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Swimmers, Sprinters and Champions Line Up for Madrid Awards

March 3, 2026

Katie Ledecky is one of the athletes who will be honored at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid on April 20. She earned her place by winning both the 800‑meter and 1500‑meter freestyle races at last August’s World Swimming Championships. In the 800‑meter event, she became the first swimmer to

sports

College Games and Sports Shows Line Up for Thursday

February 18, 2026

The schedule for Thursday, Feb. 19, brings a mix of college basketball, golf, and other sports to TV screens across the country. First up, fans can catch two college men’s basketball matchups on CBSSN and ESPN2 between 6 p. m. and 9 p. m. The games feature FIU vs. Liberty, Memphis vs. South Flori

crime

Judge Faces New Charges Over Cult‑Related Mass Deaths

February 11, 2026

A Kenyan court on Wednesday added fresh accusations against Paul Mackenzie, a former cult leader, and seven associates. The new charges involve the deaths of 52 people whose shallow graves were uncovered in southeast Kenya in 2025. Mackenzie had already been charged with murder and terrorism for

politics

Haiti Faces a New Political Pause After Transition Council Ends

February 7, 2026

The Caribbean nation of Haiti has slipped into a state of uncertainty as its temporary governing body’s authority expired, leaving no clear next step for leadership. The nine‑person council that was set up in April to calm violent gang clashes and prepare for elections has seen its power fade amid

health

The Blurry Line Between Medical Science and Miracles

January 12, 2026

Medical breakthroughs often seem like miracles, but are they really? Or is it just science advancing at the right time? For some, it doesn't matter. They see both as divine intervention. Take Howard, a retired doctor, who beat lymphoma in 2002 with a standard chemo treatment. His specialist warned

religion

Faith, Families, and Choices: A Look at Young Women's Views in Burkina Faso

January 8, 2026

In Burkina Faso, young women and religious leaders have different ideas about family planning. This is not just about numbers. It's about power, culture, and who gets to decide what happens to a woman's body. Religious leaders often speak about big families as a blessing. They see children as a gif

environment

Global Wins: Identity, History, and Nature

January 5, 2026

People around the world are getting better access to official IDs. The World Bank's latest report shows that the number of people without any form of ID has dropped. In 2025, it was 800 million. That's a big drop from 2021 when it was 850 million. And way better than 2017 when over 1 billion people

politics

CAR's Election: A Test of Stability and Democracy

December 28, 2025

In the Central African Republic (CAR), President Faustin-Archange Touadera is aiming for a third term in office. This is happening during national elections where he highlights improvements in security, thanks to support from Russian mercenaries and Rwandan troops. Touadera, a 68-year-old former ma

religion

A Call for Kindness: Pope Leo XIV's Christmas Message

December 25, 2025

Pope Leo XIV, the first U. S. pope, made his debut Christmas speech to a crowd of 26, 000 people. He stood on the loggia above St. Peter's Square, delivering the traditional "Urbi et Orbi" address. This speech is a summary of the world's struggles. The pope emphasized the importance of empathy and

environment

Kenya's Fishy Export Numbers: A Closer Look

December 20, 2025

Kenya's trade in ornamental fish is facing some serious issues. A recent report by TRAFFIC has uncovered big differences between what Kenya says it exports and what other countries say they import. This isn't just about numbers; it's about money, the environment, and how well the country is managing