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Jun 11 2026OPINION

Rural Alaska struggles as fuel costs skyrocket

Rural Alaskans are feeling the heat—not just from the cold but from soaring fuel prices. With each dollar added to fuel costs, rural Alaska loses $100 million, according to researchers tracking the economic impact. Small towns face the worst of it as gasoline hits $9 per gallon in some places like B

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Jun 11 2026FINANCE

Gas Prices Bounce Back as Summer Heat Builds

Natural gas prices climbed slightly this week after hitting a two-week low. The jump came as weather forecasts predicted hotter temperatures spreading across the U. S. , especially in the Midwest and East Coast. More people would crank up their air conditioners, increasing demand for electricity—and

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Jun 11 2026WEATHER

Weather check: Mid-Atlantic braces for heat, storms, then a weekend cool-down

The DMV region is gearing up for a rollercoaster end to the week. After scattered showers and rumbles of thunder on Wednesday, the real show starts Thursday and peaks Friday. A thick blanket of heat and moisture will roll in, pushing highs into the mid-90s. When you add the humidity, stepping outsid

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Jun 11 2026WEATHER

North Jersey braces for a couple of steamy days

North Jersey won’t get much of a break this week—temperatures are climbing, and so is the humidity. The National Weather Service says the area should expect a heat advisory starting Thursday at noon, stretching until 8 p. m. Friday. That covers Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, and Sussex coun

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Jun 11 2026SPORTS

New Face of American Eagle: Meet Lamine Yamal

Eighteen-year-old soccer player Lamine Yamal is in Tennessee right now, not just chasing dreams but also a World Cup trophy. The Barcelona winger, standing at 178 cm, is part of Spain’s squad preparing for the 2026 tournament. The team settled into Embassy Suites in downtown Chattanooga while traini

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Jun 11 2026SPORTS

Why the Packers' future depends on a decades-old TV law

A small rule from 1961 is now causing big fights between the NFL, the Green Bay Packers, and Wisconsin’s politicians. The Sports Broadcasting Act lets the NFL make one big TV deal and share the money equally with all 32 teams. The Packers say this keeps them alive—they’re the only team owned by fans

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Jun 11 2026BUSINESS

Why team fashion should prioritize comfort just as much as team spirit

Fans love wearing their favorite team’s colors, but many jerseys and hoodies end up forgotten in drawers. One clothing company decided to fix that by making fan gear that actually feels good to wear. Instead of plastering big team logos everywhere, they focused on soft fabrics and designs that last.

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Jun 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Traditional Korean fashion gets a video game glow-up

A new game is blending old and new by turning traditional Korean hanbok robes into playable outfits in a fantasy world. Instead of keeping these cultural pieces locked in history, the project aims to breathe fresh life into them through pixel-art graphics. A clothing brand that mixes vintage pattern

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Jun 10 2026BUSINESS

Retirement After Four Decades: A Jewelry Legacy Ends

George and Colleen Wood decided to close their long‑running jewelry shop on June 5, ending a 41‑year run that began in the 1970s. The store, once located on Main Street and now at Countryside Plaza in East Huntingdon, had become a local landmark. Long‑time customers stopped by to say goodbye, sharin

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Jun 10 2026POLITICS

Toxic Crowd Control: Why Kids Are the Unseen Victims

Police use tear gas and pepper spray at protests, claiming it stops crowds. Yet many reports show children suffering the worst effects. These chemicals are fine powders that burn eyes, lungs and throat. A child’s small airways, faster breathing rate and proximity to the ground make them especially v

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