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Jul 10 2025WEATHER

Texas Floods: Did Staffing Shortages Worsen the Disaster?

In July 2025, central Texas faced devastating flash floods, leading to over 100 deaths. Many pointed fingers at President Donald Trump's administration, blaming staffing cuts at the National Weather Service (NWS) for the high death toll. However, the facts tell a more complex story. The NWS did iss

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Jul 10 2025POLITICS

Weather Chief Nominee Faces Senate Scrutiny Amid Flooding Crisis

The Senate is set to grill Neil Jacobs, President Trump's choice to head the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), during a confirmation hearing. This comes just days after severe flash floods devastated central Texas, raising questions about the agency's preparedness and resources

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Jul 10 2025POLITICS

Texas Floods and the Future of Weather Warnings

The recent floods in Texas have sparked a debate about the readiness of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This agency is in charge of the National Weather Service, which sends out warnings for dangerous weather like tornadoes and flash floods. A scientist named Neil Jacobs

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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

Unlocking Patient Feedback: How Online Reviews Can Improve Healthcare

Online healthcare platforms are growing fast. Patients now share their experiences openly. These reviews can help judge the quality of medical services. But, we need a better way to understand them. Most reviews focus on personal experiences. They talk about doctors, hospitals, and treatments. But,

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Jul 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

HBO Max Returns: A Shift in Streaming Strategy

Warner Bros. Discovery has made a big move. They have changed the name of their streaming service back to HBO Max. This switch happened on a Wednesday, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. The name change was first mentioned back in May during a big presentation. The return to HBO Max is part of a

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Jul 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

The End of Easy Cancellations: What Happened?

A recent decision by a federal appeals court has put an end to a rule that would have made it easier for people to cancel their subscriptions. This rule, created by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), was supposed to start next week. It would have required companies to let customers cancel subscript

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Jul 09 2025LIFESTYLE

Unexpected Guest: A Lesson in Dating Awareness

Dating can be tricky, and sometimes, it throws unexpected curveballs. Imagine this: a woman spends a night at her boyfriend's place, only to be surprised by his wife arriving early from a business trip. This awkward encounter left her questioning her dating approach. First off, it's crucial to comm

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Jul 09 2025EDUCATION

Berkeley County Schools Boost Mental Health Help for Students

Berkeley County Schools are stepping up their game to support students' mental health. They've got big plans to make sure kids get the help they need. The district has a multi-year plan called the Continuous Improvement Cycle, running from 2021 to 2026. This plan includes creating a new alternative

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Jul 08 2025BUSINESS

Why Melinda Gates Won't Fund Her Daughter's Startup

Melinda French Gates, a billionaire with a net worth of about $30. 8 billion, has a unique approach to supporting her daughter's new business venture. She chose not to invest in it, even though she could easily afford to. Instead, she believes her daughter should seek funding from others and learn t

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Jul 08 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's Upcoming Gadgets: What We Know So Far

Samsung is about to unveil its latest gadgets, but leaks have already given us a sneak peek. A popular tech insider shared details and images of the upcoming devices just a day before the official launch. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is expected to be incredibly thin, measuring just 4. 2mm when unfolded and

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