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Oct 03 2024BUSINESS

Japan airport closed by explosion of U. S. bomb likely dating to World War II

A regional airport in southwest Japan was closed on Wednesday after an American bomb, most likely dropped during World War II to stem "kamikaze" attacks, exploded near its runway, causing nearly 90 flight cancellations. The explosion, which occurred at Miyazaki Airport, created a crater 23 feet wid

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Oct 03 2024SCIENCE

A Giant Telescope Model Brings Cosmic Wonders to Campus

Ever wondered what it feels like to stand under a massive telescope mirror? Well, you don't have to travel far anymore. The Hobby-Eberly telescope model from McDonald Observatory has found a new home at the Texas Science and Natural History Museum on campus. This isn't just any model; it's 7% of the

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Oct 03 2024NATION

Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom players have already found incredible ‘hacks’

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom sports an enormous toolkit. With the help of a fairy named Tri, Princess Zelda can summon copies of over 100 world items and beasts called "echoes." This system allows players to get creative with how they solve puzzles and navigate the world. Since its releas

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Oct 03 2024NATION

Watch for a Shooting Star Over San Francisco's Famous Bridge

Comet A3, also known as Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (C/2023 A3), was spotted in San Francisco, California, early Friday morning, and astronomers believe it will make another appearance in October. The comet was seen flying over the Golden Gate Bridge at sunrise, and stunning time-lapse footage was captu

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Oct 03 2024SPORTS

The Mets' Wild Card Dreams: A Close Call in Game 2

The New York Mets faced a tough loss against the Milwaukee Brewers in their recent game, putting their dreams of securing an NL Wild Card spot in jeopardy. Phil Maton's challenging performance in the eighth inning turned the tide for the Brewers, who managed to take a 5-3 lead. The Mets had started

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Oct 03 2024SPORTS

The Padres vs. Dodgers: A Postseason Rivalry Renewed

In the world of baseball, the Padres have earned a spot in the National League Division Series (NLDS). This isn't just any series; they'll be facing their long-time rivals, the Dodgers. This matchup is special because it's the third time these two teams will meet in the postseason over the past five

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Oct 02 2024ENVIRONMENT

Get Ready for Louisiana's First Black Bear Hunt in Decades!

As fall approaches, Louisiana is buzzing with excitement over the upcoming hunting season. This year marks a significant change: for the first time in more than 30 years, hunters can look forward to a black bear hunting season starting in December. The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has been w

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Oct 02 2024SPORTS

The Braves vs. Padres: A Season of Ups and Downs

In 2024, the Atlanta Braves and San Diego Padres faced off seven times during the regular season. This series is likely to extend to nine or ten games to decide who advances to the NLDS against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Padres dominated this season's meetings, winning five out of the seven games.

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

Disney World Preps for Hurricane Helene: What's Closing Early?

As Hurricane Helene makes its way towards Florida, Walt Disney World is getting ready. While the storm won’t hit the parks directly, safety comes first. At Animal Kingdom, you might notice some outdoor snack spots closed and umbrellas tied down. Some attractions like Kali River Rapids are still runn

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Oct 02 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Hurricane Helene's Impact: Halloween Events Cancelled

Well, it looks like Hurricane Helene has put a damper on the Halloween spirit this year. On Thursday, September 26, Universal Orlando Resort had to cancel their spooky event, Halloween Horror Nights. They initially planned to keep things running as usual, but with the severe weather approaching, the

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