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Editorial

Choking Horizons: Wildfire Smoke From PNW Blankets Half the U.S.

Donovan Blake 4 days ago

Millions of Americans are experiencing a stark reminder of the volatile nature of the current wildfire season, as thick smoke plumes generated by large-scale fires in...

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Storm Surge Shift: Royal Caribbean Alters Navigator of the Seas Route

brett Chang 6 days ago

Royal Caribbean International has confirmed a necessary adjustment to the itinerary of the Navigator of the Seas, currently sailing from the Port of Los Angeles, as...

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Federal Power Play: Inside the $1.5B ICE Detention Land Grab

Sierra Dalton 1 week ago

The U.S. government has finalized a monumental acquisition of two major Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers in California, purchasing the facilities from private prison...

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Humpback Deaths Surge: Record Year Looms
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Humpback Deaths Surge: Record Year Looms

Priyank anair 2 weeks ago

A somber discovery on a Humboldt County beach this week marks the second humpback whale carcass found in just two weeks, intensifying concerns over a dramatic...

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Fat Leonard’s Great Escape: How He Vanished
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Fat Leonard’s Great Escape: How He Vanished

Maisie Rivers 3 weeks ago

Fugitive defense contractor Leonard Glenn Francis, infamously known as ‘Fat Leonard,’ has for the first time detailed the precise steps and motivations behind his dramatic 2022...

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Salish Sea Revival: Oysters, Kelp Thrive
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Salish Sea Revival: Oysters, Kelp Thrive

Leeanne Perez 3 weeks ago

The Salish Sea’s delicate saltwater ecosystems are experiencing a remarkable resurgence, thanks to dedicated, place-based restoration efforts spearheaded by the Puget Sound Restoration Fund (PSRF). Focused...

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Nation’s Future Debated: America @ 250, Cash in Politics, Safe Streets
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Nation’s Future Debated: America @ 250, Cash in Politics, Safe Streets

Keiko Matsuda 3 weeks ago

As the United States gears up to celebrate its 250th anniversary, a fervent public discourse is unfolding, captured in a recent collection of letters to the...

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Alejandra Gomez Fuels LUCHA’s Resilience
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Alejandra Gomez Fuels LUCHA’s Resilience

Donovan Blake 1 month ago

Alejandra Gomez is spearheading the Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide (LUCHA) through a period of significant turbulence, demonstrating strong leadership and strategic acumen. Key Highlights: Alejandra Gomez...

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West Coast Media Secures $5M From Prestige Capital
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West Coast Media Secures $5M From Prestige Capital

Sierra Dalton 1 month ago

West Coast Media Company has successfully closed a significant $5 million credit facility agreement with Prestige Capital, a move expected to fuel the company’s strategic growth...

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Israel’s U.S. Goodwill Drained: What’s Next?
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Israel’s U.S. Goodwill Drained: What’s Next?

Sasha Martinez 1 month ago

The United States’ once-unwavering support for Israel has visibly eroded, marking a significant shift in a decades-long alliance. This erosion stems from a confluence of factors,...

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