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Minnesota's Mining Ban Faces Major Shift

January 22, 2026

The U. S. House of Representatives recently voted to undo a mining restriction in northern Minnesota. This move could open the door for a big mining project by Antofagasta, focusing on copper, cobalt, and nickel. The vote was close, with 214 in favor and 208 against. This decision now heads to the

weather

Frosty Facts: What's Really Happening to Trees in Extreme Cold?

January 22, 2026

Michigan is about to experience some seriously chilly weather. We're talking single-digit highs and wind chills way below zero. Some folks are even talking about trees exploding. But is that really possible? Let's talk about frost cracks. These are long cracks that can go up and down a tree trunk.

crime

Three Young Girls Vanish from Virginia Care Center

January 21, 2026

A concerning situation has unfolded in Virginia, where three young girls have gone missing from a behavioral health facility. The incident, which occurred on a recent Sunday morning, has sparked a search effort involving local authorities and concerned family members. The girls, identified as Forev

politics

Norway's Defence Minister: NATO's Biggest Challenge is Russia

January 21, 2026

Norway's Defence Minister, Tore Sandvik, has spoken out about the current state of NATO. He believes the alliance is facing tough times, especially with the ongoing dispute over Greenland. However, he insists that the main threat to NATO and its members is still Russia. Sandvik's comments come at a

politics

Turkey Investigates Flag Burning Amid Border Tensions

January 21, 2026

Turkey is currently looking into reports of its flag being burned during protests near the Syrian border. These protests happened at the same time as fighting between Syrian government troops and Kurdish-led forces in northeast Syria. The Syrian army has been making progress in this area, which was

religion

Kidnappings in Kaduna: A Community in Crisis

January 21, 2026

In Kaduna, Nigeria, a recent wave of kidnappings has left families shattered and communities on edge. Afiniki Moses thought her troubles were behind her after paying a ransom for her release. But her relief was short-lived. On a Sunday morning, armed men stormed two churches in Kurmin Wali village,

weather

Philadelphia Braces for Weekend Snowstorm

January 20, 2026

Philadelphia and the surrounding Midatlantic area are in for a potentially significant snowstorm this weekend, according to computer models. This is not a drill, folks. By Tuesday morning, the National Weather Service had put the odds of at least 5 inches of snow in Philly at 55%, with the possibili

environment

Northern Michigan Faces Data Center Dilemma

January 20, 2026

In Northern Michigan, a growing number of people are worried about the rapid growth of data centers. These centers need a lot of energy and are often linked to cryptocurrency mining and artificial intelligence. Environmental groups and community leaders are stepping up to educate residents about the

weather

Southern Skies Might Glow: A Rare Chance to See Northern Lights

January 20, 2026

The sun has been acting up, and that might mean a special light show for some folks in the Carolinas. A big solar flare sent a bunch of charged particles our way. These particles could mess with Earth's magnetic field and create the northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis. This is a big d

environment

How Humic Acid and Friends Can Save Cold Soil

January 20, 2026

In the chilly northern farmlands, soil cracks are a big problem. They appear when the ground freezes and thaws. These cracks let water and soil wash away. This is called erosion. Scientists wanted to see if adding special substances could help. They used a lab to mimic the cold weather and rain. Th