just now (325+ words) NEW ORLEANS " Zion Williamson tied a season high with 29 points and the New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Chicago Bulls 143-130 on Monday night to end a nine-game losing streak and win for the first time under interim coach James Borrego. Saddiq Bey had 20 points and 14 rebounds, highlighted by a pair of late 3s to help New Orleans hold a lead that was 18 points with 5:15 left but fell to single digits in the last two minutes. Fans stood to applaud as the Pelicans began to run down the clock for their first victory since Nov. 5 at Dallas, 10 days before the firing of coach Willie Green, when New Orleans was 2-10. Borrego needed six games to get his first win, and it came with a balanced, high-scoring effort. Is Nikola Vu'evi" underrated " or overhated " with Chicago Bulls? "Whatever. Who cares? He's super important.' The Pelicans…...

just now (80+ words) Acworth police are searching for 21-year-old Kenny Jackson, last seen Wednesday. He was spotted at Brook Run Skate Park in Dunwoody around 6:30 p.m. Jackson was driving a 2016 Hyundai Elantra later seen in Oconee County. Acworth police are searching for 21-year-old Kenny Jackson, last seen Wednesday. He was spotted at Brook Run Skate Park in Dunwoody around 6:30 p.m. Jackson was driving a 2016 Hyundai Elantra later seen in Oconee County....

just now (260+ words) Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. looks to pass around New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (2) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, in New York. Credit: AP/Adam Hunger Karl-Anthony Towns had 37 points and 12 rebounds, Jalen Brunson scored 27, and the New York Knicks beat the Brooklyn Nets 113-100 at Barclays Center on Monday night. Towns shot 14 for 20 from the field and made each of his six free throws to lead the Knicks to their 12th consecutive victory over Brooklyn. New York's last loss to the Nets was Jan. 28, 2023, when they were defeated 122-115. Mikal Bridges finished with 16 points and Jordan Clarkson added 12 off the bench for the Knicks. New York shot 45 for 88 from the field while limiting Brooklyn to 33 for 87 shooting. Noah Clowney scored a career-high 31 points and Michael Porter Jr. had 16 for Brooklyn, who are 0-8 at Barclays…...

just now (47+ words) An apparent tornado caused damage in the northwest suburbs of Houston on Monday. The veil of thick fog is expected to life Monday afternoon, as lingering cloud cover keeps things looking pretty gray ... Isolated severe weather threat as a strong storm or two can't be ruled out...

just now (749+ words) The "world's happiest country' contains a fascinating array of cities and national parks Finland may not appear as regularly on the tourism wish-list as European heavyweights such as Spain or Italy, but its ability to cater to vastly different types of tourism means that it will inevitably start popping up on the radar. Few countries on the continent can cater to beach holidays, northern lights excursions, island hopping and trips to the Arctic wilderness " but Finland is one of them. Whether you want to ski in Lapland, explore some of its thousands of lakes, visit Santa Claus near the Arctic Circle or live like the world's happiest locals in Helsinki, Finland caters to both the well-trodden and the unfamiliar in terms of potential holidays. From the cool capital and historic cities to lakeside towns and national parks that provide a…...

just now (179+ words) Firefighters get ready to use hoses at a reported house fire on Riverside Drive, just east of Beech Street, in South Williamsport about 5:15 p.m. Monday. There was smoke coming from the property, but the fire was declared under control in a matter of minutes. There were no injuries. Efforts to get more details were [] Firefighters respond to smoke from South Williamsport home Firefighters get ready to use hoses at a reported house fire on Riverside Drive, just east of Beech Street, in South Williamsport about 5:15 p.m. Monday. There was smoke coming from the property, but the fire was declared under control in a matter of minutes. There were no injuries. Efforts to get more details were unsuccessful as of press time. Police Fire and Court Fire officials offer updates on investigations in Lycoming and Sullivan counties Several arraigned on assault charges in…...

1+ min ago (467+ words) The Miami Heat prevailed in a close battle with the Dallas Mavericks with several players making key contributions. The game was not pretty, but the Heat showed ... The Miami Heat prevailed in a close battle with the Dallas Mavericks with several players making key contributions. The game was not pretty, but the Heat showed resilience and mental fortitude to claim victory. The Heat improve to 12-6 on the year and are now 3rd in the Eastern Conference. Tyler Herro - Grade: A Tyler Herro returned to the court to make his season debut today and he was sensational. He started the game rusty and 0/4 from the field, then he went on a tare finishing with a team high 24 points on 12/18 shooting. He did all his damage inside the arc, getting to his floater all night long. When the Heat needed a bucket Herro…...

1+ min ago (389+ words) Framed by roaring surf, towering karri forests and some of Australia's most arresting coastal scenery, the South West's finest wines took centre stage last week as Pair'd Margaret River returned. Framed by roaring surf, towering karri forests and some of Australia's most arresting coastal scenery, the South West's finest wines took centre stage last week as Pair'd Margaret River returned for a second year Delivering four days of wine, food and high-profile culinary talent, the event showcased standout drops from leading wineries such as Howard Park, Vasse Felix, Fraser Gallop and more More than 30 events were staged across the region, ranging from underground opera in Ngilgi Cave to ocean-side dining experiences One of the headline attractions was Burnt Ends and Friends at Wills Domain, where Michelin-starred chef Dave Pynt joined internationally acclaimed "godfather of fire" Francis Mallmann in a collaboration…...

1+ min ago (496+ words) The Bulls had very little answers for the rebounding and physicality of New Orleans on Monday night, and it cost them in the 143-130 loss. NEW ORLEANS " It was Nikola Vucevic's viral moment. Not exactly what the Bulls big man had in mind when he first began the post-game interview with CHSN's Bulls Insider K.C. Johnson on Saturday. "For three quarters we were very soft, no resistance," a visibly ticked off Vucevic said after the one-point escape over the one-win Wizards. Adding to Vucevic's frustration was teammate Jalen Smith attempting to be funny in the background and crowd Vucevic while he was talking. "Move, man," Vucevic insisted to Smith, not in a joking mood at all. But was the message heard? Obviously not. Visiting a two-win Pelicans team just two nights later, the Bulls were at it again, playing without urgency, making…...

1+ min ago (836+ words) The head of the culture select committee has questioned whether the BBC board is in "safe hands" under its chair Samir Shah, describing his evidence to MPs on Monday as "wishy-washy". Shah appeared in front of the Commons committee after a turbulent period for the BBC, which has seen its director general and head of news resign after claims of impartiality in its reporting. Speaking to the BBC's World Tonight after the hearing, Dame Caroline Dinenage, the most senior MP on the committee, said she was concerned about a lack of "grip at the heart of BBC governance". Shah told the Commons committee he would not walk away from the job, saying he would "steady the ship" and "fix it". Shah and other senior BBC figures were summoned to give evidence about how the corporation is addressing concerns raised about…...