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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

Fake JOANN Fabrics Deals: Don't Get Tricked!

JOANN Fabrics and Crafts, a beloved store for over 80 years, is shutting down all of its locations by May 2025. This sad news has led to a new scam targeting customers. Scammers are creating fake websites that look just like JOANN's official site. They offer huge discounts, up to 90% off, on product

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Mar 12 2025HEALTH

Hip Replacement: The Role of Pre-Op Therapy

Hip replacements are a big deal. They help people move better and live better. But the journey doesn't start in the operating room. It begins way before, with something called pre-operative occupational therapy. This is where therapists work with patients before surgery to make sure they're ready. I

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Mar 12 2025WEATHER

Minnesota's Wild Weather: Spring Teases, Then Winter Returns

Minnesota experienced a surprising weather shift on March 10th. Temperatures soared, breaking records in Duluth and Hibbing. Duluth hit 62 degrees, shattering the old record of 58 degrees from 2015. Hibbing also reached 62 degrees, tying its 2012 record. It was a day that felt like spring had finall

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Mar 11 2025HEALTH

Mom's Milk: A Mystery of Microbes

Babies are born with a clean slate. Their gut is empty and ready for the first bacteria to arrive. This is when breast milk comes in. It is more than just food. It is a delivery system for bacteria. These bacteria help shape a baby's gut microbiome. This microbiome is crucial for a baby's heal

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Mar 11 2025SPORTS

Vikings' Big Moves: Free Agency and Quarterback Shakeup

The Minnesota Vikings have been busy. They've secured running back Aaron Jones and are gearing up for a busy free agency period. With 21 players set to become unrestricted free agents, the team has a lot on its plate. Key players like quarterback Sam Darnold and cornerback Byron Murphy Jr. are among

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Mar 11 2025SPORTS

Sam Darnold: A New Chapter in Seattle

Sam Darnold is on the move again. This time, he's trading in his Minnesota Vikings jersey for a Seattle Seahawks uniform. The Vikings have been known for their careful approach to quarterback decisions. They don't see things in black and white. Instead, they consider a range of possibilities. They d

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Mar 11 2025WEATHER

Minnesota's Weather Rollercoaster: What's Next?

Minnesota has been on a weather rollercoaster. Just last week, a massive snowstorm hit the state, leaving Southeast Minnesota and the Twin Cities area buried under several inches of snow. This wasn't just a typical snowfall; it was a blizzard that caused chaos. Roads became treacherous, leading to n

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Mar 08 2025SCIENCE

Sugar Movers in Potatoes: Unveiling the Secret Life of ST Genes

Potatoes rely on sugar transporters (STs) to move sugars around, which is super important for their growth. These STs can move sugars either by just letting them flow or by actively pushing them along. In potatoes, STs are the key players in moving sugars and building up sugar reserves. Sci

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Mar 07 2025TECHNOLOGY

Agriculture's Digital Boost: How China's Tech Revolution is Changing Farming

China's agricultural sector has seen a significant boost in productivity thanks to the digital economy. This isn't just about fancy gadgets; it's about how technology is making farming smarter and more efficient. From 2011 to 2022, researchers looked at data from 30 provinces across China. They used

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Mar 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

Challenges of autonomous driving in harsh weather

Imagine trying to drive a car in a blizzard. Now imagine a robot doing it. That's what Volkswagen's Moia division is attempting with their autonomous ID Buzz vehicles in Oslo, Norway. Why Norway? Because if these robotaxis can handle icy roads and snow, they can handle anything. Autonomous vehicles

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