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Families Gather for Candlelight Tribute After Air India Tragedy

June 12, 2026

Families of the 260 people who lost their lives when an Air India Boeing 787 crashed in Ahmedabad a year ago will meet on Friday for prayers and a candlelight ceremony. The memorial is held near the B. J. Medical College, close to the hostel where the wreckage landed. Politicians and officials wi

health

Support for Nursing Students Grows in Florence

June 12, 2026

A local hospital group gave a big gift to a nearby college that trains nurses. The donation was worth $75, 000 and will help keep the nursing course open at Florence‑Darlington Technical College. The money comes as nurses are in short supply across the country, and more people need care becaus

sports

New Paths for Future Stars

June 12, 2026

The University of Iowa is adding fresh talent to its 2027 roster, with two three‑star athletes recently signing on. Defensive back Jonathan Harris joined the Hawkeyes as their twelfth commitment for the upcoming class, while defensive lineman Bariyus Allen became the eleventh recruit to commit. Both

science

The Brain Detective Who Escaped a Dark Past

June 12, 2026

Tilly Edinger grew up in Frankfurt, surrounded by science and money. Her dad was a famous brain scientist, and her mother fought for women’s rights. From a young age she studied fossils at the Senckenberg Museum, working unpaid because it was a private shop. In 1921 she discovered that some fossil s

sports

49ers Eye a New Backfield Star

June 12, 2026

The San Francisco 49ers have shaken up their roster during the off‑season, trading away veteran receivers and adding big names like Mike Evans and Christian Kirk. In the draft they selected former Indiana running back Kaelon Black in the third round, a move that has drawn attention from NFL analysts

politics

California’s tax vote: Should high earners keep paying more for schools?

June 12, 2026

California voters will soon decide if wealthy residents should keep paying extra taxes to fund public schools. Enough signatures have been gathered to put the question on the November ballot. The proposal would lock in higher tax rates for top earners, originally approved in 2012 and extended in 201

sports

Big 12 faces legal warnings before deciding QB Sorsby's future

June 12, 2026

The Big 12 Conference suddenly found itself in a tough spot when Texas Tech briefly threatened legal action against the league. The issue started when Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby won a court battle to stay eligible after admitting to betting on games—including his own team—during his time

sports

Best Celebrity Takes from the Knicks' Epic Game 4 Win

June 12, 2026

The Knicks strolled into Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals knowing they were down 0-2 and staring at a likely series loss. Instead, they pulled off one of the wildest comebacks in Finals history, winning 107-106 after trailing by 29 points in the third quarter. Nearly 20, 000 fans packed Madison Square

health

How Moving Helps Students Feel Better and Connect

June 12, 2026

Research shows that staying active can boost mental health and help students feel less alone. But when it comes to exercise, does it matter if students work out in person or online? That’s the question behind a study that tracked how different types of physical activity affected college students. T

weather

Storm Alert: Wind and Lightning Expected in Southwest Virginia

June 12, 2026

A fast-moving storm is heading through parts of southwest Virginia today, bringing gusty winds and frequent lightning. The storm is traveling east at about 30 miles per hour and is expected to affect areas like Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Shawsville until late afternoon. Residents should expect