KIDS Center seeks gift card donations
The KIDS Center in Bend is seeking gift card donations for families in need.
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Agua sólida, la innovadora apuesta en México para combatir uno de sus grandes desafíos: las sequías
Ángela Reyes (CNN Español) — Las sequías no han dado tregua a México y todo indica que no harán más que agravarse en el futuro. Sin embargo, no hay desafío al que la creatividad humana y la investigación no puedan hacer frente. Hoy, múltiples cultivos ya se benefician de una invención que les permite ahorrar
Continue ReadingNo. 13 Michigan women roll in Big Ten opener, beat Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Naz Hillmon scored 21 points to lead five in double figures as No. 13 Michigan won its Big Ten opener with a 93-81 victory over Wisconsin. Michigan (9-1, 1-0) has won 11 straight against Wisconsin (2-8, 0-2). Danielle Rauch had 18 points for the Wolverines, who shot 52% (35 of 67)
Continue ReadingAustralian military switches from European to US helicopters
Associated Press CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Australia’s military says it plans to ditch its fleet of European-designed Taipan helicopters and instead buy U.S. Black Hawks and Seahawks because the American machines are more reliable. The move comes less than three months after Australia canceled a deal to buy French submarines in favor of building nuclear-powered
Continue ReadingAustralian military switches from European to US helicopters
Associated Press CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Australia’s military says it plans to ditch its fleet of European-designed Taipan helicopters and instead buy U.S. Black Hawks and Seahawks because the American machines are more reliable. The move comes less than three months after Australia canceled a deal to buy French submarines in favor of building nuclear-powered
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Redmond student earns Marine Corps NROTC scholarship
Tait Leeper had a happy surprise Thursday as the senior at Redmond’s Central Christian School received a Marine Corps NROTC scholarship worth $180,000, one of only four recipients in the Northwest. He earned it based on both academics and physical fitness.
Continue ReadingUN chief: Climate change aggravates conflict and terrorism
By EDITH M. LEDERER Associated Press UNITED NATIONS (AP) — U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says climate change is “an aggravating factor” for instability, conflict and terrorism. He said the regions that are most vulnerable to climate change “also suffer from insecurity, poverty, weak governance and the scourge of terrorism.” Guterres told a U.N. Security Council
Continue ReadingJenkins scores 21 to carry New Mexico over Denver 87-67
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — KJ Jenkins had 21 points as New Mexico romped past Denver 87-67. Gethro Muscadin had 12 points and 11 rebounds for New Mexico (6-4). Jamal Mashburn Jr. added 10 points. Jay Allen-Tovar had 10 rebounds and three blocks. Jaelen House, whose 19 points per game heading into the matchup was second
Continue ReadingTimme scores 22 as No. 5 Gonzaga beats Merrimack 80-55
By NICHOLAS K. GERANIOS Associated Press SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Drew Timme scored 22 points, making all eight of his shots, and No. 5 Gonzaga beat cold-shooting Merrimack 80-55. Freshman center Chet Holmgren had 15 points and 15 rebounds, and Julian Strawther added 15 points for Gonzaga, which has won 57 consecutive home games —
Continue ReadingTimme scores 22 as No. 5 Gonzaga beats Merrimack 80-55
By NICHOLAS K. GERANIOS Associated Press SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Drew Timme scored 22 points, making all eight of his shots, and No. 5 Gonzaga beat cold-shooting Merrimack 80-55. Freshman center Chet Holmgren had 15 points and 15 rebounds, and Julian Strawther added 15 points for Gonzaga, which has won 57 consecutive home games —
Continue ReadingAlexander scores 21 to lift St. John’s past Monmouth 88-83
NEW YORK (AP) — Posh Alexander had 21 points as St. John’s narrowly beat Monmouth 88-83. Julian Champagnie had 16 points and three blocks for St. John’s (7-2). Montez Mathis added 14 points. Stef Smith had 13 points. Shavar Reynolds Jr. tied a career high with 25 points for the Hawks (7-2), who ended a
Continue ReadingNicholls St. defeats Mississippi Valley St. 95-80
ITTA BENA, Miss. — Ty Gordon tied his career high with 28 points as Nicholls State got past Mississippi Valley State 95-80. Robert Carpenter led the Delta Devils with 19 points, nine rebounds and three blocks.
Continue ReadingLas Vegas police arrest man who breached airport security claiming he wanted to steal a jet so he could get to Area 51
By Sharif Paget and Caroll Alvarado, CNN A man who told police he wanted to steal a jet so he could fly to Area 51 to look at aliens was arrested Wednesday after he drove through fences at the McCarran International Airport in a limo, parked on an aircraft ramp and made a bomb threat,
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The Pavilion in Bend to celebrate winter’s arrival and holiday season
The holidays are getting a bit more festive at The Pavilion with the return of a Winter Solstice Celebration and holiday open skate sessions.
Continue ReadingLas Vegas police arrest man who breached airport security claiming he wanted to steal a jet so he could get to Area 51
By Sharif Paget and Caroll Alvarado, CNN A man who told police he wanted to steal a jet so he could fly to Area 51 to look at aliens was arrested Wednesday after he drove through fences at the McCarran International Airport in a limo, parked on an aircraft ramp and made a bomb threat,
Continue ReadingHugley scores 22 as Pitt beats Colgate 71-68
PITTSBURGH (AP) — John Hugley scored 18 of his 22 points in the second half, Jamarius Burton added 13 points and Pittsburgh beat Colgate 71-68 to snap a four-game skid. Mouhamadou Gueye finished a driving layup through contact and hit the and-1 free throw and, after Cummings missed a quick 3-point shot, Hugley scored a
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How to prepare your garden for next season
Pela has put together a gardening to-do list to help you start preparing for spring while waiting out the cold months of the year.
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How social selling targets customers online and helps companies sell you products
Vocal Video compiled a list of 10 ways that social selling targets customers online and helps companies sell products. Here’s what you should know about this incredibly effective sales trend.
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Consumer products with the most injuries in 2020
From swimming pools to the latest kitchen gadgets, products that enhance our lives can also be dangerous. BuyersGuide.org analyzed data from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s National Injury Information Clearinghouse (CPSC) to determine which consumer products are associated with the most injuries.
Continue ReadingBlair breaks record, No. 18 Texas A&M women win in rout
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Kayla Wells scored a season-high 25 points to lead No. 18 Texas A&M to an 88-43 rout of Texas Southern. Texas A&M coach Gary Blair collected his program-best 439th victory with the Aggies, surpassing Shelby Metcalf. Blair is third among active coaches and 12th in Division I with 847 wins.
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