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green mountain academy

When Old-School Knicks Swept Philly and Left a Mark

May 11, 2026

In the age before viral clips and memes, a single moment captured the raw emotion of a playoff series. The New York Knicks rolled into Philadelphia and stunned the Sixers with a clean sweep. Charles Oakley, the team’s tough guy and locker-room voice, made sure the victory left a lasting image. He se

lifestyle

A Young Skier’s Legacy Helps Others Hit the Slopes

May 11, 2026

Nine-year-old Zakaria Bel Qaid spent his last day alive doing something many kids love—playing outside with his sister. But a sudden accident changed everything when a tree collapsed onto the school playground in Melrose, leaving Zakaria critically injured. First responders rushed him and two others

sports

Is watching NFL games really costing fans $1, 000 a season?

May 11, 2026

Sports fans often complain about rising costs, but Donald Trump took it further by claiming NFL games cost $1, 000 per game when streaming. That number sounds shocking, but it’s misleading. Most NFL games—87%—are actually free on regular TV. Only a few are locked behind pricey streaming services lik

environment

Choosing the Right Green Toilet Paper Isn’t Always Simple

May 11, 2026

Most people grab toilet paper without thinking twice, but picking the right kind can actually make a difference for the planet. Traditional toilet paper comes from trees, often cut down in places like Canada or Brazil, and its production uses huge amounts of water and energy. Even worse, the bleachi

science

Mountain Fish Genomes Reveal How Extra DNA Helps Survive High Altitudes

May 10, 2026

A new study shows how a mountain fish called Schizothorax nukiangensis has extra copies of its genes that let it thrive in fast‑moving, low‑oxygen rivers. Scientists first measured the fish’s DNA size and chromosome number. They found 100 chromosomes arranged in 25 matching pairs, meaning the fis

politics

From Lost to Leader: A Return to the Roots

May 10, 2026

Moore stepped onto a familiar field at Valley Forge Military Academy, a place that once nudged him toward a path he later tried to leave. The campus is preparing to close its middle‑school program after nearly 100 years, but the college portion will stay open. He used this moment to speak about how

sports

Indoor Golf’s Big Leap: From Korean Trend to U. S. Boom

May 10, 2026

Golfzon now runs more than 6, 500 indoor golf simulator sites across South Korea, owning a large share of the country’s off‑course market. Years ago, many Koreans saw simulators as just a fancy video game, but that view has flipped. Today the company reports twice as many rounds inside its centers t

environment

A Fresh Look at Protecting Flathead Lake

May 10, 2026

Flathead Lake is famous for its clear water, and that clarity comes from careful choices made by people over many years. Those decisions were based on old knowledge, modern science and solid rules, because once water gets dirty it is hard to clean up again. Even though more people are moving into t

education

NYC parents and teachers raise concerns over AI use in schools

May 10, 2026

New York City is rolling out rules on how artificial intelligence can be used in its public schools, but many parents and teachers aren't happy. Over 6, 000 people shared their opinions during the 45-day feedback period that just ended. Critics say the plan is rushed and may harm students by making

science

Curiosity’s rocky hiccup and other science highlights this week

May 10, 2026

NASA’s Curiosity rover hit an unexpected snag on Mars when a chunk of rock refused to let go after drilling. The stubborn slab, nicknamed Atacama, weighed about 30 pounds—roughly as heavy as a big dog—and stuck to the drill bit like glue. Engineers had to tilt, spin, and shake the drill for days bef