MILWAUKEE (AP) — Bone-chilling cold gripped much of the U.S. as 2018 began, breaking century-old records and leading to several deaths that authorities attributed to exposure to the dangerously low temperatures. [restrict] The National Weather Service issued wind chill advisories and freeze warnings Tuesday covering a vast area from South Texas to Canada and from […]
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Japan emperor greets New Year well-wishers as prepares to abdicate
Tokyo (AFP) – Japan’s Emperor Akihito on Tuesday delivered his traditional New Year address with tens of thousands of well-wishers flocking to the Imperial Palace for one of the last such occasions before he abdicates next year. [restrict] It was the final New Year appearance alongside Akihito for Princess Mako, his eldest granddaughter, who is […]
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My memory’s not as sharp…
—My memory’s not as sharp as it used to be. Also, my memory’s not as sharp as it used to be. — Know how to prevent sagging? Just eat till the wrinkles fill out. —I’ve still got it, but nobody wants to see it. [restrict] —I’m getting into swing dancing. Not on purpose. Some parts […]
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Aries (Mar.21 – Apr.19) You’re having a difficult time connecting with your emotions today. Things will run more smoothly if you don’t try to force yourself to act cheerful if you aren’t. Be honest about your emotions. If you’re feeling restless or negative, keep it to yourself. Go for a walk, preferably near water, and […]
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Arctic forever changed by rapidly warming climate – UN weather agency
NEW YORK, 22 DECEMBER 2017 (UN NEWS CENTRE)— The Arctic continued in 2017 to warm at double the rate of the global temperature increase, resulting in the second warmest air temperatures, above average ocean temperatures, loss of sea ice, and a range of human, ocean and ecosystem effects, according to the United Nations weather agency. […]
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Chad Blair: Micronesia won’t soon break its addiction to US dollars
The economic prospects of most COFA nations are limited. But their military importance to the U.S. is growing. By Chad Blair / When the United Nations passed a resolution last week denouncing the U.S. decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, 128 nations voted in favor and 35 countries abstained. [restrict] Only seven […]