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The world inches toward catastrophic climate events: 'Bigger shocks are on the way'
As extreme weather events become increasingly frequent and severe, scientists warn that climate change poses a looming, inevitable risk that requires urgent global preparation and systemic action.
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3mUS Postal Service issues new rule for mail ballots, but its impact on the midterms is uncertain
The U.S. Postal Service faces legal limbo after issuing new mail ballot regulations that depend entirely on an pending Supreme Court ruling regarding President Trump's contested voting order.
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8-year-old Louisiana girl dies from a rare brain-eating amoeba found in warm freshwater
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3mAstros and GM Dana Brown mutually agree to part ways
General manager Dana Brown and the Houston Astros have mutually agreed to part ways, with team owner Jim Crane stepping in to oversee operations during the transition.
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Washington Post Ordered to Rehire Fired Columnist
An arbitrator has ordered The Washington Post to reinstate columnist Karen Attiah, ruling her termination over controversial social media posts was wrongful and lacked sufficient cause.
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9m3-year college degrees grow more popular in the US, saving time and cash. But critics aren't sold
Three-year bachelor's degrees are gaining popularity in the U.S. as a faster, more affordable alternative to traditional four-year programs, though critics worry about academic rigor and potential career limitations.