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On December 13th, a gunman attacked Brown University, prompting students to rely on Sidechat, an anonymous app, for real-time updates. Posts flooded in within minutes, sharing warnings and seeking information. Students sheltered in place, sharing fears and acts of kindness. They pushed for verified info, creating a Google Doc and warning against rumors. Days later, the suspect was identified, and the campus mourned, forever changed by the event and the role Sidechat played in connecting students during the crisis.

Chen Zhi, a Cambodian internet cafe manager, is arrested in China for running a $30 million daily online scam operation. Despite his legitimate business front, Prince Holding Group, and political connections, hes exposed as a top transnational crime figure. Chinese officials hail his capture as a significant victory, with arrest warrants for his top network members pending.

New York City parents may soon benefit from free child care for their two-year-olds, as Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani announce a new plan. This initiative aims to address soaring child care costs and is part of Hochuls broader commitment to family support. Mamdani, in his first major win, emphasizes the importance of making the city more affordable. The program, fully funded by the governors office for the first two years, will initially target high-need areas and gradually expand citywide.

Farmers in France and Greece block roads in protest of EUs planned free trade deal with South American countries, fearing cheap imports will destroy their livelihoods. Greek protests escalate with a nationwide 48-hour blockade, while French farmers travel to Paris to urge President Macron to block the deal. Government concessions fail to quell fears, as farmers warn of the devastating impact on their industries and rural Europe.

Storm Goretti threatens UK with heavy snow, strong winds, and potential life-risking conditions; amber warnings issued for severe disruptions, including travel delays, power cuts, and health service strains.

The Lewes-Georgetown Trail in Lewes, Delaware, now boasts a heartwarming pet memorial, the Rainbow Bridge Fence, created by local couple Kat Riley and Rose Moorehead after their dog Josies passing. Initially a personal tribute, the memorial has grown into a vibrant collection of pet keepsakes, transforming grief into a trail-side tribute that honors lost pets and keeps their memories alive.

USA Todays Readers Choice Awards highlight top attractions since April 2024, with Octagon Earthworks in Ohio topping the list. Other favorites include Atlas Obscura in Kansas, EXP Rosemont in Illinois, and Peppa Pig Theme Park in Texas. Imagination Sand Station at Adventure Aquarium in New Jersey, a hands-on digital sand sculpting experience, lands in tenth place. Check out these voter favorites on your next road trip.