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Jan 01 2025POLITICS

Bulgaria and Romania Joined the Schengen Zone: What Does It Mean?

Last night marked a big change for Bulgaria and Romania as they officially joined the Schengen zone, making it easier to travel across many European countries without border checks. This expansion includes countries like Germany, Spain, and France, among others. The Schengen area now covers 25 of th

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Jan 01 2025BUSINESS

Non-Tech Stocks That Soared in 2024

2024 was a big year for the stock market, with tech giants like Nvidia leading the way. But tech wasn't the only sector making waves. Companies outside of tech had some impressive performances too. Let's take a look at some of the standout non-tech stocks of the year. Vistra, a Texas-based power co

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Jan 01 2025ENVIRONMENT

Why Info Matters for Green Business Travel

Business travelers are big players in the aviation industry's carbon emissions, especially in the U. S. where they account for around 10% of total emissions. While commercial jets are the larger culprit, business travelers using scheduled flights or private jets need greener options. The Global Busi

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Dec 31 2024WEATHER

Heavy Snow Alert in 5 States: Expect Travel Disruptions

Hey folks, it's time to bundle up! Five U. S. states— Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota, and Nebraska—are under winter weather advisories from the National Weather Service (NWS). Why all the fuss? Well, up to 14 inches of snow could hit some regions by Tuesday morning. Imagine this: you're driv

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Dec 31 2024WEATHER

Weather Goes Wild: New England’s Year in Review

New England had a turbulent year filled with unusual weather events. The winter was both wet and warm, with record-breaking temperatures and three-day storms causing major flooding along rivers and coasts. Despite the wet winter, Boston saw one of its lowest snowfalls ever. Spring brought surprising

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Dec 30 2024CRIME

Tragic End for Russian LGBTQ Travel Agency Owner

In a stark turn of events, a Moscow court revealed that Andrei Kotov, the founder of "Men Travel, " a travel agency serving the LGBTQ community, was found dead in pretrial detention. Kotov faced serious allegations, including "organizing extremist activity, " as part of Russia's crackdown on LGBTQ r

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Dec 30 2024WEATHER

Monday's Morning Drive: Watch Out for Fog and Ice

As Monday morning dawns, Western Wisconsin is shrouded in a thick layer of freezing fog. This means visibility on the roads could drop to less than a quarter-mile, making it tricky to drive. So, keep your eyes peeled and take it slow. Low beams are your best friend in this weather. The National Weat

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Dec 30 2024HEALTH

Forecasting Heat Waves: Can We Predict Deaths Ahead?

Heatwaves can be deadly, as seen in Europe's 2018 and 2022 summers. But did you know that some of these extreme temperatures could be foreseen weeks in advance? Subseasonal forecasts, which predict weather 2 weeks to 2 months ahead, offer a glimpse into the future. Yet, we haven't fully explored how

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Dec 29 2024WEATHER

Houston Faces Tornadoes: One Life Lost, Travel Chaos

A series of tornadoes swept through the Houston area on Saturday, claiming one life in Brazoria County and injuring four others. This severe weather event happened during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year, causing major disruptions at Texas's major airports. John Lichter, a meteorologis

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Dec 29 2024CRIME

Sports Star's Home Targeted: Luka Doncic's Jewelry Taken

Imagine coming home to find your jewelry drawer empty! That's what Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic experienced recently. On Friday night, while he was away, his home in Dallas was broken into, and about $30, 000 worth of jewelry was taken. The thief reportedly entered through a broken master bathr

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