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Jan 04 2026WEATHER

Michigan's Upper Peninsula: A Year of Extreme Weather

The year 2025 was quite a ride for Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The weather was all over the place, from heavy snow to flash floods and even some unusually warm days. The National Weather Service in Marquette took a look back at the year's wild weather. They noted that the Negaunee Township office s

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Jan 04 2026WEATHER

Baltimore's Weather: A Rollercoaster of Warmth and Rain

Baltimore is in for a weather rollercoaster this week. After a chilly start, temperatures will climb, but rain is also on the way. Sunday will be the coldest day, with sunshine and a high of 38 degrees. Winds will blow gently between 5 to 9 mph. As night falls, clouds will roll in, and temperatures

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Jan 04 2026HEALTH

How ALKBH5 and NEAT1 Team Up to Fuel Head and Neck Cancer

ALKBH5, a protein that removes a specific chemical tag from RNA, is known to make head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) more aggressive. But how exactly it does this has been a mystery. Now, researchers have uncovered a new pathway involving ALKBH5, a long non-coding RNA called NEAT1, and tw

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Jan 04 2026BUSINESS

A Closer Look at the agilon health Legal Battle

A legal storm is brewing around agilon health, inc. , a company listed on the NYSE under the ticker AGL. A class action lawsuit has been filed, targeting those who bought the company's securities between February 26, 2025, and August 4, 2025. The lawsuit alleges that during this period, agilon and i

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Jan 04 2026EDUCATION

Learning the Ropes: What Makes Midwifery Training Work (or Not)

Midwifery students in the U. S. face unique challenges during their hands-on training. While global research points to the value of guidance from experienced mentors, a structured learning path, and a supportive atmosphere, the specifics of what truly aids or obstructs student growth in this field r

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Jan 04 2026CRIME

Uncovering the Epstein Files: A Massive Review Effort

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is tackling a huge task: reviewing 5. 2 million pages of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. These files are set to go public under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. To get this done, the DOJ has called in 400 lawyers to sift through the papers, make necessary red

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Jan 04 2026HEALTH

How Where You Live and Your Income Affect Baby's Heart Health

Living far from big cities and having less money can make it harder to spot serious heart problems in babies before they are born. This is what a recent study found. It looked at how far people live from specialized medical centers and their income levels. The study showed that those who live far aw

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Jan 04 2026SPORTS

SMU's Big Win Over North Carolina

In a thrilling matchup, SMU's basketball team pulled off a significant victory against the 12th-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels. The game, held on January 3, 2026, marked a pivotal moment for the Mustangs, especially for their second-year coach, Andy Enfield. It was their first win against a ranked

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Jan 04 2026ENVIRONMENT

Fueling the Future: A Breath of Fresh Air for Gas-Powered Vehicles

In the quest for greener energy, a new player has emerged, offering a unique solution to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. This innovation doesn't come from the usual suspects like Tesla or Rivian, but from a company called Aircela. They've developed a machine that can create gasoline from thin a

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Jan 04 2026SPORTS

Alabama's Hot Shots Sink Kentucky in SEC Opener

Alabama's basketball team showed off their sharp-shooting skills in their first SEC game of the season. They made an impressive 15 three-pointers, with Aden Holloway leading the way. He scored a career-high 26 points, while Labaron Philon Jr. added 17 points. Together, they helped Alabama beat Kentu

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