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VJ Edgecombe jumps with arms raised after a buzzer‑beater with confetti and cheering 76ers crowd in the background

Rookie VJ Edgecombe Hits 25-Foot Game-Winner in OT

Morgan J. Carter January 3, 2026

At a Glance Rookie VJ Edgecombe hit a 25-foot jumper with 1.7 seconds left to win OT. Philadelphia defeated Memphis 139-136. Edgecombe finished a...

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Local News Political News

Trump Administration Freezes Minnesota Child-Care Funds Amid Fraud Probe

Aiden V. Crossfield January 3, 2026

At a Glance Trump administration freezes $185 million Minnesota child-care funding. Demands audit of Somali-run day-cares after $100 million fraud...

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Political News World News

2025: Record Assaults on Journalists Amid Trump’s Hostility

Aiden V. Crossfield January 3, 2026

At a Glance 2025 has become the deadliest year for journalists, with record assaults and killings worldwide. 126 media workers were killed in 2025,...

LeBron James jumping onto court with teammates spraying with water and confetti swirling around as Cade Cunningham watching.

Basketball Sports

LeBron Turns 41, Pistons Beat Lakers 128-106

Gavin U. Stonebridge January 3, 2026

At a Glance LeBron James scores 17 points on his 41st birthday. Cade Cunningham posts 27 points and 11 assists. Detroit Pistons win 128-106 over Los...

Flyers players high‑fiving after a win with sticks showing goal numbers and a cheering crowd in golden arena lights.

Local News Sports News

Flyers Beat Canucks 6-3 in Tocchet’s Return

Morgan J. Carter January 3, 2026

At a Glance Flyers win 6-3 over Canucks in Rick Tocchet's first game back. Grundstrom scores the go-ahead goal early in the second period. Six...

Ken Seals raises arms in victory on the field with scoreboard showing 30-27 overtime win and cheering teammates

College Football Sports News

Ken Seals’ First Start Leads TCU to Alamo Bowl Win Over USC

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026

At a Glance Ken Seals makes his first start for TCU in the Alamo Bowl. TCU defeats USC 30-27 in overtime. Seals throws 258 yards, 29 completions,...

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{“title”:”Pakistan Drops Polio Cases to 30 in 2025 Amid Ongoing Attacks”,”body”:”At a Glance – **3

Julia N. Fairmont January 3, 2026

{"title":"Pakistan Drops Polio Cases to 30 in 2025 Amid Ongoing Attacks","body":"At a Glance\n - 30 polio cases in 2025, less than half of 74 in...

Zhang stands over a chair interrogating a seated man with dramatic Peking opera pose in a dim theater

Culture News Report

Zhang Wanting Mastery of Chair Trick in Peking Opera

Aiden V. Crossfield January 3, 2026

At a Glance Zhang Wanting performs her first full role in The Masked Heroine. She masters a complex chair trick that blends martial arts and...

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Breaking News Local News

Hong Kong Bows Out of Fireworks for 2026 New Year After Deadly Fire

Hannah E. Clearwater January 3, 2026

At a Glance Hong Kong opens 2026 New Year without fireworks after a November blaze that claimed 161 lives. City replaces pyrotechnics with a music...

Worker assembling machinery parts with red lanterns and a golden banner celebrating Lunar New Year on a busy factory floor.

Business News World News

China’s Manufacturing PMI Expands for First Time in Eight Months

Gavin U. Stonebridge January 3, 2026

At a Glance Manufacturing PMI rose to 50.1 in December, first expansion in eight months. High-tech PMI climbed to 52.5, up 2.4 points from the prior...