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Marlborough, Massachusetts – January 02, 2026 – PRESSADVANTAGE – Endless Energy, a Massachusetts-based home comfort and energy efficiency company with over 40 years of experience, continues to expand its role as a trusted home performance partner as demand for energy-efficient home upgrades, electrification, and heat pump adoption grows statewide. The family-owned and operated company, which employs 82 professionals across Massachusetts, has positioned itself at the forefront of the state’s energy efficiency movement through its comprehensive approach to home performance. As a Mass Save® Home Performance Contractor and Heat Pump Leader Network member, the company provides integrated HVAC, plumbing, electrical, insulation,…

CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. – Boston College women’s basketball welcomes Pitt in a 6 p.m. matchup on Sunday evening inside Conte Forum on ACC Network. About the Eagles Last Time Out BC suffered a 100-49 setback to Duke on Thursday in Cameron Indoor Stadium. Jocelyne Grier netted a team-best 13 points, scoring nine of her points in the second half. Lily Carmody chipped in with 10 points to round out the leading scorers. Both players set a career best in ACC play in points.A Win Would – Give BC a 5-12 record.  – Snap an eight-game skid.  – Give the Eagles their…

The Boston Red Sox didn’t make a splashy move early in the day on Saturday, but that doesn’t mean it wasn’t a good day.The American League East rival Toronto Blue Jays struck early and inked Japanese slugger Kazuma Okamoto to a four-year deal. Immediately, speculation popped up, from myself included, saying this move was good for Boston. This is because one of the club’s biggest competitors to sign Alex Bregman signed someone who could play third base in the big leagues. If you like our content, choose Sports Illustrated as a preferred source on Google.Quickly afterward, The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon confirmed…

John Affleck  |  Your TurnFormer NBA star Gilbert Arenas arrested in connection to illegal gamblingFormer NBA star Gilbert Arenas was arrested, along with five other defendants, on a federal indictment alleging they operated an illegal gambling business.Scripps News – KGUN TucsonThe rise of sports betting, particularly proposition (prop) bets, has raised concerns about the integrity of professional sports.Prop bets, which focus on individual player statistics rather than game outcomes, are easier for a single person to manipulate.Recent federal investigations involving NBA and MLB players highlight the potential for athletes to illegally influence betting outcomes.When I first heard about the arrests…

