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Dec 22 2025HEALTH

Sausage Alert: Check Your Fridge for This Recall!

A Portland company has pulled some of its sausages from the market. Olympia Provisions has recalled nearly 1, 930 pounds of their holiday kielbasa sausages. The U. S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced this on Friday. These sausages were sold in stores across C

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Dec 22 2025HEALTH

Mixing Meds and Drinks: A Risky Combo

Mixing medications and alcohol can be a dangerous game. Many people don't realize that even common over-the-counter drugs can react badly with alcohol. This can lead to serious health issues, from liver damage to respiratory problems. Let's start with pain relievers. Ibuprofen and naproxen, found i

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Dec 22 2025SCIENCE

Nuclear Fuel Gets a Self-Healing Upgrade

Nuclear energy has always had two big problems: fuel breakdown and waste. But scientists might have found a way to fix both. They've created a special kind of nuclear fuel that can heal itself. How? By adding tiny particles that trap harmful stuff before it can cause damage. This isn't just a small

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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

Subway Safety: Who's Really to Blame?

New York's subway system has seen a few scary incidents lately. A young man was stabbed on a platform, and another was hurt on a train. These events have sparked a heated debate about who's responsible for keeping riders safe. Bruce Blakeman, a Republican hoping to become governor, says Governor Ka

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Dec 21 2025WEATHER

Heavy Snowfall to Blanket Western States: Stay Safe and Plan Ahead

A significant winter storm is on its way, and it's going to be a big one. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings for several states, including California, Washington, Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. This storm is expected to bring heavy snowfall, strong winds, and travel disruptions fro

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Dec 21 2025HEALTH

Building Safely in a Changing Climate: Protecting Workers on Site

Construction workers are in the frontline of climate change. They spend long hours outside and face serious health risks. Heat waves, humidity, and cold snaps can all cause problems. So can air pollution. These issues are well known. But what can be done to keep workers safe? A recent study looked

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Dec 21 2025CRIME

How Technology and Online Sleuths Hunted a Killer

In the hunt for the Boston Marathon bombers, two things stood out. First, cameras everywhere played a big role. Second, online detectives had some hits and misses. The search started after a deadly explosion. It took five days to catch the suspects. Cameras on streets and buildings gave important c

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Dec 21 2025LIFESTYLE

A Survivor's Journey: Life After a Plane Crash

Pete Carleton, a regular traveler, found himself in a terrifying situation when his flight to Toronto took a dramatic turn. The plane, which had been a usual mode of transport for him, suddenly became a scene of chaos. As the aircraft prepared to land, its main landing gear support failed, causing t

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Dec 20 2025CRIME

Taipei's Knife-Wielding Attacker: A Puzzle Without a Clear Motive

In Taipei, a man named Chang Wen carried out a shocking attack, leaving three people dead. Police are still trying to figure out why he did it. They know he planned it carefully. Two days before the attack, he stayed at a budget hotel near where it all ended. He even left digital clues about his pla

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Dec 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

Weather Science in Peril: A Risky Move by the Trump Administration

The Trump administration has sparked concern among scientists and officials by planning to break up the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), a key institution for weather, wildfire, and climate science. This decision comes amid tensions between President Donald Trump and Colorado Governo

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