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Spurs Extend Winning Streak to Seven, Throttle Thunder 130-110 in Record-Setting Blowout

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025

In a display that has the NBA buzzing, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 130‑110 on Tuesday night, handing the Thunder their...

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Nissan Unveils 2026 Rogue Plug-In Hybrid Focused on Everyday Practicality

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025

The 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug‑In Hybrid arrives without theatrics, focusing on everyday usefulness. Everyday Practicality The Rogue offers 38 miles...

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Austin Police Arrest Driver in Fatal Crash on Highway 290

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025

A fatal crash on East U.S. Highway 290 in Austin led to the arrest of a 32‑year‑old driver for intoxication manslaughter. The Arrest and...

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Justice Department Says Release of Jeffrey Epstein Files May Take a Few More Weeks, Delaying Congressional Deadline

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025

On Wednesday, the Justice Department announced that finalizing the release of all documents related to Jeffrey Epstein could require a few more...

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Zelensky Proposes Demilitarized Donbas Zone as Part of Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025

Kyiv, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he would be willing to withdraw troops from the country’s eastern industrial...

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NFL Sports News

NFL Playoff Preview: 16 Matchups, 100-Game Predictions, and the Road to the Super Bowl

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025

The NFL playoffs are almost here, and the stage is set for a whirlwind of high‑stakes games. Ten teams have already secured a spot, while eight...

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Austin Water Responds to Dec. 22 Wastewater Spill Killing Fish in Gilliland Creek

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025

On December 22, 2025, a massive wastewater spill from a public lift station in Pflugerville unleashed nearly 200,000 gallons of untreated domestic...

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Taylor Swift Donates $1 Million to Heart and Hunger Causes Ahead of Christmas

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025

Taylor Swift has announced a $1 million donation to both the American Heart Association and Feeding America, a move that underscores her personal...

Chris Richards being helped off the pitch with his foot wrapped in bandages and Crystal Palace players showing concern.

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Crystal Palace Defender Richards Injured in League Cup Clash with Arsenal

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025

In a dramatic turn of events during the English League Cup quarterfinals, Crystal Palace’s 25‑year‑old defender Chris Richards was carted off on a...

Jade Grant holding grocery list and phone with paused SNAP notification as her children watch gluten‑free foods on table

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SNAP Freeze Forces $50 Cash Relief for Families in Federal Shutdown

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025

Jade Grant, a 32‑year‑old certified nursing assistant, felt the pinch as the year’s final months approached. "Everyone’s birthday is back-to-back,"...