black Sea port city have left a grim toll. Eight lives were lost, and 27 more were hurt. The latest assault targeted a port facility in Pivdenne. A bus full of people was caught in the crossfire, adding to t

science

Boosting Battery Performance with a Smart Catalyst Mix

December 20, 2025

Researchers have found a way to make rechargeable zinc-air batteries last longer and work better. They did this by mixing a special catalyst with a smart helper called CeO2. The catalyst, made of iron and cobalt atoms, is good at helping oxygen reactions. But it has problems. It wears out too fast a

politics

Coast Guard Takes Another Ship in the Caribbean

December 20, 2025

The U. S. Coast Guard is busy again. This time, they are stopping a ship in the Caribbean Sea. The ship is near Venezuela. It is one of those ships that the U. S. has put sanctions on. Three U. S. officials say this is happening. But they don't say which ship it is or where exactly it is happening. ...

technology

Building Trust in a Partisan World: Lessons from Wikipedia

December 20, 2025

Wikipedia's co-founder, Jimmy Wales, has a lot to say about trust. His new book, "The Seven Rules of Trust, " talks about how trust can be built in big groups, like businesses, governments, and even online spaces. He believes that trust is built on purpose, being nice, and working together. Wikiped

sports

Kentucky and St. John's: A Clash of Fallen Rankings

December 20, 2025

Kentucky and St. John's are not having the best of times. Both teams started the season with high hopes, but things did not go as planned. Kentucky, once ranked ninth, is now unranked. St. John's, which began at number five, has dropped to number 22. This Saturday, they will face each other in the C

sports

Missouri Betting: Big Wins or Bonus Bets?

December 20, 2025

Missouri sports fans have a lot to look forward to this weekend. Even though the Missouri Tigers aren't playing, there's still plenty of action to bet on. The SEC is in full swing, and the Kansas City Chiefs are taking the field. With the new BetMGM bonus code, new users can get up to $1, 500 in bon

environment

Kenya's Fishy Export Numbers: A Closer Look

December 20, 2025

Kenya's trade in ornamental fish is facing some serious issues. A recent report by TRAFFIC has uncovered big differences between what Kenya says it exports and what other countries say they import. This isn't just about numbers; it's about money, the environment, and how well the country is managing

health

Mindful Science: Bridging Gaps in Mental Health Care

December 20, 2025

In 2005, a new player entered the mental health research scene. Neuro-Behavioral Clinical Research (NBR) was born. It aimed to blend science with a deep sense of care. The goal? To understand the human mind better while helping people in need. NBR doesn't just focus on research. It also works to ma

weather

A Windy Friday in DC: What You Need to Know

December 20, 2025

Friday in the DC area was quite the windy day. The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory that lasted until 10 p. m. But it wasn't just any wind advisory. Washington and Frederick counties in Maryland were under a high wind warning. Why? Because wind gusts could reach up to 60 mph. That's s

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