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Hurricane Marie won't hit SoCal, but we're not in the clear yet. What to know
Though Hurricane Marie continues to weaken in the southern Pacific Ocean — and is expected to remain hundreds of miles ... Read More
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Climate change is taking some of the shine out of Pure Michigan summer
DETROIT — The mid-summer heat dome kept Oak Park resident Chi Walker stuck in her house, fearing the extreme temperatures would trigger her asthma and land her in the hospital.
Wildfire smoke that rained ash onto the ...Read more
This Day in History, September 6
On September 6th, 1628, the Puritans settled Salem, Massachusetts.
Florida leaders vie to bring newly announced US Space Academy to the state
ORLANDO, Fla. — The countdown is on for where the new U.S. Space Academy will call home — and Florida leaders are throwing the state’s name in the ring.
“We strongly believe Florida is uniquely positioned to host ...Read more
Rare sighting of endangered gray wolf in Lake County brings hope of California comeback
LOS ANGELES — A gray wolf was spotted in Lake County, a bright sign that the recovering endangered species is expanding its presence in California, wildlife officials say.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife ...Read more
Today's Word "inveigle"
inveigle \in-VAY-guhl; -VEE-\ (transitive verb) - 1 : To persuade by ingenuity or flattery; to entice. 2 : To obtain by ingenuity or flattery.
"Once a soft touch for those who inveigled her into sparing them her change, ...Read more
Anagram Riddle
Anagram teaser; same letters, of course.
The first of the words is the movement of a horse.
The second of the words is used to make honey,
And the third is the look of a zombie.
What are the words?
View full teaser and answerHurricane Marie brings dangerous ocean conditions, soggy weather to SoCal
LOS ANGELES — Would-be beachgoers, be wary: Although Hurricane Marie is expected to stay hundreds of miles off the California coast over Labor Day weekend, forecasters are expecting rain and hazardous ocean conditions.
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As world braces for 'super' El Niño, research suggests global warming has increased its punch
For decades, scientists have struggled to understand the potential link between global warming and El Niño — and whether human activity is making the already powerful climate phenomenon even more extreme and disruptive....Read more
Commentary: To stop Trump's pillaging, 'vote the ocean' this fall
President Donald Trump’s administration and his fearfully compliant congressional majority treat our public seas like a treasure chest to be looted. On election day this November, that record should weigh on the minds of...Read more
Today's Word "redivivus"
redivivus \red-uh-VY-vuhs; -VEE-\ (adjective) - Living again; brought back to life; revived; restored.
"'He can't be redivivus if he's never died,' Diotallevi said. 'Sure he's not Ahasuerus, the wandering Jew?'" -- ...Read more
This Day in History, September 5
On September 5th, 1793, the Reign of Terror was initiated to strike back against the French Revolution.
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What is the meaning of this rebus?
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Constitution doesn't include right to clean water, federal court rules
The U.S. Constitution doesn’t provide a right to clean drinking water or accurate information from public officials, a divided federal appeals court ruled.
The decision affirms the dismissal of a lawsuit over alleged ...Read more
Apple to kick off Ternus era with its biggest-ever slate of new products
Apple Inc. has spent much of the past 15 years refining existing product lines and launching services to generate more recurring revenue. There have been a few fresh device categories, like the Apple Watch and AirPods, but...Read more
Farmer-poet Wendell Berry’s environmental ethics were deeply rooted in his Christian faith and belief in caring for creation
For most of his 92 years, Wendell Berry farmed his Lane’s Landing homestead in Henry County, Kentucky, using methods that embraced the land. He preferred draft horses to diesel-powered tractors and used crop rotation ...Read more
Insects and mosquitoes are swarming Chicagoland. Here's why
CHICAGO — In the parks, at the lakefront and beyond, swarms of mosquitoes, flies and other bugs are chasing away Chicagoans trying to enjoy the last breaths of summer. More so than in previous years, insects have been ...Read more
Hurricane Marie: What to expect in SoCal this weekend and how to plan accordingly
LOS ANGELES — Here is how Hurricane Marie could affect Labor Day weekend in Southern California:
Impacts
Forecasters expect a 6- to 8-foot south swell, bringing strong surf and rip currents to beaches and a chance of ...Read more
Today's Word "tutelary"
tutelary \TOO-tuh-lair-ee; TYOO-\ (adjective) - Having the guardianship or charge of protecting a person or a thing; guardian; protecting; as, "tutelary goddesses."
"But there is a tutelary deity for misers, and by a ...Read more
This Day in History, September 4
On September 4th, 1964, Scotland's Forth Road Bridge officially opened.
Word Fusion
Each statement describes two words that when fused together create a new unrelated word (not a compound word). The clues do not necessarily indicate in which order the two words are attached. Example: This is the oldness of a tablet (pill + age = pillage).
1) This is a canine's mother.
2) This is currently not there.
3) This is when pain is required.
4) This is a long time for a boar.
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- Commentary: To stop Trump's pillaging, 'vote the ocean' this fall
- As world braces for 'super' El Niño, research suggests global warming has increased its punch
- Florida leaders vie to bring newly announced US Space Academy to the state
- Rare sighting of endangered gray wolf in Lake County brings hope of California comeback
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