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Aug 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Venice Film Festival: Stars, Politics, and Cooler Weather

The 82nd Venice Film Festival is set to dazzle with a star-studded lineup, but not everyone is showing up. Julia Roberts will grace the Lido for the first time, while Gal Gadot is notably absent. The festival, running from August 27 to September 6, will feature a mix of high-profile movies and political drama. George Clooney and Adam Sandler will be there for Noah B...

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Aug 18 2025WEATHER

Heavy Rains Wreak Havoc in Mountain Regions

In recent times, heavy rainfalls have been causing significant problems in the mountainous areas of India and Pakistan. These sudden and intense downpours, known as cloudbursts, have led to flash floods, landslides, and mudflows, resulting in loss of life and destruction of property. In one such incident, a district in northwestern Pakistan called Buner experienced ...

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Aug 18 2025WEATHER

Weekend Weather: Heat, Storms, and a Hurricane Watch

The weekend weather forecast is a mix of heat, storms, and a hurricane watch. The day will start off hot and humid, with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s and low 90s. As the day progresses, a cold front will move in, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms. These storms could pack a punch, with gusty winds and heavy downpours. But there's a silver linin...

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Aug 18 2025WEATHER

Baltimore's Weather: A Week of Changes

Baltimore is in for a wild weather ride this week. It all starts with a scorching Sunday, where the heat index could soar to triple digits. The sun will be out, making it feel even hotter than it actually is. But don't worry, relief is on the way. By Monday, things will cool down a bit. The highs will drop to the low 80s, and there's a 30% chance of rain in the afte...

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Aug 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

AI Weather Tools: What They Can and Can't Do

AI tools are getting better at predicting the weather in the short term. But there's a big difference between predicting the weather for the next few days and predicting climate trends for the next few decades. Some people think AI can solve climate change, but it's not that simple. AI can help process weather data faster. This is useful for things like managing fis...

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Aug 16 2025SPORTS

Rainy Night Cuts Short Football Fun

The skies opened up and poured on the football plans of many teams in the Midlands. Lightning and heavy rain made it impossible to finish the games at W. J. Keenan, River Bluff, and Chapin. It was a bummer for players and fans alike, but at least some teams got to play before the weather turned nasty. The Richland One Sertoma Jamboree saw A. C. Flora and Eau Claire ...

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Aug 16 2025WEATHER

Weather Updates, But Make It YouTube

YouTube is not just for cat videos and music anymore. It has grown into a place where people learn about all sorts of things. One surprising thing people use YouTube for is weather updates. There is a channel called the Severe Weather Center. A meteorologist named Max Velocity runs it. He explains weather patterns in the United States. Max started his channel in 201...

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Aug 15 2025WEATHER

Heavy Rain in Kashmir Leaves Many in Danger

In the Indian-administered region of Kashmir, a sudden and intense downpour has caused significant destruction. This event has led to the deaths of at least 46 people and left over 200 others unaccounted for. The town of Chashoti, known for its Hindu pilgrimage sites, has been severely affected. Flash floods transformed roads into raging rivers, sweeping away vehicle...

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Aug 15 2025WEATHER

Heatwave Alert: Millions in the U. S. Face Dangerous Conditions

The U. S. is bracing for a severe heatwave this weekend, with a significant portion of the Eastern region under threat. By Sunday, a staggering 38 million people will be at "major" risk of heat stress, while another 7 million could face "extreme" danger, according to the National Weather Service. The Midwest and Central Plains are expected to experience the highest ...

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Aug 15 2025BUSINESS

How Hong Kong's MTR is Balancing Weather, Profits, and Future Plans

Hong Kong's MTR Corporation has been navigating through a stormy season, both literally and figuratively. The recent weather has been tough, with many black rainstorm warnings and typhoons. Despite this, the MTR has proven to be the most reliable way to get around the city. Bad weather does affect how many people use the trains, but it also brings more shoppers to th...

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