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Apr 05 2025WEATHER

Celebrities in the Path of Potential Flooding

The Midwest and South are bracing for a significant weather event. An atmospheric river is expected to bring heavy rainfall, leading to severe flooding. This weather pattern has a very low chance of occurring, but it's happening. The National Weather Service has issued multiple alerts, including flo

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Apr 05 2025OPINION

Trade Wars: The Hidden Costs of Tariffs

The recent push for heavy import taxes by a certain U. S. president has sparked a lot of talk. This leader sees tariffs as a way to even the playing field in global trade. He believes they can make other countries lower their own taxes on U. S. goods. Some even call it a "Liberation Day" from foreig

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

The Ups and Downs of Trump's Trade Moves and Tax Plans

While the world watches Trump's tariffs shake up the markets, a big debate is happening in the Senate. Republicans are trying to figure out how to move forward with Trump's tax plans and other big spending ideas. It's not easy for them to agree on what to do. The Senate Republicans had a tough

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

Political Tensions Threaten Medical Research Funding

Sixteen states, led by Democratic attorneys general, have taken legal action against the National Institutes of Health. They accuse the agency of intentionally delaying and disrupting medical research grants. This move has sparked controversy and raised concerns about the future of scientific rese

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Apr 05 2025HEALTH

Bright Colors, Bright Moods: How to Feel Better Naturally

The United States has been sliding down the happiness charts. This is not good news. But there is a simple way to boost your mood. It is all about the colors that surround you. It is not just about how you feel. Colors can actually change how your body works. They can make your heart beat slow

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Apr 05 2025BUSINESS

Downtown Eau Claire: Road Work Blues for Local Auto Shop

In the heart of Eau Claire, a significant road project is set to kick off, bringing with it a mix of necessary improvements and unexpected challenges for local businesses. The city is gearing up to overhaul Madison Street, a vital artery that will see road repairs, new traffic lights, and sidewalk f

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Apr 05 2025BUSINESS

Nintendo's Switch 2: Tariffs and the Gaming World

The gaming world is buzzing with talk about the Switch 2, Nintendo's upcoming console. But there's more to the story than just a new gaming device. The delay in pre-orders has sparked a lot of questions and concerns. This delay is not just about Nintendo's internal issues. It's also about the broade

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

Tesla's Political Storm: How Consumer Backlash is Shaking Up the EV Giant

Tesla is in hot water. The electric vehicle company saw its stock drop by over 30 percent in the first three months of 2025. This is a big deal because it wiped out all the gains they made after the last election. Why the sudden change? It turns out, people are not happy with CEO Elon Musk’s involve

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Apr 05 2025SCIENCE

Rocks from Space: Two Asteroids to Fly By Earth

Two space rocks are heading towards Earth. One is about the size of a car. The other is roughly the size of a large airplane. Both are expected to pass by Earth on the same day. The smaller one will zoom by in the morning. The larger one will make its appearance in the afternoon. The car-sized

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

Trump's Tariffs: Big Oil's Lucky Break

The energy sector just got a big break. The recent tariff package rolled out by the president includes a notable exception for fossil fuels. This move has sparked conversations about the influence of big oil donors on political decisions. The tariffs, which range from 10% to higher rates for major e

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