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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

Giggling to Good Health: How Laughter Yoga Helps Kids

Laughter yoga is a unique way to boost health without using medicine or invasive treatments. It combines deep breathing with laughter exercises. The idea is to laugh on purpose, even if it feels silly at first. This review looked at studies to see how laughter yoga affects children's well-being. Th

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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 2026HEALTH

Dog Joint Issues: A Common Problem in Sweden's Canine Companions

In Sweden, many young adult dogs face joint problems. Hip and elbow dysplasia (HD and ED) are two serious conditions that affect dogs' mobility. These issues are common in various breeds. A recent study aimed to find out how widespread these problems are and if they are linked. The study looked at

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Jan 04 2026BUSINESS

Flint's 2025: Growth, Gaps, and Goodbyes

Flint saw a lot of changes in 2025. New buildings went up, and some old problems stayed. It was a year of big plans and a few setbacks. First, let's talk about the good stuff. Flint got some shiny new spots. A new YMCA opened downtown in April. It's part of a bigger project called LiveWell on Harri

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Jan 04 2026EDUCATION

UNC's Syllabus Shift: A Step Towards Trust or Trouble?

UNC's recent move to make course syllabi public has sparked debate. Some see it as a way to build trust. Others worry it might limit academic freedom. The idea started with Peter Hans, head of the UNC system. He believes more openness is the right way to handle increased scrutiny. Critics argue tha

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Jan 04 2026POLITICS

U. S. Seizes Venezuelan Leader: What's Next?

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro is now in U. S. custody. This happened after a surprise operation by the U. S. military. They captured Maduro and his wife in Venezuela. Then, they flew them to New York. The U. S. President, Donald Trump, said the U. S. will now run Venezuela. He made this anno

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Jan 04 2026POLITICS

A Pope's Plea for Venezuelan Sovereignty

In a striking display of global concern, Pope Leo has stepped forward to advocate for Venezuela's autonomy. His recent statements reflect a deep worry about the country's future, especially after the U. S. took dramatic action against President Nicolas Maduro. Leo, known for his progressive stance,

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Jan 04 2026POLITICS

Tensions Rise in Yemen as Power Struggle Intensifies

In a recent turn of events, the Yemeni government, supported by Saudi Arabia, has accused southern separatists of blocking access to the city of Aden. This accusation comes after the government reclaimed some territory from the separatists in the east. The separatists, backed by the UAE, deny these

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