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A Big Win in Virginia: Mega Millions Hits $348 Million

June 28, 2025

In mid-2025, Virginia struck gold with a massive Mega Millions win. On June 27, a lucky ticket matched all six numbers, snagging an estimated $348 million prize, or $155. 5 million in cash. This win marked the fourth jackpot of the year and the tenth for Virginia, their biggest yet. The jackpot had

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Israel's Military Moves: A New Middle East?

June 28, 2025

Israel has made some big moves lately. In less than two years, it has changed the balance of power in the Middle East. After a surprise attack caught them off guard, Israel struck back hard. They targeted Iran and its allies, like Hamas and Hezbollah. This wasn't just a few small fights. It was a se

technology

Tiny Tech: China's New Mini Drones and Their Big Potential

June 26, 2025

China has introduced a new type of tiny drone, about the size of a mosquito. These small drones are being developed for special missions, like gathering information on the battlefield without being noticed. The drone, created at a military university in Hunan province, is incredibly small—just 2 cen

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A Fresh Face in NYC Politics: Zohran Mamdani's Unexpected Rise

June 26, 2025

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state lawmaker, has made waves in New York City politics. Born in Uganda to Indian parents, he moved to New York City at a young age. His mother is the acclaimed filmmaker Mira Nair, and his father is a professor at Columbia University. Mamdani's journey to politics is

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Fair Play or Foul? The Debate Over Trans Athletes in California

June 26, 2025

California is in hot water with the federal government over its stance on transgender athletes in school sports. The U. S. Department of Education has accused the state of violating the civil rights of female students by allowing transgender athletes to compete according to their gender identity. Th

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California in a Tight Spot Over Trans Athletes and Title IX

June 26, 2025

California is in hot water with the federal government. The U. S. Department of Education says the state broke Title IX rules by letting transgender girls compete in female sports. They want California to change its ways or face serious consequences, like losing federal funding. The issue started w

health

Nurses in the Storm: How Political Chaos Tests Future Healers

June 26, 2025

Being a nursing student is tough. It's like trying to run a marathon while solving complex puzzles. You have to learn a lot of theory and also get good at practical skills. But imagine doing all this in a place where political violence is common. That's the reality for many nursing students in confl

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Gaza Aid Efforts Under Fire: Who's Really Helping?

June 25, 2025

In Gaza, a heated debate is happening about how aid is being delivered. The U. N. agency helping Palestinian refugees, led by Philippe Lazzarini, has strong words for a new aid group backed by the U. S. and Israel. Lazzarini calls it a "death trap, " saying it's causing more harm than good. People

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UK Law's Blind Spot: How Colourism Gets Ignored

June 24, 2025

In the UK, the legal system has a big problem. It's not addressing colourism. Colourism is discrimination based on skin tone. It's a real issue, but the law acts like it doesn't exist. The law protects people from racism. It includes "race" as a protected characteristic. But "race" is not the same

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Healthcare on the Chopping Block: California's Fight to Protect Medi-Cal

June 24, 2025

California's Democrats and healthcare experts are up in arms about a new Republican plan. They say it could slash Medicaid funding, leaving millions without care. This isn't just about numbers. It's about real people, real lives, and real consequences. At the center of the storm is a bill nicknamed