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Jun 29 2025WEATHER

Stuck in the Mud: A Long Night on West Virginia's Highway

Heavy rain caused a mudslide that blocked a storm drain, flooding the northbound lanes of a rural interstate in southern West Virginia. This left thousands of drivers stuck on the highway for over eight hours. The traffic jam stretched for 12 miles near Charleston, the state capital, with no detours

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Jun 29 2025POLITICS

Trump's Early Fed Chair Pick Could Cause Market Confusion

The idea of naming a new Federal Reserve chair well before Jerome Powell's term ends could lead to some serious market confusion. President Trump has hinted that he'll announce his pick soon and wants someone who will lower interest rates. Powell, however, has been cautious, citing a strong economy

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Jun 29 2025HEALTH

Home Care: The Three-Way Dance Between Older Couples and Nurses

Older couples often find themselves in a unique situation when one partner needs long-term care at home. This isn't just about the person receiving care; it's about the caregiving partner too. Both are usually older and may have their own health issues. Nurses play a crucial role here. They need to

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Jun 29 2025WEATHER

Flights in Chaos: Atlanta Airport Battles Storms During Peak Travel Time

Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, the world's busiest, faced a tough night due to severe weather. Hundreds of flights were canceled, and many more were delayed, causing headaches for travelers. Delta Air Lines, which calls Atlanta its home base, was hit the hardest. Nearly 14% of

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

Drones Strike Odesa as Ukraine Hits Back in Crimea

In the early hours, a drone attack on Odesa left two people dead and at least 17 hurt. The victims included a married couple, and three children were among the injured. The drone hit a residential building, causing significant damage and trapping residents inside. Meanwhile, Ukraine launched a coun

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Jun 28 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Big Win in Virginia: Mega Millions Hits $348 Million

In mid-2025, Virginia struck gold with a massive Mega Millions win. On June 27, a lucky ticket matched all six numbers, snagging an estimated $348 million prize, or $155. 5 million in cash. This win marked the fourth jackpot of the year and the tenth for Virginia, their biggest yet. The jackpot had

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Jun 28 2025BUSINESS

Trade Talks: Time is Running Out

The clock is ticking on trade negotiations, and the US economy might feel the heat soon. With just over a week left before the 90-day pause on "Liberation Day" tariffs ends, the White House is scrambling to finalize deals. But with only two agreements signed and many more to go, the July 9 deadline

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

Gaza's Deadly Food Hunt: Soldiers Speak Out

In Gaza, getting food has become a life-threatening task. Soldiers have come forward, sharing disturbing accounts of being ordered to shoot at starving crowds near food distribution sites. These sites, controlled by Israel, operate unpredictably, often leaving people desperate and vulnerable. The I

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Jun 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tesla's Self-Driving Delivery: A Step Forward or Just a Show?

Tesla made big waves with a video showing a Model Y driving itself from the factory to a customer's home. Elon Musk called it a first-of-its-kind, fully autonomous delivery. The car handled city streets, highways, and traffic lights all by itself. The new owner was thrilled when the car pulled up to

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

A Minnesota Family's Tragic Loss: A Call for Unity

A somber event is set to take place this Saturday, as Minnesota mourns the loss of a respected lawmaker and her husband. Melissa Hortman, a former Democratic speaker of the Minnesota House, and her husband, Mark, were tragically killed in their home earlier this month. The couple's golden retriever,

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