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“ Moke will travel close enough to Hawaii to bring enough rain ...

2026-08-23T19:07:01Z

“ Moke will travel close enough to Hawaii to bring enough rain to cause flash flooding on the Big Island later this weekend to early this week.
By Alex Sosnowski, AccuWeather senior meteorologist
Published Aug 21, 2026 2:08 PM PDT | Updated Aug 23, 2026 9:35 AM PDT “ https://www.accuweather.com/en/hurricane/tropical-storm-moke-to-sideswipe-hawaii-with-heavy-rain-renewed-flood-risk/1925322 #HawaiianWeather #weather

“ Donald Trump on Monday sharply reduced the size of two ...

2026-07-25T19:34:13Z

“ Donald Trump on Monday sharply reduced the size of two national monuments in Utah, undoing protections established by his Democratic predecessors on public lands that are sacred among many Native Americans.
Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments in southern Utah have ancient cliff dwellings, petroglyphs and scenic canyons . “ https://apnews.com/article/trump-bears-ears-grand-staircase-escalante-69f14749f13a7ac6fb6ee07ce4cd84bf #environment

“ Violating the Marine Mammal Protection Act, the federal law ...

2026-06-20T20:33:35Z

“ Violating the Marine Mammal Protection Act, the federal law that protects seals, is punishable by a civil fine of up to $34,457 in severe cases. If criminal charges are brought, it can carry an even steeper fine. “
https://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/article291189985.html #ProtectOurSeals

“‘On Aug. 12, 2026, a total solar eclipse will sweep across ...

2026-06-13T17:34:12Z

“‘On Aug. 12, 2026, a total solar eclipse will sweep across Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, the Atlantic Ocean, Spain, and a small corner of Portugal.

Many other places in the Northern Hemisphere will experience a partial solar eclipse that day, including parts of the northern U.S. (from Alaska to North Carolina), most of Canada, much of Europe, and northwestern Africa. “

https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/total-solar-eclipse-on-august-12-2026/ #totalsolareclipse #august2026

“ BY RICARDO TOVAR JUN 12, 2026 : PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. — New ...

2026-06-13T16:41:01Z

“ BY RICARDO TOVAR JUN 12, 2026 : PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. —
New laboratory findings indicate that domoic acid exposure was the cause of death for one juvenile humpback whale and a likely contributing cause for the other after the two stranded less than 10 miles apart in Monterey Bay earlier this month, according to a media release from the University of #California, Santa Cruz. “ https://www.ksbw.com/article/pacific-grove-humpback-whale-domoic-acid/71572283 #WhaleDeath #MarineLife

“ DonaldTrump took action June 11 to restore commercial fishing ...

2026-06-12T02:24:43Z

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“ DonaldTrump took action June 11 to restore commercial fishing within three of America's marine national monuments
in the Pacific Ocean, rolling back protections for areas that are considered pristine ocean ecosystems. “ https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2026/06/11/trump-restores-commercial-fishing-maritime-environment-protections/90508441007/

former President Joe Biden, expanded protected marine monuments ...

2026-06-12T02:21:33Z

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former President Joe Biden, expanded protected marine monuments by creating marine sanctuaries to protect biodiversity that faces grave threats from human activities. Overfishing, pollution, habitat destruction, and climate change are unraveling the delicate balance of marine life. The consequences are far-reaching, impacting not only the ocean’s inhabitants but also the well-being of humanity.

“ The ocean’s bounty sustains billions of people worldwide, ...

2026-06-12T02:12:02Z

“ The ocean’s bounty sustains billions of people worldwide, providing food security, livelihoods, and cultural heritage. Marine ecosystems act as the planet’s lungs, absorbing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen. They regulate climate, protect coastlines, and hold untapped potential for medical discoveries. “
https://www.marinebiodiversity.ca/6-reasons-why-protecting-marine-biodiversity-is-crucial-for-our-future/

“ Seattle has one of the "stickiest" downtowns among ...

2026-06-03T20:03:23Z

“ Seattle has one of the "stickiest" downtowns among U.S. cities, according to a new survey that asked residents how often they visit and how long they stay.
Why it matters: The findings are another sign of how Seattle is drawing people downtown after years of slow post-pandemic recovery. “ https://www.axios.com/local/seattle/2026/06/03/seattle-downtown-stickiness-survey-visits-length-of-stay #seattle

No need to apologize . I have feelings , too. I was a “ martial ...

