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Science

Drought in US West pits farms against towns and industry

Drought in US West pits farms against towns and industry

  • Rebecca Noble and Andrew Hay Reuters

Decades of drought, compounded by this year's record-low winter snowpack and the hottest March on record, have deepened water shortages across the Colorado River basin.

From space rocks to smartwatches, AI millionaires rewrite the luxury playbook

From space rocks to smartwatches, AI millionaires rewrite the luxury playbook

  • Danielle Kaye and Alessandro Parodi Reuters

The jury is still out on whether an estimated 440,000 U.S. millionaires minted by stock market gains last year will translate into a golden era for the luxury goods sector.

Russia sends American, two cosmonauts to space station

Russia sends American, two cosmonauts to space station

  • Joey Roulette Reuters

Russia sent two cosmonauts and an American astronaut to the International Space Station from Kazakhstan on Tuesday, resuming crewed flights from a recently repaired launchpad with a rare joint attendance by the heads of NASA and Russia's space agency.

RAW: KAZAKHSTAN: SPACECRAFT LAUNCHES FOR ISS

RAW: KAZAKHSTAN: SPACECRAFT LAUNCHES FOR ISS

    NASA astronaut Anil Menon launched aboard the Roscosmos Soyuz MS-29 from Kazakhstan Tuesday, the spacecraft is on the way to the International Space Station.

    Amid scrutiny, research reinforces rare Gulf whale is a unique species

    Amid scrutiny, research reinforces rare Gulf whale is a unique species

    • Max Chesnes Tampa Bay Times

    A recently published study adds more scientific weight to a claim the Trump administration is trying to discredit: The Rice’s whale is a species of its own.

    NASA Confirms Milky Way Is Bigger Than We Thought — New Map

    NASA Confirms Milky Way Is Bigger Than We Thought — New Map

    • WooGlobe - News

    NASA scientists using the Chandra X-ray Observatory have made a new discovery showing that the Milky Way's outer spiral arms extend significantly farther than previously mapped. The findings, published on July 8, suggest astronomers may need to revise current models of our galaxy's structure…

    Data centers are reshaping communities across America. Here’s what you need to know

    Data centers are reshaping communities across America. Here’s what you need to know

    • David Heath, Lee Enterprises

    As companies race to build the infrastructure behind AI and the internet, communities are weighing new investment against questions about electricity, water and long-term costs.

    Brewing El Niño and roasting oceans push planet into 'uncharted territory' for heat

    Brewing El Niño and roasting oceans push planet into 'uncharted territory' for heat

      Ocean temperatures hit record highs in June, fueling extreme weather like floods and storms. Scientists warn a strong El Niño is prolonging marine heat waves, threatening wildlife and coastal regions.

      Europe is fighting over air conditioning. What's going on?

      Europe is fighting over air conditioning. What's going on?

        In American suburbs and major cities, air conditioners are everywhere. But in Europe, air conditioning proved divisive.

        How to make a portable air conditioner for summer

        How to make a portable air conditioner for summer

          Make a portable air conditioner to stay cool this summer.

          Humans and great apes show similar rhythmic pattern in laughter

          Humans and great apes show similar rhythmic pattern in laughter

            While laughing seems uniquely human, it is not. Researchers now have compared laughter in humans to laughter in the various great apes — chimpanzees, bonobos, gorillas and orangutans.

            Mysterious, fabled sea creature reeled onto California fishing boat

            Mysterious, fabled sea creature reeled onto California fishing boat

              A fishing trip of the California coast last week produced an extraordinary catch: a type of octopus that constructs its own shell to ride ocean currents.

              Ocean temperatures hit record highs as El Niño looms

              Ocean temperatures hit record highs as El Niño looms

                The world’s oceans are under heat stress, with average sea surface temperatures hitting 21°C, surpassing the record highs of 2023 and 2024.

                California shark encounters and deaths. Which county had the most

                California shark encounters and deaths. Which county had the most

                  Shark encounters in California are few, and far fewer result in a person's death. But some have happened. These counties had the most interactions.

                  Local News

                  CRHC Community Pharmacy hosts Open House August 4

                  CRHC Community Pharmacy hosts Open House August 4

                  Clarinda Regional Health Center's Community Pharmacy hosts an open house next month

                  Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for July 22

                  Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for July 22

                  Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                  Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for July 21

                  Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for July 21

                  Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                  Free ice cream in Essex

                  Free ice cream in Essex

                  Essex-area residents enjoyed free scoops of ice cream Sunday

                  State & Regional

                  Iowa ag report says conditions not 1980s crisis, but ‘pressure rising’

                  Iowa ag report says conditions not 1980s crisis, but ‘pressure rising’

                  Iowa farmers’ economic struggles are significant, but not as bad as what occurred during the infamous 1980s farm crisis, a new state report suggests.

