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Beyond books: How a public library in Ohio’s Rust Belt is spurring economic growth
The public library in Toledo, Ohio, is one of a number across the U.S. that have become entrepreneurial hubs. Business-specialist librarians are helping aspiring small-business owners and nonprofits for free.
Although Milton has moved on, at least 8 are dead and millions remain in the dark
Rescue teams are plucking Florida residents from the flotsam of Hurricane Milton after the storm smashed through coastal communities. The storm tore homes into pieces, filled streets with mud and spawned a barrage of deadly tornadoes. At least eight people are dead. 
Nobel Peace Prize given to Japanese organization Nihon Hidankyo for its work against nuclear weapons
The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese organization of survivors of the U.S. atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, for its activism against nuclear weapons. Jørgen Watne Frydnes, chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, said Friday the award was made as the “taboo against the use of nuclear weapons is under pressure.”
SpaceX wants to go to Mars. To get there, environmentalists say it’s trashing Texas
With each launch, SpaceX has been discharging tens of thousands of gallons of industrial wastewater into sensitive wetlands. Environmentalists say an increase in launches will only make things worse.
Elon Musk unveils Tesla's 'Cybercab,' plans to bring autonomous driving tech to other models in 2025
Tesla unveiled its long-awaited robotaxi at a Hollywood studio Thursday night, though fans of the electric vehicle maker will have to wait until at least 2026 before they are available. CEO Elon Musk said the “Cybercab” doesn’t have steering wheels or pedals.
Minnesota-based magnetics company scales up greener options
Minnesota-based Niron Magnetics who makes magnets without rare-earth elements has opened a commercial pilot plant in Minneapolis.