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Puzzle time: Sports edition joins the game with clues for April 22

April 22, 2026

Daily puzzle fans have a fresh challenge waiting for them today. A sports-themed word puzzle dropped recently, mixing baseball fields, football teams, national symbols, and soccer stars. Players can grab hints, test their guesses, or peek at full answers online. The twist? This one doesn’t live insi

sports

Is Arsenal playing it too safe with Arteta?

April 16, 2026

Arsenal’s recent seasons under Arteta have shown steady progress but also frustrating limits. The team has climbed from mid-table to title contenders, yet when pressure mounts, their style often flips from confident to cautious. Many fans and pundits now wonder: is tight control actually holding the

sports

College Sports Can’t Thrive Without Strong Leaders

April 11, 2026

Strong head coaches are key to keeping college athletics healthy. When a program is led by someone who can build a culture of respect and consistency, the whole team benefits. Eli Drinkwitz is an example. After taking a college football program through a rough patch, he has turned it into a t

technology

Cracking open the secrets of tiny materials with super-powered magnets

April 10, 2026

Scientists use tiny, sponge-like materials called microporous materials for some really important jobs. Things like cleaning up pollution, delivering medicine inside your body, or even helping make chemicals more efficiently. But to make these materials work better, researchers first need to underst

sports

High‑School Sports Highlights: Wins, Home Runs and Goal‑Scoring Storms

March 31, 2026

Bella Pires lit up the scoreboard for Weymouth High, hitting a home run, a double and drawing two walks while driving in five runs. Her performance helped the Wildcats defeat Pembroke with a final score of 18‑8 on March 30. Jillian Ondrick and Abby Reed also shone for the Wildcats, each collectin

science

Ralph the Dog: A Furry Friend Turning Science

March 23, 2026

The Rowe family met a lovable pup named Ralph at an adoption fair in 2012 and instantly felt he belonged with them. The dog was gentle, loved games like frisbee, enjoyed mountain hikes and swimming, and had a quirky look with short legs and a big head that drew smiles from everyone. Ralph proved

crime

A Family Tale Turned Crime Story

March 19, 2026

The New York Times has teamed up with Serial Productions to launch a new five‑episode true‑crime podcast called “The Idiot. ” The series follows the life of Allen, a relative of opinion columnist M. Gessen, whose shocking conviction for attempting to hire a hitman against his former wife sets the pl

sports

Hawks Drop Magic City Promo, Fans Still Get Gear

March 16, 2026

The Atlanta Hawks decided to call off a special event that was supposed to bring the Magic City club into their arena. The plan, set for a March 16 game against Orlando, had promised a unique experience and special merch. Instead of the planned live recording with owner Jami Gertz, rapper T. I. , an

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Rockies Gear Up: Roster Uncertainty and New Beginnings

March 11, 2026

The Rockies are busy shaping a 26‑man squad for the season opener on March 27 in Miami. Decision makers like DePodesta, Byrnes and Schaeffer juggle stats, experience, minor‑league options and gut feelings. Who will be the fifth starter? Options include Chase Dollander, Ryan Feltner or a retooled

environment

Funding for Green Scholars in Ohio

March 3, 2026

The Ohio Association of Litter Prevention and Recycling Professionals is now accepting entries for its yearly C. R. Meyers Scholarship, which hands out a $1, 000 grant to students studying environmental science or education. The group works statewide to train and lead people who manage solid wast