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Boeing’s Latest Product Isn’t a Plane. It’s Called the GLSDB, an Improved Bomb On Its Way to Ukraine

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The GLSDB returns to the battlefield with enhancements that improve its resistance to electronic warfare, ensuring it remains effective in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

The COVID-19 Pandemic Has Had an Expected Effect on American Restaurants: It’s Boosted Their Productivity

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A recent study links higher profitability to an increase in visits lasting 10 minutes or less.

U.S. Egg Shortage: Finland Says Sorry, Declines to Send Eggs to America

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Solving America's egg crisis isn't as easy as simply buying more eggs from other countries.

Canada Wanted the U.S. to Get a Taste of Its Own Medicine, So It Targeted Coffee: Don’t Say ‘Americano,’ Say ‘Canadiano’

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A movement is underway to rename a beverage that isn’t even American.

The Number of Young Chinese Students Enrolled in Japanese Art Schools Has Surged Significantly. It’s a Springboard for Long-Term Residency

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As Chinese migration continues to rise, the interaction between the two cultures deepens. This marks a new era of integration with Japan.

In 1759, Pirates Bought an Island in the U.S. Its Inhabitants Have Spoken a Variation of English That No One Understands Ever Since

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The Hoi Toider is a living testimony to Ocracoke’s history, reflecting the intermingling of sailors, pirates, and Native Americans.

Ukraine’s Problem Isn’t Just a Shortage of Weapons. It’s Also the U.S.’ Capability to Disable Supplied Artillery Remotely

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Current military technology and weaponry are so reliant on software that even advanced fighter jets like the F-35 can be rendered inoperable.

North Korea Eliminates Doubts About Its Alliance With Russia by Announcing Its First Nuclear-Powered Submarine

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The announcement clearly indicates that North Korea is continuing to expand its arms race and nuclear capabilities.

In California, Even Politicians Think Bigfoot Is Important. One Wants to Officially Recognize It by Law

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The legend of Bigfoot is no laughing matter in California. It's such a big deal that one politician wants to enshrine it in law.

While the Rest of Japan Shrinks, Tokyo Grows. This Phenomenon Has a Name: Ikkyoku Shūchū

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Japan has struggled with centralization for years, but in 2025, officials announced measures to combat it.

As Japan Moves Away From Paper Porn, Its Streets Feel the Impact

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Drop boxes for pornographic magazines, first introduced in the 1960s, are gradually disappearing.

Texas Helped Big Betters Buy a $95 Million Jackpot. Now, It’s Investigating Whether There Was Foul Play

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After a single player bought millions of tickets to guarantee they won the $95 million Texas Lottery, some are wondering if there was more happening behind-the-scenes.

This NASA Image Reveals the Latest U.S. Project: Turning an Abandoned Island Into a Global Weapons Delivery Base

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The return of Johnston Atoll to military use reflects the growing importance of ultra-fast logistics in modern conflicts.

Eggs Are Getting So Expensive in the U.S. That Some Companies Have Found an Unusual Solution: Renting Out Chickens

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Due to the skyrocketing cost of eggs in the country, several companies are making good money from renting out hens that lay eggs.

The Trump Administration Briefly Considered Putting the FBI’s Headquarters for Sale. Then, It Changed Its Mind

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When getting rid of government property is the goal, sometimes people decide to sell the FBI's headquarters by accident.

Japan’s Paradox: The Country Keeps Attracting Tourists, But Only 17% of Its Citizens Own a Passport

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Japan has established itself as one of the most appealing tourist destinations in the world. Yet, the Japanese people themselves travel very little.

Thousands of Years Later, the Great Wall of China Is Still Revealing Secrets: It Turns Out It’s Older Than We Thought

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A 2024 archaeological mission uncovered a previously unknown section of the Great Wall of China. This newly discovered section predates the rest of the structure by approximately 300 years.