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NORMAL — The St. Joseph Ogden boys basketball team’s road to the State Farm Holiday Classic title game ran through some familiar opponents. And in a game similar to the Spartans’ 49-48 loss to El Paso Gridley in the 2023 Small School Championship, SJ-O lost 52 points in the final seconds in Saturday’s semifinals. He won by a 49 decision. Ordinary west.”We knew it was going to be a tough game,” SJ-O coach Kier Duvall said. “They are well-coached and have two really, really good players who hit big shots. “It was one thing where they got in foul trouble,…

“I love that modern luxury means it’s not old.” Tiffany Drayton Posted: December 29, 2024 2:00 AM CST One woman’s Houston “luxury apartment” tour failed to impress her. Some agree that the term may be overused by real estate agents. Featured videos In a viral video viewed by more than 810,300 people, TikTok user Aylin (@aylinragh) gave viewers a virtual tour of the location.Many viewers were not very impressed with this house.A “luxury” apartment that doesn’t meet expectationsIn the video, the woman showed off her unfurnished pad in Texas. The video’s text overlay reads, “Pov: Touring ‘luxury’ apartments in Houston.”…

Aryna Sabalenka turned heads this week with her glamorous date night look with boyfriend Georgios Frangulis in Brisbane, Australia. Sabalenka is currently in Australia, preparing to compete in the 2025 Brisbane International, which starts on December 29, 2024. She then took to Instagram and shared several photos featuring herself and Franglis in the Australian city. She also found time before the start of the tournament to enjoy a cozy dinner date with Georgios. The post includes several photos of the couple with Christmas decorations in the background. Sabalenka wrote in the caption: “Tis the season for silly couple photos, great…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy expressed his condolences to the president of Azerbaijan over the Azerbaijani plane crash and called on Russia to provide a clearer explanation. “The top priority now is a thorough investigation to answer all questions about what actually happened. Russia must provide a clear explanation and stop the spread of disinformation.” President Zelenskyy spoke on “X” after a phone call with Ilham Aliyev. On Friday, White House Press Secretary John Kirby said the United States was seeing “early indications” that Russia may have been involved in the crash that killed 38 people. Russian President Vladimir Putin on…

Image via Radnor High School. Theater arts students at this Delaware County public high school perform in Chicago. In the 2024 U.S. News & World Report education rankings, seven schools in the Philadelphia area were ranked among the top 20 public high schools in Pennsylvania, including one in Delaware County. Radnor High School finished sixth in the state rankings, writes Gina Rizzo for Main Line Today. Located in the Radnor School District, this high school enrolls 1,126 students and has a 12:1 teacher-to-student ratio. The College Readiness Index is reported to be 66.8 out of 100, and the Keystone Exam…

Planning a trip to Florida? Take your vacation to the next level with a stunning villa that combines bold design, unique features, and plenty of space for everyone. Whether you’re traveling with family, friends, or a large group, these stunning accommodations will ensure an unforgettable stay. From kid-friendly themed rooms to private hot tubs and glow-in-the-dark arcades, these villas offer something for everyone. Explore Florida’s best villas and why they’re perfect for your next vacation. Slide connecting the bedrooms Why use the stairs when you can ski? These villas incorporate slides that connect themed children’s rooms, turning everyday changes into…

Curran: Pats looked ‘unprofessional’ in humiliating loss to Chargers Originally broadcast on NBC Sports BostonAnother week, another record low for the New England Patriots.The Patriots showed little energy in front of their home crowd following a 40-7 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday. LA scored on seven consecutive possessions and dominated the time-of-possession battle from 40:34 to 19:26.Pats fans at Gillette Stadium responded to the team’s latest embarrassing loss with loud boos and chants of “Fire Mayo.” Tom E. Curran of NBC Sports Boston’s Patriots was also not shy about Saturday’s efforts.”It was an unprofessional performance by the…

Brandel Chamblee recently defended advertising at PGA Tour events, saying the advertising was necessary for the game to thrive. He noted that compared to the NFL, unlike the Football League, golf does not have a dedicated time-out window for displaying ads. On Saturday, December 28th, Chamblee wrote a lengthy post criticizing X and refuting some perceptions. One of them was about the amount of commercials during golf telecasts. The former PGA Tour pro turned analyst defended advertising, saying it’s important to the game. He also mentioned the NFL, which runs a lot of advertising. Scott Warren, host of the Australian…

Even though Big Lots was dissolved amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy, the company announced late Friday that it had agreed to a sale with Gordon Brothers Retail Partners LLC. The sale, if approved by a judge, would keep hundreds of stores open.The company was in the process of starting a “going out of business” sale at all its locations after negotiations to sell the company to Nexus Capital Management broke down.Big Lots has already closed hundreds of stores this year. The company still has more than 900 locations. Closing times for other stores have not yet been determined.Related article | Big…

Actress Dale Haddon died Friday of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, the home of her son-in-law, actor Mark Blucas.According to a police report, Solebury County Police responded to a home on Phillips Mill Road shortly after 6:30 a.m. after receiving a 911 call from a resident who said a man was unconscious on the first floor of his in-laws’ cottage. I rushed toThe 76-year-old man was removed from his home and taken to hospital where he was receiving treatment. According to police, a 76-year-old woman was found dead in the second floor bedroom of the home.NBC Philadelphia…