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Big Wins and New Beginnings in Massachusetts Sports

May 22, 2026

The end of the regular season brought a mix of thrilling victories and personal milestones for many teams across Massachusetts. In baseball, BC High seized its first Catholic Conference title in six years after a dramatic walk‑off win over St. John’s (Shrewsbury). The game highlighted the resilience

religion

What Americans really think about religion’s place in politics

May 20, 2026

A recent survey shows most Americans want to keep politics out of church services. Around two-thirds of people, including majorities from both political parties, say churches should avoid taking sides in political debates. The survey also found that nearly four in five Americans don’t want churches

religion

The Quiet Comeback of Faith in Modern America

May 20, 2026

For a long time, people assumed young Americans were walking away from religion for good. But something surprising is happening: a growing number of them are turning back to churches, temples, and prayer. This shift isn’t just small talk—it’s reshaping how some view the country’s future. Leaders oft

sports

Soccer Champs Shift Ahead as Colorado Forecast Turns Cold

May 19, 2026

The state’s top high‑school girls soccer games have been moved forward by two hours to dodge a wet, chilly weekend. All four matches will still be played at Switchbacks Weidner Field in Colorado Springs, the venue that has hosted the event for three years. The championships will take place on

sports

Spartans Dominate, No‑Hitter Stuns Opponents

May 19, 2026

Bella Jacobs kept the ball flying, tossing a flawless no‑hitter in her second consecutive start as Sycamore shut out Prairie Ridge, 4–0. The win came in a playoff warm‑up where both teams earned top seeds and first‑round byes, though they play in separate supersections this year. After a five‑inning

sports

High School Sports Highlights: Wins, Records and New Talents

May 18, 2026

The spring season is heating up, and the local high schools are producing a steady stream of standout performances. One player in Saugatuck soccer turned heads with four goals and two assists in a decisive 7‑0 victory, while another from Black River followed up her hat trick with a game‑winning goal

entertainment

Old Show Finds New Fans as Movies and Reboots Light the Way

May 18, 2026

Michael Mann has built a career that spans writing, producing and directing for more than sixty years. He began on the TV series Starsky & Hutch in the mid‑1970s and moved into films with his first feature, Thief, in 1981. His reputation grew with successes like Manhunter (1986), The Last of the

politics

America rings in its 250th with a bold faith event—and mixed reactions

May 18, 2026

On a sunny Sunday, thousands packed the National Mall for a mix of prayers, music, and speeches under the banner of "Rededicate 250. " Organizers pitched it as a national reset—bringing God and country together for the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday. But while supporters cheered patriotism and fai

religion

Are Americans Reconsidering Religion's Role in the Country?

May 18, 2026

A recent survey shows more Americans now think religion is becoming more influential in daily life. Only a few years ago, most people felt the opposite. Back in 2024, just 18% believed religion was growing stronger, but now that number has nearly doubled to 37%. Meanwhile, those who think religion i

opinion

Lessons in faith from stepping into unknown churches

May 18, 2026

Many people avoid unfamiliar places of worship without really knowing why. One person shared how, as a young teen, they refused an invitation to visit a church just because they had never set foot inside before. At the time, stepping into that space felt like crossing an invisible line. Years later,