2026-05-24T04:39:34Z

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No need to apologize . I have feelings , too. I was a “ martial law baby “ . I was a child when martial law was declared in the country I migrated from . All the corruption , destroying democracy it’s like reliving what I went through 🤬

Trump filed bankruptcy 6 times . Is that what he is doing to the ...

2026-05-24T03:47:45Z

Trump filed bankruptcy 6 times . Is that what he is doing to the US while enriching himself ? 👉🏻” BY MICHELLE CHAPMAN
Updated May 23, 2026 7:10 AM
The economy, inflation and how those forces could impact the lives of Americans were front and center over the past week. Trips to the grocery store or gas station are more painful than they were last year, and that is impacting the decisions of both households and businesses. “ https://apnews.com/article/wall-street-retail-consumers-f3cc8d13bb9ccb5457d3e08a2c4d853a #useconomy

“ By Jon Haworth May 23, 2026, 4.24 AM EDT : A 6.0 magnitude ...

2026-05-23T11:06:32Z

“ By Jon Haworth
May 23, 2026, 4.24 AM EDT : A 6.0 magnitude earthquake has hit south of Honaunau-Napoopoo, Hawaii, though the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reports that there are no tsunami threats at this time. The earthquake struck at 9:46 p.m. local time and was centered about 3.7 miles east-southeast of the Honaunau-Napoopoo area west of Mauna Loa, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. “ https://abcnews.com/US/59-magnitude-earthquake-detected-off-hawaii-coast/story?id=133246693 #earthquake #hawaii

what’s the effect on marine life and environment ...

2026-05-22T13:03:43Z

what’s the effect on marine life and environment ⁉️👉🏻” WASHINGTON (AP) — In the year since President Donald Trump signed an executive orderpromising to create a deep-sea mining industry from scratch, businesses have raised millions of dollars from investors, stock prices have soared and federal regulators have raced to fast-track a permitting process.”

https://apnews.com/article/trump-deepsea-mining-executive-orders-oceans-environment-399faab6fc32922b4c533d3bad9c1ca5 #deepseamining

Shared by Science and Astronomy ...

2026-05-20T18:54:06Z

Shared by Science and Astronomy

“ Washington is home to a whopping 124 state parks. The article ...

2026-04-23T23:02:28Z

“ Washington is home to a whopping 124 state parks. The article narrowed it down to our ( article authors ) top ten favorites. The majority of our picks are no more than a two-hour drive from Seattle, so you can easily make a day trip out of it. “ https://secretseattle.co/best-wa-state-parks/ #Washington #StateParks #pnw

“ Oregon’s favorite seabirds are returning to the coast this ...

2026-04-04T18:02:56Z

“ Oregon’s favorite seabirds are returning to the coast this spring, and bird watchers are preparing to welcome them back.
Tufted puffins are expected back at Haystack Rock in Cannon Beach, where a Welcome the Puffins celebration will be held Sunday, April 13, drawing serious and casual birders alike. “ https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2025/04/puffins-are-returning-to-the-oregon-coast-heres-how-to-welcome-them-back.html #CoastalOregon #BirdWatching

'Millionaires tax' receives Senate confirmation, heads to ...

2026-03-12T02:41:15Z

'Millionaires tax' receives Senate confirmation, heads to governor's desk https://www.king5.com/article/news/politics/state-politics/millionaires-tax-receives-senate-confirmation-heads-to-governors-desk/281-c778a559-0d46-4dd5-a95a-f7fd763215ec https://www.king5.com/article/news/politics/state-politics/millionaires-tax-receives-senate-confirmation-heads-to-governors-desk/281-c778a559-0d46-4dd5-a95a-f7fd763215ec #millionairesTax

According to Dr. Thomas Dayspring, a fellow of the National Lipid ...

2026-02-08T16:43:44Z

According to Dr. Thomas Dayspring, a fellow of the National Lipid Association and a renowned cholesterol expert, hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque-producing particles is best evaluated using the apoB test.

Is this blood test a better predictor of heart disease than LDL cholesterol?
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/heart-health/blood-test-heart-disease-protein-apob-ldl-cholesterol-rcna256520
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#ustourismcrisis “ American tourism officials expected a banner ...

