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Putin Welcomes US Peace Proposal for Ukraine While Zelenskyy Faces Difficult Choice
Nov 22, 2025 02:46 am CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has cautiously endorsed a US peace proposal for Ukraine, calling it a potential basis for settlement, while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy acknowledges facing a difficult choice between preserving sovereignty and maintaining crucial US support. The plan reportedly includes territorial concessions to Russia and limitations on Ukraine's military and NATO aspirations, creating tension between Ukraine and its European allies who insist on being consulted in peace negotiations.
Deadly Grizzly Bear Attack in British Columbia Leaves 11 Schoolchildren and Teachers Injured
Nov 22, 2025 02:25 am CST
A terrifying incident unfolded in Bella Coola, British Columbia, where a grizzly bear attacked a group of schoolchildren and teachers on a walking trail, resulting in 11 injuries with two victims in critical condition. Local authorities continue searching for the aggressive bear while the community comes together to support the victims and their families.
China's Revolutionary Nuclear-Resistant Artificial Floating Island: Engineering Marvel Set for 2028 Completion
Nov 22, 2025 02:22 am CST
China is developing the world's first artificial floating island capable of withstanding nuclear blasts. This 78,000-tonne semi-submersible platform will support 238 people for four months without resupply, withstand extreme weather conditions, and incorporate innovative "metamaterial" technology to convert powerful shocks into manageable forces. While officially designated as a scientific research facility, its military-grade specifications reveal dual-purpose capabilities.
Russian Officer Targeted in Sophisticated Ukrainian Intelligence Poisoning Plot Using AI-Generated Romance Scheme
Nov 22, 2025 02:20 am CST
Russia's Federal Security Service claims to have foiled an elaborate assassination attempt where Ukrainian intelligence allegedly used an AI-generated online romance to lure a high-ranking Russian defense official into accepting poisoned beer containing VX nerve agent. The sophisticated plot involved months of digital relationship-building before arranging the deadly gift delivery, which was intercepted before consumption.
Former CIA Officer John Kiriakou Refuses to Apologize for India-Pakistan Conflict Assessment Despite Threats
Nov 22, 2025 02:19 am CST
Former CIA officer John Kiriakou has sparked controversy by refusing to apologize for his assessment that Pakistan would lose in a conventional war with India. After receiving an official demand for apology from Imran Khan's political party and numerous death threats, the counter-terrorism expert and whistleblower responded defiantly, highlighting tensions between intelligence analysts and political sensitivities in South Asian geopolitics.
US Peace Plan Proposes Ukraine Cede Territory Equivalent to Luxembourg's Size to Russia
Nov 22, 2025 02:15 am CST
A US-proposed peace plan for Ukraine would require Kyiv to surrender approximately 2,300 square kilometers of territory—comparable to Luxembourg's size—to Russia without military conflict. The proposal includes creating buffer zones, exchanging some territories, and recognizing Russia's control over Crimea, Donetsk, and Lugansk, effectively having Ukraine cede 20% of its territory while recovering less than 0.5%.
PM Modi and Australian PM Albanese Strengthen Bilateral Ties at G20 Summit Meeting
Nov 22, 2025 01:59 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met in Johannesburg ahead of the G20 Leaders' Summit, reviewing 5 years of Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and discussing cooperation in defense, trade, critical minerals, and security. Both leaders committed to enhancing economic relations and strengthening global counter-terrorism efforts while reaffirming their shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
COP30 Climate Summit: Nations Divided Over Fossil Fuel Phaseout as Brazil's Draft Agreement Falls Short
Nov 22, 2025 12:49 am CST
The UN climate summit COP30 in Belem, Brazil faces a critical impasse as European nations reject the host country's draft agreement for lacking fossil fuel phaseout plans. With nearly 200 countries requiring consensus, the talks highlight deep divisions on climate finance, carbon taxes, and transition pathways while demonstrating the challenges of international climate cooperation in an increasingly fractured world.
Indian-Origin Students Lead UAE Team to Gold at 2025 FIRST Global Robotics Olympics with Innovative Bio-Preservation System
Nov 21, 2025 11:58 pm CST
A team of Indian-origin students representing the UAE has won gold at the 2025 FIRST Global Challenge, known as the "Olympics of Robotics." Their innovative project 'STASH' offers an electricity-free bio-preservation system for endangered species using sodium alginate hydrogel technology, marking UAE's first top prize in 36 years at this prestigious global competition held in Panama City.
Trump's Golden Dome Missile Shield Faces Significant Delays Following Government Shutdown and Budget Challenges
Nov 21, 2025 10:00 pm CST
President Trump's ambitious $175 billion Golden Dome missile defense initiative is experiencing substantial delays due to the 43-day government shutdown and lack of a clear spending plan for the initial $25 billion allocation. Despite a commitment to protect the continental US by 2028, the program faces staffing shortages, architectural uncertainties, and contractor concerns about development costs, particularly for space-based interceptors. Pentagon officials remain secretive about progress while working to integrate early-warning systems against various missile threats.