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China conducting military drills around Taiwan, demonstrating blockade capabilities

By Emily Feng

Published December 30, 2025 at 6:50 AM EST

China is conducting big military drills that encircle the island of Taiwan on Tuesday, demonstrating its ability to blockade Taiwan completely.

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Undercover documentary reveals Russia's propaganda efforts after invasion of Ukraine

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Volunteers collect pine needles to help figure out how PFAS get into the environment

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Thousands watch livestream of Maine family's food pantry for deer

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A three-generation family in Maine set up a camera to capture their deer-feeding station. Thousands watch online as hundreds of white-tailed deer enjoy the food at Brownville's Food Pantry for Deer.
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