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Oct 18 2024LIFESTYLE

Why Minnesotans Should Mix It Up for Halloween

It's no secret that trunk-or-treat events are a hit with parents who want a safe, convenient way to get their kids loads of candy. But let's not forget about another group that could really use some Halloween cheer: the elderly. Life in their golden years isn't always as sunny as it sounds. Many sen

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Oct 18 2024SPORTS

Get Ready for the FIS Ski World Cup Kick-off in Solden: Weather & Stay Options

It's finally happening! After a long wait, the 2024-2025 FIS Ski World Cup is back on October 26. The excitement starts in Solden, Austria, where top skiers like Mikaela Shiffrin will hit the slopes. But before you pack your bags, let's talk weather and accommodations. The weather in Solden leading

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Oct 18 2024WEATHER

Coastal B. C. on Alert: Heavy Rain and Wind Expected

Are you ready for some wild weather? British Columbia's south and central coasts are bracing for a major storm this weekend. Forecasters are warning about an atmospheric river system set to hit on Friday, which could bring flooding, heavy rain, and strong winds. The River Forecast Centre has issued

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Oct 18 2024ENVIRONMENT

California's Power Switch: A Windy Weekend Ahead

A big change happened in California recently. A major utility company turned off the power in 12 counties due to strong winds that can cause wildfires. This wind, known as the "diablo wind," is really dry and hot, making it easy for fires to start. About 13,000 customers woke up without electricity

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Oct 18 2024ENVIRONMENT

How We Can Keep the Power On During Wild Weather

Did you know that millions of people lose power every year due to extreme weather events? This was the reality for Cary Kottler, a clean energy executive, when a historic cold snap hit Texas in 2021. The temperature in his house was barely above freezing, and sadly, his family’s goldfish didn’t surv

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Ukraine's Future: NATO Membership or Nuclear Weapons?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently discussed Ukraine's need for NATO membership. He highlighted that 30 years ago, Ukraine gave up its nuclear weapons as part of the 1994 Budapest Memorandum. This deal promised security assurances from Russia, the UK, and the US in exchange for Ukraine'

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

TSMC Vows to Act Fast if Huawei Sanctions Are Violated

TSMC, the giant chip maker from Taiwan, has promised to take quick action if it's found not following rules about selling chips to Huawei. The U. S. has strict laws against selling high-tech chips to Huawei. TSMC said this after news broke that the U. S. Commerce Department was looking into whether

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

Apple's Bounce Back: iPhone 16 Sales Soar by 20% in China

Apple has turned the tide in China with its iPhone 16 series, seeing a 20% increase in sales within the first three weeks compared to the iPhone 15. Last year, Huawei's resurgence with the Kirin 9000S and Mate 60 series gave Apple some tough competition, forcing it to offer discounts on the iPhone 1

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

U. S. Sends More Military Aid to Ukraine: What's Included?

The United States is sending Ukraine an additional $425 million in military aid to help fight against Russian aggression. This is the 67th aid package since August 2021, showing ongoing support. The aid includes a lot of different weapons and equipment. For example, there are munitions for High-Mobi

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

North Korean Troops Heading to Russia for Ukraine War: South Korea’s Spy Agency

North Korea has sent nearly 1, 500 special forces soldiers to Russia for training, according to South Korea's National Intelligence Service. These troops could be deployed in the ongoing war in Ukraine. This comes after South Korea and Ukrainian intelligence services found North Korean officers in e

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