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For airports, background music no longer is an afterthought

For airports, background music no longer is an afterthought

Background music is no longer an afterthought at many airports. Some are hiring local musicians and carefully curating playlists to help lighten travelers’ moods. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport features live musicians every day, and Nashville International Airport has five stages that host more than 800 performances a year.
by The Associated Press

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Dozens of men are found guilty in mass rape case of French woman drugged by her husband

Dozens of men are found guilty in mass rape case of French woman drugged by her husband

A French court found dozens of men guilty of raping Gisèle Pelicot, whose then-husband repeatedly drugged her unconscious over the course of a decade. Her ex-husband was sentenced to 20 years in prison.
by Eleanor Beardsley

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After losing VP bid, Walz searches for role in pushing back against Trump

After losing VP bid, Walz searches for role in pushing back against Trump

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz saw his national profile skyrocket when he became Vice President Harris’ running mate. Now, he’s back home figuring out when he will push back or work with Republicans.
by Clay Masters

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About 10,000 Amazon workers authorize plan to strike Thursday

About 10,000 Amazon workers authorize plan to strike Thursday

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters said workers in Atlanta, New York City, California and Illinois plan to join the picket line.
by Ayana Archie

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Biden set an ambitious new climate goal. Will it still matter under Trump?

Biden set an ambitious new climate goal. Will it still matter under Trump?

The Biden administration set a new climate goal for the U.S. The White House argues states, cities and corporations will continue the work, even as Trump plans to exit the Paris climate agreement.
by Jeff Brady

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Snow continues Thursday; chillier Friday and Saturday

Snow continues Thursday; chillier Friday and Saturday

Snow will continue much of Thursday for most of the state with the heaviest falling in the morning hours. Colder air moves in Thursday night before milder air returns next week. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Snow causing difficult travel across Minnesota, snow emergencies issued for Minneapolis and St. Paul

Snow causing difficult travel across Minnesota, snow emergencies issued for Minneapolis and St. Paul

Steady snow that started falling overnight continued Thursday across a wide swath of Minnesota, causing difficult travel. Many school districts closed or sent students home early. Some cities — including Minneapolis and St. Paul — have declared snow emergencies.
by Andrew Krueger and Peter Cox

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