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How Policies Shape Faith and Family

March 17, 2026

In the United States, people who say they have no religious affiliation—often called “nones”—now outnumber Catholics and trail Protestants by only a few points. Although many of these nones still believe in God, they differ from traditional churchgoers in ways that can affect society. Studies show t

politics

Spain's King Faces the Shadows of History

March 17, 2026

For the first time, Spain’s royal family has openly talked about the country’s colonial past. During a recent visit to Madrid’s archaeology museum, King Felipe VI admitted that colonial laws often failed to protect Indigenous people. He pointed out that forced labor, stolen land, and violence were r

religion

Pope Talks to Journalist Who Questions a Powerful Catholic Group

March 16, 2026

The head of the Catholic Church sat down with a British writer who claims that a well‑known religious community is hiding serious problems. The meeting took place on Monday in the heart of Vatican City. The writer, who has published a book last year about the organization, asked the pope to start an

weather

Storm Alert Forces Early School Dismissals in Central Pennsylvania

March 16, 2026

Central Pennsylvania faces a storm warning that could bring strong winds and tornadoes. The National Weather Service has issued high wind alerts for most of the state, lasting into the evening and even until 8 a. m. Tuesday in some areas. Winter weather advisories also cover parts of the west and ce

religion

Peter Thiel’s Secret Rome Talks Stir Church Debate

March 15, 2026

A billionaire from Silicon Valley is holding a closed‑door meeting in Rome. The event, which started on Sunday and will finish Wednesday, talks about a figure called the Antichrist. Only invited guests can attend; journalists are not allowed. The place of the talks is not known to the public. Peopl

education

A Night of Vintage Fun to Boost School Funds

March 15, 2026

The Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic School is hosting a unique fundraising event that takes guests back to the roaring twenties. The evening, set for March 21 at the parish activity center, will feature a speakeasy theme complete with jazz music, dim lighting, and themed food. The school’s Home a

sports

Kevin Vallejos: From Batán to the UFC Octagon

March 14, 2026

Kevin Vallejos grew up in Batán, a quiet town near Mar del Plata in Argentina. He began training in mixed‑martial arts when he was 16, just for fun. The idea of fighting in the UFC never crossed his mind at first. In September 2023, he faced Jean Silva on Dana White’s Contender Series. He lost and

religion

Education Levels Vary Widely Among U. S. Religions

March 13, 2026

The latest national survey shows that people who follow smaller religions tend to have higher education. Hindu and Jewish Americans lead the way, with about 70 % of Hindus and 65 % of Jews holding a bachelor’s degree or more. These groups are tiny in the country, making up less than 1 % and ab

sports

High‑School Hoops Heat and New Coaching Moves

March 12, 2026

Massachusetts high‑school basketball is buzzing as playoff games deliver tight finishes and standout performances. In one matchup, a sixth‑seeded team edged past the seventh seed with a 68-65 win, thanks to a player who added 46 points and stole the ball ten times. His season total of 154 points ove

politics

Minnesota’s Tax Credit Tug‑of‑War: Schools, Money and Politics

March 12, 2026

The new federal tax bill offers a $1, 700 credit for people who give money to groups that hand out scholarships. Minnesota can choose to adopt the rule, but only if it wants its residents to benefit from it. House Republicans have pushed the state to sign up, threatening to pull back support for bu