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Apr 25 2026WEATHER

Weather in Alabama: Rain and Storms Expected This Weekend

Alabama is in for a wet and wild weekend as weather patterns shift, bringing storms and steady rain across the state. While severe storms are possible on Friday, the situation has changed slightly. Most of western Alabama now faces a low-level storm risk, meaning isolated severe weather could pop up

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Apr 25 2026WEATHER

Rainy Weekend Ahead for Philadelphia – Will It Help or Hurt the Local Scenery?

This weekend, Philadelphia isn’t just expecting rain—it’s bracing for a full-on soaking. After months of dry conditions, the city’s plants and reservoirs are craving water, but the timing couldn’t be worse for outdoor plans. The Azalea Garden Spring Fete, a popular event near the Philadelphia Museum

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

How the US and EU plan to shake up the minerals trade

Western powers are stepping up their game to reduce their heavy reliance on a single player for vital raw materials. The United States and the European Union have just signed a fresh deal to work together on securing supplies of critical minerals. These minerals are the backbone of modern industries

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Apr 25 2026CRIME

Supporting Survivors in Genesee County: Local Nonprofit Steps Up

Genesee County faced over 170 reported rape cases last year, highlighting the urgent need for community support. One organization tackling this crisis head-on is the YWCA of Greater Flint, which has been a steady presence since 1908. Beyond just offering crisis intervention, it provides long-term ho

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Apr 25 2026CELEBRITIES

Birthdays to celebrate: Streisand, Clarkson, and others turn a year older

April 24, 2026 marks another round of birthdays for well-known names across music, film, and sports. Among them are music legend Barbra Streisand at 84 and pop singer Kelly Clarkson at 44. Both have left their mark in very different ways—Streisand through decades of vocal performances and Clarkson w

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Apr 25 2026CELEBRITIES

When Stars Take Over Their Own Brands

It used to be simple: actors made movies, singers sang, and athletes played sports. Now many celebrities are doing more than just their original jobs. They’re creating businesses too. Take Ryan Reynolds, for example. He’s not just an actor anymore. He’s also a business owner. Reynolds has a soccer c

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Apr 25 2026HEALTH

How mom’s high-fat diet might shape a baby’s brain

A high-fat, low-carb diet called keto has been around for decades. Doctors first used it to help control seizures in people with epilepsy. Now it’s everywhere—people eat it for weight loss or energy, not just for health problems. But what happens when pregnant women try this diet? That part is still

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Apr 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

Claude steps into your daily tasks with new app powers

Claude isn’t just a chat window anymore—it can now borrow your apps to handle real-life tasks. Think of it like a helper that can peek into your calendar, suggest hiking trails, or summon a ride without you opening a single app. The update adds over 20 apps to Claude’s toolkit, from food delivery to

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Apr 25 2026SCIENCE

NASA’s new flying lab: a 777 turned into the ultimate Earth detective

NASA just got a hand-me-down plane that used to fly thousands of passengers around the world. But this isn’t any ordinary jet—it’s now the biggest flying science lab in the agency’s fleet. After a year of heavy-duty upgrades in Texas, the former Japan Airlines Boeing 777 landed at NASA’s Langley Res

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Apr 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

How Movies and Shows Are Teaming Up With Climate Action

A little over 20 years back, a politician’s slide show about rising temperatures became a game changer. That slide show turned into a film that forced the world to pay attention to global warming. Now, filmmakers are again looking at how stories can push real change. At a recent meeting of creators,

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