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Trump Faces the Cost of War in a Quiet Ceremony

March 7, 2026

In a quiet moment at Dover Air Force Base, former President Trump stood beside families to honor six soldiers who died in a Middle Eastern conflict. The ceremony highlighted the human toll of war, a topic he has often sidestepped during his time in office. Trump’s past remarks about military serv

politics

College Sports at Risk: Money, Media and the Future of College Athletics

March 7, 2026

The United States faces a potential collapse of its college sports system, according to a recent high‑profile discussion at the White House. Leaders from Congress, NCAA officials and conference commissioners met to debate how player‑pay rules are draining budgets and threatening the survival of many

business

Big Y’s 90‑Year Road to Expansion

March 7, 2026

The Big Y grocery chain, now nine decades old, is looking ahead to a future with more stores and smarter technology. In West Springfield’s busiest outlet, shoppers can choose between self‑service checkouts that offer AI help or a friendly cashier. The AI assists by looking up product codes and guidi

sports

RedHawks vs. Debate: The 31‑Game Quest

March 7, 2026

Miami’s men’s basketball team is set to finish its 31‑game unbeaten run against the Ohio Bobcats tonight. The game starts at 9 p. m. Eastern on ESPN2, and the talk about whether Miami deserves a spot in the big tournament is louder than ever. Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith said on Thursday’s

technology

Future Navy Fleets: Tech, Tactics and the Sea

March 7, 2026

The navy’s next big change is happening in San Diego. At the WEST conference, leaders from ships and cyber teams meet to plan the future. The navy is adding unmanned boats, smart software and new sensors to stay ready when enemies try to block the sea. Experts say that small, flexible units

sports

Griffin Jax: From High‑School Pitcher to Air Force Officer

March 7, 2026

Griffin Jax was born in Phoenix, Arizona on November 22, 1994, and grew up in Colorado where baseball became his passion. In high school he dominated the mound at Cherry Creek, earning a 7–1 record and a low ERA that earned him Colorado’s Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year award. Despite bei

weather

Storms Spread Across Eastern Michigan This Morning

March 7, 2026

Morning skies over Lower Michigan will gradually turn stormy, with showers and a few thunderstorms moving eastward. By mid‑morning the rain will cover more of the region, especially the eastern half, according to current radar data. The strongest storms are not expected to be as intense as yesterday

education

Women Power in Science: Building Bridges and Breaking Barriers

March 7, 2026

Research has long been a field where women face extra hurdles. Their achievements are often hidden behind larger networks that help them grow. These networks include groups, mentors, and online forums that share tips and support. They act like safety nets, catching people before they fall into is

weather

Storm Tragedy Claims Lives Near Fairview

March 6, 2026

A mother and her daughter lost their lives during a severe weather event in northern Oklahoma. The accident happened on Thursday night while they were traveling near Fairview, a small town about 100 miles northwest of Oklahoma City. Authorities located the crash on State Highway 60 and 243, roughly

weather

Rainy Weekend Turns to Sunny Spring Preview in Maryland

March 6, 2026

Fog rolls across Maryland early Friday, covering the sky with a thick blanket that limits visibility to less than half a mile. The cloud cover stays heavy through the day, while an east wind of five to ten miles per hour keeps temperatures low, topping out in the upper 40s—below the usual high of 51