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Oct 18 2025WEATHER

Knoxville's Winter Preview: What to Expect in 2025-26

Winter is creeping closer to East Tennessee. The leaves are falling, and mornings are getting chillier. But how cold will it get? And when might we see snow? First, let's talk about frost. The National Weather Service says the average first frost hits Knoxville around October 24. But don't expect f

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Oct 18 2025LIFESTYLE

Rain Boots That Are Perfect for Wet Weather

Rainy days are here, and it's time to think about keeping your feet dry and comfy. The Chooka Waterproof Chelsea Rain Boots are a hot item right now. They are not just good-looking but also super practical. These boots are made to keep water out and have a soft fake fur inside to keep your feet warm

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Oct 18 2025WEATHER

Michigan Braces for Storms: Energy Company Steps Up

A major energy provider in Michigan is taking action to help people get ready for a big storm coming this Sunday. They are sending out 200 teams to fix any power problems that might happen. The National Weather Service says heavy rain and thunderstorms will start early in the morning and last all da

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Oct 18 2025WEATHER

Weekend Weather: Sun, Fun, and Rain on the Horizon

The weather forecast for the upcoming weekend is looking quite promising. The skies will be clear, making it an ideal time to enjoy outdoor activities. The temperatures will be mild, with highs reaching the low to mid-60s. This is perfect for a hike, a trip to the orchard, or even catching the Head

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Oct 18 2025CRIME

Psychology's Brief Flirtation with Crime Solving

In the early 1900s, a bold idea emerged in the world of crime solving. Two psychologists, Max Wertheimer and Julius Klein, suggested using word association tests to figure out if someone was guilty of a crime. This method, called Tatbestandsdiagnostik, quickly became a hot topic in psychology and cr

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Oct 18 2025OPINION

How Susan Stamberg Made NPR Sound Like Home

Susan Stamberg was a game-changer for NPR. She didn't just report the news; she made it feel personal. Back in the early days of NPR, she was the voice that made people stop and wonder, "Who is that? " She wasn't your typical news anchor. She was lively, funny, and real. She made the news feel like

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Oct 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI is changing the way we work and learn

AI is making big waves in science, work, and social media. It's like having a super-smart assistant that can do more than just answer questions. For example, there's a new tool that turns research papers into interactive AI agents. These agents can answer complex questions, show data in new ways, an

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Oct 18 2025BUSINESS

Big Money Moves: How a Huge Investment Could Change Live Broadcasts Forever

A massive financial deal just shook up the world of live broadcasts. 26North Partners is putting $700 million into NEP Group. This is big news because NEP is a major player in live events, from the Super Bowl to the Olympics. This investment is not just about money. It's about expanding NEP's reach

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Oct 18 2025SCIENCE

How Ivermectin Mixes with Water and PEG

Ivermectin is a drug that doesn't dissolve well in water. This can make it less effective because it doesn't absorb well in the body. Scientists have some data on how well it dissolves in single solvents and a few mixtures, but not enough in more complex combinations. Researchers decided to study h

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Oct 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Facebook's AI: A New Way to Edit Your Unshared Photos

Facebook is rolling out a new feature that lets its AI suggest edits for photos on your phone that you haven't shared yet. This is happening in the U. S. and Canada. Users can choose to let Facebook's AI analyze their camera roll and suggest edits. These suggestions can be for collages, recaps, AI r

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