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Jan 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

Wind Farms: More Than Just Clean Energy

China's push for green energy is making waves, both on land and in the sea. Wind farms, those giant spinning structures, are doing more than just generating electricity. They're giving marine life a helping hand. In 2025, renewable energy became the world's top electricity source, and China led the

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Jan 13 2026OPINION

Public Lands in Peril: A Year of Chaos and Controversy

The Trump administration's takeover brought swift and severe changes to public lands. The Department of the Interior saw a massive overhaul, with 2, 300 employees let go, leaving key agencies like the National Park Service and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) understaffed. This wasn't just about cutt

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Jan 13 2026EDUCATION

Skills for the Future: Why Trades Matter

The way we think about education after high school is changing. It's not just about going to a four-year college anymore. There are many paths to a good career, and trades are becoming a big part of that. In the Pacific Northwest, places like Cascadia Tech Academy are showing how important trades c

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Jan 13 2026CRYPTO

The Rise of Digital Dollars: How Rules Are Changing Paychecks

Paying workers in digital money is becoming more common. This isn't just about Bitcoin. There are other digital currencies that don't swing in value as much. These are called stablecoins. They are tied to regular money like dollars or euros. This makes them more reliable for paychecks. Rules matter

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Jan 13 2026CRYPTO

Crypto's New Player: KRAKacquisition Aims High

KRAKacquisition Corp. , a fresh face in the world of special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs), is making waves with a bold plan. This new venture, backed by an affiliate of the popular crypto exchange Kraken, is setting its sights on a $250 million public offering. The company, registered in th

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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

How Ring and Watch Duty Team Up to Tackle Wildfires

Ring has teamed up with Watch Duty to help people stay safe from wildfires. This partnership brings important fire updates right to your phone. It's part of Ring's Neighbors app, which already helps people share local news. Watch Duty is a well-known app for wildfire alerts. It gives real-time upda

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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Cyberattacks: A Growing Threat to Our Daily Lives

In October 2022, a routine hospital visit turned into a nightmare for a mother in Iowa. Her 3-year-old son, recovering from a tonsillectomy, was accidentally given an overdose of medication. The reason? A ransomware attack had crippled the hospital's computer systems, making it impossible for staff

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Jan 13 2026EDUCATION

Horry County Schools Expands to Meet Growing Needs

Horry County Schools is making a big move to keep up with the area's growth. They just bought a huge piece of land in Little River for almost $6 million. This isn't just any land grab; it's a smart investment for the future. The school board gave the green light on January 12. They're planning ahea

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Clintons Stand Firm Against Congressional Inquiry

The Clintons have chosen not to participate in a congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, calling it a politically motivated effort. They expressed their stance in a letter to Representative James Comer, who leads the House Oversight Committee. The Clintons believe the investigation is more

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Jan 13 2026LIFESTYLE

Raising Kids in Nevada: A Tough Gig?

Nevada isn't the best place to raise a family. It's near the bottom of the list. Only three states are worse. This is what a recent study found. The study looked at many things. It checked out family fun, health, safety, education, child care, affordability, and money matters. Nevada did okay in fa

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