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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

technology

Tech Funding Moves Show Shift to Core Infrastructure

March 31, 2026

The latest wave of startup funding points toward a focus on the underlying systems that drive tomorrow’s technology. Investors are pouring money into projects that build the backbone for AI, space computing, and digital security rather than just new consumer apps. One standout deal is a $400 mill

religion

War and Faith: A Call for Peace

March 30, 2026

Pope Leo XIV opened his first Palm Sunday sermon by warning that many leaders use religion to justify fighting. He spoke to the crowd in St. Peter’s Square about Christians who are trapped in wars in places like the Middle East and Ukraine. The pope called Jesus “King of Peace” and said that no one

politics

Birthright Citizenship in the Balance: A Century‑Old Debate Revisited

March 29, 2026

The debate over who gets U. S. citizenship at birth has been alive for more than a hundred years, and it is back on the Supreme Court’s docket. In 1898, the court decided that a boy born in San Francisco to Chinese parents was indeed an American citizen, because the Constitution’s 14th Amendment say

celebrities

Big Names Turning a Year Older on March 29

March 29, 2026

The calendar marks another day for stars to celebrate. One of the most famous is Eric Idle, who reaches 83 years old today. He once made a playful documentary about the fictional band The Rutles, showing his love for parody and music. Brendan Gleeson also marks 71 this year. He is preparing to ta

politics

A Supervisor Steps Back in San Francisco’s Political War

March 29, 2026

San Francisco is buzzing after Supervisor Jackie Fielder checked into the hospital last Friday, sparking questions about what’s happening behind closed doors. Not long after her office described the situation as an "acute personal health crisis, " rumors surfaced that she might resign—less than two

religion

Pope Visits Monaco: A Call for Sharing Wealth

March 28, 2026

The Pope flew to Monaco, a tiny state on the French coast known for its wealthy residents and luxury boats. He arrived by helicopter from Rome and met with Prince Albert, the head of state. During his visit, he told people that no good deed should be kept for themselves; it should be shared to he

sports

Heat Push for Playoff Spot While Teams Scramble for East Seed

March 28, 2026

The NBA regular season is winding down, and the race for the fifth spot in the Eastern Conference has become a tight contest. Six teams are within two games of each other, with the Hawks holding the current top position at 41-32. The Raptors, 76ers, Magic, Hornets, and Heat trail closely behind, all

religion

Pope Visits Monaco to Ask Rich People to Share

March 28, 2026

The Pope flew by helicopter from the Vatican to Monaco, a tiny country on the French coast that is famous for its rich residents and fancy boats. He met with Prince Albert, who is the head of state there. The Pope said that people who have a lot should help those who do not. He told the Prince an

business

Budget Battles: How a School District Scrutinized Contracts and Trips

March 27, 2026

A recent probe in a large Colorado school district has turned the spotlight on nearly $3 million of contracts and questions about international travel. The investigation, led by the board president, focuses on agreements signed between the district and a Texas‑based education firm called Education A