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Nov 22 2024HEALTH

Winter Workouts: Staying Active in the Cold

Don't let the chilly weather be an excuse to ditch your exercise routine. Dr. Leana Wen, an emergency physician, encourages everyone to stay active even during the winter months. She suggests aiming for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week. This can include fun winter activities like

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Nov 22 2024BUSINESS

Warm Weather and Storms Hit Gap's Sales, but Holiday Season Looks Bright

Gap, the well-known apparel brand, had a bit of a rough third quarter. Hurricanes and unseasonably warm weather really took a toll on their sales. But, despite these challenges, they still managed to do better than expected. In fact, they even raised their annual sales guidance for the third time th

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Nov 21 2024WEATHER

California Braces for Massive Rain: What to Expect

Get ready, California! A powerful atmospheric river is on its way, packing a punch that could lead to dangerous flooding. This isn't your average rainstorm; it's expected to dump a whopping 12 to 16 inches of rain in some areas. This isn't a new thing; earlier this week, a bomb cyclone brought simil

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Nov 21 2024WEATHER

Northern California Faces Heavy Rain and Snow: What You Need to Know

Let's talk about the latest weather troubles in Northern California. Meteorologists predict up to 16 inches of rain through Friday, with some places like Santa Rosa already seeing 5 inches in just 24 hours. This heavy rain is part of a strong atmospheric river, a big stream of moisture, hitting the

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Nov 21 2024ENVIRONMENT

The Microplastic Boom: How Storms Shift Pollution in Chennai

Imagine diving into the coastal waters of Thiruvottiyur after a storm. Researchers spotted something alarming: a surge in tiny plastic pieces, known as microplastics. Before Cyclone Michaung, these debris were just 150 per kilogram of sediment and 1. 28 per liter of seawater. But after the cyclone,

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Nov 21 2024WEATHER

Rain is finally coming to save New England from the drought!

New England has been bone dry for months. The last time Boston saw more than an inch of rain was way back on June 26. The region has been dealing with a bad drought and lots of wildfires. But guess what? A storm is on its way to bring some much-needed rain. This storm will hit New England early on

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Nov 20 2024WEATHER

Winter Storms Affect Nine States: Up to 3 Feet of Snow Expected

A big winter storm is hitting nine states across the U. S. , with up to 3 feet of snow predicted in some areas. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings and advisories, expecting poor driving conditions and possible power outages. In North Dakota, nearly the entire state is under advi

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Nov 20 2024WEATHER

What's Up with West Coast's 'Bomb Cyclone' Storm?

Ever heard of a 'bomb cyclone'? It's a scary-sounding weather term that's in the news again. The West Coast is bracing for a big storm, and this rapid weather change is called bombogenesis by meteorologists. When a cold air mass meets a warm one, often over water, a storm can quickly intensify. This

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Nov 20 2024WEATHER

Big Storm Hits Northwest: Power Out, Trees Down

A powerful storm, known as a "bomb cyclone, " hit the northwest United States on Tuesday night. It brought strong winds and heavy rain, causing widespread power outages and trees to fall. In Lynnwood, Washington, a woman died when a tree hit a homeless encampment. In Seattle, another tree trapped so

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Nov 20 2024WEATHER

A Wet and Windy Week: The Pacific Northwest and California Prepare

A big storm is heading towards Northern California and the Pacific Northwest. Meteorologists call it a "bomb cyclone" because it has quickly become very powerful. This storm brings heavy rain and strong winds. Some areas might get up to 8 inches of rain. High wind watches and winter storm warnings a

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