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Pope Leo’s Soccer Split: Home Team Spirit Before Vatican Duties

June 7, 2026

Pope Leo, who spent most of his career outside the U. S. before leading the Catholic Church, just made his soccer loyalties clear. Back in 2025, he told reporters he’d always cheer for Peru over his American homeland in matches. With Peru out of this year’s World Cup, though, the stage is set for so

politics

Trying out stem cell therapy abroad

June 7, 2026

A U. S. politician recently traveled to Mexico for a non-traditional health procedure. Marjorie Taylor Greene, known for her strong opinions, visited Puerto Vallarta with her fiancé last weekend. They chose stem cell therapy through IV drips, claiming it helps with aging and overall wellness. Greene

sports

Athletes and substance use: the hidden struggles behind the scenes

June 7, 2026

Sports can push athletes to their limits, but what happens when substances become a way to escape rather than excel? A recent review examined why some athletes turn to drugs, not for an edge in competition, but to handle the pressures that come with the job. Instead of focusing on cheating, this res

politics

California’s population slowdown: what it means for the future

June 7, 2026

California grew fast in the mid-1900s, adding nearly 13 million people between 1940 and 1970. Most were Americans moving for jobs, along with a baby boom. Cities expanded quickly, building new schools, roads, and water systems to keep up. But growth slowed in the 1970s as the economy shifted from fa

religion

Pope Leo XIV’s Spain trip: A closer look at faith, politics, and tough issues

June 7, 2026

The first American pope is heading to Spain this week, and his visit isn’t just a routine check-in with locals. Leo XIV is making the trip at a time when Europe’s migration crisis and deep political divides are shaping debates far beyond its borders. His schedule includes stops at migrant centers in

politics

A Birthday Bash Leans Into Wild Ideas

June 7, 2026

Digging into politics can feel like watching a wrestling match these days, and the invites for Trump’s 80th birthday in the White House backyard don’t disappoint. Born the same year the country turned 250, the suggestion is more “big fight night” than “polite party. ” Throw in a dunk tank for a poli

politics

Why labels matter when talking about migration

June 7, 2026

An old word has suddenly become controversial. For over two hundred years, US laws used “alien” to describe people who are not citizens. That term appeared long before the country’s independence, in a law from 1790, and stayed in official use since 1798. The word simply filled a gap—there was no bet

finance

Big Banks Fight Back Against Crypto with Their Own Digital Money

June 7, 2026

Banks like JPMorgan, Citigroup, Wells Fargo, and Bank of America are teaming up to create their own digital money system. This network will start next year through their payment company called Clearing House. It's their way of competing with cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, which have grown a lot i

entertainment

Netflix's short crime drama makes a big splash quickly

June 7, 2026

A brand-new crime series on Netflix zoomed up the popularity list just 48 hours after it launched. The show, set in the early 90s, centers on a brutal murder case that happened then and how it changed a family forever. While many crime shows drag on for years, this one wraps up in just three parts.

politics

Health experts silenced at diabetes event over political criticism

June 7, 2026

Last year in New Orleans, a group of medical professionals found themselves in an unexpected situation. During a major diabetes conference organized by a respected health association, local police arrived and removed several attendees. The reason? These attendees were handing out a document that cri