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mercy corps

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

sports

Local High School Athletes Shine in Recent Games

December 20, 2025

High school athletes from the Cincinnati area had a strong showing in recent games. Lebanon's boys basketball team won back-to-back games. Deer Park also had a big win, beating Finneytown by 13 points. Bellevue's team had a successful week, winning two away games. The girls basketball teams also di

sports

MarcAnthony Parker: The Man Behind the Navy Uniform

December 13, 2025

MarcAnthony Parker, a standout linebacker for the Navy Midshipmen, has made a name for himself on the football field. With 88 tackles in just 11 games, he's become a key player for the team. But who is MarcAnthony Parker beyond his stats? Born and raised in Fredericksburg, Virginia, Parker comes fr

crime

Justice Delayed, But Not Denied: Mississippi Man Released After Decade in Prison

December 13, 2025

A man in Mississippi, Marcus Taylor, has been freed after spending a decade behind bars for a crime that should have only kept him there for half that time. The governor, Tate Reeves, stepped in and said enough is enough. He pointed out that the sentence was clearly against the law, as the maximum p

politics

Justice for All? The U. S. and Its Drug War Double Standards

December 12, 2025

The U. S. has always been vocal about its fight against drugs. It talks tough on crime and claims to be a leader in the fight against drug trafficking. But recent events have raised eyebrows and sparked some serious questions. A former president of Honduras, Juan Orlando Hernández, was recently par

politics

Heavy Fighting in Pokrovsk as Russia Pushes Forward

December 11, 2025

In the eastern city of Pokrovsk, Ukrainian troops are holding their ground against a significant Russian attack. This clash is happening while the United States is pushing for a deal to stop the war. Russia has been trying to take over Pokrovsk for months, seeing it as a key part of their plan to co

science

Oldest Fire Starter Found in England

December 10, 2025

In a field in eastern England, scientists have found proof that humans made fire a long time ago. This is the oldest proof ever found. The proof includes baked earth, broken flint axes, and two pieces of pyrite. Pyrite is a type of stone that can make sparks. This shows that early humans, likely Nea

technology

Apple's App Store: A Safe Haven for Sanctioned Apps?

December 10, 2025

Apple's App Store has come under fire for allowing apps linked to U. S. -sanctioned entities to operate undetected. A recent report from the Tech Transparency Project identified 52 apps connected to organizations on the Treasury Department's Specially Designated Nationals (SDNs) list. These entities

politics

Press Freedom at Risk: Big News Outlets Fight Pentagon's New Rules

December 4, 2025

The New York Times has taken a stand against the Pentagon's new press policy. This policy, introduced last month, forces journalists to accept that they could be labeled security risks. If they do, they might lose their Pentagon press badges. The badges are important. They show that journalists have

politics

A Surprising Pardon: Trump Frees Texas Congressman

December 4, 2025

President Donald Trump made headlines by pardoning Texas Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife. This move came as a shock to many, especially since Cuellar has been vocal against President Joe Biden's immigration policies. Trump claimed that the couple was targeted for their political views, ca