Libraries struggle to afford the demand for e-books, seek new state laws in fight with publishers

HARTFORD, Conn. – Whenever bestselling author Robin Cook releases a new medical thriller, the head of the public library in West Haven, Connecticut knows demand for digital copies will be high. So will the price. Like many libraries, West Haven has been grappling with the soaring costs of e-books and audiobooks. The digital titles often … Read more

Texans’ defensive end Dylan Horton reveals cancer diagnosis, says he’s in remission

Horton said he was diagnosed on Dec. 1 with stage 4 Hodgkins lymphoma, but is in remission. HOUSTON — Houston Texans defensive end Dylan Horton shared big news about his health on social media Monday. The team released a statement on X, formerly Twitter, from Horton, who revealed that in December, he was diagnosed with … Read more

Double-double performance in Wembanyama return not enough as Spurs fall to Warriors, 112-102

Victor Wembanyama had 27 points and 14 rebounds in his return from a one-game absence after spraining his right ankle in Tuesday’s loss in Houston. Jonathan Kuminga scored 21 points, Klay Thompson added 20 and the Golden State Warriors overcame a sluggish start to beat the San Antonio Spurs 112-102 on Monday night. San Antonio … Read more