ING

Jan 31 2025BUSINESS

Big Wins for Big Pharma: Novartis Bounces Back

In the fourth quarter of 2024, a big Swiss drug maker, Novartis, beat expectations but missed its own yearly goals. It announced a huge 16% jump in net sales. That's $13. 2 billion, way more than the estimated $12. 795 billion. The company's adjusted core operating income also surpassed expectation

reading time less than a minute
Jan 31 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Movie Magic: The Hollywood Stars Who Voiced Your Beloved Ghibli Characters

It is popular knowledge that Studio Ghibli films have always been praised for their excellent voice acting. Both the original Japanese and English dubs have actors who bring characters to life with their performance. These films have a hidden treasure of Hollywood celebrities lending their iconic

reading time less than a minute
Jan 31 2025SPORTS

The Celtics Get a Big Boost.

The Celtics are slowly getting their groove back and fans can't wait. This team has had a roller coaster of a season so far. There have been moments of brilliance, and unfortunately, moments of frustration and inconsistency. At times, they've been as fierce as a lion, while other times, they’v

reading time less than a minute
Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Smoking and Couch Potatoes: Black adults in the USA fight health epidemic

Picture this: You are a regular user of a smartphone. It is a fact that more than half of America's Black adults suffer from health problems. Tobacco and obesity are the main culprits. The good news is that these health problems can be tackled. A new approach is on the scene using smart phones and

reading time less than a minute
Jan 31 2025TECHNOLOGY

Modern 3D Technology in Dentistry

The dental world is always looking for better ways to deal with challenges. One big issue is getting accurate digital copies of teeth for making fixed restorations on many implants. This is especially tough when dealing with full-arch cases where all teeth are missing. A new approach is making waves

reading time less than a minute
Jan 31 2025CRIME

Lubbock Cops Go Digital: E-Tickets on the Horizon!

In a first for Lubbock residents, police officers will soon be equipped with a new tool to enforce highway rules. This new technology is called e-citations! Officers will be able to issue traffic tickets digitally. This digital system is set to launch at the start of this week. It's called

reading time less than a minute
Jan 31 2025TECHNOLOGY

Disney and ESPN team up with a tech veteran

A big change is happening in the Disney and ESPN world. Disney Entertainment and ESPN have welcomed Andre Rohe to play a huge role in their technology group. Rohe is a big deal in the tech world so let's break down what this means. With over 20 years of experience, he has led some major te

reading time less than a minute
Jan 31 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Grand New Visionary for AMC's Movie Line-Up

AMC Theaters' movie strategy is getting a shake-up, and Nikkole Denson-Randolph is set to lead the charge. For over a decade she has been with AMC Theaters in different roles from the ground to senior vice president of content strategy. This won't be an easy move for AMC. Though this is imp

reading time less than a minute
Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Dentists: Detecting Drug Use

Dentists hold a unique position in public health. Due to their regular interaction with patients, they have the opportunity to spot signs of health issues beyond the teeth. Drug use, including psychoactive substances, can have some serious effects on the mouth. Dentists might be the first to notice

reading time less than a minute
Jan 31 2025POLITICS

Political Pointing at Plane Tragedy

The country was still reeling from a horrible plane crash that killed 67 people. The U. S. Army chopper and a commercial airliner had collided mid-air. Trump was quick to point out diversity initiatives as the villain. He blamed the deaths on the policy during the press conference. This was all

reading time less than a minute