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Jan 07 2026CRIME

Uvalde Officer's Trial Hits a Snag: What Happened?

The trial of a former Uvalde school police officer, Adrian Gonzales, took an unexpected turn. A teacher's testimony shook things up. She said she saw the shooter near where Gonzales was. This was different from what she told investigators before. The defense team was not happy. They said the teacher

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Jan 07 2026POLITICS

Yemen's Divided Front: A Clash of Allies

In Yemen, a rift has emerged among those fighting against the Houthi rebels. The Southern Transitional Council (STC), backed by the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has removed its leader, Aidarous al-Zubaidi, accusing him of treason. This move comes after al-Zubaidi refused to join talks in Saudi Arabia

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Jan 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Valve's 2026 Gaming Gear: What's New and What's Hype?

Valve, the company behind Steam, is gearing up for a big year in 2026. They're bringing back the Steam Machine, a gaming PC designed for your living room. This isn't their first try at this. The first Steam Machine didn't do well. But now, with the success of the Steam Deck, Valve might have a bette

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

A New Challenger in the Fight for Democracy

George Conway, a well-known lawyer and former Trump critic, has decided to run for Congress. He is aiming for the seat being left by Jerry Nadler in New York City. This move comes after many years of Conway speaking out against Trump and his policies. Conway's campaign video starts with scenes from

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Jan 06 2026SPORTS

Ole Miss Football: Big Moves and Bright Futures

Ole Miss is making some big moves on the football field. They just got Kewan Lacy, their star running back, to stay for another season. This is a huge deal because Lacy is one of the best in the country. He has over 1, 400 rushing yards, which is third in the nation. Keeping him is a big win for the

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Jan 06 2026CRIME

Justice Delayed in Uvalde: Officer's Trial Begins

A trial has started for a police officer accused of not protecting kids during the Uvalde school shooting. Many officers were there, but it took 77 minutes for them to stop the shooter. The officer on trial, Gonzales, is one of only two facing charges for not acting faster. His trial could last up t

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Jan 05 2026HEALTH

Heart Help Not Reaching All in Europe

In Europe, there's a big problem. Not everyone gets the same help for heart issues. This is especially true in the south. Even though there are new tools to help hearts work better, not everyone can use them. These tools are called LVADs. They stand for left ventricular assist devices. They help he

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Jan 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Stars Shine Bright at the Critics' Choice Awards 2026

The Critics' Choice Awards 2026 is here, and it's not just about the movies. It's about the stars, the fashion, and the excitement. This year's event is a big deal, with critics picking their favorites from a list of amazing films. The nominees for Best Picture are quite the lineup: "Bugonia, " "Fra

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Jan 04 2026LIFESTYLE

Louisiana's Carnival: A Feast of Fun and Tradition

Louisiana's Carnival season is a time of joy, tradition, and indulgence. It's a period that starts right after the New Year and goes until Fat Tuesday. This is a time when people in Louisiana and visitors from all over come together to celebrate. They enjoy big parades, fancy balls, and lots of deli

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Jan 04 2026EDUCATION

Why Religion Research Might Be Missing the Mark

The Arts & Humanities Citation Index (A&HCI) is a key tool for assessing research quality, especially in religion studies. However, it has some significant blind spots that could skew our understanding of the field. For starters, the number of religion-related records in the A&HCI has remained rela

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