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Why a College Football Video Game Rated Oregon’s Star Cornerback So Low

June 28, 2026

Brandon Finney Jr. shut down some of the toughest receivers in college football last season. The Oregon Ducks freshman faced 50 passes from top-notch wideouts at Indiana, USC, Washington, and Penn State. He gave up only 20 catches and allowed just one touchdown. That’s elite play for a true freshman

business

Red Lobster's Shrimp Promotion: A Costly Lesson in Business Moves

June 27, 2026

Red Lobster’s famous unlimited shrimp deal became a financial disaster after a major investor pushed to make it permanent. The promotion once drew crowds but turned into a money-losing mess. In just three months, the chain lost $11 million because the deal was too good to be true for customers—and t

science

Space Shuttle Endeavour Finally Stages Its Grand Entrance in Los Angeles

June 26, 2026

The California Science Center had a bold plan nearly thirty years ago: bring a real space shuttle to the City of Angels. The idea was part of a three‑step strategy, and it came true when Endeavour was revealed in its launch form at the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center. The event drew a crowd of re

sports

Sports Showdown Turns Into A Lesson on Respect

June 26, 2026

In a recent game, a player from the Yankees made a bold move that drew laughter from some broadcasters and disappointment from many fans. He stepped into the batter’s box, waved a beer in front of the umpire, and shouted, “Hold my beer. ” The gesture was seen by some as a playful stunt, but others f

politics

Celebrating 250 Years: A Fair on the Mall

June 26, 2026

The National Mall hosted a new fair to kick off the United States’ 250th‑anniversary celebrations. A towering Ferris wheel and a rodeo show drew families to the promenade that links the Capitol with the Washington Monument. The fair opened on Thursday after President Donald Trump hosted a rally the

business

Cerebras Shares Drop Despite Strong Earnings: What the Numbers Really Say

June 25, 2026

Cerebras Systems saw its stock fall nearly 20 % on Wednesday, even though the company posted a solid first‑quarter report. The dip came after the firm announced that its gross margin for the core business will likely be between 38 % and 41 % for the full year, down from the 47 % margin it posted in

politics

South Korea Holds Church Founder in Custody Over Political Push

June 25, 2026

A Seoul court has ordered the detention of Lee Man‑hee, a 95‑year‑old religious leader who started the Shincheonji Church of Jesus. Prosecutors say he helped thousands of his followers join the People Power Party before big elections, a move that violates South Korea’s Political Parties Act. The law

opinion

Why We Should Celebrate Big Success Instead of Punishing It

June 25, 2026

People often forget that billionaires got rich by solving problems, not creating them. Elon Musk didn’t cause homelessness or failing schools—those issues existed long before his companies became successful. Yet some now argue that because he has money, he must fix those problems right away. That id

health

Big Grants Boost New Ways to Save Babies and Fight Overdoses

June 24, 2026

The University of California, San Diego has just secured two sizeable research awards that together amount to $16 million. One grant comes from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, a federal program that looks to speed up life‑changing medical inventions. It will fund a team led by elec

politics

A New Mayor, A New Game

June 24, 2026

The city’s political scene changed when Zohran Mamdani won the mayoral race, turning a quiet campaign into a full‑scale power shift. After defeating Andrew Cuomo in the primary, Mamdani didn’t stop at the mayor’s office; he started picking allies for Congress and other key positions, proving that a