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These are some of the hottest bedroom design trends of 2023

From vintage furniture to tossing out the televisions, a lot of new trends are making their way into the bedroom for 2023.

4 kitchen design trends that will dominate 2023, experts say

While you probably won’t be ripping out your entire kitchen just to stay on top of trends, they can certainly provide some inspiration if you were already planning a renovation.

Feds try to improve fishing data with new monitoring rules

Changes to U.S. rules about the monitoring of Northeast commercial fishing activities are going into effect this month with a goal of providing more accurate information about some of the nation's oldest fisheries.

In Pakistan, trans men search for inclusion, visibility

Transgender people are considered outcasts by many in Pakistan, despite some progress with a law protecting their rights and court rulings that allow them to choose a gender that is neither male nor female. But the struggle for acceptance and inclusion is harder for Pakistan’s trans men.

AI tools can create new images, but who is the real artist?

Artificial intelligence systems are training themselves on a vast collection of digitized artworks to produce new images that can be conjured in seconds from a smartphone app. But some living artists and photographers are fighting back.

How scientists trained computers to forecast COVID-19 outbreaks

Imagine a time when your virus-blocking face covering is like an umbrella. Most days, it stays in your closet or is stowed somewhere in your car. But when a COVID-19 outbreak is in the forecast, you can put it to use. A group of would-be forecasters says it’s got the makings for such a system.

Schools face pressure to take harder line on discipline

As kids' behavior reaches crisis points after the stress and isolation of pandemic shutdowns, many schools are facing pressure from critics to rethink their approaches to discipline — including policies intended to reduce suspensions and expulsions.

Biden's next climate hurdle: Enticing Americans to buy green

President Joe Biden persuaded Democrats in Congress to provide hundreds of billions of dollars to fight climate change. Now comes another formidable task: enticing Americans to buy millions of electric cars, heat pumps, solar panels and more efficient appliances.

Flavored cannabis marketing criticized for targeting kids

Health advocates chided the tobacco industry for marketing harmful products to children. At cannabis shops, similar concerns are growing.

New treatment for diabetic cats: one pill a day

A new pill aims to make it easier to treat diabetic cats without insulin shots twice a day. The drug is the first oral treatment for feline diabetes approved by the Food and Drug Administration.

Gyms that survived pandemic steadily get back in shape

After surviving the worst of the pandemic, the nation's gyms and fitness centers have made a comeback, often using tricks learned during the downturn to lure back customers.

After a pandemic-related surge, behavioral telehealth is losing momentum

Patients and politicians hailed telemedicine at the beginning of the pandemic — first for its safety but also for its increased convenience and potential to extend care to rural areas and neighborhoods without specialists — but hints of skepticism are creeping in.

Being healthy is about more than just eating right. Here are some tips for managing 'cluster behaviors'

People who follow a healthy lifestyle do more than just manage their diet and make good food choices.

Looking back at this winter’s Buffalo blizzard | Across the Sky podcast

A veteran meteorologist talks about the recent blizzard and why 47 fatalities occurred despite the accurate forecasts.

GOP investigations of Biden to test Chairman Comer's power

Rep. James Comer has a balancing act ahead of him as the new chairman of the powerful House Oversight and Accountability Committee, which has already signaled many investigations of the Biden administration and family are on the way.

How do you vaccinate a honeybee? 6 questions answered about a new tool for protecting pollinators

A vaccine for bees may evoke images of teeny hypodermic needles, but this product works in a sophisticated way that reflects the social structure of honeybee colonies.

NASA to hunt for aliens using new ‘cutting-edge’ laser technology, researchers say

A newly developed laser instrument will help NASA scour distant planets and moons for signs of alien life, researchers say.

California budget would cut some money for flood protection

Multiple flood protection projects in California are on hold because Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed to cut their funding.

State lawmakers propose power grid protections after attacks

Lawmakers in at least two states that have seen recent attacks to electrical infrastructure are proposing new legislation to improve security around substations and increase the penalties for damaging utility equipment.

Oath Keepers Founder Stewart Rhodes’ Path: From Yale To Jail

Four Oath Keepers convicted of Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy

The verdict comes weeks after a different jury convicted two leaders of the extremist group in the mob’s attack that halted the certification of President Joe Biden’s electoral victory.

Moving species emerges as last resort as climate warms

Moving species to save them — once considered taboo — is quickly gaining traction as climate change upends habitats.

New Mexico judge orders suspect held without bond in shootings at homes of Democratic elected officials

A political newcomer who lost his bid for the New Mexico Statehouse and is accused of orchestrating a series of drive-by shootings at the homes of Democratic officials will remain behind bars pending trial.

Bosnian war survivors share survival tips with Ukraine

Residents of an eastern Bosnian town that survived a brutal siege during the country’s 1992-95 interethnic war jumped at a recent opportunity to join an EU-facilitated effort to help Ukraine generate power amid Russia’s brutal attacks against its energy infrastructure.

