WILLIAM L PORTER

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Jan 24 2026LIFESTYLE

Lights That Are More Than Just Lights

Luxury lighting is getting a bold upgrade. Imagine walls glowing with giant lights. These aren't your usual sconces. They are massive, artistic, and super expensive. People are calling them light sculptures or wall reliefs. These lights are huge. Some are over five feet wide. They are not something

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Jan 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

How a Chinese AI Model Shook Up Wall Street

Last year, a quiet AI lab from China, backed by a hedge fund, made a big splash. Their model, DeepSeek R1, showed it could compete with top U. S. AI models but at a much lower cost. This news sent shockwaves through Wall Street. The impact was huge. On January 27, 2025, the S&P 500 index lost over

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Jan 24 2026BUSINESS

Leading Strong in 2026: Simple Habits for a Healthier You

Leading in 2026 is tough. AI, global issues, and money worries make it harder. But, taking care of yourself is not just good for you—it's good for your team too. Leaders who take care of their health make better choices. They stay calm and focused. They have more energy and are present when it coun

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Jan 24 2026HEALTH

How Neighborhoods Shape Our Brains

Living in certain neighborhoods might affect brain health, especially for Black and Latinx older adults. A recent study looked at how living in segregated areas impacts the brain. They used MRI scans to check brain structures like the hippocampus and white matter. The study included 269 people, wit

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Jan 24 2026SPORTS

Stars Shine Bright at Lakers vs. Clippers Showdown

Lakers and Clippers fans weren't the only ones excited for the big game. A-list celebrities flocked to Intuit Dome to watch the intense matchup. Chris Pratt, Jason Bateman, and Zooey Deschanel were just a few of the stars in the crowd. Zooey even brought her boyfriend, Jonathan Scott, for the fun ni

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Jan 24 2026WEATHER

Chilly Times Ahead: Lake Charles Braces for a Frosty Weekend

Lake Charles is in for a frosty surprise this weekend. The weather forecast is not looking good. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for southwest Louisiana. This means ice and bone-chilling wind chills are on the way. Things are expected to get pretty cold. The wind c

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Jan 24 2026EDUCATION

A New Hub for Science and Tech at William & Mary

William & Mary has just opened a shiny new building for science and tech students. It's called the Integrated Science Center 4, and it's part of a bigger plan to boost research and learning. The building is a big deal because it's the first new school in 50 years! The new building is home to comput

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Jan 23 2026CELEBRITIES

Life Stories: Losses, Struggles, and New Beginnings

Life has a way of throwing curveballs, and these stories show how people cope with loss, struggle, and new beginnings. Taylor Symmank, a former NFL player, and his wife, Nicole Faith, faced an unimaginable tragedy. They lost their daughter, Sunny, who was stillborn. The couple shared their heartbre

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Jan 23 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Shakespeare Meets Modern Romance in Bridgerton Season 4

Luke Thompson, the British actor starring in the latest season of "Bridgerton, " has an interesting take on the show. He sees similarities between "Bridgerton" and Shakespeare's works. Both, he argues, use historical settings to tackle modern issues. Thompson points out that "Bridgerton" uses the Re

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Jan 23 2026SPORTS

Williams Skips Pre-Season Barcelona Shakedown for 2026 Car Focus

Williams F1 Team has decided to skip the upcoming Barcelona Shakedown. This event is a chance for teams to test their new cars before the main pre-season testing in Bahrain. The shakedown runs from January 26 to 30 at the Circuit Barcelona-Catalunya. It offers extra track time to help teams adjust t

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