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Jan 31 2025SPORTS

Mountain Biking: Who's Most at Risk?

Mountain biking is a thrilling sport. It's growing in popularity. It's also becoming a sport that is causing more injuries. People are hitting the trails more than ever and some people are getting hurt more than others. Most of the injuries are high-impact. These types of injuries are serious.

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Jan 26 2025POLITICS

Alaskans Stick to Denali, Despite Trump's Name Change

Jeff King, a four-time Iditarod champ, lives in the shadow of North America's tallest peak, Denali. He and many Alaskans are upset that President Trump wants to change the mountain's name back to Mount McKinley. The peak's original name, Denali, is sacred to the Athabascan tribe. They've lived in th

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Jan 09 2025BUSINESS

Ski Patrollers Win Big in Utah Resort Strike

After a tense two-week strike, 200 ski patrollers at a big Utah resort are back on the job. They accepted a new contract that includes a $2-an-hour pay raise and better deals for senior patrollers. The Park City Ski Professional Ski Patrol Association called it a big victory. They say it shows what

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Jan 04 2025HEALTH

The World's Oldest Person: A Remarkable Life Comes to an End

In Ashiya, Hyogo Prefecture, the world's oldest person has said her final goodbye. Tomiko Itooka, a Japanese woman from Osaka, passed away at the age of 116 in a care home. Born on May 23, 1908, Itooka led a life full of activity and spirit. She loved bananas and a yogurt drink called Calpis, and ev

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Jan 02 2025WEATHER

Prepare for Snow: Winter Advisory in Northern Utah

Get ready, Utah! A Winter Advisory is on the way for northern Utah, stretching from Logan to Nephi. Starting New Year's Day, expect some serious snowfall, especially in the higher elevations. The National Weather Service isn't playing around, saying it could get heavy from Wednesday night into Thurs

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Dec 29 2024SCIENCE

Temperature's Impact on Bacteria in Mountain Streams

In mountain streams, temperature plays a big role in shaping the community of bacteria living in the sediment. While temperature and nutrients are important factors in oceans and lakes, their influence on mountain stream bacteria isn't well understood. Scientists studied the Taizicheng River, a high

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Dec 27 2024WEATHER

Stormy Days Ahead: Wind, Snow, and Rain Alerts Across the Region

Get ready for a windy and snowy few days! Strong winds, reaching up to 60 miles per hour, are starting to hit the coasts and won't let up until Thursday. These powerful gusts can cause tree damage and even power outages. Puget Sound might not see winds quite as strong, but they could still gust over

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Dec 23 2024HEALTH

Weather's Role in Heart and Brain Diseases in Mountainous Areas

Did you know that where you live can affect your health? Researchers have found that weather conditions can play a big part in the number of people getting heart and brain diseases, especially in mountainous regions like Guizhou province. The weather can be different even in small areas, and this ca

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Dec 07 2024ENVIRONMENT

L. A. Mountain Lions Adapt to City Life by Going Nocturnal

In the heart of Los Angeles, mountain lions are shifting their schedules to avoid people. A new study found that these big cats, like the famous P-22, are becoming more active at night to steer clear of hikers, bikers, and other recreation enthusiasts. While this strategy helps them coexist with hum

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Dec 07 2024SPORTS

Boise State Steals the Show: Big 12's Playoff Bye Dreams Fade

In college football’s newest postseason extravaganza, Boise State has scored a big win. The Broncos clinched the Mountain West Conference title on Friday night, securing their spot in the sport’s first 12-team playoff. UNLV couldn't keep up, losing 21-7 to the Broncos' Heisman hopeful, Ashton Jeanty

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