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As daylight saving time ended on November 3, 2024, experts warn of health risks linked to disrupted sleep patterns. Studies indicate increased heart attack and stroke rates following the time change, while seasonal affective disorder may affect mood as daylight hours shorten. The debate over the necessity of daylight saving time continues.
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On November 13, 2024, American Airlines Flight 298 from Honolulu to Los Angeles was directed to perform an expedited climb after failing to make an assigned turn, putting it on a collision course with the Koʻolau mountains. The FAA is now investigating the incident, which ended safely with no injuries.
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The debate over water fluoridation is intensifying across the U.S. as communities reconsider its safety following a federal ruling linking high fluoride levels to lower IQ in children. Political figures, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr., are advocating for the removal of fluoride from drinking water, igniting discussions in various states.
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President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence. Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman and military veteran, is known for her controversial foreign policy views, particularly regarding Ukraine and Syria. Her nomination has sparked significant debate over her qualifications and past statements.
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Ryan Kobayashi, who traveled to Los Angeles to find his missing daughter, Hannah, was found dead near LAX in an apparent suicide. Hannah has been missing since November 8, when she missed her flight to New York City. The family continues to search for her, urging public vigilance.
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Elijah Pinales and Juda Roache, both under 21, filed a lawsuit against Hawaii's ban on firearm ownership for young adults. They argue the law violates their rights, as Hawaii is the only state with such a complete prohibition. The case raises questions about gun rights and public safety amid ongoing debates over firearm regulations.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation reports that the average cost of a Thanksgiving dinner for 10 people is $58.08, a 5% decrease from 2023. However, prices remain 19% higher than in 2019. Regional variations in grocery costs persist, with the West facing the highest expenses.
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Disney's 'Moana 2' continues the journey of the titular character as she seeks to lift a curse from the lost island of Motufetu. Joined by her friends and the demigod Maui, Moana faces challenges from the evil god Nalo. The film concludes with Moana's transformation into a demigod, hinting at future conflicts.
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As flu season begins, the H5N1 avian flu is infecting dairy herds in California, raising fears of a potential pandemic. Meanwhile, a New Zealand inquiry highlights the impact of vaccine mandates during Covid-19, emphasizing the need for better pandemic preparedness.
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HBO is rebooting the Harry Potter franchise as a multi-season TV series, with filming scheduled to begin in mid-2025 at Warner Bros. Studios in the UK. The series aims to bring a fresh take on the beloved story, with casting details still under wraps but open auditions already conducted.
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Five Hawaiian crows, or ʻalalā, were released on Maui on December 4, 2024, marking a significant step in conservation efforts to restore the species, which has been extinct in the wild since 2002. This initiative aims to establish a self-sustaining population and restore native ecosystems.