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Section V Stars: Who Shined Brightest This Week?

January 20, 2026

Section V athletes are making waves, and it's time to decide who stood out the most from January 12-18. The vote is open until 8 p. m. Thursday, and the winner will be revealed on Instagram Friday morning. Anyone can nominate an athlete by sending an email, but only those who play on Section V boys

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Scarborough's Isabella Harmon: A Day of Personal Bests

January 20, 2026

At the University of Southern Maine indoor track facility, Scarborough High senior Isabella Harmon was the last one standing. While most athletes had already left, she was still working on her pole vault, aiming to improve her personal best. Earlier, she had already won the high jump and placed thir

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Faustin-Archange Touadera Wins Again in Central African Republic

January 19, 2026

In a move that has sparked debate, the Constitutional Court of the Central African Republic has confirmed Faustin-Archange Touadera as the winner of the recent presidential election. This victory grants him a third term in office, following a vote that took place on December 28. Touadera's opponent

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Portugal's Presidential Election: A Close Call with Far-Right in the Mix

January 19, 2026

Portugal is in the middle of a tight presidential race. Voters are choosing their next leader, and the results are far from clear. Three candidates are neck and neck, including Andre Ventura from the far-right Cheap party. This is a big deal because Portugal hasn't had a runoff in a presidential ele

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Faustin-Archange Touadera: A Controversial Victory in the Central African Republic

January 6, 2026

In a move that has sparked debate, Faustin-Archange Touadera has secured another term as the President of the Central African Republic. The election, held on December 28, saw Touadera gain a significant lead with 74. 6% of the votes. This is not his first win, but his third term, made possible by a

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SMU's Big Win Over North Carolina

January 4, 2026

In a thrilling matchup, SMU's basketball team pulled off a significant victory against the 12th-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels. The game, held on January 3, 2026, marked a pivotal moment for the Mustangs, especially for their second-year coach, Andy Enfield. It was their first win against a ranked

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Gabon's Government Shake-Up After Credit Rating Drop

January 3, 2026

Gabon's President, Brice Oligui Nguema, made a big move. He fired the country's finance minister, Henri Claude Oyima. This happened just days after Gabon's credit rating was downgraded. The rating fell even further into junk status. The president didn't give any reasons for the firing. But, it's cl

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CAR's Election: A Test of Stability and Democracy

December 28, 2025

In the Central African Republic (CAR), President Faustin-Archange Touadera is aiming for a third term in office. This is happening during national elections where he highlights improvements in security, thanks to support from Russian mercenaries and Rwandan troops. Touadera, a 68-year-old former ma

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UNC Basketball Climbs Rankings, Eyes Bigger Challenges

December 22, 2025

UNC basketball is on the rise, making waves in the national polls. They secured a spot at No. 12 in the latest USA TODAY Sports coaches poll after a thrilling one-point victory over Ohio State. This win wasn't just any win—it was their third Quadrant 1 victory, a big deal for their NCAA Tournament s

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A Clash of Titans: North Carolina and Ohio State Set to Battle

December 20, 2025

North Carolina and Ohio State are set to face off in an exciting basketball showdown on Saturday. The Tar Heels, ranked 13th, have been on a hot streak, winning four straight games. Their latest victory was against East Tennessee State, where they dominated with a 77-58 win. Henri Veesaar was a stan