2026-01-30T04:12:28Z

#ustourismcrisis “ American tourism officials expected a banner year from international travelers in 2025. What they didn’t account for was Donald Trump. By early April, Tourism Economics had reversed course, predicting a 9.4 percent decline in international visitor arrivals, with an even more pronounced 20.2 percent decrease for Canadian travelers. It could mean a $9 billion loss in visitor spending, the group said.“

https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/05/trump-tourism-declining-canada-europe-00323566

“ The officers and agents the Trump administration has ...

2026-01-18T20:31:10Z

“ The officers and agents the Trump administration has unleashed in Minneapolis and nearby communities have turned to stopping U.S. citizens, apparently at random, demanding identification and grilling them about their citizenship, residents who have recorded these encounters on video say. “ https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/ice-approaching-people-minneapolis-demanding-proof-citizenship-rcna254247

#vaccine Get vaccinated 👉🏻The United States is seeing a ...

2026-01-04T04:24:32Z

#vaccine Get vaccinated 👉🏻The United States is seeing a rise in influenza cases in December, after a severe flu season in 2018. It's uncertain if more people will get the flu this season than before, but over 3,100 deaths from the flu were reported in the US by August 2025. Experts recommend getting vaccinated against the flu, especially kids and older adults, to stay safe during flu season.

US sees spike in flu cases in December, after most severe season since 2018
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/03/us-spike-influenza-december

#ice An individual was wrongly accused of assaulting a federal ...

2025-11-02T17:40:30Z

#ice An individual was wrongly accused of assaulting a federal agent while peacefully protesting outside a jail, but was acquitted by a jury. The person was detained and charged for observing and recording government actions, which are considered basic rights. This case highlights the importance of defending civil liberties and the potential misuse of government power.

https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/sidney-reid-acquitted-ice-dc-rcna240605

#ICE “ An elderly Los Angeles business owner has filed a $50 ...

2025-10-22T20:31:22Z

#ICE “ An elderly Los Angeles business owner has filed a $50 million federal administrative claim alleging he was body-slammed and detained by federal immigration agents during a raid at his Van Nuys car wash earlier this month.

https://abcnews.go.com/US/79-year-us-citizen-claims-ice-agents-body/story?id=125978834

#climatechange “ A massive heat wave is hitting the Pacific ...

2025-10-20T18:19:37Z

#climatechange “ A massive heat wave is hitting the Pacific Ocean from Kamchatka to California.
Water temperatures several degrees above normal span thousands of miles, though they have mostly stopped short of the Pacific Northwest coast. Cool water welling up from the depths is thought to be keeping surface temperatures near the Oregon and Washington coasts closer to normal. “

Marine heat wave known as ‘the Blob’ returns to Pacific https://www.thedailyworld.com/news/marine-heat-wave-known-as-the-blob-returns-to-pacific/

For anyone interested in NO Kings events : ...

2025-10-12T23:40:11Z

For anyone interested in NO Kings events :

https://www.nokings.org/

#climatechange “ Trump administration wasted no time in tapping ...

2025-10-11T17:39:37Z

#climatechange “ Trump administration wasted no time in tapping individuals with ties to fossil fuel industries and right-wing think tanks funded by oil tycoons for key environmental and energy policy positions, according to a new report. “ https://insideclimatenews.org/news/06102025/trump-administration-fossil-fuel-ties/

New Mexico is becoming the first state to offer free child care ...

2025-09-09T18:52:49Z

New Mexico is becoming the first state to offer free child care for everyone, no matter how much money they make. This change removes the need for families to prove their income and eliminates any payments they have to make for child care. By making child care free, New Mexico hopes to create more child care centers and home-based options for families who need them.

New Mexico will be the first state to make child care free
https://19thnews.org/2025/09/new-mexico-first-state-free-child-care/
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#nutrition “ Zucchini is rich in multiple antioxidants, ...

2025-09-02T09:50:39Z

#nutrition “ Zucchini is rich in multiple antioxidants, including lutein and zeaxanthin. Despite packing a punch with several important nutrients, zucchini is low in calories, fat, and sugar. “ https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-zucchini

From August 29th, the Trump Administration will start taxing ...

2025-08-28T22:40:27Z

From August 29th, the Trump Administration will start taxing packages under $800 that used to be exempt. Changing this rule won't bring much money but will make things more expensive for people who buy cheaper items - hurting those with less money. The government should focus on making the big tariffs smaller to help everyone save money and have more choices when shopping.
Economists: Trump’s New #Tariff Rules Will Fuel #Inflation
https://time.com/7312977/stanford-economists-trump-tariff-inflation/
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“ Updated 07:41 AM PDT , August 28,2025: ATHENS, Greece (AP) ...

