Maine is at a crossroads. The state's future hinges on tackling complex issues like climate change, public health crises, and economic shifts. To navigate these challenges, Maine needs a leader who understands science and can make decisions based on evidence. Dr. Nirav Shah, a former CDC director, i
The gap between the super-rich and everyone else is growing wider than ever. In 2025, the wealth of billionaires around the world shot up by 16%, reaching a staggering $18. 3 trillion. This is not just a small increase; it's a massive jump that has happened three times faster than in recent years.
The Toronto Maple Leafs and Winnipeg Jets might be cooking up a trade deal before the season's trade deadline. Why? The Leafs need to beef up their defense, and the Jets are having a rough season. The Jets are currently sitting near the bottom of the Western Conference with a 19-22-6 record. The Le
Russia is not looking for peace. Instead, they are making more weapons. Ukraine's top military leader, Oleksandr Syrskyi, said this in an interview. He shared that Russia is making 404 drones every day. But they want to make even more. Their goal is to make 1, 000 drones each day. This is a big incr
This week, Lubbock saw some exciting developments in sports, food, and local governance. First up, Bailey Maupin, a star player for the Texas Tech Lady Raiders, teamed up with Western Bank through an NIL deal. What makes this partnership special is their shared roots in Gruver, a small Panhandle tow
The U. S. is making a bold move to gain control of Greenland, saying it's necessary because Europe is not strong enough to handle global challenges. This idea comes from Scott Bessent, a top official in the U. S. government, who spoke about it on a popular TV show. He believes that having Greenland
Bruce Springsteen took the stage at the Light of Day WinterFest event in Red Bank. He didn't just perform. He made a strong statement. He dedicated his song \"The Promised Land\" to Renee Nicole Good. He also spoke out against ICE's actions. Springsteen shared the stage with Joe Grushecky & the Hou
Big US drug companies are pushing Europe to raise their drug prices. They say they might stop sending new medicines to Europe if they don't get what they want. Pfizer's boss, Albert Bourla, said they will stop supplying France if they don't raise their prices. He said they can't accept lower prices
Sean McDermott, the coach of the Buffalo Bills, was not happy with a big call made during a playoff game. After the game, he spoke to a reporter from the team plane. He said the call was wrong. He watched the play many times and believed his team should have won. McDermott said the NFL made a mista
SNL's latest cold open took aim at President Donald Trump's unusual connection to the Nobel Peace Prize. The show also highlighted the U. S. military's actions in Venezuela and the controversial ICE shooting in Minneapolis. The skit featured a mock news conference and cabinet meeting, filled with ex
