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Bloomington community comes together to save local toy shop

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (July 9, 2015) – A community is coming together to keep a Bloomington toy store open. “It is a community effort to help Harold and Rosie,” explained neighbor Jansen Yoder with Blue Line Media Productions. Harold and Rosie Evans … Continue reading

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ISRO readies rocket for year’s first commercial launch

An Indian rocket standing 44.4 metres tall and weighing around 320 tonnes is being readied for the country’s first commercial satellite launch of 2015. The rocket will carry five British satellites together weighing around 1,440 kg, said a senior official … Continue reading

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Model plane pilots relive glory days at flying club

Model plane pilots relive glory days at flying club(Photo: WTSP) Chris Holmes’ biggest decision each day is which plane to bring with him to his favorite runway. “I just keep collecting them,” said Holmes, who has 20 remote controlled planes. … Continue reading

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Asus Chromebook Flip Review: Who Said You Can’t Be Classy and Cheap?

There’s never been a better time to buy a cheap laptop. For $250, you can buy a Windows laptop that actually doesn’t suck. And for $300, well—you’ll be able to buy this amazing new transforming Asus Chromebook. What Is It? … Continue reading

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Ogden ALC activates 570th AMXS

HILL AIR FORCE BASE — In a ceremony surrounded by four of the newest fighter aircraft in the Department of Defense fleet, the 570th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron was activated June 10. Greg Hoffman, squadron director, formally received the unit flag … Continue reading

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By Design: Audi Prologue Concept

1. These slit-like headlamps are a new element, presumably something we’ll see more and more as new lighting technologies mature. 2. This bump-up in the hood contributes nothing to the design, is presumably there to stiffen the broad, flattish panel. … Continue reading

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Piper Cub Fly-In returns this weekend

For the 31st consecutive year, dozens of World War II-era airplanes are expected to arrive at the Lompoc Airport over the next two days to take part in one of the largest and longest-running events of its kind. The annual … Continue reading

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