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Barely into spring, Phoenix flirts with first triple-digit heat day of 2025

PHOENIX (AP) — Phoenix flirted with its first 100-degree day of the year on Tuesday, though it fell just short of that milestone. The metro area was expected to reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit (37.
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At least 16 dead and 19 injured as wildfires ravage South Korea's southern regions

At least 16 dead and 19 injured as wildfires ravage South Korea's southern regions

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — At least 16 people died and another 19 were injured as wildfires ravaged South Korea’s southern regions amid dry weather and strong winds, government officials said Wednesday.
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Pilot, 2 children survive night on airplane's wing after it crashes into icy Alaska lake

Pilot, 2 children survive night on airplane's wing after it crashes into icy Alaska lake

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A pilot and two children survived on the wing of a plane for about 12 hours after it crashed and was partially submerged in an icy Alaska lake, then were rescued after being spotted by a good Samaritan.
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B.C. to bring in legislation to end its carbon tax on consumers starting April 1

B.C. to bring in legislation to end its carbon tax on consumers starting April 1

VICTORIA — British Columbia's government says it will table legislation on Monday that eliminates the consumer carbon tax in the province.
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Democrats say EPA illegally canceled hundreds of grants aimed at boosting 'environmental justice'

Democrats say EPA illegally canceled hundreds of grants aimed at boosting 'environmental justice'

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency illegally canceled grants worth more than $1.5 billion focused on improving the environment in minority communities hit hard by pollution , Senate Democrats say.
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Wildfires in North and South Carolina fueled by drought, wind and fallen trees from Hurricane Helene

Wildfires in North and South Carolina fueled by drought, wind and fallen trees from Hurricane Helene

Dry conditions, wind and trees downed by Hurricane Helene fueled wildfires in North Carolina and South Carolina, where evacuation orders were in effect Tuesday.
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Science in steel boxes: how research teams hitched a ride with navy to Antarctica

Science in steel boxes: how research teams hitched a ride with navy to Antarctica

HALIFAX — Scientists who went aboard a Royal Canadian Navy mission to Antarctica say the trip demonstrated how portable labs and gear can effectively probe the ocean depths.
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After Lahaina fire, Hawaii residents address their risk by becoming 'Firewise'

After Lahaina fire, Hawaii residents address their risk by becoming 'Firewise'

KULA, Hawaii (AP) — The car tires, propane tanks, gas generators and rusty appliances heaped on the side of a dirt road waiting to be hauled away filled Desiree Graham with relief.
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US infrastructure improved with Biden-era spending but there's a long way to go

US infrastructure improved with Biden-era spending but there's a long way to go

A once-every-four-years report card on the upkeep of America's infrastructure gave it a “C” grade on Tuesday, up slightly from previous reports, largely due to investments made during former President Joe Biden's administration.
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Residents in South Korea's Andong city told to evacuate as wildfires spread

Residents in South Korea's Andong city told to evacuate as wildfires spread

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Officials in the South Korean city of Andong on Tuesday alerted residents to evacuate to safe areas as firefighters struggled to contain wildfires that have ravaged southern regions since last week, forcing thousands to flee
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