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Jan 27 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Speak Up: Billie Eilish and Others Challenge ICE Actions

Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas have called out fellow celebrities for staying quiet after ICE officers shot and killed Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse in Minneapolis. Pretti had a permit for his gun, but ICE officers shot him during an enforcement operation. This isn't the first time ICE has been i

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Jan 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Blizzard's Big Plans for 2026: What's Next for Their Games?

Big things are happening at Blizzard Entertainment! They just spilled the beans on a bunch of exciting events coming up in the next two weeks. This is all part of their big celebration for turning 35 years old. First up, they're kicking things off with a World of Warcraft showcase. This is where th

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Jan 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Highguard: A Unique Blend of Gameplay Styles

Highguard, the new free-to-play PvP 'raid shooter, ' has taken the gaming world by storm. Developed by Wildlight Entertainment, a studio formed by former Titanfall 2 and Apex Legends developers, Highguard offers a fresh twist on the first-person shooter genre. The game is set in a 3v3 format, where

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Jan 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Big Gaming News: Blizzard and Dragon Ball Drop Major Updates

Blizzard Entertainment is gearing up for a big year. They just shared their plans for a 2026 showcase, which will be a series of live streams packed with big news about their most popular games. Think "World of Warcraft, " "Overwatch, " "Hearthstone, " and "Diablo. " These streams will run from late

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Jan 27 2026HEALTH

Money for Health: A Brief Halt in Funds

In a quick turn of events, the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) unfroze over $5 billion in public health grants after just one day. This money, managed by the CDC, supports health departments across the country, including all 50 states, Washington, D. C. , and three national group

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Jan 27 2026EDUCATION

Idaho Universities in Hot Water Over DEI Law

In Idaho, a heated debate is unfolding over a new law that aims to limit diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) courses in higher education. The law, enacted in April and effective since July, prohibits universities from mandating DEI courses that are not directly related to a student's field of stu

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Jan 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

UB Takes the Lead in AI Innovation

UB has taken a significant step forward in the world of artificial intelligence. They have appointed a new leader for their AI institute. This move is part of their plan to become a big player in the tech world. The new leader brings a wealth of experience to the table. They have worked on many imp

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Jan 27 2026BUSINESS

Charlotte's Legal Scene Grows as Big Names Move In

Charlotte, North Carolina, is becoming a hotspot for law firms. Paul Hastings just opened a new office there. They brought in some big names from other firms. Danyeale Chung from Cadwalader and Holly Loftis, Aleks Kopec, and Mark Nesdill from Haynes Boone are now leading the team. Paul Hastings exp

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Jan 27 2026OPINION

A Look at Democracy's Health as America Turns 250

America is about to hit a big milestone: 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was signed. This is a time to look back at how far the country has come and what challenges it has faced. But it's also a time to think about whether the U. S. is still living up to its democratic values. Midte

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Jan 27 2026OPINION

Finding Common Ground on Anchorage's Housing Puzzle

In Anchorage, a group of neighbors recently came together to tackle the city's housing challenges. They met at North Star Elementary School, some walking, others biking, driving, or joining online. For two hours, they discussed housing, a topic that's been causing quite a stir in the city. Instead

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