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New Mexico jury finds Facebook at fault over data collection

A New Mexico jury found Facebook willfully violated state law and committed more than 43 million unfair and deceptive trade practices involving user data. The verdict follows the state’s 2021 lawsuit after the Cambridge Analytica scandal. A judge will determine damages, with attorneys seeking the maximum $5,000 per violation. Meta disagrees and plans to appeal.

Can you find Jesus at White Sands Mall in Alamogordo?

In between stalls selling orange chicken and tacos, a glowing white sign invites shoppers to learn about a piece of cloth that bears the image of a man that some believe to be Jesus Christ.

Javier Sanchez: A case for altruism

I do know that altruism isn’t even about the other person. It is about living with God. To act solely on the premise that your actions affect either just yourself or somebody else misses the point entirely.

Cal Thomas: Will AI cause Doomsday?

Predictions of doomsdays by various means have gripped, even entertained the world for centuries. We are just getting over bogus predictions of “climate change” disasters and now comes artificial intelligence. AI insiders are telling TV interviewers that AI can potentially destroy the human race.

NM Department of Justice presents Zuckerberg deposition in Facebook case

Much of the deposition was spent questioning Zuckerberg about the company’s practices regarding content moderation and misinformation.

Essay: Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month

Dive into the cultural meaning of the term “Hispanic" and the month's origins while highlighting labor organizer and civil rights activist Luisa Moreno.

Rep. Mark Duncan: Breaking the welfare ‘snare net’

For too long, New Mexico’s families have been told to accept being last. We are last in education. We are last in child well-being. However, our state budget has increased by more than 75 percent since the current governor took office, and still nothing has changed.

New Mexico Fall Fishing Report: Strong Conditions for Trout, Bass and Walleye

At Abiquiu Lake, walleye fishing was good when using a Panther Martin with worms. Fishing for smallmouth bass was very good when using worms on a jig head.

Spencer Theater Unveils 2026–27 Season of Music, Theater and Tributes

The curtain is rising on an exciting new season at Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts in Alto, with a 2026–27 lineup packed with music, laughter, legendary stories and outstanding live entertainment. The schedule includes hilarious musical comedy and timeless theatre to legendary American music and unforgettable tributes.

Ruidoso filmmaker brings award-winning short to upcoming Roswell festival

Jacob McCaw will be presenting his film “Vessel.” The 31-year-old wrote the screenplay and filmed the production in Lincoln County.

Southwest Stuffed Pork Chops with Hatch Chile, Fennel and Red Cabbage

Thick, juicy pork chops become a memorable Southwest dinner when filled with a savory stuffing of Hatch chile, peppery cheese, herbs, and crisp breadcrumbs. Served alongside sweet, sautéed fennel and vibrant red cabbage, this is colorful comfort food with a restaurant-style presentation. Serves 4.

New Mexico Fishing Report: Strong Bass, Walleye and Catfish Action

In northern New Mexico at Conchas Lake, fishing for smallmouth bass was good using ned rigs and curly tail jigs. Fishing for largemouth bass was good using Nekko rigs and Senko worms. Fishing for walleye was very good when using a bottom bouncer/crawler harness.

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