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2 days ago | applevalleynewsnow.com | Jade Walker

(CNN) — In recent years, corals across the world have been hit by mass bleaching events due to record-high ocean temperatures. Since corals support one-quarter of all marine life, reduce storm surge and protect against erosion, it’s important for humans to help them survive and thrive. So, researchers are looking for “super corals” — species that are more resilient to environmental changes — and seeding them along the Great Barrier Reef.

2 days ago | applevalleynewsnow.com | Jade Walker

(CNN) — American hospitals and utilities are on alert for the possibility of cyberattacks following the US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites last weekend. So far, there haven’t been any new breaches, but hackers linked to Iran have reportedly been talking openly online about retaliation, one cybersecurity expert said. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day. 1.

3 days ago | applevalleynewsnow.com | Stacy Lee

Your Weather Outlook: Today through TuesdaySummer's warmth is settling in, and today is the toastiest of the bunch! Expect highs in the 80s and 90s across central Oregon and the Columbia Basin. If you're headed out, grab the sunscreen and hydrate—it’s dry out there, with relative humidity (RH) dipping into the teens this afternoon. These dry, warm conditions are pushing the Heat Risk to a moderate level (2 out of 4) in the Columbia Basin today, though nothing critical is expected just yet.

4 days ago | applevalleynewsnow.com | Jade Walker

(CNN) — When the weather maps are colored in bright yellow, orange and red, you just know it’s going to be a scorcher. To avoid overheating on a hot summer day, here are 14 ways to stay cool — even without air conditioning. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day. 1.

4 days ago | applevalleynewsnow.com | Stacy Lee

Today through Wednesday:Warm and dry weather continues, with highs in the 80s to low 90s, then cooling slightly by Wednesday. A few light showers are possible over the Washington Cascades, but most areas stay dry. Breezy winds pick up Tuesday night through Wednesday, especially in the Cascade Gaps and Columbia River Gorge. Thursday through Monday:Mainly dry and sunny, with a brief chance of light showers Thursday near the WA Cascades.