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A Week of Shocking Events and Big Announcements

December 20, 2025

A man suspected of killing two students at Brown University and an MIT professor was found dead in a storage unit. He was a former student at Brown and had no criminal record in the US. The six-day manhunt ended with praise for the law enforcement teams involved. In Australia, a tragic shooting at

crypto

Big Names Back Abu Dhabi's Blockchain Boom

December 20, 2025

Big finance players are jumping into Abu Dhabi's blockchain scene. BlackRock, Mastercard, and Franklin Templeton have all teamed up with the ADI Foundation. This shows they believe in blockchain tech that follows the rules. The ADI Foundation is making waves. It's building a blockchain network that

health

Bird Flu in Wisconsin: What You Need to Know

December 20, 2025

A new case of bird flu in Wisconsin has been confirmed, but it's not linked to the earlier outbreaks. The U. S. Department of Agriculture made this announcement on a Friday. This specific strain, called H5N1 clade 2. 3. 4. 4b genotype D1. 1, was identified through detailed genetic testing. Most bir

business

U. S. Navy's New Small Combat Ships: A Familiar Design Takes the Lead

December 19, 2025

The U. S. Navy has picked Ingalls Shipbuilding to create and construct new small surface combatant (SSC) ships. These ships will be based on the design of the Legend-class national security cutters, which Ingalls has already built for the U. S. Coast Guard. This decision makes sense because Ingalls

lifestyle

Patten's Fight for Recovery After Devastating Fire

December 19, 2025

In the small town of Patten, Maine, a recent fire has left a significant mark. The blaze started early Wednesday morning, consuming the Outback Garage and causing extensive damage to nearby buildings. The fire spread quickly, destroying the garage, an upstairs apartment, and the Hathaways Apartments

politics

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

finance

Crypto ETFs: Simplifying Investments in a Complex Market

December 19, 2025

Investing in crypto is getting easier, thanks to a new wave of crypto index ETFs. These funds bundle together different cryptocurrencies, making it simpler for investors to get broad exposure without picking individual tokens. Since the start of 2024, US spot crypto ETFs have pulled in over $70 bil

environment

Gaza's Displaced Struggle Against Harsh Weather and War's Aftermath

December 18, 2025

The people of Gaza are facing a tough situation. They are already dealing with the effects of war. Now, heavy rains are making things worse. Many have lost their homes. They live in tents or makeshift shelters. These are not strong enough to protect them from the rain and wind. A worker from a UN a

crime

ISIS: Still a Threat or Just a Shadow?

December 17, 2025

ISIS, once a powerful force controlling large parts of Iraq and Syria, is now a shadow of its former self. But recent events suggest the group still has influence, even if it's not as strong as before. Experts say ISIS is not as organized as it used to be. The group's leadership is scattered, and i

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