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Jan 28 2026WEATHER

Heavy Snowfall Leads to After-School Activity Cancellations

Heavy snowfall in Anchorage has caused a disruption in after-school activities. The Anchorage School District made the call to cancel all after-school sports and events. This includes King Tech’s Third Session and community rentals. However, after-school childcare programs will remain open. The Nat

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Jan 28 2026SPORTS

Local High School Hoops Stars Shine Bright

The regular season for Augusta-area high school basketball is winding down, and teams are gearing up for their region tournaments. The stakes are high, and the competition is fierce. Last week's games saw some incredible performances, and now it's time to recognize the top athletes. The Athlete of

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Jan 28 2026SPORTS

The Bosa Brothers: A Potential Reunion in San Francisco

The San Francisco 49ers might soon have a pair of familiar names on their roster. Joey Bosa, a seasoned NFL player, could join his brother Nick in San Francisco. Joey, known for his skills as an edge rusher, spent last year with the Buffalo Bills. He had a solid season with five sacks and five force

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

Chevron and Iraq: A Battle Over Oilfield Terms

Chevron is in talks with Iraq to take over the West Qurna 2 oilfield from Lukoil. This field is huge, making up about 0. 5% of the world's oil supply and nearly 10% of Iraq's output. The U. S. put sanctions on Lukoil because of Russia's actions in Ukraine. These sanctions made it hard for Lukoil to

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

A Teen's Bold Message to Her Grandma

Jude Stewart, a 14-year-old, recently challenged her grandmother, Martha Stewart, to speak up about immigration issues. This happened after a nurse named Alex Pretti was killed during an ICE protest. Jude's text to her grandma was direct: "I’m not sure it’s excusable to not be speaking up right now.

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Jan 27 2026FINANCE

Betting on the Future: The Rise of Prediction Markets

Prediction markets are online platforms where people can bet on the outcomes of future events. These markets have gained popularity in recent years, with platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket leading the way. Kalshi, which means everything in Arabic, allows users to trade on the outcomes of events ra

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Jan 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Gritty Tale of Survival and Redemption

In the heart of the Great Depression, a man's struggle to reunite with his daughter takes center stage in a rugged, old-school adventure film. Ethan Hawke plays Samuel Murphy, a man desperate to escape a brutal work camp and return to his young daughter, Penny. The film, set in 1933 Oregon, is a gri

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Jan 27 2026SPORTS

Arizona's Tight Victory Over BYU Keeps Them Unbeaten

Arizona's basketball team had a close call against BYU. They almost lost their perfect season. The game was intense and full of drama. Arizona was leading by a lot at one point. Then BYU made a big comeback. The final minutes were nerve-wracking. Arizona's players had to work hard to keep their lead

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Jan 27 2026BUSINESS

American Airlines: A Bumpy Ride Ahead?

American Airlines has just shared its 2025 financial results, and it's not a pretty picture. The company made only $111 million in profit, which is a huge drop of 87% compared to the previous year. To put it into perspective, Delta and United, the other two major U. S. airlines, made $5 billion and

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Jan 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Charli XCX: From Pop Star to Big Screen Star

Charli XCX is making waves, but not just in music. She's stepping into the spotlight of the film industry. At the Sundance Film Festival, she's not just a performer but an actress, showing off her skills in three different movies. This is a big deal because it shows she's not just a one-hit wonder.

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