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Jan 07 2026WEATHER

Worcester and Nearby Towns Face Slippery Start to Wednesday

Winter weather struck Central Massachusetts hard overnight. Freezing rain left roads slick and dangerous. Because of this, several school districts decided to start classes two hours late on Wednesday, January 7th. Worcester was one of the districts affected, along with Shrewsbury, Leicester, Fitchb

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Jan 07 2026WEATHER

North Texas Weather: Warm Days and Stormy Nights Ahead

North Texas is in for a rollercoaster of weather this week. It started with a chill, but things are heating up fast. By afternoon, temperatures will climb to nearly 80 degrees, thanks to winds blowing in from the southeast. These winds are also bringing in moisture, so expect clouds to roll in as th

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Jan 07 2026BUSINESS

Cold Weather Gear Gets a New Boss

Centric Brands just made a big move in the world of cold-weather accessories. They bought Fownes Brothers & Co. , a company that's been around since 1777. That's right, this isn't some new startup. Fownes Brothers has been making high-quality leather gloves and other cold-weather gear for over two c

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Jan 06 2026WEATHER

Stormy Weather Ahead: What You Need to Know

The United States is bracing for a series of storms this week, with multiple states likely to experience a mix of snow, ice, and rain. The first storm is already making its way across the Great Lakes, heading towards the Northeast. This storm is expected to bring significant snowfall to northern New

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Jan 06 2026WEATHER

Unusual Warmth: Spring-Like Weather Hits Early in Parts of the U. S.

In the middle of winter, some places in the U. S. are getting a taste of spring. This is happening in parts of the Central and Eastern states. The weather is expected to stay warm through the weekend. Temperatures will go up to the 60s and 70s. This is surprising because these areas had a cold and s

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Jan 06 2026WEATHER

Staten Island's Weather Rollercoaster: Fog, Rain, and a Warm-Up

Staten Island is in for a weather rollercoaster this week. The National Weather Service has issued a heads-up: dense fog and light rain are on the way Tuesday night. Temperatures will hover above freezing, staying in the upper 30s to lower 40s. This isn't just any fog—it's expected to get thick, red

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Jan 06 2026WEATHER

North Texas: Warmth Breaks Records, Rain on the Horizon

North Texas is experiencing a heatwave that's breaking norms for early January. The National Weather Service predicts Tuesday's high will hit 76 degrees, a full 20 degrees above the average for this time of year. While it's warm, it's not quite record-breaking yet. The hottest January 6th was back i

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

KLM's Big Freeze: When Ice Becomes a Problem

In Amsterdam, KLM is facing a tough situation. Their planes need a special fluid to remove ice. But now, they are running low on this fluid. This is because of very cold weather. The cold weather has caused many flights to be cancelled. KLM has been using a lot of this fluid every day. They have 25

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Jan 06 2026WEATHER

New Jersey Weather: Freezing Rain Alert and Warm-Up Ahead

New Jersey is in for a weather rollercoaster. Tonight, the state will see dry conditions with clouds rolling in. But don't get too comfortable—tomorrow is set to bring a mix of rain and warmer temperatures. By late Tuesday afternoon, rain is expected to hit the northern half of the state. A low-pre

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Jan 06 2026HEALTH

Sunlight's Surprising Role in Mental Health

In a recent investigation, scientists explored how sunlight and heat in China could influence suicide rates. They examined data from Anhui Province over four years, specifically during the warmer months from May to September. The findings revealed a dual nature of sunlight. On milder days, increased

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