In recent months, the private credit market has faced a series of shocks that reveal deep cracks in its foundation. The first blow came in September when two auto‑parts and auto‑lending firms, First Brands Group and Tricolor Holdings, both filed for bankruptcy. Their failures highlighted how much pr
A lively science competition finished Saturday night, with Lubbock High School’s team taking the top spot in a regional contest held at AmTech Career Academy. The event, backed by PanTeXas Deterrance, LLC. , ran until about 6:30 p. m. and featured challenging questions that match college‑level diffi
The day brings a mix of celebrated actors, musicians and historic figures. George Thorogood, the rock singer known for his blues‑rock style, turns 76. He once played semi‑pro baseball before music took over his life. Actor Bonnie Somerville, famous for her TV roles, marks 52 years on this date
Finding happiness doesn’t always mean big events or grand celebrations. People often overlook the small chances to smile that appear in daily life. When we pause and notice these moments, our outlook can shift from routine to bright. Consider a morning coffee that tastes just right or a frien
The first Cruisin’ the Day for United Way turned River Parishes Community College’s parking lot into a lively showcase of classic cars, food stalls and fundraising activities. Over 150 vehicles—from Mustangs to Studebakers—lined up for judged contests, while twenty craft and food vendors offered tas
Jill Basinger has moved to Stris & Maher LLP, where she will head the Media, Entertainment and Sports Litigation team out of Los Angeles. She plans to use the firm’s national reach to help clients across the country. Before this, Jill spent more than ten years at Glaser Weil LLP as a partner. She h
Russell Wilson’s time with the Giants was brief, ending after about three weeks when Jaxson Dart took over. Yet even as he heads into free agency, Wilson is showing that his ambitions stretch far beyond football. He just announced a partnership with HQ Hotels & Residences, the luxury hotel chain f
The head of state told the country’s main security agency to tighten protection around power plants, pipelines and transport routes because of recent attacks that he says were helped by foreign spies. He made the remarks on the fourth year of the conflict, warning that those who push Moscow too f
Mexico faces a growing health challenge: more than 40 % of its teenagers are now overweight or obese, and the number has climbed from about 17. 6 % to 18. 1 % between 2020 and 2023. One major factor is the surge in screen time that began during the COVID‑19 lockdowns. Kids gained early and easier
People often turn to over‑the‑counter painkillers like ibuprofen or naproxen when they feel discomfort. Yet, for a notable number of Americans, these common medicines can trigger allergic‑like reactions that force them to stop using the drugs and worry about their health. The study examined how t
