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New Pathways to Glory: The Alfond Village Plan

May 6, 2026

The University of Maine has unveiled sketches for a new “Athletics Village” that will link its sports arenas with wide walkways, benches, signs and statues. The project is entirely funded by private donors and aims to make the campus feel more welcoming while showcasing Maine’s natural scenery. The

sports

Hong Kong’s Dragon Boat Festival: More Than Just Races

May 6, 2026

Every summer, Hong Kong turns into a giant celebration of speed, tradition, and community. The 2026 Dragon Boat Festival is no exception. Instead of just watching teams paddle furiously, visitors get a full 13-day festival that mixes old customs with modern fun. The main races happen on June 27 and

sports

College Sports Cash Flow: The Big Ten’s $1. 37 Billion Windfall

May 4, 2026

The Big Ten has just handed out a record‑setting $1. 37 billion to its 18 schools for the year ending June 30, 2025, a jump of $490 million from last year. The amount dwarfs the SEC’s $1. 03 billion payout announced earlier this month, showing that college athletics still churns out huge profits. ...

health

Couples Talk, Women Gain Power: A New Approach in Ethiopia

May 2, 2026

In a region of central Ethiopia, many women face harm from their partners. A study set out to test whether talking with partners in community health settings could change how women see and handle this danger. Researchers chose several villages, split them into two groups, and offered one group a pro

politics

Trump's Florida Tour: A Look at Politics, Security, and Public Mood

May 2, 2026

The former president is heading to Florida for his first public appearance since a recent security scare. This trip isn't just about politics—it's a chance to reconnect with supporters and test the mood of a key voting group. The Villages, a massive retirement community known for its strong Republic

education

College Voices: How One Man’s Stand Shaped Academic Freedom

May 1, 2026

Harry Keyishian was a Shakespeare teacher who, in the early 1960s, turned into a symbol of free speech on campus. He refused to sign New York’s loyalty oath in 1961, a rule that forced teachers to swear they were not involved with the Communist Party or any other “subversive” group. Because of this

entertainment

Cat‑Friendly Adventure: Jeju’s New Forest Park

April 30, 2026

The new park, called Dolcori Forest, opened in late October on Jeju Island. It sits on the old Soingook Theme Park grounds and covers about 18, 000 pyeong. The idea is a village made by cats that have travelled the world, inviting visitors to relax and stay awhile. The park mixes nature, local st

business

Dam Nation Battles Blueprint Over Unpaid Deal

April 30, 2026

A group that once represented Oregon State athletes is suing a sports marketing firm for not honoring a contract. The collective, started by former team manager Kyle Bjornstad, claims Blueprint Sports promised to buy it for $166, 828. 50 and make monthly payments starting in August 2025. Only two pa

environment

River Runoff: How Mining Threatens Thailand’s Food and Fish

April 30, 2026

The Mekong River, a lifeline for 70 million people across Southeast Asia, is facing a new danger that could endanger the region’s food supply. Rare‑earth mining, driven by global demand for electronics and military equipment, is creating toxic runoff that flows into the river’s tributaries. Th

politics

Village Lost in Conflict

April 30, 2026

A quiet parking lot near Beirut’s coast holds a makeshift sign that says “Kfar Kila welcomes you. ” The sign is taped to a traffic light pole beside a tarp tent that now serves as a home for Hassan Yahya. The cardboard board is the only reminder of a village that once thrived along Lebanon’s souther

New Pathways to Glory: The Alfond Village Plan

Hong Kong’s Dragon Boat Festival: More Than Just Races

College Sports Cash Flow: The Big Ten’s $1. 37 Billion Windfall

Couples Talk, Women Gain Power: A New Approach in Ethiopia

Trump's Florida Tour: A Look at Politics, Security, and Public Mood

College Voices: How One Man’s Stand Shaped Academic Freedom

Cat‑Friendly Adventure: Jeju’s New Forest Park

Dam Nation Battles Blueprint Over Unpaid Deal

River Runoff: How Mining Threatens Thailand’s Food and Fish

Village Lost in Conflict

College Sports Cash Flow: The Big Ten’s $1. 37 Billion Windfall