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High School Sports Highlights: Tennis Wins and Soccer Showdowns

June 8, 2026

Alex Thomas of Notre Dame Academy clinched the Division 1 state tennis title, beating Colin Meixl and Alexander Bo in straight sets. His flawless record of 21‑0 leads into the team tournament, a boost after finishing third last year. In Division 1 doubles, Brookfield East’s Jake Zheng and Ryker Koc

sports

A Close Win at Michigan Speedway Before Rain Cut the Race Short

June 6, 2026

The ARCA Menards Series race at Michigan International Speedway last Friday ended in a surprise after just 57 laps—way earlier than planned. Gio Ruggiero, driving the No. 18 Toyota for First Auto Group, secured his third win of the season, but completing a full race proved unnecessary. Heavy rain fo

sports

What’s next for Jake Paul after his jaw injury?

June 5, 2026

Jake Paul’s boxing career took a serious hit last December when he fought Anthony Joshua, a former heavyweight champion. Most expected Paul to lose quickly, but he lasted until the sixth round—longer than 18 of Joshua’s past opponents. The catch? He left with a broken jaw, raising questions about hi

opinion

Gainesville’s music scene deserves more attention

June 3, 2026

Gainesville isn’t just known for its gators or football; it has a deep musical roots worth celebrating. The city gave birth to legends like Tom Petty, who started playing with his high school friends before The Heartbreakers took over the world. But Petty wasn’t alone. Musicians like Stephen Stills

entertainment

Sci‑Fi Movies Share a Secret Story Pattern

May 29, 2026

In many big sci‑fi flicks, the plots feel oddly alike. A researcher in the field says it isn’t a coincidence; instead, there’s a shared set of ideas. She points out that films such as Blade Runner, Avatar, and Dune all tackle themes of big powers, freedom, and how strong groups steer people’s

celebrities

Celebrities Who Celebrate Birthdays on May 28

May 28, 2026

The day of May 28 brings a mix of celebrated birthdays. One star, the singer Gladys Knight, turns 82 and has graced shows like “Hot In Cleveland” and “The Jeffersons. ” Another, the pop icon Kylie Minogue, marks her 58th year and has served as a judge on “The X Factor UK. ” In acting, Alexa

science

Young Scientists and Engineers Changing Healthcare and Science in Asia

May 28, 2026

This year’s standout young researchers and entrepreneurs in Asia are tackling big challenges in science and healthcare. Their work spans from decoding brain signals to designing AI tools that respect privacy. Some, like Hikari Okita, dive deep into genetics, studying xeno-nucleic acids (XNA). Unlike

politics

White House’s Social Media Skirmish Turns Into Public Humiliation

May 27, 2026

The White House tried to attack reporters for covering President Trump’s frequent naps, but the move backfired. The administration’s quick‑response account posted a dozen messages on X, calling journalists “sleeping” and sharing blurry photos of them blinking. The goal was to shut down coverage that

sports

Silva and White Clash Over a Fighter’s Future

May 27, 2026

Anderson Silva, once celebrated as one of the UFC’s finest, has struggled in recent years. After a series of defeats that began in 2013, the organization’s leader, Dana White, suggested it might be time for Silva to retire. Silva felt this was an overstep and has since avoided speaking with Wh

celebrities

New Beats and New Beginnings

May 27, 2026

Ziggy Marley has been busy. He survived a pandemic, turned his dad’s life into film, and released an album of duets with big names. Now he wants a fresh start. He built a new studio in Los Angeles called Rebel Lion Studio. It lets him try out recording at 432 Hz, a frequency he feels is more natura