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Workers destroy Klamath Dam, allowing salmon to swim free for the first time in a centuryAs the largest dam removal project in U.S. history nears completion, workers are destroying the last dam on a major stretch of the Klamath River, clearing the way for salmon to swim freely through the main watershed near the California-Oregon border for the first time in more than a century. Workers used excavators on Wednesday to destroy rock dams that had previously diverted water upstream of two dams, Iron Gate and Kopko 1, which have already been nearly completely removed. The work will allow the…
A Little League team that's struggling to make it to the World Series miraculously, and the young players who support one teammate's father as he's dying of cancer — this story has all the makings of a Hollywood sports movie, but it's true.In 2002, the Fort Worth Westside Little League All-Stars made history by becoming the first team from the area to win a championship since 1960. They dedicated the season to first baseman Robert Ratliff's father, Bobby, who attended every game despite battling cancer.The film, “You Gotta Believe,” which premiered in Fort Worth on Aug. 29 and is scheduled…
Europe is focused on economic recovery but faces societal challenges. Conflict in the region and nearby Middle East is driving instability. BACKGROUND The United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy where the hereditary monarch serves as head of state while the prime minister serves as the elected head of government. Executive power is entrusted to a unitary parliamentary system formed by members of the Parliament, where legislative power is vested in the two parliamentary chambers: the House of Commons and the House of Lords. Elections are held no more than five years apart and are scheduled by the prime minister. U.K.…
We recently published a list of analysts' top 10 best affordable tech stocks to buy, and in this article we'll look at how Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (NASDAQ:SIMO) stacks up against other affordable tech stocks.No doubt, technology continues to change rapidly. In a technology-rich world, investors and analysts have plenty of options. As we all know, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been at the forefront of the conversation for the past few years.US stocks have recovered slightly from recent lows as economic data has given confidence in the health of the US economy. The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund has gained…
Eichholt: Sebastian Castro I hate to agree with Sean, but it's got to be Castro. The Illinois native was in the shadows for years, but he was really good last season. He'll be one of the front-runners for Big Ten Defensive Back of the Year. Last year's game against Wisconsin was one of the most impressive performances I've seen from a defenseman. Castro's impact was everywhere. From the stick on 4th down to the interception, he was arguably the best football player on the field. The Hawkeye defense is loaded with ridiculous talent, but Castro is as good a candidate…
The world's second largest diamond was discovered in Botswana (Credit: Lucara Diamond/CC-BY-SA-2.0) On August 22, 2024, Lucara Diamonds revealed the discovery of a gigantic 2,492 carat diamond in Botswana. The gem is the second largest ever discovered and the largest found in the country of South Africa. The largest diamond ever discovered was the 3,106 carat Cullinan diamond, which was discovered in South Africa in 1905. “We are thrilled with the recovery of this incredible 2,492 carat diamond,” said William Lamb, president and CEO of Lucara Diamonds. The yet-to-be-named stone was discovered using X-ray technology at the Karowe mine, a…
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued a public health advisory on Wednesday that addressed parents' mental health and well-being.The recommendations addressed “a significant public health challenge that requires immediate state recognition and action” and discussed the various factors that contribute to parental stress and noted the urgent need for support.”Parents have a profound impact on the health of their children and the well-being of our societies,” Murthy said in a statement released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).Birth rate hits lowest on record, Americans are having fewer children, CDC reveals”But today's parents and caregivers face enormous…
Rio de Janeiro police have a new target: hard-to-find stuffed toysRIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Police in Rio de Janeiro executed 16 search warrants targeting claw machines that thrill children and adults alike in the city. But police said in a statement that the machines trick users into believing winning a stuffed toy is a test of skill. In fact, they are games of chance, just like slot machines, and therefore illegal. Police seized claw machines, laptops, tablets, cellphones, firearms and stuffed toys on Wednesday. Police are investigating the possibility that organized crime is hiding behind the claw machines.Trump campaign…
Meghan Markle is gearing up to launch a new lifestyle brand. A source told People magazine that the Duchess of Sussex has been busy working behind the scenes preparing for the launch of American Riviera Orchard later this year. The source also denied claims that Meghan, 42, is struggling to find a CEO for her brand, which has led to delays in the brand's launch, saying the reports are untrue. A source previously told People magazine that Meghan's new business “will reflect all the things she loves: family, cooking, entertaining and home décor.” The source added that the Duchess of…
Colorado is expected to start the season with a win against an FCS rival, but it's unclear if the Buffaloes can cover that 10-point deficit. August 28, 2024 • 14:24 ET • 4 min read Rarely has a game between FCS teams garnered this much attention. Welcome to the Deion Sanders effect. The North Dakota State Bisons were scheduled to open the season against the Colorado Buffaloes long before Deion Sanders arrived with the Rockies. Many college football fans probably knew the Bisons had the potential to pull off an upset. But the dynamics of this matchup have been heightened…