California Faces Megadrought Echoes From History
Scientists warn California’s current drought could resemble past megadroughts lasting a decade or more. Tree rings and sediment show 10 to 20 year droughts in the last millennium, while reservoirs like Almaden Uvas and Stevens Creek sit at about 3 percent capacity. The article notes the state has endured long dry periods before and warns of repeating patterns.
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Snow Keeps Tow Trucks Busy Across Iowa Roads
Snowy conditions keep tow crews and the Iowa State Patrol busy as they handle rising calls from motorists. Sunday offered little rest for responders, with several mishaps and incidents reported across the state, underscoring ongoing winter travel hazards.
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Protesters press Yanukovich in third month rally
Thousands gathered in Kyiv for a mass Sunday rally as opposition leaders urged an end to President Viktor Yanukovich’s dictatorial powers, intensifying pressure amid ongoing protests for political change this month.
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City Circle Acting Company Aims to Give Back to Community
Coralville theater troupe pledges broader community service beyond performances. Members seek outreach projects and partnerships to leverage support from local audiences and sponsors, expanding impact while continuing to stage plays.
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Defense the driving force behind Iowa victory over Michigan
No. 13 Iowa shattered No. 16 Michigan 85 to 67 as lockdown defense anchored the win Saturday afternoon. The Hawkeyes forced turnovers, limited high% shots, and converted in transition to pull away in the second half.
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Tanning bed restrictions proposed in Iowa bill
Mark Bernard, diagnosed with skin cancer in 2007 and died in 2011 at 41, motivates a proposed measure by Rep Bobby Kaufmann and Rep Lisa Heddens. The bill would ban tanning for anyone under 18 and require written warnings at facilities. The effort follows public outcry from families affected by tanning related illnesses.
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Health care enrollees face snags at doctors offices
In Los Angeles area patients report trouble finding accepting doctors and verifying coverage under the Affordable Care Act. DaniElle Nelson battles coverage promises from Anthem Blue Cross as her non-Hodgkin lymphoma care is blocked by a Bright orange sign noting Covered California plans not accepted.
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