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Jan 19 2026LIFESTYLE

Lubbock's Week in Review: Sports, Food, and Community

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

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Jan 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Bob Weir's Legacy Lives On

Bob Weir, the iconic guitarist and co-founder of the Grateful Dead, was honored by thousands of fans in San Francisco. The event took place at the Civic Center, where people gathered to celebrate his life and music. The atmosphere was filled with love and gratitude, as fans shared their memories and

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Somali Businesses Feel the Heat

In the heart of Minneapolis, a usually bustling hub of Somali businesses now echoes with silence. Karmel Mall, home to over a hundred shops, is seeing fewer customers and more closed signs. The reason? Fear. Fear of immigration raids, fear of being targeted, and fear of the unknown. The Somali comm

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Jan 18 2026WEATHER

New York City Braces for a Snowy Weekend

New York City is gearing up for a snowy weekend. A light dusting of snow hit the city on Saturday. Some areas might see up to an inch of snow before it clears up later in the day. But this is just the beginning. A bigger storm is on its way. It's expected to arrive on Sunday afternoon. This storm c

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Jan 18 2026WEATHER

Deadly Slides: Recent Avalanches Claim Lives in the Austrian Alps

The Austrian Alps have seen a tragic spike in avalanche-related deaths recently. Eight skiers lost their lives in just one day due to three separate avalanches. This grim event occurred shortly after a heavy snowfall, which significantly increased the risk of avalanches in the region. These recent

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Ukraine and Russia Trade Blows in Ongoing Energy War

Ukraine and Russia are locked in a battle over energy, with both sides striking power infrastructure. In southern Ukraine, areas under Russian control faced blackouts after Ukrainian drone attacks. Yevgeny Balitsky, the Russia-installed governor, reported that over 200, 000 homes lost power due to d

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Trump Takes Aim at Old Friend with Legal Threat

Donald Trump recently took to social media to express his frustration with Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase. Trump claimed that a Wall Street Journal article falsely stated he had offered Dimon a job as the Federal Reserve Chairman. He denied this claim and announced plans to sue JPMorgan Chas

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Big Names, Bigger Issues: The Davos Meeting of Minds

The World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, is back for its 56th edition. This time, it's not just about fancy suits and handshakes. The world's top leaders, business bigwigs, and influential figures from all walks of life are gathering to tackle some serious global challenges.

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Jan 18 2026BUSINESS

A Veteran Game Creator Takes on Ubisoft

Marc-Alexis Côté, a long-time leader at Ubisoft, is taking legal action against the company. He claims he was forced out of his role as head of the Assassin’s Creed franchise. Côté worked at Ubisoft for 20 years and led Assassin’s Creed since 2022. He says he was demoted and then pushed out of the c

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Minnesota Braces for Potential Military Involvement Amid Protests

Minnesota is on high alert as the Pentagon puts 1, 500 soldiers on standby, ready to step in if needed. This move comes as the state's National Guard is also preparing to assist local authorities. The soldiers, part of the Alaska-based 11th Airborne Division, could be called upon for crowd control o

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