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Nov 03 2024POLITICS

Why We Change Our Clocks: A Simple look at Daylight Saving Time

It’s that time of year again. Most of us in the U. S. will be setting our clocks back by an hour this Sunday morning. This happen every November, bringing an extra hour of sleep and earlier sunsets. But why do we do it? Let's dive into the history and impact of daylight saving time. Daylight saving

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Nov 02 2024HEALTH

Winter Time Approaching: Get Ready for the Clock Change

Listen up, folks! Brace yourself for the big clock change coming up. On November 3, at 2 a. m. , standard time kicks in, which means you get to set your clocks back an hour. Sweet, right? More sleep! But hold on, there's a catch. From then till March, it'll be dark early, making those winter afterno

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Nov 01 2024WEATHER

Spain's Unexpected Storm: Deadly Floods and Climate Connection

In just a few minutes, heavy rains in eastern Spain triggered deadly flash floods. Houses, streets, and vehicles were swept away, leaving more than 200 people dead. This is Spain's worst natural disaster in recent memory. Scientists point to two possible climate change factors. Warmer air can hold

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Nov 01 2024FINANCE

2025 Retirement Savings: What's New for Your 401(k)

Ever wondered how much you can sock away for retirement in a 401(k) next year? The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has some good news! They've just announced new contribution limits for 2025. Starting next year, you can save up to $23, 500 from your paycheck before taxes, that's $500 more than this y

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Vote Battle: $1 Million Spent on Dallas Reform Proposals

Two political groups have raised over a million bucks to influence Dallas voters. Together for Dallas and Dallas United for Progress are fighting against three city reforms suggested by local hero, Dallas Hero. These reforms aim to improve public safety and keep the city officials accountable. Both

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Nov 01 2024ENVIRONMENT

Spain's Heatwaves: Behind the Scenes of Stronger Storms

Ever thought about how warmer days could lead to stronger storms? Let's take a look at what happened recently in Valencia, Spain. A powerful storm swept through, leaving over 150 people dead and many others missing. Scientists from World Weather Attribution (WWA) are taking a closer look at this tra

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Nov 01 2024WEATHER

Weather Rollercoaster: Warm Today, Cold Tomorrow

Get ready for a mix of weather today! Sun and clouds are playing tag, and there might be a few light showers. Don't worry, the air is warm enough to keep most of the rain from touching down. A cold front is on its way, bringing scattered light sprinkles or showers with it. Boston and Southern New En

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

The Earth's Future: A Choice for Voters

You've heard the chatter about the weather, but how about doing something about it? That's what's on the line for voters this Tuesday. The planet's future hangs in the balance, and the choices voters make could shape our climate for generations. Extreme weather events are no longer surprises. Thous

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Nov 01 2024ENVIRONMENT

California's Push to Protect Nature: A Global Example

California is a biodiversity hotspot, home to more species than any other U. S. state. That's why the Golden State sent a big delegation to the United Nations biodiversity summit in Colombia. The goal? To protect 30% of the world's land and water by 2030. Even though the U. S. hasn't ratified the bi

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Stock Shake-Up: Tech and Travel Giants React to Unexpected Earnings

Today was full of surprises as several big names in tech and travel reported their earnings. Let's start with Carvana, the online used car dealer that zoomed ahead with a 19% stock boost. Why? They did better than expected in the third quarter, earning more money and bringing in more revenue than an

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