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Texas A&M to mark 25th anniversary of campus bonfire collapse that killed 12
In 1999, a tragic collapse of the Texas A&M University bonfire stack killed 12 and injured dozens. Despite efforts to revive the tradition, the annual bonfire remains a solemn memory as the school com...
Frogs in Yosemite lakes died, the entire ecosystem collapsed. But biology brought them back
For over a century, Yosemite's High Sierra lakes suffered from non-native fish stocking, leading to the decline of the Sierra Nevada Yellow-legged frogs. Researchers, after finding fungus-resistant fr...
Austin rental market "collapsing," real estate expert says
Austin's rental market is seeing a significant decline post-COVID boom, with rents dropping 15%, vacancies rising, and landlords facing financial challenges. This shift benefits renters, as affordabil...
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Tapestry's $8.5B Merger Collapses--But Shareholders Are About to Cash In Big
By Yahoo! Finance | 4 days agoTapestry Inc. cancelled its $8.5 billion merger with Capri Holdings due to antitrust concerns, leading to a new focus on organic growth....
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'Del Boy billionaire' steps in to save Homebase shops at risk from collapse
By Yahoo! Finance | 5 days agoA retail tycoon known as 'Del Boy billionaire' is set to save numerous Homebase stores as the DIY chain faces administration. Chris Dawson of The Range plans to purchase 70 Homebase outlets, securing ...
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German chancellor Olaf Scholz to address Bundestag for first time since government collapsed - Europe live
By The Guardian | 5 days agoGerman chancellor Olaf Scholz is set to address the Bundestag after his government collapsed, signaling the start of his election campaign. The squabbling coalition's end paves the way for early elect...
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NYC homeowner says ceiling collapsed months after solar panel installation
By CBS News | 5 days agoA homeowner in New York City installed solar panels to reduce electricity costs but ended up losing thousands of dollars. Investigative reporter Mahsa Saeidi explores how to benefit from solar power w...
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Jack Smith spent over $50m prosecuting Trump before cases collapsed
By Newsweek | 6 days agoJack Smith's office spent over $50 million on prosecuting Donald Trump. The Department of Justice didn't provide detailed spending info due to unique circumstances. The costly prosecutions have faced ...
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Scientists warn that a key Atlantic current could collapse, among other climate tipping points
By NBC News | 6 days agoA new report by leading snow and ice scientists warns of drastic ice melt and potential collapse of key ocean currents due to global warming. The findings highlight urgent climate action needed to pre...
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Fiji boxer Ubayd Haider dies after collapsing after IBO title fight
By AP NEWS | 6 days agoFiji boxer Ubayd Haider passed away after collapsing following a fight against Runqi Zhou. Haider had been in a coma since the match on Oct. 26. His death was confirmed by his wife. The Boxing Commiss...
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City of Vancouver fences off collapsing garage of $4M home - BC | Globalnews.ca
By Global News | 6 days agoA high-value home in Kitsilano, Vancouver is causing concern due to its deteriorating garage. The city has taken precautions by fencing off the area and assessing the situation for further action to e...
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Domestic airfares surge by 13% following collapse of Rex flights between capital cities
By The Guardian | 1 week agoFollowing Rex's flight suspension, domestic airfares rose by 13%, with Qantas and Virgin now dominating 98% of the market. The ACCC reported significant fare increases on routes formerly served by Rex...
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Germany may hold snap election next year as Scholz's coalition collapses - National | Globalnews.ca
By Global News | 1 week agoGermany's ruling coalition collapsed after Chancellor Olaf Scholz sacked Finance Minister Christian Lindner, leading to political chaos. Scholz plans to form a minority government with the Social Demo...
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How the great cycling boom collapsed
By Yahoo! Finance | 1 week agoDuring the pandemic, Donna Wright joined the Peloton craze, popular among A-listers like Joe Biden and Venus Williams. However, the cycling boom in Britain seems to be declining post-pandemic, with a ...
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'Two sides of the same coin': governments stress links between climate and nature collapse
By The Guardian | 2 weeks agoNegotiations at the Cop16 summit in Colombia were influenced by extreme weather events and ecosystem collapse. World leaders emphasized the crucial link between climate and biodiversity, highlighting ...