Firefighters save house from burning near Riverside State Park

SPOKANE, Wash. -- A house was saved from burning down after an outbuilding nearby caught fire Monday morning in an area between Airway Heights and Spokane, south of Riverside State Park. Fire crews from Spokane and Airway Heights were…

Man killed in rollover crash near Fish Lake Regional Park in Cheney

CHENEY, Wash. — The Spokane County Sheriff's Office is investigating what caused a driver to rollover and crash into a tree near Cheney Saturday morning. Around 3 a.m. Saturday morning, a Cheney police officer saw a Dodge Ram on its…

This week's new releases include Jennifer Lopez's return to rom-com, 'You People' and more

Also coming this week: Fresh albums from Sam Smith and Elle King, Natasha Lyonne as a friendly drifter in "Poker Face," and "Accused" on Fox.

Bulldogs drop to 14 in AP rankings

SPOKANE, WA -- Consequences for Gonzaga as they fall to 14 in the latest AP Top 25 Poll. It's a tumble of 8 places for the Zags who were ranked 6 before losing a heartbreaker to unranked LMU Thursday. This…

Trump's MAGA forces threaten to upend vote for Republican chair

By week's end, the Republican National Committee is set to resolve a bitter leadership feud that has exposed perilous divisions within a party that has struggled to move past a disappointing midterm ahead of a critical race for the White House.

Obnoxiously loud car? A traffic camera might be listening

New York City's latest weapon in its fight against street noise is a traffic camera equipped with a sound meter.

Hall of Fame 2023: Discussing and disclosing votes for Cooperstown | Best Podcast in Baseball

Who should join the Class of 2023? How will PEDs factor into voting? Those topics and more in advance of Tuesday's announcement.

Cloudy and Cool for Today and Tuesday- Mark

SPOKANE, Wash. — Clouds with possible freezing fog and some morning flurries. Clouds and cold move in through Thursday with highs of 32 and lows in the 20's. Friday we…

The 25 Most Popular Cat Breeds In The Us

New pill treats diabetic cats without daily insulin shots

The drug is the first oral treatment for feline diabetes approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Here's what to know.

Lawmakers seek to bar insurrectionists from holding office

Democratic lawmakers in a handful of states are trying to send a message two years after the violent attack on the U.S. Capito, saying people who engage in an attempted overthrow of the government shouldn’t be allowed to run it.

Is tipping getting out of control? Many consumers say yes

Across the country, there’s a silent frustration brewing over the ever-presence of tipping.

Fire crew rescues 70 dogs and cats from burning home in California

Fire crews in a California county were faced with an unexpected challenge when they had to rescue 70 dogs and several cats from a house fire.

As Haitian gangs expand control, cop's family is left shaken

One of Haiti’s nearly 200 gangs ambushed a police unit, sending gunfire echoing through the streets in Port-Au-Prince. The firefight left three officers dead, one wounded and another missing.

Arkansas governor's Latinx ban wades into community's generational rift

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders is tapping into a debate that has sharply divided Latinos with her decision to ban most state agencies from using the gender neutral term Latinx.

How added sugar is skewing US nutrition

Added sugars contribute to several health concerns, chief among them obesity, which remains an urgent problem in the United States.

4 expenses for parents to reevaluate in 2023

Parents who often look forward to sizable tax refunds may end up with a noticeable reduction, but there can be ways to save on health insurance plans and child care.

Motive unclear in California shooting; remembering Lisa Marie Presley; NFL highlights; 'Avatar' remains No. 1 | Hot off the Wire podcast

Get the latest on a deadly California shooting, a funeral service at Graceland, Sunday's sports highlights and box office results on our daily news podcast.

The new tax law: What you need to know now

Tax season changes you need to know about in 2023

SPOKANE, Wash. --- On Monday, January 23, the IRS begins accepting and processing 2022 tax returns. But before you rush to get your filing done, there are some important changes this tax season…

Clouds, fog , flurries and cooler - Mark

Clouds with possible freezing fog and some morning flurries. Clouds and cold through Thursday with highs of 32 and lows in the 20's. Friday, light snow, and then a colder weekend.

The gunman is dead -- but motive still unknown -- after Monterey Park massacre leaves 10 slain and a city reeling during Lunar New Year celebrations

Investigators in Monterey Park, California, are still searching for the motive of a 72-year-old gunman…

Spokane woman charged with domestic terrorism amidst Atlanta protests

ATLANTA, Georgia -- A Spokane woman is facing domestic terrorism charges in relation to protests that erupted in Atlanta on Sunday evening. 22-year-old Madeleine Feola was one of six demonstrators who were arrested after allegedly wreaking havoc during a protest,…