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Chechnya a 'Model of Peace and Harmony' Says Kadyrov

Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has described his republic as a model of peace and harmony a claim that ignores a recent attack by Islamic militants, attacks on human rights groups and allegations of widespread torture and kidnappings of dissenters.

Did the groundhog see his shadow? That's the wrong question

UPDATE (Feb. 2, 2024 10:30 a.m. E.T.):Punxsutawney Phildid not see his shadow this morning. Perhaps we will finally see an early spring this year (or perhaps not.) Much of the U.S. has had a heck of a January. Freezing cold. Pummeling snow and ice. Frozen cars. Horrific world news. Who wouldnt want a bit of

How Walmart and Dollar General Are Slashing Self-Checkout

Love it or hate it, self-checkout has become a mainstay at big-name retailers. For those in the "love it" camp, the process offers the benefit of being able to quickly scan and bag without having to interact with others. But for those on the "hate it" sidewhich is ever-growingthe process is tedious, with one missed

Man Burns to Death Rescuing Dog from Hot Springs

Published Jul 23, 2001 Updated Jan 8, 2022 Advertisment: A man was burned to death attempting to rescue his friend's dog from a boiling hot spring. Self-preservation is one of the most powerful instincts a human being or any animal possesses. Human intelligence gives us the ability to detect dangers other creatures may

Plan In Place To Begin Removing Dead Trees And Brush From Utah Forests

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah Theyre tough to ignore. If youve been to some of Utahs forests, then youve probably noticed them. Thousands upon thousands of dead trees. Its a big issue in Utah and its something Mary Farnsworth, the Forest Services Deputy Regional Forester for the Intermountain Region, has seen for herself.