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Nov 25 2024HEALTH

Chippewa Valley’s New Independent Hospital: What You Need to Know

In Wisconsin’s Chippewa Valley, the Health Cooperative is changing the game with its plans for a full-service, locally-governed hospital. They’ve just earned a big stamp of approval from the IRS, gaining a 501c3 designation. tomorrow, they’re inviting everyone to a meeting at the Heyde Center to spi

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Nov 25 2024TECHNOLOGY

Upgrade Your TV Audio: Best Black Friday Soundbar Deals

You just bought a new TV, but your guests are struggling to hear the action. That's because a great screen isn't enough for a complete home entertainment setup. You need good audio too, and a soundbar is a simple way to boost your TV's sound. Luckily, Black Friday is here, and there are some amazing

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Nov 25 2024HEALTH

Weather Shifts: Do They Really Make Us Sick?

Ever felt like changes in weather bring on headaches or make your arthritis flare up? You’re not alone. Dr. Mike Sevilla, from Salem Family Care in Ohio, confirms that weather can affect our health. As winter arrives and we witness major weather shifts, like the recent “bomb cyclone” on the West Coa

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Nov 25 2024ENVIRONMENT

Alaska's Beach Bounce Back: How Infauna Thrived After Oil Spill Cleanup

In 1989, the Exxon Valdez oil spill wreaked havoc on Alaska's Prince William Sound. Cleanup efforts involved blasting the beaches with high-pressure, heated water to remove the oil. Scientists worried about the long-term effects on the beach habitats. Nine years later, a study checked in on these be

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Nov 24 2024SPORTS

Week 12 NFL Touchdown Bets: Who Will Score?

Excited to talk NFL bets this week! We're zeroing in on players to score touchdowns. Let's dive in! Chiefs vs. Panthers at 1 PM ET: Panthers' defense isn’t scaring anyone, ranking low in both pass and run DVOA. Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy at +230 is our pick, he’s lightning fast and has scored in six g

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Nov 24 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Director Wants Loud ‘Wicked’ Movie Experience

The director of the ‘Wicked’ movie, Jon M. Chu, has a simple request for theatergoers: crank up the volume! On the film’s opening night, he shared on X (formerly Twitter) that the ideal audio level should be set to a 7. Chu, who has seen a few screenings, noticed that many theaters play it at around

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Nov 24 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Chuck Woolery: A Life Beyond Game Shows

Chuck Woolery, a beloved game show host known for his charisma and matched-making skills, passed away at the age of 83. Woolery's journey in the entertainment industry began with singing in the band The Avant-Garde, whose hit "Naturally Stoned" climbed the charts. Originally from Kentucky, Woolery's

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Nov 24 2024TECHNOLOGY

Starlink Launch: SpaceX Aims for Saturday Night

SpaceX has marked Saturday evening as the ideal time to launch 20 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit. The launch site chosen is Vandenberg Space Force Base, with a four-hour window that kicks off at 7:26 p. m. Once the first stage of the Falcon 9 rocket detaches, it’s scheduled to touch down o

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Nov 24 2024SCIENCE

How Seepage Affects Tunnel Supports

Have you ever wondered what happens when water seeps through tunnels under extreme conditions? This process, known as seepage, can cause big problems for the supports holding up tunnels. In simple terms, seepage can make the rock around tunnels deform a lot and behave in complex ways. Sometimes, thi

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Nov 24 2024SCIENCE

How Explosions Affect Tunnels

Imagine a tunnel, deep underground, and a controlled explosion happening nearby. Researchers wanted to understand how stress waves from these blasts travel and how they might cause cracks in the tunnel's structure. They built a small model tunnel using cement mortar to mimic real rock. By setting of

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