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Knicks Fans Turn Playoff Games Into a Fashion Show

May 26, 2026

New York Knicks fans aren’t just cheering loudly—they’re dressing to impress. With the team one win away from the NBA Finals for the first time in 25 years, fans have turned Madison Square Garden into a courtside runway. Gone are the days when playoff outfits were just team jerseys. Now, supporters

celebrities

Celebrating Stars: Birthdays in Early June

May 26, 2026

Early June marks another batch of notable birthdays across entertainment. A mix of veterans and newer faces share this week, showing how careers span decades. Clint Eastwood turns 96, proving age is just a number in Hollywood. Established stars like Morgan Freeman and Liam Cunningham hit big birthda

health

25 years of global medicine approvals: A quiet milestone with big impact

May 26, 2026

For a quarter century, a special system has quietly shaped how life-saving drugs reach people worldwide. Since its launch, this program has vetted over 500 medicines, making them eligible for purchase by international agencies and governments. That’s more than just a number—it represents real access

health

When Ebola Meets Distrust in Congo

May 26, 2026

In eastern Congo, two battles rage at once. One is against a rare Ebola strain with no cure. The other is against fear—fear that turns aid workers into targets. Volunteers like Vanny Birungi meet hostility daily, not just from the virus but from the people they try to help. Stones and shouts greet h

health

Tick Safety Made Simple: What You Need to Know

May 26, 2026

Spring and summer mean more outdoor time, but they also bring tiny risks most people overlook. Ticks and mosquitoes become more active when the weather warms up, turning simple walks in the grass or backyard gatherings into potential health concerns. The Kane County Health Department is stepping in

lifestyle

Simple ways to dodge common mistakes as you get older

May 26, 2026

As people move through life, time forces big changes in what they can and cannot do. The real trick isn’t learning new skills, but knowing which old tricks to drop before they trip you up. Staying safe doesn’t mean following a rulebook—it means spotting dangers that feel familiar but waste your stre

opinion

Memorial Day isn't just about long weekends or store discounts

May 26, 2026

Memorial Day means more than sunny picnics and big sales. Behind those store signs and holiday plans lie families who lost loved ones in wars. Like the Sullivans from Iowa—five brothers who died together when their ship sank in 1942. Or the Nilands, whose home was shattered when three sons died in t

entertainment

Trivia Nights in Eugene: Fun, Not Fuss

May 26, 2026

Geo Carcamo turned his love for people into a weekly habit in Eugene and Springfield. Since 2017, he’s been hosting trivia nights that feel more like game night with friends than a test of smarts. His events run Mondays at PublicHouse in Springfield and Tuesdays at beergarden in Eugene, drawing team

technology

Diesel Fuel Changes: What It Means for Your Engine

May 26, 2026

Back in the early 2000s, diesel engines faced a big problem. They were powerful and efficient, but they also released a lot of harmful pollution. The Dieselgate scandal showed just how bad things had gotten. That’s when new rules came in to clean up diesel fuel. In 2006, ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULS

science

Making Babies in Space? A Small Step for Science

May 26, 2026

Scientists are testing if humans can reproduce safely beyond Earth. China recently sent artificial human embryos to its space station to study how microgravity affects early development. The goal isn't to create space babies yet—but to understand the risks first. The experiment used two types of la