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Should Boston sports teams trust their gut when making big calls?

May 4, 2026

The Red Sox just handed Chad Tracy a messy middle-of-the-season manager job. After Alex Cora got fired, Tracy stepped in with only six games to prove himself—hardly enough time to fix a roster that even more experienced coaches struggled with. Instead of giving him the full season to show what he ca

politics

Governor Debate Sparks Fire‑Like Rifts Over Gas, Homes and Climate

April 29, 2026

The debate that took place on Tuesday night in Pomona College’s historic auditorium turned into a heated showdown over California’s biggest pain points. Candidates took turns attacking each other while promising quick fixes for gas prices, housing shortages and climate‑related disasters. The Republ

politics

California Governor Debate: A Fresh Look at the Candidates

April 29, 2026

A debate held at Pomona College drew eight hopefuls for California’s governor seat. The event was watched by students just before the state begins mailing ballots for its June primary. The race is tight, with five contenders hovering near each other in the polls. A televised showdown was seen as a c

entertainment

Celebrity Highlights at 2026 Festival Line‑ups

April 27, 2026

The year’s biggest cultural events drew a star‑packed crowd, from film premieres to music festivals. At the “Michael” opening night, actors like Nia Long and Meagan Good mingled with music icons Usher and Chance the Rapper, creating a buzz that spread through social media. The Black Effect Pod

politics

California Governor Debate: Who’s Stepping Into the Spotlight?

April 23, 2026

The California governor race has shifted dramatically after Democratic front‑runner Eric Swalwell dropped out amid sexual misconduct claims. Governor Gavin Newsom stayed neutral before the debate but hinted that a Democrat is likely to win, even though polls show Republican challengers gaining tract

entertainment

Negotiators, New Stories: A Film World Built on Conflict

April 21, 2026

MFF & CO has secured the rights to William Ury’s book “Possible, ” a guide that turns disagreement into teamwork. The studio plans to weave the negotiator’s methods—like the “Path to Possible, ” a “Victory Speech, ” and a strategy called “The Balcony”—into a fictional universe. Instead of followi

opinion

When Faith Fills the Gap Left by Policy

April 18, 2026

In a time when leaders pulled back from refugee programs, a religious group stepped up to keep hope alive. After the attacks of 9‑11, the United States rebuilt its refugee system to protect both safety and compassion. The new plan screened people closely, showing that caring for strangers does

politics

Venezuela’s Leader Rejects Spanish Meeting, Keeps Options Open

April 18, 2026

Maria Corina Machado visited Spain to talk about Venezuela’s future. The Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez offered her a meeting, but she turned it down because the timing wasn’t right. Sanchez said he still welcomes her whenever she decides to come. Machado’s choice shows a gap between

science

Quorum Breakers: New Molecule Helps Antibiotics Fight Tough Bacteria

April 12, 2026

A common hospital bug, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, often ignores many drugs and sticks together in protective layers called biofilms. Researchers made a new type of chemical that stops the bacteria from talking to each other, a process known as quorum sensing. This “talk‑stopper” is based on N‑acyl homo

sports

The Future of the Welterweight Crown

April 11, 2026

Belal Muhammad has a clear view on who should fight for the UFC welterweight title and who will actually get that opportunity. He says Michael Morales, a fighter who has never lost a match and finished his recent opponent in the first round, deserves the shot. Morales’ win over Sean Brady at U