Waqar Khan
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Live Updates: At Least 11 Killed in Shooting at Australia’s Bondi Beach
In a shocking and tragic incident on Sunday, December 14, 2025, a mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia has left at least 11 people dead and dozens injured, according to police and multiple live reports. Authorities have described the attack as a targeted assault on the Jewish community during a Hanukkah celebration, urging the public to stay away from the area as investigations continue.
By Waqar Khan28 days ago in Journal
Super-Flu on the Rise: What the New H3N2 Wave Means for You and Your Family
This winter, health officials around the world are watching a faster-spreading influenza A(H3N2) variant — often called subclade K — that’s driving earlier and sharper spikes in flu cases in several countries. The technical name matters because this specific H3N2 evolution is less well matched to some vaccines and has shown rapid spread in recent months. Public health agencies say the good news is there’s no clear evidence yet the virus causes more severe illness per case, but the combination of high spread + imperfect vaccine match can still mean more hospitalizations overall.
By Waqar Khan30 days ago in Psyche
The First Light of Winter
The Quiet Ritual of the First Light Winter always arrives quietly where I live. It doesn’t crash in with the dramatic snowfall that blankets cities in storybooks, nor does it roar with the kind of wind that rattles old windows. Instead, it appears like a soft exhale—cooler evenings, paler mornings, and a hush that settles over the neighborhood long before I’m ready for it. Every year, this hush nudges me toward a ritual I didn’t realize I’d inherited until adulthood: the ritual of the first morning light.
By Waqar Khanabout a month ago in Humans
The Rise of Eco-Friendly Living: Why Sustainable Choices Are Becoming a Global Movement
Sustainable living is no longer just a trend—it has quietly grown into a global movement shaped by people who want cleaner homes, healthier lives, and a better planet for the next generation. Across the UK, the USA, and Europe, more families are choosing eco-friendly products, reducing waste, and making small lifestyle changes that are now creating a large global impact. What makes this shift powerful is how simple and practical it has become. Anyone, anywhere, can take part in it.
By Waqar Khanabout a month ago in Earth
The Rise of AI Video Generators: How Smart Tools Are Changing Content Creation in 2025
Artificial intelligence has changed many parts of our daily digital life, but in 2025, one trend is standing above everything else: AI video generators. These tools are not just growing—they are exploding in popularity across the U.S., the U.K., and globally. From YouTubers to marketers, teachers, small businesses, and everyday users, everyone is now turning to AI video tools for faster, cheaper, and more creative video production.
By Waqar Khanabout a month ago in Futurism
Australia’s Bold Move: Why the Social Media Ban for Children. Is Shaking the Internet
Australia has stepped into the global spotlight after announcing a sweeping plan to restrict social media access for children and teenagers. The country’s decision has triggered conversations across the world, especially among parents, lawmakers, tech companies, and young users who rely on these platforms daily. The move is being described as one of the strongest actions taken by a major nation to protect young people online. As digital safety concerns continue to grow, Australia’s strategy could become a model for other countries—or a warning.
By Waqar Khanabout a month ago in Families
The Federal Reserve’s December 2026 Meeting: What Americans Should Expect Next
The Federal Reserve’s December 2025 meeting is one of the most closely watched events of the year. With Americans facing rising uncertainty, shifting inflation, and a cooling job market, this meeting is carrying more weight than usual. The main question on everyone’s mind is whether the Fed will cut interest rates again—and if this cut will be the last one for a while. The answers could shape borrowing, spending, and saving habits across the country as we move into 2026.
By Waqar Khanabout a month ago in The Swamp
Georgia Shakes Up the College Football Playoff Picture: What Their SEC Championship Win Means for Alabama and the National Title Race
Georgia Shakes Up the College Football Playoff Picture: What Their SEC Championship Win Means for Alabama and the National Title Race
By Waqar Khanabout a month ago in Unbalanced
FIFA World Cup 2026 Draw: A Historic Moment That Will Redefine Global Football
The FIFA World Cup 2026 isn’t just another tournament on the calendar—it is the most dramatic transformation the sport has seen in nearly a century. And while fans around the world are eager to see who their nation will face, the real story is what this expanded World Cup means for football’s future, especially as the United States, Canada, and Mexico join forces as co-hosts.
By Waqar Khanabout a month ago in Unbalanced
The Invisible Thread: Why Some Connections Feel Like Coming Home
We've all felt it—that peculiar moment when someone new somehow feels ancient. When conversation flows like water finding its level, when silence sits comfortably between you like an old friend. But what creates these magnetic bonds that pull certain people into our orbit while others drift past like ships in the night?
By Waqar Khanabout a month ago in Humans
The Morning Panic: A Parent's Guide to Surviving "School Closing" Season in Ohio
The alarm screams into the dark, winter morning. Before you even open your eyes, a second sense kicks in—the strange, muffled quiet of a world blanketed in snow. Then, the heart-thumping scramble begins. You fumble for your phone, the blue light harsh in the darkness. One question burns in your mind, the same one thousands of Ohio parents are asking right now:
By Waqar Khanabout a month ago in Earth
