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May 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Garmin’s sleek smartwatch drops to a lower price—is it worth it?

Smartwatches aren’t just for athletes anymore. Garmin’s Venu 4 proves that with a polished stainless steel design that looks just as good with a dress shirt as it does with workout gear. The company has built a reputation for tough, no-nonsense fitness trackers, but the Venu line flips the script wi

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May 26 2026WEATHER

Storm Watch in Alabama: Mild Threats and Heavy Rain

Alabama is under a light chance of severe weather this Monday, with the Storm Prediction Center rating parts of west and south Alabama a Level 1 risk. A Level 1 means isolated storms could pop up, but large outbreaks are unlikely. The National Weather Service warned that some of these storms might b

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May 20 2026ENVIRONMENT

Tiny birds, big choices: How to pick the right flowers for your hummingbird garden

Many people think hummingbirds only care about red flowers, but science says differently. These birds actually see way more colors than humans can—including ultraviolet light. So while red flowers are still great, they aren’t the only game in town. The key is picking plants that give hummingbirds wh

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May 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Binge‑Ready Star Wars Shorts: A Quick Dive into Disney+’s New Anime Series

Disney’s streaming platform has long been a haven for science‑fiction lovers, boasting fan favorites from the Star Wars universe and Marvel. Yet when it comes to a show that can be finished in one go, the latest addition stands out. This anthology drops three seasons of bite‑sized adventures, eac

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Political Ads and Hidden Money: A Closer Look at a Washington Group

A watchdog group has filed a 24‑page complaint against the conservative committee Let’s Go Washington, saying it did not report more than 150 instances of political advertising linked to two statewide initiatives. The complaint, brought by Washingtonians for Ethical Government, claims that the group

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May 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Mizuki’s power drops in latest Overwatch update

The latest game update for Overwatch just took a swing at one of its newest heroes, Mizuki. Players who loved using him for area healing now have to adjust their strategy because his protective wall, called Kekkai Sanctuary, works differently. Before, the wall blocked incoming attacks but now it blo

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Apr 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smartwatch Sale Alert: Two Top Models Drop Below $400

Smartwatches keep getting pricier, but right now two popular models are finally getting reasonable discounts. The Pixel Watch 4 from Google is selling for about $40 off its normal price, while Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 8 is getting an even steeper 26% discount. Both watches are still weeks or even mont

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Apr 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Which wearable fits your daily life better: a smart ring or a smartwatch?

Smart rings and smartwatches both track health, sleep, and activity, but they work very differently. A smart ring like the Oura Ring 4 is small, lightweight, and doesn’t have a screen. That means no distractions from notifications or alerts while you’re moving. It’s great for people who want to moni

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Apr 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Affordable but Not All‑That‑Great: The Polar Street X Review

The Polar Street X is the first big watch from Finland’s Polar in 2026. It costs about $249 in the U. S. and £219 in the U. K. , so it is Polar’s cheapest GPS model. It also adds a flashlight, a feature that only a few sports watches have. The watch looks like a rugged G‑Shock. Its case is

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Apr 14 2026WEATHER

Storm alerts spread across three states as severe weather takes shape

A widespread storm system is sweeping through parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa right now, bringing serious weather risks. Strong winds, large hail, and even possible tornadoes are in the forecast for tonight. One tornado has already been reported in Blue Earth County, where damage was spotted

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