There’s a fix for what ails the Mars helicopter’s software
The first flight of the Ingenuity helicopter on Mars is still delayed, but the mission’s team is working on a solution to make it possible. The…
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Obamas: ‘Our hearts are heavy’ over shooting of Daunte Wright
Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama on Tuesday expressed grief over the shooting of 20-year-old Daunte Wright by a…
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Vaccine passport apps are about to be everywhere. It could get complicated
As the vaccine rollout continues to accelerate and the broader US economy prepares to reopen, talk of vaccine verification apps has heated up. Tech…
Continue Reading Putin is massing troops at the Ukraine border and testing Biden’s mettle
Trying to discern Russian President Vladimir Putin’s endgame is always a difficult exercise, particularly given his inclination to upset the…
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Nuclear Power/IAEA Fast Facts
Here’s a look at the International Atomic Energy Agency and nuclear power. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspects nuclear and…
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Biden talks with Vladimir Putin, raises concerns about Russian military buildup on Ukraine border
BRUSSELS (AP) – President Joe Biden is calling on Russian President Vladimir Putin to “de-escalate tensions” following a Russian military…
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The cast of ‘ER’ will reunite for special ‘Stars In The House’ episode
Yes, Dr. Doug Ross will be there. The cast of “ER” will reunite on “Stars In The House” for a special Earth Day episode for…
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Mary Carey, the former porn star, officially running to replace Gov. Newsom
Click here for updates on this story SAN FRANCISCO, CA (KGO) — The recall to replace Governor Gavin Newsom hasn’t…
Continue Reading Mercedes Benz Stadium will temporarily not require COVID-19 vaccine appointments
Click here for updates on this story ATLANTA, GA (WGCL) — The southeast’s largest vaccination site will no longer…
Continue Reading Longtime teachers describe how school year has been amid COVID-19 pandemic
Click here for updates on this story KEIZER, OR (KPTV) — This school year, amid a pandemic, FOX 12 has regularly gone…
Continue Reading Siri may have just revealed when Apple is holding its next product launch
Siri may have just let slip when Apple is planning its next big product launch. When asked on Tuesday about when it’s holding another press…
Continue Reading Boeing’s 2021 was starting off pretty well — until its latest 737 Max woes
Boeing on Tuesday reported strong orders and deliveries for March and the first quarter. But Boeing’s rebound is already at risk of unraveling.…
Continue Reading Oakland reallocates $10M to police and fire departments as crime rates rise
Click here for updates on this story OAKLAND, CA (KGO) — The Oakland City Council voted unanimously Monday night to…
Continue Reading Man pleads guilty to COVID relief fraud of more than $600,000
Click here for updates on this story MILWAUKEE, WI (WDJT) — A Milwaukee man admitted he fraudulently sought over…
Continue Reading Wisconsin given a ‘C’ on White House infrastructure report card
Click here for updates on this story WISCONSIN, USA (WDJT) — The White House issued report cards for all 50 states in a…
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Prosecution rests, defense begins in ex-cop’s trial for Floyd death
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota — Prosecutors rested their case Tuesday at the murder trial of former Officer Derek Chauvin after 11 days of testimony and a…
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Nikki Haley just *totally* flip-flopped on Donald Trump’s 2024 candidacy
Nikki Haley sent a clear message to Donald Trump on Monday: If you run for president, I’m out. “I would not run if President Trump ran,…
Continue Reading White House says pause on Johnson & Johnson vaccine ‘will not have a significant impact on our vaccination plan’
The White House said Tuesday that the recommended pause in the use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine would “not have a significant impact on…
Continue Reading Prosecution rests its case in Derek Chauvin’s trial after calling 38 witnesses
The prosecution rested its case against former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin on Tuesday and offered the defense its turn to call…
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IPO vs SPAC vs direct listing: Explaining Wall Street’s hot trends
Not too long ago, most big startups looking to debut on Wall Street chose to sell new shares through an initial public offering. But IPOs are no…
Continue Reading Britney Spears is ‘flattered’ people care so much
Britney Spears feels the love. The singer posted video Monday on her verified Instagram account she said was shot last year for the “Just a…
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FDA says pause of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to investigate clots to last ‘matter of days’
WASHINGTON (AP) – The U.S. recommendation to “pause” use of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine set off a chain reaction…
Continue Reading Bowling team wins state championship with first undefeated season
Click here for updates on this story St. Charles, MI (WNEM) — It was the prophetic wisdom or maybe stubbornness of one…
Continue Reading Schools makes compromise after parents protest pause in face-to-face learning, sports
Click here for updates on this story Midland, MI (WNEM) — Last week, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer urged school districts…
Continue Reading Prosecution expected to rest its case today in Derek Chauvin’s trial
The prosecution is expected to rest its case against former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin on Tuesday and offer the defense its turn to…
Continue Reading Fascinating finds keep metal detectorist searching for hidden treasures
Click here for updates on this story MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Stephen Patterson admits he’s easily…
Continue Reading The world’s most powerful passports for 2021
The gap in travel freedom is its biggest in decades and disparities in vaccination access between countries could make the situation even worse, says…
Continue Reading Small-town volunteer fire department faces funding challenges
Click here for updates on this story DREXEL, MO (KCTV) — A small-town fire department is urging its community to…
Continue Reading Asheville to dismantle homeless camps, despite CDC recommendations
Click here for updates on this story ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The city of Asheville is breaking with CDC guidance on…
Continue Reading WHO calls for ‘reality check’ as global Covid-19 cases surge for seventh week
The World Health Organization has warned that the world needs a “reality check” on the state of the pandemic, as countries abandon…
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