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The Bear Beneath: Altadena Home Becomes a Wildlife Standoff
A 550-pound bear hides under an Altadena home; wildlife crews attempt a careful extraction, highlighting human-wildlife conflicts in suburban areas.
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From Earnings to Deposits: How Beneficiaries Can Prevent Payment Disruptions
Social Security beneficiaries are advised to review earnings, update tax withholding, and confirm direct deposit before Dec. 31 to prevent payment issues in 2026.
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From Petri Dishes to Battlefields: Cambridge Startups Pivot Toward Defense
Cambridge life sciences slowdown prompts startups to pivot toward defense technologies, blending innovation, strategic funding, and ethical complexity
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Hot Lahar Floods From Mount Semeru Enter Residential Areas in Sumber Langsep, Lumajang — Several Zones Isolated
Hot lahar floods from Mount Semeru entered homes in Sumber Langsep, isolating parts of the village and disrupting access for residents
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The U.S. Cuts Immigrant Work-Permit Validity From 5 Years to 18 Months — Major Impact on Asylum Seekers and Green-Card Applicants
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services reduces work-permit validity from five years to 18 months, affecting refugees, asylum seekers, and immigrants awaiting status adjustment.
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Families of People Killed in UPS Cargo Plane Crash Sue Carrier for Wrongful Death
Families of victims from the recent UPS cargo plane crash have filed a lawsuit against the carrier, alleging negligence and demanding accountability for the tragic incident that claimed multiple lives. The lawsuit highlights safety concerns and seeks compensation for emotional and financial losses endured by the grieving families.
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Floods Submerge Houses and Agricultural Land in Karangligar Village, Karawang
Heavy flooding in Karangligar Village, West Telukjambe District, Karawang has submerged hundreds of homes, rice fields, and major roads, impacting residents and farmland.
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UN Agency Reports Damage to Chernobyl Protective Shield Protecting Stricken Nuclear Unit
A UN agency says the protective shield over the Chernobyl nuclear plant has sustained structural damage, raising concerns about long-term containment and safety.
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At Least 11 Killed in South Africa Mass Shooting
At least 11 people have been killed and others injured in a mass shooting incident in South Africa, authorities confirm as investigations continue.
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Beijing Issues Warning to Foreign Press in Hong Kong Over Fire Reporting
China warns foreign media in Hong Kong over coverage of a major fire incident, emphasizing adherence to local laws and “accurate reporting” amid rising tensions over press freedom.
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“Candles, Cake — and Chaos: A Life-Changing Night in Stockton”
A man who attended the Stockton birthday party at the center of a deadly mass shooting has been arrested for a parole violation; investigators continue searching for the gunmen behind the attack.
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Courage in Transit — Venezuela’s Opposition Leader Heads to Oslo Despite Threats
Despite being branded a “fugitive” by Venezuelan authorities, María Corina Machado will travel to Oslo on December 10 to accept the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize — a bold act of resistance.
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Between Water and Ruin — Asia’s Flood-Ravaged Communities Plead for Relief
Catastrophic floods across Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and neighboring countries have killed over 1,750 people, displaced hundreds of thousands, and slowed recovery as fresh rains hinder relief efforts.
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Soft Snow, Hard Freeze — A Weekend of Winter’s Return to Southern Minnesota
Southern Minnesota braces for accumulating snow Saturday, especially near I-90, followed by a sharp drop in temperatures — ushering in a deeper winter chill across the region.
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Mountains Mourn at Washington’s Crossroads: A State Questions Its National Guard Mission
A shooting that killed one and wounded another from the West Virginia National Guard has sparked debate statewide over whether sending Guardspeople to distant cities remains justified.
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From Convenience to Courtroom: Cities Fight Ultra-Processed Foods
San Francisco sues major food companies over ultra-processed foods high in sugar, salt, and fat, citing public health risks and healthcare burdens.
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From Fear to Pinpoint: The Promise and Peril of a Stalker-Tracking App
Reports that South Korea may develop an app to show victims the exact location of a nearby stalker raise complex questions — promising protection, yet posing privacy and safety risks.
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Rated at Three: The Curious Claim of the World’s Youngest Chess Prodigy
A widely circulated claim says a three-year-old once received an official FIDE rating — a record-smashing youth milestone, though concrete evidence remains elusive.
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When Tranquility Becomes a Title: Iceland as the Earth’s ‘Safest’ Nation
Iceland is widely celebrated as the world’s safest country — low crime, social trust, stability — though “safest place on Earth” remains more aspiration than official title.
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When Snow Beasts Fade: Why Mount Zao’s Monsters Are Shrinking
The legendary “snow monsters” on Mount Zao — icy, snow-clad trees shaped by winter storms — are shrinking, raising alarm about climate change’s impact on fragile wintry landscapes.
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When the Earth Trembled: How a 14th-Century Sky May Have Shaped the Black Death
A theory suggests volcanic eruptions in 1345 triggered climate shifts that helped set the stage for the Black Death. The idea reshapes how historians interpret the plague’s deadly origins.
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Cities Growing, Water Disappearing: Africa and Asia’s Looming Water Crisis
Rapid population and urban growth across Africa and Asia may leave millions in sprawling cities without reliable water access — a silent crisis that could reshape millions of lives.
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Flash Floods Sweep Logs Ashore in Batang Toru, North Sumatra
Flash floods in Batang Toru Subdistrict, North Sumatra, have washed numerous logs ashore, causing disruption and raising environmental concerns
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Between Mud and Mercy: Sumatra’s Struggle, and the Hands That Reach Out Echoes of Water
Floods and landslides in Aceh, North Sumatra and West Sumatra killed over 860 people, with more than 500 missing. The military deployed bridges, water purifiers, airdrops and other aid to reach isolated communities; displaced residents still face uncertainty and hope for recovery.
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