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Feb 18 2025SCIENCE

Knocking Out CNPY3: A New Tool for Stem Cell Research

First, let's talk about the CNPY3 gene. This gene is like a helper for a group of proteins known as toll-like receptors (TLRs). It helps these proteins fold correctly and get to where they need to go. Now, imagine you have a special kind of stem cell, called human embryonic stem cells (hESCs). These

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Feb 17 2025WEATHER

North Carolina's Winter Storm: What You Need to Know

North Carolina is bracing for a winter storm set to hit on Wednesday. The storm is currently over the Western U. S. , with its energy centered over Washington state. This location is important because weather balloons will soon gather data from the storm, which will help refine the forecast. The st

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Feb 17 2025WEATHER

Brace Yourselves: Arctic Chill is Coming

The Chippewa Valley is in for a cold snap. February has been more winter-like than January. Snow will stop falling today, but the cold air is coming back. Arctic high pressure from Canada will take over for the upcoming week. The day will start with clouds, but they will clear up. Temperatures

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Feb 16 2025POLITICS

Justice Department's Independence Under Fire

The Justice Department, a place that should be all about facts and the law, is facing some serious trouble. Just a month into the new administration, there have been some worrying moves. The department has been asking for the names of thousands of FBI agents who looked into the Capitol riot. They

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Feb 16 2025WEATHER

Weather Chaos Hits the U. S. : From Floods to Snowstorms

The eastern part of the U. S. is gearing up for a fresh round of intense, wet weather. This includes heavy rain and strong winds that could bring tornadoes to the Mississippi Valley. Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Arkansas are under flood alerts. The National Weather Service is urging peopl

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Feb 16 2025WEATHER

Metro Detroit Braces for Winter Storm: What to Expect

Metro Detroit is in for a snowy Sunday. A winter storm is headed our way, and it's going to dump a lot of snow. The weather folks have issued warnings for most of Southeast Michigan. The hardest hit areas will be Sanilac, St. Clair, Macomb, Wayne, and Monroe counties. These places can expect 5 to 7

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Feb 15 2025WEATHER

Warm and Wild: Weather Alerts for the Weekend

The weather forecast for the weekend has changed. The risk of severe weather has increased, now covering most areas north of the 10/12 corridor. This means a level 3/5 risk for tornadoes and strong winds. This is because a warm front has moved through, bringing warmer temperatures and humidity. The

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Feb 15 2025WEATHER

Weather Watch: Rain and Wind This Weekend, Wintery Mix Next Week

Get ready for a mix of weather this weekend and next week. Today, expect a mix of clouds and scattered showers. The temperature will hover around 50 to 60 degrees. Overnight, a few more showers are possible, with temperatures staying in the 50s and low 60s. Sunday is expected to be a weather event d

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Feb 15 2025CRIME

New Clues in Altoona Murder Case

In the quiet town of Altoona, Wisconsin, investigators from the Wisconsin Department of Justice are back at the home of Dennis Schattie, located at 1308 St. Andrews Drive. This isn't their first visit. They're digging deeper, searching for new evidence. Why? Because Tracey Clark, who recently pleade

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Feb 15 2025CELEBRITIES

Rappers Win Legal Battle

Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs are no longer facing a sexual assault lawsuit. The case was thrown out by the court. The person who accused them, known as Jane Doe, decided to drop the case. This means the lawsuit can't be brought back in its current form. Jay-Z, whose real name is Shawn Carter, said t

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