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September 30'The 101 Plays Itself': This computer program treats the interstate into music
A Southern California man has created a system which translates cars passing on Interstates in California into soothing music.
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September 30As a Syrian glassmaker created his wares in Damascus, watching his craft reminded this reporter to slow down and enjoy the moment.
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1 hour agoThe craft beer market is saturated and tastes are changing. Brewers are coming with innovative ways to attract customers.
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102 minutes agoAs of Oct. 1, refugees lose access to Medicaid across the country
Starting Oct. 1, refugees and asylum seekers are losing access to Medicaid across the country because of H.R. 1, the Trump administration's major budget bill Republicans passed in summer 2025.
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1 hour agoFailed execution attempts are not uncommon in the U.S.
The failed execution attempt of a woman in Tennessee on Wednesday wasn't the first time this has happened. The state's execution protocols have been under scrutiny for years.
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1 hour agoA woman in Tennessee survived an execution Wednesday. We talk with a reporter who was there.
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Simpson by the numbers
- Area
- 0.88 sq mi (2.29 km²), 0.01 sq mi water
- Median age
- 42.3
- Households
- 614
- Persons per household
- 2.4
- Median household income
- $52,875