2025-08-28T17:27:10Z

“ Updated 07:41 AM PDT , August 28,2025: ATHENS, Greece (AP) — #Climatechange that has driven scorching temperatures and dwindling rainfall made massive wildfires in Turkey, Greece and Cyprus this summer burn much more fiercely,
the study by World Weather Attribution said the fires that killed 20 people, forced 80,000 to evacuate and burned more than 1 million hectares (2.47 million acres) were 22% more intense in 2025, Europe’s worst recorded year of wildfires. “ https://apnews.com/article/climate-change-wildfires-temperatures-greece-turkey-cyprus-5f72624b73b0616cad7185cc8e83113d

“ Donald Trump has leveraged both terms of his presidency to ...

2025-08-24T18:57:10Z

“ Donald Trump has leveraged both terms of his presidency to pocket billions of dollars, according to a bombshell report.
A lengthy investigation from The New Yorker estimates Trump and his family will have enriched themselves by more than $3.4 billion by the end of his second term, much of it from deals, transactions, and investments that almost certainly wouldn’t have happened if he’d never been president.” https://www.thedailybeast.com/the-staggering-amount-donald-trump-is-profiting-from-the-presidency-revealed/

During a meeting, some staff members expressed concerns about ...

2025-08-10T00:53:15Z

During a meeting, some staff members expressed concerns about Robert Kennedy Jr., a leader at the CDC, for spreading misinformation about #vaccines and opposing health agencies. Some employees felt targeted and threatened due to his actions, citing ongoing hostility toward the CDC. Kennedy has apologized in the past for controversial statements, but his behavior has led to criticism and fear among public health workers.

https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/analysis/cdc-headquarters-shooting-dead-rfk-jr-employee-audio-rcna224073

#cybersecurity Officials are cautioning people to steer clear of ...

2025-07-22T17:54:39Z

#cybersecurity Officials are cautioning people to steer clear of free USB charging stations at places like airports and hotels because of something called "juice jacking." This is where hackers can put harmful software on these charging ports to infect your device while it's charging. The TSA and FCC are advising travelers to be careful and consider using a regular electrical outlet or bringing their own charger to stay safe from cyber threats.

https://www.rgj.com/story/news/2025/07/21/airport-usb-charging-juice-jacking/85312514007/
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“ Key Points * Fiber may be best known for digestive health, ...

2025-05-12T00:57:24Z

“ Key Points
* Fiber may be best known for digestive health, but it’s also key for a healthy heart.
* This under-consumed nutrient may help lower cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar.
* Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts and seeds are top fiber sources. “

https://www.eatingwell.com/underrated-nutrient-for-heart-health-11732192

“ DES MOINES, Iowa — Some Iowans are raising concern about ...

2025-01-27T18:16:05Z

“ DES MOINES, Iowa —
Some Iowans are raising concern about new proposed state science standards. The Iowa Department of Education's proposal would remove the phrase #climatechange and the word "evolution" from state standards. “ https://www.kcci.com/article/state-proposal-would-remove-climate-change-and-evolution-from-iowa-science-standards/63535506

“ New research shows that better readers have different brain ...

2024-12-16T05:14:09Z

“ New research shows that better readers have different brain structures, especially in the left side of the brain. Good readers have a larger frontal part of the left brain for word meanings and a thicker area for processing sounds. Reading a lot can affect how the brain is shaped and how well we understand others' feelings. “

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“ #Climatechange is contributing to a global drying with no end ...

2024-11-19T21:31:12Z

“ #Climatechange is contributing to a global drying with no end in sight, according to a new study. “ https://time.com/7177603/global-freshwater-resources-drop-to-troubling-low/

#climatechange “ An unusual October heat wave — still yet to ...

2024-10-03T19:01:31Z

#climatechange “ An unusual October heat wave — still yet to peak across California — has already set records across the state and brought unseasonably hot weather to cities all across the state from Redding through San Diego. “ https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-10-02/october-wave-heat-smashed-california-records-peak-coming

#climatechange “ Argentinian lake the size of New York City ...

2024-09-29T00:21:44Z

#climatechange “ Argentinian lake the size of New York City disappeared “ https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2024/sep/26/how-did-an-argentina-lake-the-size-of-new-york-city-disappear-lake-colhue-huapi-musters-patagonia