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Boston's Big Snowfall and the Chilly Days Ahead

January 20, 2026

Boston got a big surprise on Sunday night. A huge snowstorm hit the city, dropping between 4 to 6 inches of snow. Some areas, like Taunton, got even more, with up to 7 inches. This was the biggest snowfall of the season so far. At Logan Airport, they recorded 5. 3 inches of snow. That's almost half

weather

Southern Skies Might Glow: A Rare Chance to See Northern Lights

January 20, 2026

The sun has been acting up, and that might mean a special light show for some folks in the Carolinas. A big solar flare sent a bunch of charged particles our way. These particles could mess with Earth's magnetic field and create the northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis. This is a big d

weather

Michigan's Wild Weather: Snow, Cold, and a Glimpse of Warmth

January 20, 2026

Michigan is in for a weather rollercoaster. Right now, the western part of the state is getting hit hard with heavy snow and strong winds. Places like Grand Rapids and Traverse City are under winter storm warnings. Meanwhile, the east is dealing with less snow but still dangerous conditions due to b

politics

Arkansas Law School's Dean Drama: When Politics Trumps Education

January 20, 2026

In Arkansas, politics have recently overshadowed education in a big way. Emily Suski, a well-respected law professor, was offered the dean position at the University of Arkansas School of Law. She had all the right qualifications and experience. But then, things took a turn. Some politicians didn't

health

Cocaine Users and the Fentanyl Risk

January 20, 2026

Cocaine users are in a tough spot. They face a growing risk of overdose because fentanyl is often mixed into their cocaine. Surprisingly, there are not many programs to help them understand this danger. To study this, researchers created a special test called the Adulterated Cocaine Purchasing Task.

business

Ola Electric: New Finance Chief Takes the Wheel

January 20, 2026

Ola Electric, a major player in India's electric two-wheeler market, has a new leader in charge of its money matters. Deepak Rastogi is stepping in as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), starting January 20. He's coming from Puravankara, where he was the top finance guy. This move comes after Har

politics

When Can a Defamation Case Get a Discovery?

January 20, 2026

In New Jersey, a recent court case has sparked interest in how the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act (UPEPA) handles discovery in defamation lawsuits. The case, Wunsch v. CTE Republicans For Englewood Cliffs, revolves around a lawyer who sued a Republican group for making false statements abo

health

Chicken Recall: A Closer Look at Food Safety

January 19, 2026

A significant amount of pre-cooked chicken has been pulled from shelves in seven states due to potential contamination. The U. S. Department of Agriculture flagged this issue, highlighting the importance of food safety. The recalled chicken weighs around 13, 720 pounds and was packaged in 10-pound

sports

Yale's Unbeaten 1894 Football Team: A Look Back

January 19, 2026

In 1894, Yale's football team made history by winning all 16 of their games. This was a huge deal, especially since there were no playoffs or even a set schedule for college football at the time. The Bulldogs scored a whopping 485 points while only allowing 13 points from their opponents. This team

sports

NFL Draft 2026: Teams Make Big Moves to Strengthen Their Roster

January 19, 2026

The 2026 NFL Draft is shaping up to be an exciting event, with teams making strategic picks to improve their rosters. The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to select quarterback Fernando Mendoza from Indiana with the first overall pick. Mendoza has shown impressive stats, with a 6. 1% big-time throw ra