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Ship not laden with toxic chemicals, says owner

Fears over toxic chemicals are allayed, and the government says there is no evidence of foul play.
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Norway suspend staff in ski jump cheat scandal at world championships

Team admitted cheating by employing altered suits Coach and equipment manager both suspended The Norwegian ski federation has suspended a ski jumping coach and an equipment manager over their ...
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Lindsey Vonn on skiing the comeback trail

In the world of alpine skiing, few have been more decorated. Fast, fearless and resilient, Lindsey Vonn fought her way back after every crash, until she retired at 34. But now, with a titanium knee ...
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Japan’s Ski Slopes Have Too Much of a Good Thing: Snow

While the country is having a banner ski season, exceptionally heavy snowfall has created challenges for resort workers.
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Ukrainian war veteran amputees learn adaptive skiing in Oregon

A group of Ukrainian war veteran amputees have been in Oregon learning a form of adaptive skiing for people with one leg
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The Assassination of Jeff German

A Las Vegas journalist is stabbed to death while investigating claims a boss was toxic. Did his reporting make him a target? "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
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Cure a Toxic Workplace With Core Values

New research shows what traits impacted employees most, making it easier to create a positive work culture.
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As USAID clears out, official directs employees to use burn bags on documents

A USAID official instructed employees Tuesday on "clearing our classified safes" by shredding documents at the embattled foreign aid agency's Washington headquarters.
ABC News - 21h
Clearing the Way for Bicyclists, for a Healthier Planet

Jill Warren heads the European Cyclists’ Federation, a Brussels-based nongovernmental organization that advocates cycling to help lower carbon emissions.
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Trump made clear ‘Elon Musk is your partner’ in Cabinet meeting, says Commerce secretary

In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Commerce Sec. Howard Lutnick says that President Trump made clear to his Cabinet that Elon Musk is “a partner” in deciding who and what will be cut ...
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Vinicius Junior scores incredible solo goal in Real Madrid's La Liga win over Rayo Vallecano

Real Madrid won 2-1 in La Liga play on Sunday with the Brazilian creating quite the moment
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Is the LA Kings’ Failure to Attract Free Agents a Cause for Concern?

Leading up to the NHL trade deadline there was considerable chatter that the LA Kings were very much in on Finnish star Mikko Rantanen. Esteemed and very connected SportsNet NHL analyst Elliotte ...
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‘Major brand worries’: Just how toxic is Elon Musk for Tesla?

With sales down and electric vehicle rivals catching up, the rightwing politico’s brand is driving into a storm. Globally renowned brands would not, ordinarily, want to be associated with Germany’s ...
The Guardian - 4d
Sea lions sickened as toxic algae threatens California’s marine mammals

Number of animals affected by neurological toxin increases in past week as experts warn of impact from climate crisis. The number of marine mammals in California affected by a neurological toxin ...
The Guardian - 2d
UFC 313 odds, predictions, time, Las Vegas card: Pereira vs. Ankalaev picks from proven MMA expert

SportsLine's Daniel Vithlani reveals his picks for the UFC 313: Pereira vs. Ankalaev fight card from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday
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POC Obex Connect Headset Review: Loud and Clear

POC’s Obex Connect headset turned me into a music-on-the-mountain person.
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Malcolm Koonce returning to Las Vegas on 1-year, $12 million deal: Report

The Las Vegas Raiders struck a one-year, $12 million deal with defensive end Malcolm Koonce to keep him around next season, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Yahoo Sports - 1d
Man found with live turtle hidden in his pants at a New Jersey airport

A Pennsylvania man who was going through security at a New Jersey airport was found to have a live turtle concealed in his pants, according to the TSA.
NBC News - 21h
Extended interview: Lindsey Vonn on her return to competitive skiing

In this web exclusive, Olympic downhill skier Lindsey Vonn discusses the reasons behind getting a knee replacement; what she discovered about herself upon retirement; the preparations necessary ...
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If You Want to Ski Cheaply Next Season, Buy Now

Here’s how to get the best deals offered by Epic, Ikon and others.
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Cheating scandal shocks ski jumping, topples Olympic champions

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Christians Are Pressing Trump to Clear a Path for Israel to Annex the West Bank

Some 80 percent of white, evangelical Christians voted for President Trump. Now, some want a policy change that could undermine a future Palestinian state.
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Separatists attack train in Pakistan, fate of hundreds on board not clear: Officials

Pakistani officials say insurgents have attacked a passenger train in a tunnel, and a separatist group claims it has taken over 100 hostages
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When bankruptcy will (and won't) clear your credit card debt

Bankruptcy can wipe the slate clean of your existing credit card debt, but it won't do that in every case.
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USAID staff instructed to clear out classified safes and shred or burn documents

"Shred as many documents first, and reserve the burn bags for when the shredder becomes unavailable or needs a break," the email reads.
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Bookmakers dinner: An exclusive seat at the table with legends of Las Vegas

Every year during the week of the Super Bowl, some of the most legendary bookmakers come together for a meal, to share stories and to think about what's ahead.
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UCLA storms back for Big Ten title against USC in battle of LA

The Bruins lost to the Trojans twice in the regular season, but ultimately lifted the end-of-season hardware.
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Menendez brothers: LA district attorney asks court to rescind resentencing motion

Nathan Hochman says he would consider support only if pair ‘fully accept complete responsibility’ for 1989 killings. The Los Angeles district attorney has said he is opposed to the resentencing of ...
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Menendez brothers resentencing bid opposed by LA district attorney

The new district attorney's stand could roll back an effort by his predecessor to ease the brothers' punishment for killing their parents.
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Geno Smith trade grades: Seahawks deal veteran QB to Raiders for 2025 third-round pick

Smith is reuniting with Pete Carroll in Las Vegas
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Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo wins all 6 gold medals at cross-country skiing world championships

Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo became the first cross-country skier to win six gold medals at one worlds.
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$Wyndham Clark cleared of rules infraction related to pitch mark on third hole in Round 2 at Bay Hill$
Wyndham Clark cleared of rules infraction related to pitch mark on third hole in Round 2 at Bay Hill

Clark's tee shot on the third hole was determined to have come to rest in its own pitch mark and relief was allowed.
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The 42 Best Shows on Netflix Right Now (March 2025)

Zero Day, Toxic Town, and Squid Game are just a few of the shows you need to watch on Netflix this month.
Wired - 4d
Firing Kevin Keatts now was cold-blooded, but urgently needed by NC State in face of clear deterioration

Keatts was on the hot seat prior to reaching the Final Four in 2024, so his dismissal should not be a surprise
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BBC Verify looks at the events leading up to the North Sea collision

BBC Verify examines how a ship carrying a highly-toxic chemical hit a tanker in the North Sea transporting jet fuel.
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Chiefs restructure Patrick Mahomes, Chris Jones contracts to clear nearly $50M in 2025 cap space, per report

A big reworking of the checkbook in Kansas City
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Las Vegas Raiders 2025 NFL offseason: Pete Carroll ready to reset franchise with Geno Smith

The Raiders haven't had a stable quarterback in several years. They can't go into another season without making a big investment at the position.
Yahoo Sports - 4d
2025 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoworld Top 300 overall headlined by Witt, Ohtani, Judge, De La Cruz

Injuries are pushing Gerrit Cole, George Kirby, and Grayson Rodriguez down the board.
Yahoo Sports - 4d
Seahawks trade Geno Smith to Raiders: Ranking Seattle's QB options after making surprising deal with Las Vegas

A look at what Seattle can do to fill its new void at the QB position
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