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Apr 12 2026SPORTS

Masters weekend greens spark debate among players

This year’s Masters brought a familiar debate to the forefront: how soft should the golf course be at the season’s first major? After Thursday’s fast, almost bone-dry conditions forced quick watering by Augusta National, the greens took a softer turn. But by Saturday, things hadn’t hardened up as ma

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Apr 11 2026SPORTS

Old Face, New Worries at the Races

Sir Alex Ferguson still turns up at big sporting events long after retirement, this time at Aintree. Most fans expect to see the 84-year-old because he once raced top horses like Rock of Gibraltar and now watches from the sidelines. Yet the clip that spread online wasn’t about winners or losers—it w

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Apr 09 2026SPORTS

What to expect from the weather at Augusta during Masters week

The Masters is just days away, and the weather looks set to play nice for the tournament. After three days of practice rounds and the Par 3 Contest, the course is ready. But will the good weather stick around? Thursday, the first round starts early at 7:25 a. m. Expect cool air around 45°F with a b

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Apr 03 2026WEATHER

Sunny Days Ahead for Augusta’s Golf Events

The National Weather Service and AccuWeather predict warm, mostly clear skies for the next two weeks in Augusta. Temperatures will climb into the upper 80s during the day and dip to the low 60s at night, giving golfers a comfortable backdrop for play. A light mist may appear early in the morning, bu

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Apr 02 2026WEATHER

Strong winds hit inland San Diego before the week ends

San Diego’s eastern neighborhoods will face gusty winds through Thursday at 11 a. m. Forecasters expect speeds of 35 to 45 mph, with occasional bursts up to 55 mph near Interstate 8 past Alpine. The National Weather Service issued the advisory specifically for areas east of Interstate 15. While temp

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Apr 01 2026SCIENCE

Learning from Chernobyl’s radiation-loving fungus

In the ruins of a nuclear reactor in Chernobyl, something strange is growing. A dark, almost black fungus called Cladosporium sphaerospermum has taken over the walls of the abandoned Unit 4 building. This isn’t just any fungus—it thrives where radiation levels would be deadly to humans. Scientists h

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Mar 12 2026WEATHER

Storm Warning: 60‑mph Winds Threaten South Jersey

A fast‑moving storm is heading east across South Jersey, moving at about 50 miles per hour. The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for west‑central Ocean County. The main danger is wind gusts that could reach 60 miles per hour. The warning covers severa

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Jan 16 2026WEATHER

Windy and Snowy Days Ahead: What You Need to Know

A powerful winter storm is on the move, bringing a mix of strong winds and snow to the Plains and the Northeast. This storm is not just about snow; it's also about the wind. The High Plains, stretching from Montana to Kansas, will feel the brunt of it. Wind gusts between 60 and 80 mph are expected t

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Jan 16 2026WEATHER

Minnesota's Winter Weather: What's Coming and Why It Matters

Minnesota is gearing up for a winter weather advisory. The National Weather Service has issued this alert for several counties, including Stearns County. The advisory kicks off at midnight and runs until 6:00 p. m. on Friday. Expect snow to start falling Thursday night and continue into Friday. Wes

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Jan 04 2026HEALTH

The Silent Threat: How a Fungus is Becoming a Global Health Concern

A dangerous fungus, Candida auris, is causing alarm as it spreads across the United States and beyond. This fungus, often called a "superbug, " is becoming more resistant to treatments and is particularly harmful to those already sick or with weak immune systems. The fungus was first found in 2009

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