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With a massive ark and museum, he spreads creationism a century after Scopes trial. He’s not alone

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wpln.org – Tony Gonzalez – 2025-05-25 04:08:00

SUMMARY: The Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky, is a massive, literal replica of Noah’s Ark, built to promote a young-Earth creationist view that the biblical flood story is historically true. Founded by Ken Ham and his organization Answers in Genesis, the theme park and the Creation Museum argue against mainstream science, advocating for a 6,000-year-old Earth and biblical creationism. Despite widespread scientific consensus supporting evolution and an ancient Earth, polls show a significant portion of Americans still support creationist beliefs. The project is part of a broader cultural and religious effort to defend biblical literalism amid ongoing debates over science education and religious freedom.

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Morning Weather (5/25): Clouds increase with scattered showers and storms by afternoon

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www.youtube.com – WBIR Channel 10 – 2025-05-25 06:36:55

SUMMARY: Morning Weather (5/25): Clouds will increase with scattered showers and storms developing by the afternoon. Rain chances remain elevated over the next several days but won’t mean continuous rain—60% chance means rain could occur at some point during the day. Expect scattered showers late afternoon through evening today and Monday, with more widespread rain developing Monday afternoon and evening. Tuesday is forecasted to be the wettest day, with consistent rainfall across the region. A warming trend begins Wednesday, along with increasing humidity. The unsettled, active weather pattern continues into next week, with no current severe weather risk, but updates are advised.

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Here is your morning weather forecast for Sunday, May 25.

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Smooth travels reported at BNA for Memorial Day

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www.youtube.com – WKRN News 2 – 2025-05-24 17:54:31

SUMMARY: Memorial Day weekend travel at Nashville International Airport (BNA) is running smoothly, with security wait times around 15 to 20 minutes. Passengers report an easy experience, and arriving a couple of hours early is advised. While airports expect a 2% rise in air travelers this holiday—projected at 3.61 million—most people, about 87%, are choosing road trips according to AAA. This year’s air travel is also forecasted to exceed pre-pandemic levels by 12%. Despite busier roads, the airport experience remains manageable and comparable to a typical travel day. Reporter Audrey Mayer covers the scene at BNA.

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It’s one of the busiest travel times of the year as people head out for Memorial Day weekend.

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Morning Weather (5/24): Increasing clouds with few spotty showers

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www.youtube.com – WBIR Channel 10 – 2025-05-24 06:11:36

SUMMARY: Temperatures remain cooler than average, with highs around 81 degrees, continuing through next week. After several dry and pleasant days, the weather is shifting toward a soggier pattern. Spotty showers may occur today mainly south of I-40, though many areas will stay dry, making outdoor activities feasible. Increasing cloud cover and moisture will bring more widespread showers and storms Sunday through Monday, with no severe weather threats currently expected. Lightning remains a hazard, so outdoor plans should allow for quick shelter. This wet pattern is expected to persist into mid-next week, marking a soggy end to May.

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Here is your morning weather forecast for Saturday, May 24.

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