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Dec 30 2025WEATHER

Augusta's Chilly Week Ahead: Stay Safe with Fireworks!

This week, Augusta is bracing for a temperature rollercoaster. The coldest day will be Tuesday, with highs only around 50 degrees. But don't worry, it will warm up to a pleasant 60 degrees by New Year's Day. The weather service warns of strong winds today, with gusts up to 40 miles per hour, bringin

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Raymond's Big Decision: Should Board Members Stay or Go?

In Raymond, a heated debate is happening. People are divided over whether two Select Board members, Denis Morse and Kaela Gonzalez, should keep their jobs. A vote is set for Tuesday to decide this. The issue started months ago when former town manager Joseph Crocker quit. Some say Morse and Gonzalez

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Ukraine and Russia: Who's Telling the Truth About the Drone Attack?

A recent claim by Russia about a drone attack on President Vladimir Putin's residence has sparked a heated debate. Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that Ukraine launched 91 drones at Putin's home in the Novgorod region. But Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky called these claims "typi

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Dec 29 2025HEALTH

Why Spanish-Speaking Adults with Chronic Pain Need Better Support

Chronic pain is tough, but it's even harder when you don't get the right help. Spanish-speaking adults often face worse outcomes than English speakers. This is a big problem that needs fixing. A recent study looked at why this happens. It talked to people with chronic pain and their healthcare prov

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Dec 29 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Little Humans of Flores: How Nature Turned Against Them

The tiny humans of Flores, known as hobbits, lived on the island for a long time. They were smart and resourceful. They hunted small elephants and made tools. But their world changed. A big drought started around 76, 000 years ago. It got worse over time. The rivers dried up. The rain stopped comin

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Dec 29 2025ENVIRONMENT

San Diego's Hidden Ocean Treasures: Why We Must Protect Them

The coast of San Diego holds a secret world. In the tidepools of La Jolla’s Dike Rock, life thrives in a tough environment. Bright anemones and ochre sea stars cling to the rocks. They face constant change. One moment, waves crash over them. The next, they are exposed to air and sun. This narrow str

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Dec 29 2025BUSINESS

Amazon's Drone Delivery Plans Hit a Snag in Italy

Amazon recently decided to stop its drone delivery plans in Italy. They said the rules and regulations in the country made it hard to achieve their long-term goals. This decision came after they had already tested drones successfully in a small town called San Salvo. The tests used a special drone,

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Dec 29 2025WEATHER

Louisiana's Chilly Surprise: What's Happening with the Weather?

Louisiana is feeling the chill! A cold front swept through, bringing strong winds and a big drop in temperature. This happened on a Monday, catching some people off guard after a warm Christmas. Winds were quite strong, with speeds between 20 to 25 mph and gusts up to 40 mph. Areas like New Orleans

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Dec 29 2025CRYPTO

Crypto ETFs: A Year of Growth and New Opportunities

This year, crypto ETFs made big waves on Wall Street. Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs kept pulling in money, but not always smoothly. Sometimes investors poured cash in, and other times they pulled it out, especially when prices dropped. New ETFs for XRP and Solana also hit the market. These might not ha

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Dec 29 2025ENVIRONMENT

Cleaning Up Our Water: How a Local Plant is Making a Big Difference

Water from homes travels through pipes to a treatment plant. There, it goes through several steps to become clean again. First, large items like sticks and plastic are removed. Then, in the primary treatment, oils and greases float to the top, while solids sink to the bottom. Next, bacteria help bre

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