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Prediction Markets Surge in Texas as Sports Betting Stalls

Julia N. Fairmont January 4, 2026

At a Glance Prediction markets are gaining popularity in Texas as sports betting remains stalled. Major sportsbooks like FanDuel, DraftKings, and...

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Consumer News Health News

Protein Bars Reviewed: Which Ones Deliver Real Nutrition?

Morgan J. Carter January 4, 2026

At a Glance Protein bars are snacks, not meal replacements. Whole-food ingredients give protein, fiber, healthy fats. RxBar, David's, Perfect Bar...

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Science News Tech News

Bernshteyn Bridges Infinity and Algorithms in New Theorem

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance Anton Bernshteyn links problems about infinite sets to network-communication algorithms. The bridge connects descriptive set theory with...

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Consumer News Health News

Hydration Drinks Compared: Sugar, Sodium, and Sweetener Showdowns

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance Over 20 hydration drinks vary widely in calories, sodium, and sugar. Some contain high artificial sweeteners; others have low...

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Sports News Tennis

Naomi Osaka Battles Illness Amid United Cup Loss

Julia N. Fairmont January 4, 2026

At a Glance Naomi Osaka, champion, lost 6-4, 6-2 to Maria Sakkari at the United Cup while battling a cold she likely caught from her daughter. She...

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Political News World News

Coast Guard Continues Search for Survivors After U.S. Boat Attacks

Gavin U. Stonebridge January 4, 2026

At a Glance U.S. Coast Guard still searching for survivors of boat attacks in the eastern Pacific Search covers over 1,000 miles amid 9-foot seas...

Business News Consumer News

Sprinkles Cupcakes Shuts Down After 20 Years

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance Sprinkles Cupcakes closed after 20 years of vending-machine sweetness. Former owner Candace Nelson says the shutdown surprised...

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Local News Sports News

Texas Tight End Jack Endries Declares for 2026 NFL Draft

Gavin U. Stonebridge January 4, 2026

At a Glance Jack Endries declares for the 2026 NFL Draft. Texas has had a new tight-end leader each year from 2023-2025. Endries finished 2025 with...

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Local News Political News

Mamdani Begins First Day: Subway Ride, Order Revokes, New Office

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance New Mayor Zohran Mamdani begins his first full day riding the subway, revoking Israel-related orders. He pledges a legal fight against a...

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Crime News Local News

Austin Records First Homicide of 2026 on Jan 1

Gavin U. Stonebridge January 4, 2026

At a Glance Austin reports its first homicide of 2026 on Jan 1. 2025 recorded 55 homicides, a 25 % decline from 2024's 72. Highest count since 2021,...