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Nov 23 2025BUSINESS

Alaska's Small Businesses Face Health Insurance Crisis

Alaska's small business owners are in a tough spot. Health insurance costs are going up a lot. This is because special help from the government, called premium tax credits, is ending soon. Without this help, many small businesses might struggle to stay open. Some business owners, like Brie Loidolt,

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Nov 21 2025WEATHER

Alabama Braces for Stormy Weather

Alabama is in for some rough weather today. A cold front is moving in, bringing a small chance of strong storms. These storms could pack a punch, with winds strong enough to knock over tree branches and power lines. There's also a slight possibility of a tornado, so folks should stay alert. The Nat

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Nov 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fossil Fuels: A Threat to Our Planet and Society

Al Gore, a prominent environmental advocate, has been vocal about the harmful effects of fossil fuel companies on both the environment and democracy. He argues that these companies are not just polluting the air and water, but also influencing politics to delay climate action. Gore believes that so

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Nov 20 2025EDUCATION

Alaska's Teacher Exodus: A Crisis in the Making

Alaska is facing a serious issue with teachers leaving their jobs. The problem is not new, but it is getting worse. In the past four years, over 1, 500 teachers have left the Anchorage School District (ASD). The situation is critical because nearly half of these teachers leave within the first five

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Nov 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Twins Alice and Ellen Kessler Choose Assisted Suicide at 89

Alice and Ellen Kessler, the famous twin sisters, passed away on Monday at their home in Gruenwald, Germany. They were 89 years old. The twins, who became stars in the 1950s, had been planning this for over a year. They contacted the German Society for Humane Dying (DGHS) to help them. The police i

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Nov 19 2025HEALTH

A Champion for Change: Remembering Alice Wong

Alice Wong, a prominent writer and disability rights activist, has passed away at the age of 51. She was known for her unwavering dedication to making the world a better place for people with disabilities. Wong founded the Disability Visibility Project, a platform that gave a voice to the disabled c

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Nov 18 2025SCIENCE

Tiny Tubes, Big Impact: Reinventing Aluminum

Aluminum has always been a popular choice for making things light and strong. But what if it could be even stronger? That's where single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) come in. These tiny tubes are incredibly strong and have a large surface area, making them perfect for reinforcing materials. The

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Nov 16 2025SPORTS

A Young Athlete's Fight for Fairness in Sports

Alexa Anderson, a high school track star, found herself at the center of a heated debate after she chose to step down from the medal podium during the Oregon state championship. Her decision came after a biological male athlete also received a placement. This act of protest led to a series of events

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Nov 15 2025SPORTS

From Soldier to Superstar: Alejandro Villanueva's Unlikely NFL Journey

Alejandro Villanueva's life has been anything but ordinary. From serving in the army to becoming a Pro Bowl NFL player, his story is one of determination and unexpected turns. Recently, he visited Naval Station Rota in Spain, where he grew up, to host a flag football tournament with USAA for militar

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Nov 14 2025LIFESTYLE

Affordable Winter Fashion: Aldi's Sweater Dress Steals the Show

Aldi has launched a sweater dress that is both stylish and budget-friendly. It costs just $14. 99 and is perfect for cold weather. The dress features a black body with contrasting knit sleeves, adding a unique touch to a simple design. The sleeves have an almost tribal pattern, making them stand out

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