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Jan 15 2026OPINION

Fighting Cancer and Debt: A Family's Journey

A family's life changed forever when their son, Nick, was diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer. At just 21 years old, Nick's battle with Diffuse Large B-Cell non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma was tough. The family's world turned upside down, not just from the emotional toll, but also from the overwhelmin

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Jan 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrating LGBTQ+ Stories: The 2026 Dorian Film Awards

The 2026 Dorian Film Awards, organized by GALECA, shine a spotlight on films that push boundaries and tell bold stories. This year, Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" leads with nine nominations, while Ryan Coogler's "Sinners" follows closely with eight. Both films are in the running

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Jan 14 2026CRIME

A Family's Plea for Justice After Tragic Loss

In a heartbreaking turn of events, the family of Monique and Spencer Tepe is grappling with the aftermath of a violent crime that took the lives of the young couple. The suspect, Dr. Michael McKee, is accused of shooting the Tepes in their Columbus home on December 30. McKee, who was once married to

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Jan 14 2026HEALTH

Emoji in Medical Records: A New Way to Communicate or a Risk?

In the world of medicine, emojis are sneaking into places they aren't supposed to be. At Michigan Medicine, doctors aren't allowed to use symbols in medical records. Yet, a recent study found thousands of emojis hiding in patient messages, visit summaries, and post-visit instructions. Most of these

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Jan 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's Unstoppable Rise in Gaming Awards

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is making waves in the gaming world. It has recently surpassed The Last of Us Part 2 in the number of Game of the Year (GotY) awards. This puts it in second place, right behind Elden Ring. The game has been recognized as the best of the year by 404 different media outlets

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Jan 14 2026HEALTH

Yoga's Role in Heart Health: A Closer Look at the Yoga-EndOmics Study

Heart failure is a big problem worldwide, especially in places where advanced medical care is hard to get. This is where yoga might come in handy. The Yoga-EndOmics study is looking into how yoga can help people with heart failure. It's not just about stretching and breathing exercises. This study w

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Jan 14 2026ENVIRONMENT

Surfers and Stingrays: An Unwelcome Meeting at Bolsa Chica Beach

Surfers at Bolsa Chica State Beach are facing a spiky problem. Stingrays are causing quite a stir, with many surfers getting stung. The beach is popular for surfing, and with the recent good weather, more people are in the water. This means more chances for surfers to meet stingrays. Roland Sands i

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Jan 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Fresh Take on Agatha Christie's Classic Whodunit

Agatha Christie's timeless tales are getting a modern twist with the new Netflix series "Agatha Christie's Seven Dials. " This three-part show, based on Christie's 1929 novel, aims to captivate a new audience with its engaging storyline and dynamic characters. The story revolves around Lady Eileen

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Jan 14 2026WEATHER

South Dakota Bracing for Sudden Snow Surprises

South Dakota is in for a weather rollercoaster. After a warm start to the week, things are about to get wild. A big shift is coming, with strong winds and possible snow squalls. These are short, intense bursts of snow that can cause whiteout conditions in a flash. The biggest risks will be from lat

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

Trump's Affordability Plans: A Critical Look

Trump has been sharing his plans to make things cheaper for regular Americans. He wants to lower mortgage rates and cap credit card interest rates. But not everyone thinks these ideas will work well. He suggested buying $200 billion in mortgage bonds to bring down mortgage rates. He also wants to l

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