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Mar 18 2025WEATHER

March's Warmth: Rain, Sunshine, and Melting Snow

March has been unusually warm this year. It is over halfway through and temperatures in Boston are already more than 4. 5 degrees above the average for the month. This warmth brought rain to southern New England on Monday. Logan Airport received about 1. 75 inches of rain. Meanwhile, a band of heavy

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Mar 18 2025SPORTS

Weather Woes Can't Stop Golf's Big Show

The PGA Tour showed real skill in dealing with a stormy Sunday at The Players Championship. They managed to boost TV ratings despite the weather chaos. The final round drew in 3. 6 million viewers on NBC. This was a slight increase from the previous year, when Scottie Scheffler made a stunning comeb

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Mar 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

AI's Impact on Hollywood Jobs: A Growing Concern

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is causing a stir in Hollywood, with many industry professionals worried about its potential effects on their jobs. More than 420 people from the entertainment world have signed a letter. They want the government to keep strong copyright laws for AI. This group includ

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Mar 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Green Are America's Ports?

The Port of Los Angeles, the biggest in the U. S. , is buzzing with activity. Electric top-handlers move trailers on and off massive container ships. Some ships plug into electricity instead of burning diesel while in harbor. This shift is part of a broader effort to clean up the air around America'

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Mar 18 2025POLITICS

Tariffs: The Confusing Game of Numbers

The world of international trade can be a confusing place. Especially when it comes to tariffs. Recently, a well-known TV host had a tough time getting clear answers from a top official. The host wanted to know about the possible increase in tariffs on imported goods. Could Americans face up to 50%

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Mar 18 2025BUSINESS

Google's Billion-Dollar Bet on Cybersecurity

Google is making a significant move in the cybersecurity world. The tech giant has agreed to purchase Wiz, a cybersecurity firm, for $32 billion. This is Google's largest acquisition ever, surpassing the $23 billion offer it made last July, which Wiz turned down. The deal is set to close in 2026, pe

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Mar 18 2025EDUCATION

What Happens to School Funding if the Education Department Closes?

The U. S. Department of Education has been a subject of debate for some time. Some people advocate for its closure, while others express concern about the potential impact on students. It is important to look at the facts to understand what might happen if the department were to shut down. The In

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Mar 18 2025SCIENCE

Astronomers Turn Near-Miss Asteroid Into a Science Opportunity

Astronomers have a new target for exploration: asteroid 2024 YR4. This asteroid, once thought to be a potential threat, is now seen as a golden opportunity for scientific discovery. It was first spotted in December 2024. It is not very large, measuring between 130 to 300 feet (40 to 90 meters) ac

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Mar 18 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Big April Bounce?

Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, has had a rough few months. But some experts are hopeful about a turnaround. They think bitcoin will start to recover in April. This prediction is based on bitcoin's past price movements. Timothy Peterson, an economist, has been studying bitcoin's price history.

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Mar 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

Growing Seaweed: Twine vs. Binder Methods

Seaweed farming is booming worldwide, all thanks to the rising need for its many uses. One big challenge is finding ways to grow it cheaply. Two methods stand out: twine and binder. Twine has been around longer and is quite reliable. Binder is newer and could be easier to scale up, cutting down on c

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