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A New Book and Old Questions: JD Vance’s Faith Journey

April 1, 2026

JD Vance is releasing a book about his faith this June. Called "Communion, " it talks about how he rediscovered religion later in life. At 41, he’s sharing his story about losing and then regaining his Christian belief. Vance grew up in a religious household but drifted away as a young adult. In the

politics

Why Are Celebrities Pushing to Close Kids' Immigration Lockups?

April 1, 2026

A group of big names in Hollywood, along with doctors and policy experts, just signed a letter demanding an end to a Texas facility where kids are held in immigration detention. The Dilley center, run far from cities, has faced criticism for how it treats children and families. The letter says no yo

celebrities

Celebrities Celebrate March 31st Birthdays

March 31, 2026

March 31 brings a mix of seasoned actors, rising directors, and iconic musicians into the spotlight. Christopher Walken turns 83, having recently joined the cast of “Severance. ” Meanwhile, Rhea Perlman celebrates 78 years, with a middle name that many fans might not know. Ewan McGregor marks 55, an

politics

Russia Tightens Grip on Internet Freedom

March 31, 2026

Russian officials are stepping up efforts to shut down virtual private networks, tools that many citizens use to bypass state censorship. The digital ministry announced plans to limit VPN access while trying not to disrupt everyday life too much. The move comes amid a broader crackdown that has a

technology

Social Media’s Hidden Toll on Kids

March 31, 2026

A recent court decision in California found that big tech firms, including the company behind Facebook and Instagram, can be held responsible for harming a young woman’s mental health. The case focused on how these platforms are built to keep users, especially children, hooked. In a separate tria

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

sports

Illinois Fans Cannot Bet on Their Own Team in the Final Four

March 31, 2026

In Illinois, people can place bets on most sports online. But there is one big exception: the state’s own college basketball teams are off limits for wagering. The law says you cannot bet on any in‑state NCAA school, no matter the game or championship. So when Illinois’ University of Illino

religion

Youth, Faith and School Rules

March 31, 2026

In a high‑school hallway near Tel Aviv, a student named Orel Malik began arranging tefillin on a table during lunch. Tefillin are small leather boxes that hold sacred scrolls, worn by observant men during morning prayers. Malik’s goal was to invite classmates to pause and pray between lessons. When

sports

NBA teams cut ties with Jaden Ivey after comments spark debate

March 31, 2026

The Chicago Bulls decided to release guard Jaden Ivey this week, ending his brief time with the team. This move followed a series of videos where he called Pride Night celebrations at NBA games an endorsement of "unrighteousness. " His departure comes as no surprise to many fans, given his limited i

health

Teens and Dementia: What Young People Actually Know

March 31, 2026

A new survey took a close look at how much 11 to 18-year-olds in England understand about dementia. The research team wanted to see whether knowing about the condition differs across groups like gender, family income, or where someone lives. They also tried to figure out which experiences—like havin