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A pedestrian walks along the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Boylston Street in April 2014. Of the 160 companies near the explosions that submitted claims for property damage or business losses, nearly 14 percent had coverage for terrorism.

Commercial Buildings More Often Than Not Have Terrorism Insurance

The Inland Regional Center in San Bernardino, where a terrorist couple killed 14 people, is covered by terrorism insurance. In fact, 6 in 10 major U.S. businesses are insured for terrorism damage.

Summer Seems To Be Arriving Late In Western Washington; Call It 'Januly'

Expect the cool, cloudy skies and rain to continue this weekend. KPLU weather expert Cliff Mass says the unseasonable weather is so extreme this year,…

Peanuts and straight peanut butter are a choking hazard for infants, doctors say, but a bit of watered-down puree of peanut butter, starting at around 6-months-old, can help prevent peanut allergies.

Hey, Baby, Meet Peanuts: How And When To Safely Introduce The Food

Giving infants peanut puree as one of their first solid foods can help prevent peanut allergies, research has shown. To do that safely, start early — and only after checking with your doctor.

The countries with the tallest and shortest 18-year-old men and women in the world, according to a new study<em></em>.

Americans Are Shrinking, While Chinese And Koreans Sprout Up

A massive study looks at how heights around the world have changed over the past century.

For Democrats, The Weak GDP Report May Have Silver Linings. Maybe.

At first glance, Friday's report on economic growth looked dismal. But most of the GDP trouble centered on weak inventory accumulation this spring. As companies restock this fall, growth may rebound.

North Carolina's Isaiah Hicks (4) dunks during the first half of the NCAA Final Four tournament college basketball semifinal game against Syracuse, Saturday, April 2, in Houston.

North Carolina Beats Syracuse To Advance To NCAA Final

In their quest for a sixth title, the Tar Heels handily defeated the Orange, 83-66. North Carolina moves on to face Villanova, playing for their second championship, on Monday night.

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