Guinea-Bissau has seen many power grabs over the years. The latest one happened in November 2025. Army officers said they took control from President Umaro Sissoco Embalo. This was just before election results were to be announced. The country has a long history of instability. The first big power grab happened in 1980. Prime Minister Joao Bernardo Vieira took contr...
In a significant turn of events, Spain's highest court has decided to detain former Transport Minister Jose Luis Abalos without bail. This move comes as part of an ongoing investigation into a corruption case that has been making waves in the country's political scene. The court's decision was based on concerns that Abalos, a key figure in the ruling Socialist Party...
Basketball fever is kicking off early in Colorado high schools. The state's activities association has just dropped its preseason rankings, and local teams are making some noise. Let's talk boys' basketball first. Sanford is sitting pretty at number two in Class 2A. Not too far behind, Centauri is holding down the seventh spot in Class 3A. And in Class 1A, Sierra Gr...
The Texas Rangers have made a big move, trading Marcus Semien to the New York Mets. This trade is part of a bigger plan to change things up. The Rangers also let go of some other key players, like Adolis García and Jonah Heim. Semien, who is 35, was a big part of the Rangers for four seasons. He signed a huge contract and won some major awards. But his performance dr...
North Carolina is feeling the heat from a recent Border Patrol operation. The agents' focus on Charlotte, with brief stops in Raleigh and Durham, has sparked a mix of reactions. People are divided. Some folks, like Ami-Luise Badger, an independent who usually sides with Democrats, are not happy. They stood outside a Home Depot in Charlotte, protesting the agents. Sh...
The Southern Peaks League recently recognized some outstanding volleyball players from the San Luis Valley. In the Class 2A division, Sanford High School took the spotlight with five athletes making the cut. Bella Peterson and Avery Koenig earned first-team spots, while Claire Crowther and Brinlyn Smith were second-team picks. Rose Schwartz received an honorable ment...
Cleto Escobedo, a talented saxophonist, passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy of music and laughter. His journey began in Las Vegas, where he and his best friend, Jimmy Kimmel, shared a love for comedy and pranks. They grew up watching David Letterman, and their shared humor laid the foundation for a lifelong friendship. Escobedo's musical talent was evident...
California is bracing for a significant weather event. A powerful atmospheric river is heading towards the state, starting in the north on November 12 and moving south the following day. This weather pattern could bring heavy rain, thunderstorms, and potential flooding to coastal areas. The recent King Tides have already caused flooding issues along the central and ...
Cleto Escobedo III, a talented saxophonist, left a mark on the music world and television screens. He was the heart of the house band on Jimmy Kimmel Live! for nearly two decades. His bond with Jimmy Kimmel started way back in their childhood days in Las Vegas. This friendship turned into a professional partnership that many dreamed of but few achieved. Born in Las ...
Major League Baseball (MLB) has taken a significant step to address concerns about the integrity of the game. They have decided to limit bets on individual pitches to $200 and ban them from parlays. This move comes after two Cleveland Guardians pitchers were accused of rigging pitches for gamblers. The decision was made in collaboration with major sportsbooks, cover...