SAFETY

Mar 25 2026CRIME

Bullet In Mosque: Police Say It Was Accidental Shot

The Hillsboro police announced that they have no proof the Islamic Community Center was aimed at during a shooting that left a bullet stuck in its wall on Saturday morning. The incident happened right after Eid al‑Fitr, a time when many families visit the center for community events. The bullet ent

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Mar 25 2026HEALTH

Dengue Alert: 16 Countries Warned

The U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has lifted a new travel warning on March 23 that highlights dengue fever risks in 16 nations. This Level 1 notice is the lowest tier of CDC alerts, meaning travelers are advised to keep usual precautions but no need to cancel trips. Dengue is a

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Mar 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

Airport Tracking System Misses Fatal Crash

A crash that took two lives at New York’s LaGuardia Airport revealed a shortfall in the airport’s surface‑tracking technology. The incident involved an Air Canada Express jet and a fire truck that collided on the runway, injuring dozens of passengers. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)

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Mar 24 2026OPINION

What some men say to women that makes them uncomfortable

A recent online discussion showed how some men talk to women in ways that are shocking. A social media user asked women to share the most disturbing things men have said to them. Many answers were about comments that crossed boundaries or showed a lack of respect. The thread quickly became popular,

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Mar 24 2026BUSINESS

Why flying feels more frustrating than ever

Airport lines today look more like train stations at rush hour than quiet waiting areas. Between storms, global conflicts, and airport mishaps, getting from one place to another by plane has become a test of patience. Even travelers who fly often now hesitate before booking tickets, not just because

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Mar 23 2026WEATHER

Stormy Winds Raise Fire Risk This Afternoon

The day’s weather plan warns that fire danger will rise between 1 p. m. and 7 p. m. Monday because the wind will shift from the northwest and dry air will dominate the area. Temperatures stay warm, while humidity falls to 20 %–30 %. Wind gusts will top 20 mph, creating a dry and windy mix that ca

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Mar 23 2026WEATHER

Storm Fury: Big Hail and Wedge Tornado Hit Illinois

A powerful tornado struck Lake Village, Illinois on March 10, killing a couple and causing major damage. The National Weather Service named it an EF‑3 event, but the storm’s most striking feature was its gigantic hail. The largest stone measured eight inches across – a size unheard of for early‑seas

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Mar 22 2026WEATHER

Windy Days Raise Wildfire Danger in South Dakota

A warning is active until 4 AM Sunday, telling people that strong winds and very dry air could spark fast‑moving fires. The alert covers many counties, from Knox to Richardson, across the state’s central and western regions. Wind speeds range between 15 and 25 mph, with gusts reaching up to 35 mph.

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Mar 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

Sodium‑Ion Batteries: China’s New Power Play

A leading Chinese automaker has unveiled a sodium‑ion battery prototype that it says meets top industry standards. The new design packs about 170 watt‑hours per kilogram, a figure that rivals many lithium‑ion cells. What sets it apart is the rapid charging capability: the battery can reach full char

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Mar 22 2026CRIME

A Stranger in the Wrong Bed

A father found his son in a terrifying situation when an intruder was caught sleeping in the boy’s bed. The incident happened early Saturday morning in an Oklahoma City neighborhood, where the boy woke up his dad saying, “There’s a man in my bed. ” The father quickly realized his son wasn’t imaginin

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