                  Mayors, supervisors endorse Ashley Hinson's campaign for US Senate

                  Mayors, supervisors endorse Ashley Hinson's campaign for US Senate

                  Dozens of local elected leaders in Iowa — mayors, county supervisors and other local officials — are among Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ashley Hinson’s “Local Leaders for Hinson” coalition.

                  Iowa climatologist says El Nino could cause warmest year ever

                  Iowa climatologist says El Nino could cause warmest year ever

                  With potential for a “very strong” El Nino event later this year, the planet could experience the warmest year on record, Iowa State Climatologist Justin Glisan said Friday.

                  Josh Turek campaign announces support from Iowa educators

                  Josh Turek campaign announces support from Iowa educators

                  Iowa Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Josh Turek announced the support of state educators in his campaign’s “Educators for Turek” coalition.

                  Nation & World

                  House passes $1 trillion defense bill despite concerns

                  House passes $1 trillion defense bill despite concerns

                  The fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act, which authorizes an unprecedented $1.15 trillion in spending for the military, passed 216 to 212.

                  US says it reached nuclear power deal with Saudi Arabia

                  US says it reached nuclear power deal with Saudi Arabia

                  It would allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium and reprocess nuclear waste, potential pathways to making a nuclear weapon.

                  Cyclosporiasis outbreak hits Taco Bell sales, unlikely to cause lasting scar, analysts say

                  Cyclosporiasis outbreak hits Taco Bell sales, unlikely to cause lasting scar, analysts say

                  By Juveria Tabassum, Neil J Kanatt and Nicholas P.

                  Houthi Red Sea threat would challenge a stretched US military

                  Houthi Red Sea threat would challenge a stretched US military

                  * Houthis have said they will blockade Saudi ports * US military, if called on, would need to extend resources across two fronts * Houthi fighters have survived previous attacks by Saudi and US By

                  Shopping

                  Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                  Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                  Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                  Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                  Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                  Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31 (UI Athletics)

                  Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                  Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                  Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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                  8 ways a mammogram can help you lead a better, healthier life

                  8 ways a mammogram can help you lead a better, healthier life

                  Content by Shenandoah Medical Center. Find out how a mammogram can help empower you to take charge of your health, confidence and future.

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                  The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

                  The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

                  Content by Ballard's Resort. Read the tale of amateur angler Doobie Flathers, one of the most prolific walleye fishermen of his time.

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                  Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                  Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                  Get Healthy. If you’re feeling mentally or emotionally worn down, a forest bath may be just the ticket to clear and cleanse your mind and spirit. Here are a few tips on how to make the most of the experience.

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                  What is best solution for unwanted hair in sensitive places?

                  Content by Milan Laser Hair Removal. These laser hair removal experts share their observations and insights about the benefits of Brazilian laser hair removal vs. Brazilian waxing.

                  Crime

                  Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                  Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                  A Sidney man arrested on suspicion of litancy of charges is also accused of injuring two sheriff's deputies and jail staff upon his booking into the Fremont County Jail.

                  3 people hurt, 2 vehicles sustain heavy damage in Shenandoah crash

                  3 people hurt, 2 vehicles sustain heavy damage in Shenandoah crash

                  The Page County Sheriff's Office said two vehicles were involved in a crash where they sustained heavy damage on Monday, Oct. 27, about 5:57 p.m.

                  Page County man arrested after report he shot at a neighbor

                  Page County man arrested after report he shot at a neighbor

                  A man from an unincorporated community in Page County was arrested following a short standoff Friday evening.

                  51-year-old Sidney resident flown to Omaha hospital after crash

                  51-year-old Sidney resident flown to Omaha hospital after crash

                  A 51-year-old resident of Sidney was flown by medical helicopter to Omaha after a crash involving a wrong-way driver Tuesday morning.

                  Politics

                  New White House Rose Garden statue created by Trump sculptor

                  New White House Rose Garden statue created by Trump sculptor

                  Trump’s remaking of the Rose Garden continues with sculptures lining one side of the paved-over garden, facing the Oval Office.

                  Mayors, supervisors endorse Ashley Hinson's campaign for US Senate

                  Mayors, supervisors endorse Ashley Hinson's campaign for US Senate

                  Dozens of local elected leaders in Iowa — mayors, county supervisors and other local officials — are among Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ashley Hinson’s “Local Leaders for Hinson” coalition.

                  Josh Turek campaign announces support from Iowa educators

                  Josh Turek campaign announces support from Iowa educators

                  Iowa Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Josh Turek announced the support of state educators in his campaign’s “Educators for Turek” coalition.

                  New fed law aims to speed up natural disaster relief for farmers and ranchers

                  New fed law aims to speed up natural disaster relief for farmers and ranchers

                  Through the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, agricultural producers will see expedited aid. 

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