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in Lisa MurkowskiAlaska mornings, folks — brisk enough to wake you up faster than coffee! Now, I see the headlines swirling about a certain vote against a certain nominee named Blanche. My lawyers made me promise not to get into the nitty-gritty here, but the coverage on this page has the real sc — Lisa Murkowski1Lisa Murkowski · Aug 10, 2026

RSPCA Recommends Meaty Pet Food for Hedgehogs — 1dExperts say you can attract hedgehogs to your garden this autumn by leaving out a small amount of tinned meaty cat or dog food (and crushed biscuits), while avoiding milk and bread; place it in shallow bowls and refresh daily. For bees and other beneficial insects, let fallen leaves and some dead stems remain through fall and winter to provide natural nesting and overwintering habitat, reducing the need for heavy autumn cleanup.

Sainpoly pushes polycarbonate greenhouses for year-round crops in harsh climatesTech — 5hSainpoly is promoting polycarbonate greenhouse technology designed for demanding environments, addressing extreme temperatures, hail, and uneven daylight within controlled-environment agriculture. The PC hollow sunsheets provide impact resistance, light transmission, and thermal insulation to boost year-round yield while reducing winter energy use by two- to three-fold, especially in cold northern, hail-prone, and high-altitude regions.

Rachel Meyers If the hail resistance holds up as claimed, these sheets might finally give high-altitude farms a reliable edge over glass.

Severe Storms Bring Flooding and Winds to Australia and Parts of U.S. — 1dAcross Australia, authorities warned of elevated fire danger in Tasmania, widespread storm damage and power outages in South Australia and Western Australia, and an unusually warm El Niño-influenced winter pattern bringing heavy rain and strong winds to parts of the country. In North America, meteorologists issued severe-weather alerts for strong thunderstorms with gusty winds and hail across several states, while Canadian Maritime media highlighted local weather watchers tracking September conditions.

Kobe Bryant’s Obsession Fueled Five NBA Championships — 2dKobe Bryant, coming straight from Lower Merion High School after a standout senior year, was drafted 13th in 1996 and initially had a modest rookie season before proving his scoring potential in Summer League and early NBA play. In Los Angeles, his fearless mindset and drive for leadership clashed with Tex Winter’s triangle offense alongside Shaquille O’Neal, a dynamic teammates like Nick Van Exel described as unafraid and willing to challenge even Michael Jordan.

IJREXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting ItSimon August · 4 min · 9h

Ski Resorts Close, Plan Closures Amid Warm WintersSports — Sep 3, 2026Across Australia and North America, ski areas are contending with warmer winters and thinning snow, leading to record-low snow depths and premature closures in Australia while New Mexico’s Enchanted Forest announces it will not open for the 2026-27 season due to ongoing snow and insurance costs. In Colorado, Copper Mountain defies the trend by wrapping its season with a summer hike park and planning a winter 2026/27 opening, highlighting a patchwork of adaptations as conditions remain inconsistent.

YourlistRankingMost Influential Women in World HistoryFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.1379 votes · 26 candidates

Not a Joke: Ford Says Don’t Use Heater in Electric Truck in Winter to Save Battery – But That’s Not AllOpinion — Dec 8, 2022Winter is coming. OK, technically meteorological winter arrived last week, beginning as it does every year on Dec. 1. Astronomical winter, which is the one that shows up on your calendar as “First Day of Winter,”…

Trump Claims Russia-Ukraine Energy Strike Agreement — Sep 10, 2026Zelenskyy warned that Ukraine would respond symmetrically to Russian winter strikes on its energy system while still urging a step-by-step path to ending the war, including an energy truce, a protected energy infrastructure, and continued prisoner exchanges and humanitarian efforts. He also highlighted intensified Russian attacks against civilian targets, urging stronger air defense and sustained Western pressure on Moscow as casualties rise.

Zelenskyy Secures Canadian Air-Defense Support — Sep 8, 2026Zelenskyy arrived in Oslo to attend King Harald V’s funeral and held talks with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre on continued Ukrainian support, including strengthening air defense for the winter and collaboration with the FREYJA anti-ballistic missile system, with Norway reaffirming defense aid as part of a broader defense partnership.

U.S. Hosts G20 Energy Talks Amid Fuel Shock — 5dThe United States hosts a three-day G20 Energy Abundance summit in Houston with delegations from major economies and oil producers, focusing on expanding affordable baseload power, mineral supply chains, and streamlined infrastructure while Moscow’s participation and the Russia invite controversy test diplomatic lines. The discussions come as the Iran conflict disrupts global energy flows, pushing crude above $100 a barrel and lifting U.S. diesel to a record $6.20 per gallon and gasoline costs about 44% higher than pre-war levels, highlighting energy-security concerns ahead of winter.

On X · @BarcaTimesPedri Bonds with New Teammate Anthony Gordon at BarcelonaWholesome fan post about Pedri warmly interacting with new signing Anthony Gordon receives overwhelmingly positive, humorous reactions celebrating their budding friendship, with no observed criticism or opposing views.1,115 likes · 22m

Arctic Winter Sea Ice Decline Resumes After PauseEnvironment — Jul 20, 2026New studies show that the Arctic winter sea ice slowdown seen in the early 2020s was temporary, with 2025 and 2026 winters posting record lows that restore a significant downward trend in winter ice extent. The 5.8% drop from 2024 to 2025 was the largest year-to-year decline on record, and researchers say the recent data indicate winter ice loss is continuing and may accelerate again in the next decade due to ongoing global warming, despite the earlier pause being brought to an end by natural oceanic variations.

