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30% US tariff on European goods threatens to shake up a key trade relationship
Akron Legal News
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DAVID McHUGH AP Business Writer Published: July 22, 2025 FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — President Donald Trump announced 30% tariffs recently on the European Union, a move that will have repercussions for companies and consumers on both sides of the...
Sylacauga gospeler Tony Griffith named exec of America 250 Tour, nation’s music tour for 250th celebration of Independence
1819 News
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Sylacauga native Tony Griffith comes from a family of gospel music singers. He also produces and manages concerts. Now, Griffith has landed his biggest gig yet: the quarter-millennium celebration of the birth of our nation. As America moves toward...
The Murray Lawrence Case: A Deepening Controversy in Baldwin County
Alabama Gazette
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July 17, 2025
The case of Murray "Little Bubba" Lawrence Jr. has become a lightning rod for discussions about racial bias, prosecutorial conduct, and judicial integrity in Alabama's criminal justice system. Convicted in 2005 for the murder of Brandon Hastings,...
Dogs ‘prefer certain TV shows depending on personality’
The Times
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Excitable dogs probably love watching coverage of tennis balls flying around at Wimbledon, hoping to catch one. Anxious canines, meanwhile, are unlikely to enjoy the revving engines in Top Gear. Scientists have examined dogs’ tastes in TV...
Stop the Steal (Journalism Version)
Birmingham Watch - Alabama
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July 18, 2025
Tom Arenberg is an instructor of news media at the University of Alabama. A University of Alabama football fan went viral when national TV showed him wearing a crimson T-shirt amid a vast Penn State whiteout during the Nittany Lions’ home game...
Storms hit eight US states as country reels from devastating floods
The Mirror US
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July 22, 2025
Hazardous weather conditions across the United States this weekend caused 30 million Americans to be under flash flood warnings as torrential rains descended. The rain flooded roadways from the Gulf Coast to the Ohio River Valley. Portions of...
Prattville resident questions healthcare coverage for City of Prattville, City Attorney responds
Elmore-Autauga News - Alabama
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July 21, 2025
Sarah Stephens Elmore Autauga News We recently received a Letter to the Editor from Prattville resident Dr. Gerald Cimis concerning healthcare insurance for the City of Prattville. Dr. Cimis’ original letter is posted below, as well as a response...
Army’s Sig P320 Derived Pistols Will Remain Unchanged After Concerning FBI Report
The Drive
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July 17, 2025
The TWZ Newsletter Weekly insights and analysis on the latest developments in military technology, strategy, and foreign policy. The U.S. Army is not taking any actions regarding its Sig Sauer M17 and M18 pistols based on the findings of a...
Nightly Routines Boost Memory, Study Says
Home Care
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July 17, 2025
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama—A straightforward nightly activity may act as a memory-boosting tool. Writing down just five events from the day significantly improved memory performance in individuals with Alzheimer's disease (AD) and healthy older adults...
Navigating Your Family-Run C-Store Business
Convenience Store Decisions
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July 17, 2025
The next generation can bring a wealth of new ideas and inspiration. As time passes, business changes, as do customer interests, technology and opportunities. A younger generation often has a different perspective. “Customers’ wants and needs have...
US Wants Drones as Dispensable as Bullets
The Lexington Park Leader - Maryland
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July 17, 2025
Posted by Java Joe on Thursday, July 17, 2025 · Leave a Comment A Green Beret assigned to 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) prepares to launch a first person view drone to be used for a raid operation during Exercise Trojan Footprint with Greek...
Back to school: When students return to classrooms in Tuscaloosa
The Tuscaloosa News - Alabama
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The 2025-2026 academic year will be here soon for students in Tuscaloosa. Early August will bring the first day of classes for students in the Tuscaloosa County and City school systems, along with six private schools. Students will also return to...
National 4-H appoints young alumni to advisor council
AGDAILY - Michigan
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July 21, 2025
The National 4-H Council Board of Trustees recently elected five young adults to the 2025 Young Alumni Advisory Committee. These rising young stars will help guide the nation’s largest youth development organization and serve as ambassadors,...
Nearly 3,000 people are leaving NASA, and this director is one of them
Ars Technica
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July 21, 2025
You can add another name to the thousands of employees leaving NASA as the Trump administration primes the space agency for a 25 percent budget cut. On Monday, NASA announced that Makenzie Lystrup will leave her post as director of the Goddard...
Early smartphone use linked to poorer mental health in young adults
Medical News
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July 21, 2025
Owning a smartphone before age 13 is associated with poorer mind health and wellbeing in early adulthood, according to a global study of more than 100,000 young people. Published today in the peer-reviewed Journal of Human Development and...
All the things Americans do agree about
Technical.ly
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July 4, 2025
Despite political dysfunction and rapid swings in national mood, Americans retain a strong belief in bottom-up power and their ability to shape society, a sentiment that fuels optimism even in difficult times. While the US produces a...
Gilbert Arenas' ex Laura Govan reacts as Jerzy Robinson adds 3rd FIBA gold medal to her tally
Sportskeeda
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July 22, 2025
Sierra Canyon prospect Jerzy Robinson was part of a talented Team USA roster that won gold at the FIBA U19 World Cup on Sunday. Robinson is a five-star talent and the No. 3-ranked player in the country in the class of 2026, according to ESPN. It...
"That was the Patriot Way": Joel Klatt wagers huge 'bet' on Bill Belichick to overturn UNC's fortune in 2025
Sportskeeda
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July 22, 2025
Bill Belichick shut down speculation about an NFL return by committing to a five-year deal with North Carolina in December. Taking over as coach of the Tar Heels presents a fresh challenge for the former New England Patriots legend as he will be...
At Superdome and NASA Michoud, new contractors have re-hired almost all 1,200 employees
Nola - Louisiana
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A new contractor at the Caesars Superdome and Smoothie King Center said this week it is re-hiring almost all of the incumbent staff after winning the contract for food service at the facilities earlier this year. Legends Hospitality took over food...
Division of Community Affairs VP Pruitt announces plan to retire from UA in June 2026
Yellowhammer News - Alabama
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July 17, 2025
After a career dedicated to public service at The University of Alabama, Dr. Samory Pruitt, vice president for the Division of Community Affairs, plans to retire effective June 1, 2026. At the time of his retirement, Pruitt will have served the...