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Jan 11 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrities' Homes Facing the Heat of LA Wildfires

As California's wildfires rage on, a number of Hollywood celebrities have found themselves among the many residents whose homes have been destroyed. The fires, burning since 2025, have already taken lives and forced thousands to flee. One such celebrity is Paris Hilton, who lost her Malibu beach ho

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Jan 11 2025POLITICS

America's View of Biden: Not So Great

As President Joe Biden wraps up his term, many Americans don't seem too happy with his performance. A recent poll shows that only about one-quarter of U. S. adults think Biden was a good or great president. That's not so hot compared to former Presidents Donald Trump and Barack Obama. It's like peop

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Jan 11 2025SCIENCE

The Intriguing Origins of Pluto's Biggest Moon: Charon

Have you ever thought about how Pluto got its giant moon, Charon? Scientists now believe that Pluto and Charon were once two separate objects that collided and briefly stuck together. This isn't like how Earth's moon was formed from a giant impact. Pluto and Charon are more like ice and rocks, so th

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Jan 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

2024: Another Year of Hot Records

Let's talk about 2024. It was a really warm year, like, really warm. NASA and NOAA said it was the warmest year ever recorded. This isn't just a one-time thing; 2023 was also the warmest year before that. The difference between 2024 and 2023? A tiny 0. 18 degrees Fahrenheit. Scientists have been pr

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Jan 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Pink Stuff: A Double-Edged Sword in Fighting Wildfires

Imagine this: planes swooping over California's wildfires, dropping a bright pink liquid in a matter of seconds. This fire retardant has long been hailed as a key weapon against these blazes. But hold on a second – is it really safe? New research is painting a different picture. These retardants, u

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Jan 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Hoda Kotb's Heartfelt Goodbye: A Tribute to a Loved TV Personality

Friday marked Hoda Kotb's final day as an anchor on "Today, " after dedicating 17 years to the show. Her decision to leave was driven by a desire to spend more quality time with her daughters. The show was filled with emotional tributes from her colleagues and special guests. Hoda's co-anchor and fr

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Jan 11 2025SCIENCE

Understanding Light-Driven Molecular Changes

Photochemical reactions are like mysterious puzzles in the world of chemistry. Unlike regular chemical reactions, where understanding the energy surface is key, photochemical reactions involve light absorption, leading to a nonstationary state in molecules. This state allows for internal conversions

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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

Winter Weather Challenges Dallas Retail Deliveries

Winter weather in Dallas-Fort Worth has been rough on retailers trying to make home deliveries. Icy roads and wet conditions have made it tough for companies like Walmart, Kroger, and Amazon to stick to their usual delivery schedules. Walmart, for example, had to deal with some extra hurdles but sti

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Jan 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

CES 2025 Gadgets: Good, Bad, and Ugly

This year's CES show in Las Vegas brought us some awesome gadgets, but it also had its fair share of flops. Some experts decided to highlight the worst products, and their picks might surprise you. Liz Chamberlain from iFixit warned about the growing trend of gadgets with built-in surveillance tools

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Jan 11 2025HEALTH

Flu Surge: More Deaths and Hospitalizations in Minnesota

Minnesota is facing a significant rise in flu cases as we enter the new year. The latest report shows a stark increase in flu-related deaths, totaling 23 since the season began. The Minnesota Department of Health reported 722 hospitalizations due to influenza complications, with most cases concentra

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