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Cave scientist Riannon Colton is working to unlock one of the cavern’s mysteries: its “speleometeorology.” Because it turns out that big caves, like big mountains, create their own weather.
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Texas voters can cast their ballot early in the Republican or Democratic primary through Friday, Feb. 27. Election day is March 3.
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Jens Kalaene/picture alliance/via Getty ImagesAfter the U.S. withdrew from the World Health Organization, it wasn't clear they would participate in this WHO-led meeting to determine the recipe for the next flu vaccine.
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U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales says he is continuing his reelection campaign and denies claims of an alleged relationship with a former aide who died by suicide. Gonzales called the claims "blackmail" as political pressure grows and he maintains support from top Republican leaders. -
The parents of 8-year-old Cile Steward are asking a judge to stop Camp Mystic from reopening and halt construction, alleging unsafe conditions and efforts to alter the site after the deadly July 4, 2025, flood.
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