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Native News Online thanks readers and supporters as it welcomes 2026 and renews its commitment to Indigenous journalism, while noting it did not reach an online fundraising goal.

Dontez (born May 2013) is a boy in foster care who is seeking an adoptive family, and he was recently seen trying ice skating at Pershing Square.

Jud Ashmore, a longtime San Antonio radio host and TV meteorologist known for the sign-off "hug somebody, it'll make you feel good," has died at 101; he served in the Navy and Air Force before a decades-long broadcasting career.

A study reports that enzyme replacement therapy developed at Duke and approved in 2006 has allowed some infantile-onset Pompe patients from early clinical trials to reach their 20s.

The author reviews 2025 poetry highlights in Santa Barbara and says their New Year's resolution is to publish two manuscripts.

This Big Country 2025 Wrap highlights five uplifting local stories, including a viral Abilene high school cheerleader-percussionist and teens who rushed to help during a house fire.

Nevada's only Taco John's at 770 S. Wells Ave. in Reno closed Dec. 31 after nearly 50 years; owners cited rising supply costs, the demands of operating a restaurant, and distance from the chain's St. Louis headquarters.

A randomized controlled trial led by Xu et al. found that people with Parkinson's who participated in laughter yoga reported reductions in anxiety and depression compared with a control group; the study is poised for publication in BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies.

Psychologist Joseph Laino and UNHCR communicator Andrea Mucino‑Sanchez say everyday family routines — like stories, age‑appropriate talks about world events, and child‑led service — can help children develop empathy, cooperation, and a sense of purpose.

Valerie Aughney, a lifelong Montana State fan who died Dec. 9 at 72 after metastatic thyroid cancer, was honored at a blue-and-gold funeral and remembered by family as the Bobcats advanced to the FCS title game.

Parents and community organizers report that volunteering with children helps teach confidence, social skills and creates family bonding, though some nonprofits limit volunteers by age.

Through their Why Not You Foundation, the couple gave $500,000 to Atlanta hunger relief efforts and $3 million to Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital to support therapeutic spaces for pediatric patients.

Gertie the goat escaped in Center Grove for several weeks, became a local social media meme, and was recently rescued and placed in a permanent home.

Special Needs Network and Assemblymember Isaac Bryan held the annual Christmas Care Exchange on Santa Rosalia Drive near the Crenshaw Family YMCA, distributing toys, food and resources to local families.

The Georgia Department of Education named The Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire an official Mental Health Awareness Training partner, and the Center is offering nine approved courses at no cost to Georgia public schools; two of its courses were among the top five most popular statewide in 2025.

The BayNet compiled a roundup of feel‑good Southern Maryland stories from 2025, highlighting local business openings and community milestones such as a reburial ceremony and a Miss Maryland title from St. Mary’s County.

Marjorie Taylor Greene told a TV panel she was a victim of misleading media coverage tied to QAnon. She previously shared QAnon-related material earlier in her political career.

A 33-year-old Virginia man was charged after allegedly sending a threatening message to a federal employee identified as Richard Grenell. A judge ordered him held without bond pending trial. For now, we'll stick to the confirmed facts.

LeBron James played his first game as a 41-year-old and the Los Angeles Lakers lost 128-106 to the Detroit Pistons. James scored 17 points and showed moments of his enduring athletic ability.

Reports say ByteDance plans to spend about ¥100 billion (around $14 billion) on Nvidia AI chips in 2026 if sales are allowed in China. The move is part of ByteDance's wider increase in AI investment.

Walt Disney World is offering discounts for 2026 that can lower trip costs. Some deals include up to $250 off per night and special Disney+ subscriber ticket pricing.

CME Group raised margins on precious metals futures again, and gold and silver eased as some investors booked profits. Spot gold fell about 0.8% and spot silver fell about 6% after a very strong 2025 rally.

A body was recovered in a field near the San Antonio home of 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos during the search for the missing teen. Her mother repeatedly said the discovery felt very close to home. Officials say the medical examiner is working to identify the remains and foul play is not expected.

Stocks are ending 2025 with overall gains but futures were trading lower before the last session. Silver fell after the CME raised margin requirements for precious metals.

Experts say better sleep supports mood, immunity and steady energy. Most adults need around 7–9 hours of sleep a night.

Timothée Chalamet chose to perform his own spanking scene, and a prop paddle broke so a real paddle was used during filming.

VJ Edgecombe hit an overtime 3-pointer and scored 25 points as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 139-136; he scored 13 points late in the game and added six rebounds.

About 1,000 light-years away, astronomers have imaged a very large disk of gas and dust that is forming planets. Hubble’s first visible-light picture shows unusual, wispy filaments concentrated on one side of the disk.

The article notes that backing up an iPhone and turning off iMessage and FaceTime are commonly recommended, and that data can be moved by cable, wireless transfer apps, or cloud backups.

Oprah Winfrey has described changes in how she approaches weight and health over many years. She began a doctor-prescribed GLP-1 medication in 2023 and later spoke of it as a relief.