In The News Week Ending January 31

After the merger with Kroger, the area Harris Teeter stores will still be called Harris Teeter.

The new science textbooks in Wake County's middle schools will be different because they are digital. This means that instead of physical books, the students will have access to electronic versions of the textbooks. This could potentially provide a more interactive and engaging learning experience for the students, as digital textbooks often include multimedia elements such as videos, animations, and interactive quizzes. Additionally, digital textbooks can be easily updated and customized, allowing for more flexibility in the curriculum.

The correct answer is "Cut expenses." This means that Parliament has requested Queen Elizabeth II to reduce or decrease her spending. This could be in relation to the funds allocated for the monarchy or the royal household. It suggests that there may be concerns about the amount of money being spent and a desire for the Queen to make cost-saving measures.

Russell Wilson's connection to Raleigh is that he played football for N.C. State. This suggests that he attended the university and was a member of their football team.

Monarch butterflies have seen a dramatic decrease in recent years, with their habitat covering only 1.65 acres west of Mexico City. This is a significant decline compared to 2.93 acres last year and 44.5 acres in 1995. The decrease in their habitat size highlights the alarming decline in the population of monarch butterflies.

Federal officials have announced the seizure of more than $21.6 million worth of counterfeit NFL memorabilia. This suggests that the correct answer is NFL memorabilia.

The latest news about the popular video game franchise "Gears of War" is that it has been bought by Microsoft.

Beijing's celebration of the Lunar New Year was somewhat quieter this year due to a fireworks ban. This means that people were not allowed to set off fireworks during the festivities, which are traditionally a major part of the celebration. The ban could have been implemented for safety reasons or to reduce air pollution in the city. As a result, the usual noise and spectacle of fireworks were absent, leading to a quieter celebration.

Pete Seeger, a renowned folk singer, is widely recognized for his contribution to popularizing the banjo. Throughout his career, Seeger played the banjo and incorporated it into his performances, making it a prominent instrument in the folk music genre. He was influential in introducing the banjo to a wider audience and inspiring many musicians to embrace its unique sound and style.

The use of antibiotics in animal feed has caused a risk of infection for humans. This is because when animals are given antibiotics, it can lead to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in their systems. These bacteria can then be transmitted to humans through the consumption of contaminated meat or other animal products. This poses a risk to human health as these antibiotic-resistant bacteria may be difficult to treat with conventional antibiotics, leading to an increased risk of infection.