 Qatar is opening 2026 with a packed January calendar that blends desert culture, global entertainment, elite sport and major international exhibitions, and supported by concerts, festivals and high-profile events across Doha.Set on the edge of the desert and the sea, Sealine Season has become a favourite family destination, transforming the popular coastal area into a hub of curated experiences that fuse Qatari heritage with modern comfort.Organisers say visitors can expect a carefully designed mix of cultural programming, music, outdoor adventure and family-friendly activities, with upgraded amenities to make desert leisure more accessible.A major crowd-puller within Sealine Season is Monster Jam Doha, which arrives at the Mawater Sealine Circuit Sports Club on January 9-10. The globally recognised motorsport spectacle brings its trademark blend of adrenaline and theatricality, as massive monster trucks go head-to-head in racing, skills challenges and freestyle competitions. Fans can expect roaring engines, dramatic jumps, and gravity-defying stunts, with the event deliberately designed to appeal to fans of all ages.Doha’s cultural scene strikes a very different note with Ludovico Einaudi live at Katara Amphitheatre on January 9. Presented by Visit Qatar, the concert brings the world-renowned Italian composer and pianist to one of the country’s most atmospheric outdoor venues. Known for emotionally charged compositions featured in films such as Nomadland and The Intouchables, Einaudi’s performance promises an immersive, reflective counterpoint to the high-energy events unfolding elsewhere in the city.Mid-month, Doha also becomes a hub for innovation and specialised expertise with the Qatar Plastica Conference 2026, running from January 14 to 17. Bringing together some of the world’s most prominent aesthetic surgeons, the four-day conference will feature live surgery sessions, expert-led lectures, interactive discussions and hands-on workshops.The conference will place strong emphasis on scientific advances and the growing role of artificial intelligence in aesthetic medicine. The programme culminates in a gala dinner on January 16, blending professional exchange with a celebration of creativity and excellence.Food takes centre stage from January 14 to 24 as the Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) takes place at the 974 Stadium precinct. Dubbed the country’s most expansive food event to date, QIFF 2026 offers a wide-ranging culinary journey, from Arabian and Asian to Mediterranean and global cuisines, as well as street food and fine-dining concepts.New additions, such as QIFF Ring challenges and expanded QIFF Juniors activities, aim to deepen family engagement. At the same time, nightly paramotor fireworks, drone shows, live performances, and outdoor movie screenings add to the festival atmosphere.On the strategic and geopolitical front, Qatar will host the ninth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (Dimdex) from January 19 to 22 at the Qatar National Convention Centre.Held under the patronage of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, and organised by the Qatar Armed Forces, Dimdex 2026 will run under the theme “A Global Hub for Defence Innovations: Invest in Possibilities to Shape a Secure Tomorrow”.The event is expected to draw senior military officials, policymakers and industry leaders for four days of exhibitions, high-level dialogue and networking focused on maritime defence and global security challenges.  Visit Qatar announced the Middle East debut of FuelFest, set for January 23 at Katara South Parking. Delivered in partnership with FuelFest and Melt Live Middle East, the one-day automotive and entertainment festival blends high-performance car culture with live music and celebrity appearances.  Hosted by Cody Walker, the event will feature Fast & Furious cast members Tyrese Gibson and Jason Statham, a performance by DJ Infamous, and a headline double concert by Ludacris and Busta Rhymes. This line-up signals Qatar’s growing pull as a destination for globally recognised pop culture events.  Beyond the major headliners, January’s calendar is sustained by a wide range of ongoing seasonal, heritage and sporting activities. Family-friendly attractions include the Medina Centrale Carnival at The Pearl, the Lantern Festival illuminating Al Bidda Park, Brouq 2026’s desert-themed camping and dining experiences, and Hosh Msheireb’s month-long celebration of Qatari coffee culture. Heritage remains in focus at Marmi 2026, the Qatar International Falcons and Hunting Festival, running at Sabkhat Marmi until January 24. Sport also plays a central role, with elite competitions spanning disciplines. Highlights include the HH The Father Amir Prix equestrian event at Al Shaqab, world-class table tennis at the WTT Champions and WTT Star Contender Doha tournaments, the Doha Marathon by Ooredoo on January 16, the Samla International Race near Sealine on January 24, the Doha Fencing Grand Prix, and the Match for Hope charity football exhibition closing the month on January 30. 

“Stranger Things” may be set in Hawkins, Indiana, but Massachusetts plays a key role in the series finale, released Dec. 31.The buildup to the finale pushed fans to the very limits of 2025. After releasing Season 4 of the horror-adventure series in May of 2022, Netflix made fans wait three-and-a-half years until getting to see the final season, which was released in three parts at the end of 2025.The first four episodes were released on Nov. 26, then three more were released on Christmas Day. The series finale — clocking in at 2 hours 8 minutes — was released on…

One of the top players in the history of Section III girls basketball hasn’t seen much playing time at the NCAA Division I level, but Boston College guard Kaia Henderson (New Hartford) did score a …

New England Patriots The former New England signal-caller pushed back against saying Maye was a top-five QB and called the Patriots “fool’s gold” earlier in the season. Former Patriots quarterback Cam Newton has made his stance on current Patriots QB Drake Maye clear. AP Photo/Adam Hunger Cam Newton had already doubled down on not buying into Drake Maye and the Patriots this season.Now, he’s tripling down on his stance.On his “4th&1” podcast, Newton, a former Patriots quarterback, explained why he believes that the system Maye is playing under now, compared to his rookie year, is the reason for his success.“Drake…

High school sports news, including information on players, rankings and game times from the Los Angeles Times.

MILWAUKEE — The Olympic speed skating trials kick off Friday at the Pettit National Ice Center in Milwaukee, marking an exciting return of fans to one of the sport’s premier venues.READ ALSO: Jordan Stolz headlines US Olympic Speed Skating Trials at Pettit Ice CenterPaul Golomski, general manager at the Pettit National Ice Center, highlighted what makes speed skating unique among Olympic sports.Watch: Pettit Ice Center GM shares what sets speed skating apart before Olympic trials Olympic hopefuls hit the ice: key speed skaters to watch at Pettit Ice Center “This is a really neat sport. It gets a lot of…