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►Iran’s attack on Israel triggers fear of wider war

Answer FIVE Geography questions each week based on major news events.

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Diversity, multiculturalism, worldwide events. You'll find plenty for classroom discussions in this listing of events.

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►How to pick a jury to judge Trump?

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►Feds vs. Apple: Major case tests whether iPhone breaks a 19th century law against monopolies

-- Front Page Talking Points Archive

This week's word in the news: COMMUNAL

DEFINITION:
Individuals who gather into social groups.

FOUND IN THE NEWS:
It has also proved especially deadly among some communal mammals, such as elephant seals and sea lions in South America, as well as caged fur-farmed animals in Europe.
►The Los Angeles Times -- 04/15/2024