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Jan 08 2026LIFESTYLE

Handmade Treasures in Avon Lake: A Fresh Start

In Avon Lake, a new shop called The Crafted Corner has taken over where Impressive Creations 4 U left off. Heidi Cruz, the new owner, saw a chance to keep the local craft scene alive and took it. She bought the business in August 2025, bringing her family's crafting expertise to a physical storefron

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Jan 08 2026WEATHER

Texas Feels the Heat: Unusual Warmth Breaks Records

Texas experienced some unusually warm weather this week, with temperatures soaring higher than usual for this time of year. On Tuesday, Del Rio International Airport recorded a high of 84 degrees Fahrenheit, which broke the previous record of 82 degrees set in 1989 and 2023. This wasn't the only pla

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Jan 08 2026ENVIRONMENT

Storm Tracks on the Move: What's Changing in the North Pacific?

The North Pacific storm track, a major path for winter storms, has been quietly shifting northward since the late 1970s. This shift, driven by human-caused climate change, is not fully accounted for in current climate models. The implications for the West Coast's weather and water supply could be si

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Jan 08 2026ENVIRONMENT

A New Bird in the Amazon Mountains: Meet the Slaty-Masked Tinamou

In the dense forests of the Serra do Divisor National Park, a new bird species has been found. This bird, called the Slaty-masked Tinamou, is part of a group that includes ostriches and emus. What makes this bird special is its unique call, which echoes through the forest. This call is so distinct t

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Jan 07 2026POLITICS

Big Money Buying Homes: What's the Deal?

So, there's this big talk about stopping large investors from buying up homes. The idea is to make housing more affordable for regular folks. Some folks think these big companies are making it harder for people to buy homes because they're buying so many. The person talking about this is Donald Tru

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Jan 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

LEGO's Smart Bricks: A New Play Era or Imagination Killer?

LEGO has big plans for its new Smart Bricks. The company says these high-tech bricks are here to stay. But not everyone is happy. Some worry that adding technology to LEGO sets might kill the fun of building and imagining. LEGO's Federico Begher, who works on new products, says Smart Bricks are jus

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Jan 07 2026POLITICS

Life Behind Bars: Maduro's New Reality

Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, have traded their luxurious presidential palace for a stark, federal detention center in Brooklyn. Their new home is far from comfortable, with limited heating, thin mattresses, and a single blanket each. This is the reality of the Metropolitan Detention Ce

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Jan 07 2026SCIENCE

Uncovering Our Ancestors: A Moroccan Cave's Secrets

Deep in a Moroccan cave, a treasure trove of ancient bones has been found. These bones, dating back 773, 000 years, are from a time period that scientists know very little about. The fossils include jawbones, teeth, and even a leg bone. What makes them so special is that they come from a time when t

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Jan 07 2026HEALTH

Quick Tests for Autism: Are They Really Ready?

New tests for autism are popping up fast. But are they really ready to help? Scientists are still figuring out how to spot autism early. Yet, companies are already selling tests. Some check hair, skin, or even a mom's blood. They promise to tell if a baby might have autism. But experts say these tes

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Jan 07 2026BUSINESS

Job Market Cools Down: What's Happening in the US?

The US job market is showing signs of slowing down. In November, the number of job openings dropped to its lowest point in over a year. There were about 7. 15 million job openings, down from 7. 45 million in October. This is a clear sign that employers are not as eager to hire as they were before.

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