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No, NASA did not say the main cause of tidal flooding in 2030s will be the moon’s ‘wobble’

Environment

No, NASA did not say the main cause of tidal flooding in 2030s will be the moon’s ‘wobble’

Science

Yes, genetically modified mosquitoes do exist, but they don’t bite and aren’t harmful to humans

Oxitec says its genetically modified mosquitoes are safe for humans and the environments in which they're being released.
Science

No, Branson, Bezos and their crews aren’t the first space tourists in history

While experts say the flights by Branson and Bezos are ushering in a new era of space tourism, the billionaires are not the first space tourists.
Weather

Yes, extreme heat influenced by climate change is killing sea life

The heat dome in the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia is the latest example of an extreme heat event leading to the deaths of marine animals.
Weather

Yes, aluminum foil can be used over windows to help keep homes cool

Emergency management agencies specifically recommend using aluminum foil-covered cardboard that goes between windows and drapes.
Coronavirus

No, studies do not show the COVID-19 vaccine causes fertility issues in men

Online users have posted that the COVID-19 vaccine could cause sterility in men, despite a recent study stating there isn’t evidence to support the claims.
Weather

Yes, your ceiling fan should spin counterclockwise if you want to feel cooler

With summer in full swing, spinning your ceiling fan in the right direction can help you feel cooler and potentially save you money.
Health

Yes, eating poppy seeds can lead to a positive drug test

Several government agencies have recognized that the consumption of poppy seeds could lead to urine samples that result in a positive drug test.
Sports

Yes, it’s against MLB’s rules to put Spider Tack on a baseball

Pitchers aren’t allowed to put any foreign substance directly on the baseball and rosin is the only substance they can put on their hand.
Olympics

A US runner claims a pork burrito caused a positive drug test. Research shows that’s possible but unlikely

Shelby Houlihan was suspended for four years after testing positive for the banned substance nandrolone.
Government

No, the U.S. Senate isn’t trying to give Blue Origin a 'bailout'

The Senate wants to give NASA additional money to maintain goals for a program that relies on private companies. Blue Origin is just one of those companies.
Pop Culture

Yes, there is a spike in interest in 1983 song 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' whenever there’s a solar eclipse

Bonnie Tyler’s song reaches its peak in online interest during the actual times the eclipse is visible.

Longhorn Barbecue sends meals to crews combating wildfire across the Inland Northwest

'We are a little handcuffed': Eastern Washington law enforcement concerned about police reforms

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Americans seek more swimming medals on Day 3 of Tokyo Games

Gymnastics team, tired of 'sexualization,' wears unitards

Longhorn Barbecue sends meals to crews combating wildfire across the Inland Northwest

Longhorn Barbecue employees create meals for firefighters

Spokane's Leading Local News: Weather, Traffic, Sports and more | Spokane, Washington | KREM.com

No, NASA did not say the main cause of tidal flooding in 2030s will be the moon’s ‘wobble’

Yes, genetically modified mosquitoes do exist, but they don’t bite and aren’t harmful to humans

No, Branson, Bezos and their crews aren’t the first space tourists in history

Yes, extreme heat influenced by climate change is killing sea life

Yes, aluminum foil can be used over windows to help keep homes cool

No, studies do not show the COVID-19 vaccine causes fertility issues in men

Yes, your ceiling fan should spin counterclockwise if you want to feel cooler

Yes, eating poppy seeds can lead to a positive drug test

Yes, it’s against MLB’s rules to put Spider Tack on a baseball

A US runner claims a pork burrito caused a positive drug test. Research shows that’s possible but unlikely

No, the U.S. Senate isn’t trying to give Blue Origin a 'bailout'

Yes, there is a spike in interest in 1983 song 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' whenever there’s a solar eclipse

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