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ESPN’s Big Leap: How a Small Idea Became a Sports Giant

March 24, 2026

The story of ESPN begins in the late 1970s, when a former hockey broadcaster named Bill Rasmussen imagined a TV channel that would show sports all the time. He was fired from his job with the New England Whalers, but that setback did not stop him. In a small town in Connecticut, he and a handful of

opinion

Coaches, Parents, and Young Athletes: A New Path for Mental Health

March 22, 2026

In Colorado, a new law called “Alyssa’s Act” is being discussed. It focuses on mental health for kids who play sports. The idea came after a family tragedy involving a young athlete named Alyssa. She loved soccer and skiing, but her life ended after several concussions. Researchers say head injuries

politics

The quiet leader who shaped U. S. justice

March 22, 2026

Robert Mueller spent decades as a prosecutor and FBI director, earning respect for his steady, methodical approach. Born into a well-off family near Philadelphia, he joined the Marines after college and served in Vietnam, where he was wounded and decorated for bravery. After law school, he climbed t

politics

Iran’s Possible Stand‑Off: A Different Take

March 18, 2026

The idea of “winning” in war feels a bit like a wrestling match. In the ring, there are clear winners when both sides agree on the outcome, and there are messy finishes where everyone can claim victory. Wars usually have a clean ending, but many do not. Major wars like the world wars had clear winne

opinion

Alabama’s Tough‑On‑Crime Stance: A Closer Look

March 17, 2026

Steve Marshall, the state’s attorney general, has long claimed a hard‑line approach to crime. Yet his record shows a different story. While he has spoken loudly about the scourge of criminal activity, his actions have often sidestepped real reforms. In many cases he has closed the very offices th

politics

FCC Chair Threats to Revise Broadcast Licenses Amid Iran Conflict Discourse

March 16, 2026

The Federal Communications Commission, led by chair Brendan Carr, has issued a stern warning to news outlets that it considers to be spreading false information about the Iran conflict. Carr’s message states that broadcasters who continue to present what he calls “hoaxes and distortions” risk losing

politics

Hungary’s Big Rally: A Clash of Two Leaders

March 15, 2026

In Budapest, a major political showdown unfolded on March 15. Two rival parties, each led by a prominent figure, staged massive marches to rally their bases before the April 12 election. The long‑time prime minister, who has ruled since 2010, faces a tough challenge from a centre‑right opponent who

celebrities

Celebrities Should Keep Their Political Talk to Themselves

March 12, 2026

Gene Simmons, the lead singer of the rock band KISS, has spoken out against actors and comedians who use their fame to share political views. In a recent interview, he said that people in the entertainment world should focus on their art instead of telling everyone what they think about politics. He

politics

Alabama Attorney General Fires Back at Oscar‑Nominated Prison Film

March 12, 2026

The Alabama Attorney General criticized a documentary that was nominated for an Oscar. He said the film, which shows inside Alabama prisons, does not focus on victims’ families. The director of the film was invited to the Oscars by the state’s officials, but they did not attend. The Attorne

politics

Social Media Turns War Into Meme‑Time

March 11, 2026

The Trump team turned a serious conflict into internet jokes. On February 28, they began military action against Iran, and the next week the White House started posting short videos that mixed war footage with popular culture. Characters from movies, TV shows and video games appeared in clips on Tik