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Apr 29 2026WEATHER

Mississippi braces for another stormy week

Mississippi isn’t done with rough weather yet. After days of storms, another round of severe weather is expected on Tuesday, April 28, this time bringing the risk of large hail, strong winds, and possible tornadoes. Nearly the entire state is under some level of warning, with the highest risks—Level

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Apr 29 2026WEATHER

Severe storms hit Mineral Wells, Texas, causing injuries and damage

Heavy storms swept through Palo Pinto County, about 90 miles from Dallas, leaving a trail of injuries and destruction in Mineral Wells. Emergency teams rushed to the scene after reports of people hurt and buildings damaged. The exact number of injuries and how bad they are remains unclear for now.

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Apr 29 2026WEATHER

Big hail, big storms: What’s really happening over Dallas?

A long spell of wild weather has kept the Midwest and South on edge for days now. Power cuts and fallen trees have already caused problems in places like Michigan, where one person lost their life when a storm toppled a tree. Now, the next round of storms is moving south, and Dallas is in the crossh

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Apr 28 2026HEALTH

Surveillance of Antibiotic Use in Developing Nations

In many countries with limited resources, doctors and pharmacists lack reliable data about how medicines are used. Without this information, it is hard to see where antibiotics are overused or where bacteria have become resistant. A new project plans to fix this by linking two digital tools: e

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Apr 28 2026CRIME

How to Publish a Loved One’s Obituary in the Newspaper

Submitting an obituary is easier than it looks. First, pick your method: email the required checklist to obits@pioneerpress. com or use the online portal. If you need help, call 651‑228‑5263 for guidance. You’ll need basic details: the deceased’s name, your full contact info, and a photo in JPEG or

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Political Shake‑Up: Romania’s Government Faces Uncertain Future

A new challenge looms for Romania’s pro‑European government. Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan, who leads a minority cabinet, may lose power in early May after a coalition partner and the far‑right opposition filed a no‑confidence motion. The Social Democrats, once part of Bolojan’s coalition, resigned la

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Dangerous Days: Trump’s Life in Peril

The list of threats against the former president is long and growing. Since his first campaign appearance in 2015, dozens of people have tried to harm him. Early incidents were small scale – a protester at a Ohio rally, an armed Brit in Las Vegas, and a forklift driver in North Dakota. Late

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Senegal’s Parliament Moves to Clear Path for Sonko’s Future Run

Senegal’s lawmakers just passed a new voting law that could let former opposition leader Ousmane Sonko run in the 2029 presidential race. The bill was approved with a large margin: 128 members voted for it, only 11 opposed and two stayed neutral. Sonko, who was barred from the 2024 election be

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Small Village, Big Conflict

In the quiet village of Majdal Zoun in southern Lebanon, a sudden air attack left two soldiers wounded and three rescue workers trapped beneath rubble. Lebanese army officials confirmed the injuries, while civil defense reports say a joint effort is underway to free those buried. The Israeli forces

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Apr 28 2026WEATHER

Storm Chaos Leaves One Dead, Millions at Risk

A man from Kent County in Michigan lost his life when a tree toppled on him during a sudden thunderstorm, officials reported. The victim was 39 years old and had been outside with friends when strong winds knocked several trees over. He tried to warn others before the fall, possibly saving lives. T

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