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Jan 19 2026WEATHER

Maryland's Winter Weather Watch: Stay Safe This Weekend

Maryland is bracing for a chilly weekend. Snow showers are expected to roll in on Sunday, making roads slippery and travel tricky. This weather event is rated a level 2 out of 5 on the Weather Impacts Scale, meaning it's not too severe but still requires caution. Winter weather advisories are in pl

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Dec 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

SpaceX's Satellite Surge: A Giant Leap for Internet Access

SpaceX has made a big splash in the world of internet access. They've just sent their 3, 000th Starlink satellite into space this year. That's a lot of satellites! This mission, called Starlink 6-92, used a Falcon 9 rocket that's been to space and back 32 times. That's like a well-traveled spaceship

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Nov 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tesla's Next Big Thing: A Flying Roadster?

Elon Musk has been dropping hints about Tesla's upcoming projects. During a recent chat on The Joe Rogan Experience, he confirmed that the long-awaited Roadster is still in the works. He even promised that the upcoming reveal will be something truly unforgettable. Musk also teased the idea of a flyi

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Nov 08 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tesla's Roadster: A New Date, Same Old Questions

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has picked April 1, 2026, as the unveiling date for the second-generation Tesla Roadster. This announcement came during Tesla's annual shareholder meeting, nearly nine years after Musk first talked about this high-performance electric supercar. Choosing April Fool's Day

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Jan 28 2025WEATHER

Spring-Like Day, Winter Splash for Northern Minnesota

It might feel like spring for Central Minnesota on Tuesday, with temperatures touching the lower 40s. However, folks up north, specifically in Cook and Lake counties, will be dealing with a different story. The National Weather Service has sounded an alert for these regions, warning of a Winter Weat

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Jan 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

Slovak Roads Captured: A Look at Different Conditions

Imagine you're on a road trip across Slovakia, capturing everything from the bustling city streets to the peaceful countryside lanes. That's exactly what a team did using a Land Rover Defender equipped with high-tech gear. They clocked almost 33 hours of driving, using a top-notch camera that snaps

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Dec 22 2024BUSINESS

Writers' Union Strikes Against Village Roadshow for Unpaid Work

The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has called for a strike against Village Roadshow Entertainment Group. The reason? Village Roadshow hasn't paid numerous writers for their work on recent projects. The WGA has issued a stop work order, meaning members can't work on projects like The Matrix and Mad M

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Dec 22 2024WEATHER

Icy Roads Ahead: Anchorage Braces for Freezing Rain This Weekend

Get ready, Anchorage! The forecast is calling for freezing rain this weekend, which means roads could get pretty slippery. A warm front is on its way, pushed by storms from the Gulf of Alaska. This will bring light rain and freezing rain, starting early Saturday morning and possibly lasting into the

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Nov 20 2024BUSINESS

Shortline Railroads: Embrace Tech or Risk Extinction

Meet Michael Miller, the CEO of Genesee & Wyoming, the biggest shortline railroad operator. He's got a wake-up call for the industry. "It's time to get moving, " he said at a recent conference. With 125 years under their belt, these railroads can't rely on old tricks to stay profitable. They must bl

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Nov 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Weather Woes: Schools Adjust Plans

Heavy rains are causing some schools in the Midlands to change their Thursday plans. Bamberg District 3 is going digital, making it an e-learning day. Orangeburg County School District is closing their doors due to flooding roads. Both districts will keep an eye on conditions and share updates as ne

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