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3 weeks ago in Features, World
This orange flower cloaks Mexico during Day of the Dead. Climate change is putting it at risk
Mexican marigold growers say they've been left reeling by torrential rains, stretching drought and other impacts from climate change — caused by the burning of fuels like gas, oil and coal – that have grown increasingly common.
3 weeks ago in Features
How tiny drones inspired by bats could save lives in dark and stormy conditions
The robotics lab at Worcester Polytechnic Institute lab is a testing ground for tiny drones that can be deployed in search and rescue missions even in dark, smoky or stormy conditions.
3 weeks ago in World
Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba pick up the pieces after Melissa’s destruction
People across the northern Caribbean were digging out from the destruction of Hurricane Melissa on Thursday as deaths from the catastrophic storm climbed.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Rozier and Billups will not receive NBA salaries while on leave in gambling cases, AP sources say
NBA guard Terry Rozier and coach Chauncey Billups will not receive their salaries while on leave for their arrests on federal gambling-related charges, two people with knowledge of the matters told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
3 weeks ago in Trending, World
Paris prosecutor says 2 suspects in the Louvre jewel heist admit their involvement
Two suspects in the Louvre jewel heist have admitted their involvement and are believed to be the men who forced their way into the world's most visited museum, a Paris prosecutor said Wednesday.
Alpha Gamma Delta donates $10K to provide food for those facing food insecurity in Craighead
The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas was awarded a $10,000 grant from the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation to provide and distribute fresh produce to neighbors facing food insecurity and hunger in Craighead County.
Bill and Alice Nix Farm Day set for Saturday in Jonesboro
Arkansas State University will celebrate the rich history of agriculture in the state at the annual Bill and Alice Nix Farm Day, at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1, at the Judd Hill Farmers’ Market.
Daylight Saving Time to end soon
It’s almost time to fall back with Daylight Saving Time (DST) coming to an end.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Manny Pacquiao hints at possible rematch with Floyd Mayweather
Manny Pacquiao has hinted a rematch of his 2015 blockbuster with Floyd Mayweather Jr. could be on the cards next year. "Right now we have a lot of negotiations about my next fight — there's a possible rematch with Floyd Mayweather," Pacquiao told a news conference Wednesday.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Guerrero homers off Ohtani as Blue Jays even World Series with 6-2 win over Dodgers in Game 4
Dodger Stadium was still shaking with joy when Monday turned to Tuesday as the Toronto Blue Jays trudged into their clubhouse. Their 18-inning loss in Game 3 felt like a monumental setback that might have already decided the World Series.
3 weeks ago in Trending, World
Hurricane Melissa weakens as it churns across Cuba as a Category 2 storm
Hurricane Melissa was grinding across Cuba on Wednesday as a Category 2 storm after pummeling Jamaica as one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes on record, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.
Delta Center and A-State launch NEA Regional Leadership Accelerator Academy
Arkansas State University's Delta Center for Economic Development and the College of Liberal Arts and Communication announced Tuesday the launch of the Northeast Arkansas Regional Leadership Accelerator Academy.
A-State soccer makes venue change to Wednesday match due to weather
Arkansas State women's soccer has announced that Wednesday's match against Coastal Carolina has been moved to Blazer Field at Valley View High School on due to projected weather and current field conditions.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Kelsey Grammer, 70, announces the birth of his 8th child: ‘Isn’t that lovely?’
It's a boy — named Christopher — for 70-year-old actor Kelsey Grammer and his wife Kayte Walsh. The "Frasier" star announced his latest baby news on Monday's edition of the "Pod Meets World" podcast.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
40 years later, Michael J. Fox looks back on ‘Back to the Future’
It's been 40 years since "Back to the Future" debuted in theaters, but neither time, nor Parkinson's disease has done much — regardless of what he says — to diminish Fox's boyish good nature.
3 weeks ago in World
Gaza ceasefire tested as Israel and Hamas exchange fire and blame
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Tuesday he has ordered the army to immediately carry out "powerful strikes" in Gaza, and Hamas responded by saying it would delay handing over the body of a hostage, putting new pressure on the tenuous U.S.-brokered ceasefire.
St. Bernards Foundation’s 6th annual Wings and Clays event scheduled
The St. Bernards Foundation has added a dinner to its list of activities at its sixth annual Wings and Clays event, benefiting the St. Bernards Heart Care Center.
Sociology and Criminology Association to host West Memphis Three panel discussion
A panel discussion presented by the Sociology and Criminology Association will be held on campus at Arkansas State University and will include attorneys who defended the three men known as the West Memphis Three.
Abigail Spain, CJ Sterrett crowned A-State Homecoming Queen and King
Arkansas State University wrapped up Homecoming festivities on Saturday night with the crowning of Homecoming King and Queen.
November Neighborhood Cleanup in Jonesboro relocated
November's Neighborhood Cleanup has been relocated, the City of Jonesboro announced Tuesday.