‘It’s Like Living in an Igloo:’ People Make Heartbreaking Decisions as Winter Arrives in Biden’s AmericaReporting — Nov 22, 2022Winter hasn’t officially started yet, but winter-like conditions are already causing extreme situations to develop across the country. Parts of the Northeast have been hammered by cold and snowy weather in recent days…

YourlistVS BattleMadonna vs Lady GagaThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.Madonna vs Lady Gaga · 152 votes — pick a side

Trash And Wood Accounted For Major ‘Renewable Energy’ Share During Winter Storm, Reports Show — Feb 10, 2026Fossil fuels powered much of America during Winter Storm Fern, and in New England, a large share of the “renewables” came from burning trash and wood, according to the region’s grid operator. Winter Storm Fern killed at…

More US Winter Olympians Speaking Out Against Trump — Feb 16, 2026There are more U.S. Winter Olympians speaking out against representing President Donald Trump, much to the dismay if his supporters. U.S. athlete Hunter Hess said he was conflicted about competing for Team USA given the…

Punxsutawney Phil Predicts 6 More Weeks of Winter — Feb 2, 2026It appears Punxsutawney Phil and the calendar are in sync — there will be six more weeks of winter. Punxsutawney Phil emerged from his temporary home on Gobbler’s Knob in Pennsylvania Monday morning for his annual Feb…

DDaily Caller News FoundationEXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting ItA conservative group is pressing six paper giants to rein in their lobbying against a Trump administration-backed push to recycle more plastic.9h · 1 reads

Biden Being Begged to Prepare as Americans Face Winter CrisisReporting — Nov 8, 2022With winter coming, many are concerned about the U.S. being plunged into a heating and energy crisis as the price of oil is high and inflation continues to plague the economy. Now the Biden administration is facing…

QuizieQuizHow charismatic are you, really?Not a score out of ten — the AI identifies your specific brand of charm and where it's most dangerous.3 min · today's quiz

Fauci Warns of a Challenging Fall and Winter With COVID-19Reporting — Sep 11, 2020Dr. Anthony Fauci is warning about the challenges ahead for the United States as the fall and winter approaches. During a panel discussion with doctors from the Harvard Medical School, Fauci, director of the National…

Near A Data Center? Prepare For Blackouts This Winter — Nov 19, 2025The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reported Tuesday that winter electricity demand is increasing, especially in regions with high concentrations of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. NERC…

Discrepancy Breaks Out Ahead Of Winter Olympics Over Tactics Used At Qualifying Event — Jan 13, 2026With the Winter Olympics in Milan just weeks away, tensions between Team USA and Team Canada are heating up — and not on the ice, but in the icy depths of the skeleton track. In a move that’s ignited outrage across the…

EasyJet plans Belfast Aberdeen winter route — Jul 23, 2026EasyJet will launch a new Belfast International to Aberdeen direct route this winter, starting 4 January 2027 with twice-weekly flights and expanding its UK domestic link between Northern Ireland and Scotland. Fares are on sale with package holidays available, and the airline and Belfast International Airport officials say the move will boost connectivity and investment while it coincides with other easyJet winter route expansions.

IJRItaly Scrambles Warships Toward Red Sea As Houthis Close In On Global Shipping ChokepointFrancis Kapper · 6 min · 11h

DAVID BLACKMON: Will Texas Grid Survive Looming Winter Storm? — Jan 22, 2026Can the Texas power grid hold up to another major winter storm? Grid managers at the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) assured the public on Monday that they were ready, but Texans like yours truly who…

People Realize Winter Olympics Is Dystopian Nightmare When They See What Big Air Event Is in Middle OfOpinion — Feb 8, 2022It’s been well documented that the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games are taking place in a particular corner of a repressive, dystopian country that has no business hosting a prestigious international event. As the home…

Associated Press Report Raises Concern Too Few Somalis Counted Among Winter Olympic Elites — Feb 1, 2026A recent report by The Associated Press is drawing attention online for appearing to criticize a Nordic country for having too few non-white athletes on its rosters for the 2026 Winter Olympics. The Associated Press…

Making History: Bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor Wins Big in Winter OlympicsReporting — Feb 21, 2022Elana Meyers Taylor has earned her spot in the history books this year at the 2022 Olympics in Bejing. Meyers Taylor won the bronze medal for Bobsledding, making her the “ most decorated Black athlete in the Winter…

Biden Heads To Texas To Survey Damage From Paralyzing Winter StormReporting — Feb 26, 2021President Joe Biden will visit Texas on Friday as the state works to recover from a devastating winter storm that caused serious damage to homes and businesses, left millions without power or clean water for days, and…

On X · @zhaoyufancokrCORTIS Debuts Fresh Looks on 2026 The Fact Music Awards Red CarpetFan reactions to CORTIS's red carpet appearance at the 2026 TMA are overwhelmingly positive, with enthusiastic praise for their outfits and poses. There is no genuine split or controversy, as nearly all sampled reactions celebrate the group's stylish presentation.1,427 likes · 24m