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Corpse Comes Alive!
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Philae Touches Down
European Space Agency makes history today The Rosetta Spacecraft launched its probe, called Philae. Philae successfully landed on the surface of comet 67P. This is the first time in history a craft has landed on a comet. Philae is about the size of a home washing machine. Its 2 harpoons, meant to anchor it to the comet, failed to fire. …
Russian Tanks in Ukraine
Ukraine accuses Russia of sending tanks into territory Ukraine has accused Russia of sending tanks into its territory. Russia denies the accusations. In Sept, Ukraine and pro-Russian rebels signed a ceasefire. But tensions in southeastern Ukraine have increased recently. On Sunday, rebels held elections fueling the conflict. Russia faces pressure from West to reject the election results. NATO is looking …
Feeding Homeless Illegal
90-year-old arrested for feeding homeless in Florida Arnold Abbott is 90 years old and lives in Fort Lauderdale, FL. He started a charity called Love Thy Neighbor. He’s been feeding the homeless since 1991. City leaders passed an ordinance against public food sharing. Mayor says feeding homeless keeps them in a poverty cycle. Police say they will arrest anyone involved …
Midterm Elections in USA
Exit polls show voters angry at Obama and Republicans in Congress The US midterm elections are today. The Democrat-controlled Senate could swing to Republicans. Republicans need just 6 seats to control the upper house. 10 states in particular are in contentious battles. All 435 seats in the House are on the ballot as well. Democrats are unlikely to take control …
German Town Off Grid
Town of Feldheim uses 100% alternative energy Feldheim is near Berlin and has a population of 150. The town gets all of its energy from alternative sources. Electricity comes from a wind farm. A biogas plant powered by local pig manure provides heat. The project was paid for by local villagers and subsidies. Germany plans to shut off nuclear power …
FBI Most-Wanted Caught
Eric Frien captured in airport building in Pennsylvania Eric Frein opened fire on the Blooming Grove PD on Sept. 12. He killed Trooper Bryon Dickson & wounded Alex Douglass. He has been on the run for the last 7 weeks in Pennsylvania. He is a self-described “survivalist”. Frein says he fought in Africa with Serbians. U.S. Marshalls arrested him without …
US & UK Exit Afghanistan
US/UK leave last 2 bases to Afghan military UK and US forces have left Camps Leatherneck and Bastion. The only US troops remaining are on NATO bases. Afghan forces are confident they can maintain the area. The Taliban is a serious threat in this highly-contested area. The fast withdraw could cause more violence in the region. US/UK forces left no …
Hawaii in Hot Lava
Volcano’s lava flow threatens entire district The Kilauea Volcano is one of the most active in the world. It’s on Hawaii’s Big Island and started oozing lava in June. The lava flow is now threatening the village of Pahoa. The lava is 35 feet wide and moves 10 to 20 yards each hour. The lava is nearing homes and major …