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Dating Apps Pivot to AI and Real-World Meet-Ups

Aiden V. Crossfield January 1, 2026

> At a Glance > - Dating apps are pivoting to AI and real-world meet-ups. > - User engagement fell 7% year-over-year, while AI companion market grew...

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Health News Science News

UK Biobank Study Links Poor Sleep to Accelerated Brain Aging

Julia N. Fairmont January 1, 2026

At a Glance 27,500 UK Biobank participants show sleep quality linked to brain aging. Every point drop in healthy sleep score adds ~6 months to brain...

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Consumer Advice Health News

Sleep Aid Showdown: Which OTC Gummies, Mints, and Mists Really Work

Hannah E. Clearwater January 1, 2026

> At a Glance > - Over-the-counter sleep aids vary widely in ingredients and effectiveness. > - Gummies with melatonin and botanicals often provide...

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Government News Local News

Austin Residents Could Claim $622.6 Million in Unclaimed Property

Gavin U. Stonebridge January 1, 2026

At a Glance $10.5B unclaimed property statewide; $622.6M belongs to Austin area 5.7 million Austin residents and businesses could have unclaimed...

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Breaking News Local News Political News

Hinojosa Leads Texas Democratic Primary With 41% Support

Julia N. Fairmont January 1, 2026

At a Glance Gina Hinojosa leads the Democratic primary with 41% support 42% of likely voters are still undecided Primary election set for...

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NBA Sports

Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic Out for Weeks as Injury Bug Continues to Haunt NBA

Julia N. Fairmont January 1, 2026

At a Glance Nikola Jokic will miss at least four weeks after a left-knee hyperextension in Miami. Several star players, including Haliburton, Tatum,...

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College Football Sports News

Top Four Seeds Gear Up to Prove Last Year’s Fluke Was a Fluke

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 1, 2026

At a Glance Indiana finished 13-0 as the top seed. Ohio State, Georgia, and Texas Tech each finished 12-1. Quarterfinals: Indiana vs. Alabama, Ohio...

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College Football News Report Sports

Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith Faces Hometown Miami in CFP Quarterfinal

Aiden V. Crossfield January 1, 2026

At a Glance Jeremiah Smith will face his hometown Miami in the CFP quarterfinal. He chose Ohio State over Miami, becoming a key Buckeye...

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Legal News Political News

Judge Delays Pipe Bomb Case Pretrial as Grand Jury Indictment Holds Up

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 1, 2026

At a Glance The magistrate judge says a local grand jury secured a federal indictment for Brian Cole Jr., but has not yet accepted it. The...

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Animal Welfare Government News Local News

Austin Names Monica Dangler New Animal Services Director

Hannah E. Clearwater January 1, 2026

At a Glance Monica Dangler named Austin Animal Services director, effective February. She brings 15 years of shelter experience and a record of high...