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What did the groundhog see? Punxsutawney Phil’s winter predictions are in
Punxsutawney Phil – the famous groundhog weather watcher – woke up and did not see his shadow Friday morning, calling for an early spring. Each February 2, on Groundhog Day, the members of the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club make the pilgrimage to Gobbler’s Knob – Phil’s official home.
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Punxsutawney Phil's Winter Forecast Unveiled
Punxsutawney Phil – the famous groundhog weather watcher – woke up and did not see his shadow Friday morning, calling for an early spring.
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Colleges won’t receive FAFSA data until March - what this means for students
Colleges won’t start receiving students’ financial aid data from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, known as the FAFSA, until the first half of March – more than a month later than expected.
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Increasing Demand for Organ Transplants Sparks Hope: Pigs Emerge as Potential Solution
Last summer, after more than a decade of illness, Lawrence Faucette and his wife, Ann, faced the hard reality that the end of his life was near.
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GM says strike cost it $1.1 billion - but it could post record profit this year
A 46-day strike took only a modest bite out of General Motors earnings for 2023, and America’s largest automaker said it expects profit to bounce back to near or above record levels this year regardless of the higher labor costs, forecasts of weaker car prices and other headwinds.
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How to select a personal trainer - why it’s worth it
Working one-on-one with a trainer used to be the province of elite athletes, or the rich and famous. No more. Personal training has been rising in popularity of late, with the fitness training market predicted to grow 14% from 2022 to 2032, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. That growth is a much faster rate than the average for all occupations, the agency said.
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Juror testifies comments by clerk of court influenced her decision to convict Alex Murdaugh of murder
One of the jurors who found Alex Murdaugh guilty of murdering his wife and 22-year-old son testified Monday comments made by the Colleton County, South Carolina, clerk of court influenced her verdict – an allegation which is key to Murdaugh’s quest for a new trial.
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Monday - Hearing determines whether Alex Murdaugh should be granted new murder trial
A hearing to decide whether Alex Murdaugh should receive a new murder trial begins Monday, as his attorneys allege the court clerk for Colleton County, South Carolina, tampered with the jury that last year found him guilty of murdering his wife and son.
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Rat poop, bug bits, mice hair: How many ‘unavoidable defects’ are in peanut butter/other foods?
Brace yourselves, America: Many of your favorite foods may contain bits and pieces of creatures that you probably didn’t know were there.
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Luke and Natalie Gilbert, and their truffle-hunting dogs, forage in the wilds of the Western North Carolina mountains. Mandatory Credit: WLOS
Published on January 28, 2024
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Western North Carolina - Couple/truffle-hunting dogs fuse foodie culture with Appalachian terrain
Western North Carolina is known for its beautiful mountains and, in recent years, its growing food scene. One local couple is combining those to help shine a light on a unique, locally grown ingredient with an international reputation.
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Why gas always costs more in California
Gas prices in the United States have slid from their all-time peak in fall 2022, but there are drivers in at least one state who still pull up to the pump and cringe.
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Jury finds Trump must pay $83.3 million to E. Jean Carroll
Before Judge Lewis Kaplan entered the courtroom for the verdict, Donald Trump's attorney Alina Habba hugged E. Jean Carroll's attorney Shawn Crowley.
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Texas Game Warden Timothy Walker Receives Prestigious SEAFWA Officer of the Year Award
Texas Game Warden Timothy Walker has earned the distinguished Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (SEAFWA) Officer of the Year award, a testament to his exceptional dedication and contributions to conservation law enforcement. The accolade was officially conferred during the Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) Commission meeting held in January.
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Las Vegas - Wildlife officials say someone dumped donuts for coyotes in lake
Nevada Department of Wildlife officials say officials discovered a pile of donuts suspected of being dumped as food for coyotes in Lake Las Vegas.
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Celebrating Excellence: Urban One Honors Marks 20 Years of Black Achievement
The energy was electric at the kickoff event for the 6th Annual Urban One Honors: Best In Black, where Atlanta City Council President Doug Shipman presented a proclamation to Alfred C. Liggins III, acknowledging TV One’s 20th Anniversary and Urban One Honors. The City of Atlanta expressed gratitude for Urban One's role in deepening the community's understanding through impactful content.
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3 days - month's worth -triggers dangerous flash flooding in Texas/Louisiana/Mississippi
Dangerous flash flooding is ongoing across parts of Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi Wednesday as drenching storms deluge the South.
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Here’s why it may be harder to find a job online
The US economic picture of the last few years has been defined by an ultra-strong labor market. But new online job posting data suggests a possible slowdown: Total job postings on online job site Indeed have fallen more than 15% compared to the start of 2023, according to data as of January 5 shared with CNN by Nick Bunker, Indeed’s economic research director for North America.
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More snow hitting Great Lakes and Northeast, closing schools - hampering travel
Another round of snow is covering the Northeast Friday, triggering emergency protocols in several areas as officials warn the conditions could make for dangerous travel through the evening.
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More brutal winter weather is on way after deadly storms and cold
Winter storms will hit both coasts before another brutal surge of cold air envelops the central and eastern US by the weekend.

