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Here's why COVID may have hit some harder than others, or not at all for some

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America’s aging flood control infrastructure is failing – federal funding is coming, but too often new construction relies on old data

As federal funding rolls in, communities run the risk of spending millions of dollars on systems that weren’t built to handle the flood risks ahead.
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Sabertooth cat skull found in Iowa reveals details about Ice Age predator

Scientists believe the skull found in Iowa can reveal more about the life history, prey selection and eventual extinction of this ancient predator.
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What to know about the spring equinox

The spring equinox is on Monday, March 20! Here's what to know.
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Neurologist explains why 'springing ahead' is a step back for health

Researchers says the transition to daylight saving time each spring doesn't just affect people immediately after the time change.
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What is Lent and why do Christians commemorate it?

While Easter is a day of triumph and celebration for Christians, the period leading up to it is one of soul-searching and reflection.
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How did Groundhog Day get its start?

It's almost time for a furry weather predictor in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, to reveal their winter forecast. But how did this tradition start?
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This lunar year will be the Year of the Rabbit or the Year of the Cat, depending on where you live

There are a few explanations among scholars for why Vietnamese culture will celebrate Year of the Cat, while everyone else celebrates Year of the Rabbit.
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5 types of threat – how those who want to divide us use language to stoke violence

Events like the Brazil riots and the Colorado LGBTQ club shooting each occurred after certain groups repeatedly directed dangerous rhetoric against others.
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Heart doctor explains what could have caused Damar Hamlin's cardiac arrest

One heart doctor explains that usually when a healthy athlete experiences sudden cardiac arrest, the cause is one of two more common conditions.
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How to make fireworks a little less scary for your pet

You may have been told to ignore your scared dog or cat, but that won't work. An animal science expert explains.
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2022’s US climate disasters, from storms and floods to heat waves and droughts

The United States was hardly alone in its climate disasters in 2022.

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Maine's Leading Local News: Weather, Traffic, Sports and more | Maine | NewsCenterMaine.com

Here's why COVID may have hit some harder than others, or not at all for some

America’s aging flood control infrastructure is failing – federal funding is coming, but too often new construction relies on old data

Sabertooth cat skull found in Iowa reveals details about Ice Age predator

What to know about the spring equinox

Neurologist explains why 'springing ahead' is a step back for health

What is Lent and why do Christians commemorate it?

How did Groundhog Day get its start?

This lunar year will be the Year of the Rabbit or the Year of the Cat, depending on where you live

5 types of threat – how those who want to divide us use language to stoke violence

Heart doctor explains what could have caused Damar Hamlin's cardiac arrest

How to make fireworks a little less scary for your pet

2022’s US climate disasters, from storms and floods to heat waves and droughts

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