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A High School Program Paving the Way for Future Film Makers

June 12, 2026

In Los Angeles, breaking into Hollywood often feels like an impossible goal for many young people. Yet, a new high school film and television program is changing that narrative by celebrating its first graduating class. Forty-six students are now stepping into the spotlight after completing the uni

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College sports rules: Who should decide the future?

June 5, 2026

College sports are in a mess with no clear rules. Some want Congress to step in and create national guidelines, while others argue that powerhouse conferences should keep control. Nick Saban, the famous Alabama coach, recently told senators that the current system is broken and needs fixing. He supp

politics

College Sports Under New Congressional Watch

June 2, 2026

A new bipartisan proposal from Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell has thrown the world of college athletics into a debate about federal control. The bill, spanning 111 pages, tackles everything from how long players can compete to when teams can hire coaches and how television revenue is shared am

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Behind the scenes of global oddities and everyday heroes

May 31, 2026

In a quiet English village, a giant prehistoric figure is getting a fresh coat of chalk. The Cerne Abbas Giant, standing tall at 180 feet, has watched over Dorset for centuries. Experts recently confirmed it was likely carved by Saxons between 700 and 1100 AD. Now, workers are scraping away old chal

health

Journey of a Century‑Old Health Institute in Brazil

May 29, 2026

The Instituto Oswaldo Cruz, now 125 years old, has moved alongside Brazil’s big changes of the last hundred years. It began when scientists first studied diseases that were killing people all over the country. From those early days, the institute has looked for ways to stop infections and make

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Celebrities Who Celebrate Birthdays on May 28

May 28, 2026

The day of May 28 brings a mix of celebrated birthdays. One star, the singer Gladys Knight, turns 82 and has graced shows like “Hot In Cleveland” and “The Jeffersons. ” Another, the pop icon Kylie Minogue, marks her 58th year and has served as a judge on “The X Factor UK. ” In acting, Alexa

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Summer Books: Fresh Nonfiction Picks for the Hot Days

May 25, 2026

The sun is coming up, and so are new books that can keep you company on the beach or in a cool chair. Instead of diving straight into fiction, this list highlights nonfiction titles that cover food, sports, history, and more. A memoir from a key figure in the late‑1970s music scene tells the s

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The FCC, Kimmel and a Trump Joke: A Media Drama Unfolds

April 29, 2026

The federal regulator announced a challenge to Disney’s eight TV licenses on the same day that President Trump’s team was pushing to silence a comedian. Jimmy Kimmel, who hosts the nightly talk show, chose not to comment on the government’s scrutiny of Disney. Instead he turned his monologue toward

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Celebrating April 28: Stars, History and Fun Facts

April 28, 2026

On this day, the world turns its spotlight on a mix of film stars, musicians, and historical figures. The most talked‑about birthday is that of Spanish actress Penelope Cruz, who turns 52. She has two kids, Leo and Luna, and continues to charm audiences in both Hollywood and Spanish cinema. Anoth