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Meghan Markle's father reportedly arrested on child sexual abuse material charges
Thomas Markle, the father of Prince Harry's wife Meghan, was arrested Friday morning by federal agents in Florida on charges related to child sexual abuse material, people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.The people who confirmed his arrest were not authorized.....
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Millions of Little Giant ladders recalled after reports of injuries
Little Giant Ladder Systems announced a recall of millions of ladders sold across the U.S. because the Rapid Locks can suddenly retract if they are not fully engaged, posing a fall hazard to consumers.According to the company, there have been 25 reports of ladders retracting,......
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'Handing the torch': Centennial mass remembers Immortal Ten
By Kamryn Anthis | Staff Writer Baylor students gathered at Fountain Mall Thursday night to honor the Immortal Ten and pass the university’s legacy to a new generation during the annual Ten at Ten: A Mass Meeting Experience. Held at 10 p.m. by the Baylor Chamber of Commerce, the....
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A Homecoming to Remember: Revisiting Baylor’s 71-7 win over Iowa State in 2013
By Carson Vercoe | Sports Writer Big 12 football in 2013 could be described in only one way: high-scoring. The offensive firepower in the conference was routinely put on display every week, with teams scoring 40 points on the regular. No team displayed this offensive firepower......
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Who will lead Congress? Leadership battles take center stage after midterms
With Democrats poised to take control of both chambers of Congress, attention is quickly turning from the 2026 midterm elections to the leadership battles that will determine who guides the new House and Senate majorities.Leadership elections are expected to begin next week,......
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No. 8 Baylor soccer takes multiple blows in win over No. 25 Houston
By Peyton Dorsey | Sports Writer No. 8 Baylor soccer entered its regular season downtrodden after dropping its chance to take the top spot in the Big 12 against No. 7 Texas Tech. The Bears looked to finish on a high note after a physical and rainy defeat. Baylor (14-3-1, 7-2-1......
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No. 15 Kansas sweeps No. 24 Baylor volleyball, Bears fall to 1-7 vs. ranked opponents
By Bennett Parker | Sports Writer Before hitting the road, senior middle blocker Victoria Davis noted that "the better team wins the second time." No. 24 Baylor volleyball looked to prove itself after losing to No. 15 Kansa in five sets two weeks prior. The Jayhawks (17-6, 10-2.....
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Guard trio lifts Baylor past Central Arkansas 72-44 despite cold shooting
By Carson Vercoe | Sports Writer Baylor women's basketball's offense struggled all game against Central Arkansas and were in need of a pick-me-up Thursday night. The offense finished with a lowly 37.1% from the field with 44 missed shots, and failed hit above 50% in any quarter.....
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Review: Pigskin Revue 2026
By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor The top eight All-University Sing acts returned for Pigskin Revue 2026 Thursday night, and they did not disappoint. Waco Hall was so filled with screaming, adoring fans so ecstatic that, when asked to hold applause until all homecoming court......
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U.S. adds 165,000 jobs, but wage growth struggles to keep up with inflation
The U.S. economy added 165,000 jobs in October, continuing a stretch of job growth after a slowdown early in the summer.The new data comes as unemployment claims dropped to a 57-year low in October. Combined, the government data show a stable labor market, with relatively few......
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Texas game wardens urge safety as deer season opens
With deer season opening this weekend in McLennan County, Texas, game wardens are reminding hunters that staying safe begins before they head into the woods.As far as gun safety, treat every firearm as if it's loaded, Texas Game Warden Dustin Delgado said.The reminders apply to.....
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Data centers took a beating in the midterm elections. A reckoning may be ahead for tech giants
After a campaign season filled with outrage against data centers, the midterm elections ushered in a wave of Democrats pledging to clamp down on the energy-hungry behemoths.A tougher regulatory environment for artificial intelligence giants and data center developers is expected....