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A Fresh Perspective on the Significance of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in the Automotive Industry
In the realm of automotive technology, the utility and relevance of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto have sparked heated debates among industry insiders. While some companies, such as General Motors, have announced plans to phase out these technologies in their upcoming electric vehicles, others, like Volvo, recognize the immense value they offer. Jim Rowan, the…
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El Paso airport anticipates busy holiday travel season
by: Melissa Luna, City of El Paso Posted: Nov 16, 2023 / 01:37 PM MST Updated: Nov 16, 2023 / 01:38 PM MST EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso International Airport has seen an increase of passengers this year and is anticipating the airport to be busy this holiday season, the City of…
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Oldest pygmy hippo in North America turns 50
Hannah Shirley, North America’s oldest pygmy hippo celebrated the half-century mark with presents and a cake made of a watermelon base, papaya frosting and spaghetti squash. Pygmy hippos, which are endangered, usually live between 30-50 years. There only a few thousand left in the wild and the main threat to their existence is hunting and…
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R.I.S.E. Corp. hosting Thanksgiving turkey, healthy food box giveaway for those in need
For the fourth consecutive year, the nonprofit R.I.S.E. Corp. — Reintegration to Support and Empower — is hosting a Thanksgiving turkey and healthy food box giveaway on Monday for those in need. The first distribution will be held Monday at Parkway Manor, 380 Truth Drive, from 3 p.m. until supplies are gone. The second distribution will…
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Marathon runner banned for 12 months after using a car during race
A leading ultramarathon runner has been banned for 12 months after she used a car for a portion of a 50-mile race, and then accepted a trophy for third place. The Scottish runner, Joasia Zakrzewski, admitted to using a car while participating in the 2023 GB Ultras Manchester to Liverpool race in April. A UK…
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Oldest pygmy hippo in US celebrates 50th birthday with a golden-themed party: Watch
North America’s oldest pygmy hippopotamus Hannah Shirley is celebrating a new milestone: her 50th birthday. The pygmy hippo, who lives in managed care at the San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center, celebrated her golden jubilee Wednesday with the center’s staff and volunteers at a golden-themed birthday party. Despite being a nocturnal animal, Shirley took…
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Fishery Managers Eye Changing 2024 Striped Bass Management Measures | Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership
After recent stock projections were worse than expected, the ASMFC Striped Bass Management Board is seeking angler input as it gauges the adjustments necessary to meet the rebuilding timeline for the striped bass stock. The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission is considering adjusting management measures for the recreational and commercial Atlantic striped bass fishery, in…
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New Jersey committing $20 million to SciTech Scity’s innovation hub
The state Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) and Liberty Science Center have agreed to form a partnership to develop, construct and manage the 120,000-square-foot life sciences, health care, and tech innovation hub at the SciTech Scity campus, Gov. Phil Murphy announced. The agreement is a non-binding letter of intent to create a limited liability company called…
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Health experts urge COVID-19, flu shots ahead of holiday season
WORCESTER, Mass. – As holiday season approaches, health experts are once again warning of an expected rise in flu, COVID-19 and RSV cases. Dr. Robert Klugman, internal medicine specialist for UMass Memorial Health, said people should consider getting up to date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, particularly if they’re over the age of 65 or immunocompromised. He…
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CCPS staff donates to LifeStyles, Community Schools
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) staff at the Jesse L. Starkey Administration Building recently held its annual Thanksgiving food drive to benefit LifeStyles of Maryland Inc. and CCPS Community Schools. A week from Thanksgiving, LifesStyles staff stopped by Starkey with two larges buses to collect the donation. “When I see you do this — which…
