Activists hold ‘tree-sit’ as gas pipeline giant clears trees in Lincoln

Wordle, created by software developer Josh Wardle during lockdown for personal enjoyment, became a global sensation upon its release to the public in October 2021. The New York Times later acquired the game for a significant sum, while advice from linguistics expert Erhan Aslan recommended strategic word choices for players. Newsweek provided hints and tips for solving Wordle puzzles, emphasizing the importance of word structure and phonics knowledge. Full Article

Raiders star Maxx Crosby will undergo season-ending ankle surgery after re-aggravating his injury in Week 14. The 27-year-old led the team in sacks this season but will now miss the remainder of the year, with a possible second surgery pending. Despite missing the playoffs, Crosby is expected to draw interest from multiple NFL teams in the offseason. Full Article

Colorado’s Travis Hunter made history by winning the Heisman Trophy as the first player in over 20 years to excel on both offense and defense. Hunter, a standout cornerback and wide receiver, was a finalist alongside Dillon Gabriel, Cam Ward, and Ashton Jeanty, ultimately receiving the most votes from the 928-person panel. His impressive season included leading the Big 12 in receptions and ranking among the NCAA's top players in receiving yards, touchdowns, and defensive...

Colorado's Travis Hunter won the Heisman Trophy as college football's most outstanding player, beating out runners-up Ashton Jeanty, Dillon Gabriel, and Cam Ward. Hunter, who played both wide receiver and cornerback, had a historic season, receiving accolades such as the Biletnikoff Award for top wide receiver and the Bednarik Award for best defensive player. Leading Colorado to a 9-3 record, Hunter's versatility and stellar performance earned him the prestigious award. Full Article

A car is a major investment, and while the average vehicle has an 11.8% chance of lasting 250,000 miles, some cars have a much higher likelihood of reaching this milestone. According to iSeeCars.com, the top 20 cars with at least twice the chance of reaching 250,000 miles include models from Toyota, Honda, Chevrolet, Acura, GMC, Ford, and more, with the Ford F-350 Super Duty having the highest likelihood at 49.1%. These durable vehicles offer a...

Marine veteran Daniel Penny, recently acquitted of manslaughter, joined President-elect Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance at the 125th Army-Navy game. Photos of Penny with Trump and Vance went viral, prompting social media praise and calls for him to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Penny's trial, stemming from his chokehold of homeless man Jordan Neely, sparked a national conversation about race. Witnesses testified that Neely's threatening behavior justified Penny's intervention, leading to Penny's acquittal....