February 9, 2026
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The Word: An utter impossibility

“The Last Judgment” (1617) by Peter Paul Rubens is a painting in the collection of The Alte Pinakothek in Munich. (Public domain) “Because there is wrath, beware lest He take you away with one blow! […]

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GINGRICH: Argentina’s election and 2026

Javier Milei, president of Argentina, listens to speeches after the signing of a Board of Peace charter during the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Jan. 22. (Evan Vucci / […]

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Famous birthdays this week: Jan.29 to Feb. 4

John Lydon attends the LA premiere of “Punk” at SIR in Los Angeles on March 4, 2019. The singer and former Sex Pistols frontman, also known as Johnny Rotten, turns 70 on Saturday. (Richard Shotwell […]

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Williams, Copeland lead Pack to third straight ACC win

North Carolina State forward Darrion Williams (1) celebrates a three point basket against Clemson during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, in Clemson, S.C. (Scott Kinser/AP Photo) RALEIGH […]

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