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Mitch McConnell’s Mysterious Absence: Kentucky Governor Demands Answers

July 12, 2026

Mitch McConnell, the longest‑serving Senate leader and a key figure in Kentucky politics, has not appeared in Washington for three weeks. He was first admitted to a hospital in early June for an undisclosed illness, and since then his office has only sent brief updates. A leaked audio clip fro

education

Marmion Academy Opens Doors for Girls Sports

July 11, 2026

A decision made in November 2024 by Abbot Joel Rippinger and the monastic community at Marmion Abbey marked a turning point for the Aurora school, which had been all‑male since its founding in 1933. The institution announced that it would accept female students for the first time and, consequently,

sports

Thrilling WNBA Showdown: Big Plays to Watch

July 9, 2026

The night’s matchups bring high stakes for several teams. Atlanta Dream faces Seattle Storm in a game that could break the Dream’s five‑game losing streak, while Indiana Fever meets Phoenix Mercury after a tough loss to Los Angeles Sparks. The Fever’s drop to the seventh seed raises questions about

politics

Kentucky Governor Calls for Senate Health Update

July 8, 2026

Governor Andy Beshear has asked senior senator Mitch McConnell to share details about his health after the 84‑year‑old Republican was hospitalized. Beshear’s letter, sent to McConnell’s office on Wednesday, urges transparency because many Kentuckians worry about the senator’s ability to serve. Th

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Big Game for Indiana Fever Against Los Angeles Sparks

July 8, 2026

The Indiana Fever will face the Los Angeles Sparks on Wednesday night, a clash that could finish their season series with a clean sweep. The Fever hope to mark their first 3‑0 record against the Sparks, a feat last seen in 2011. The game will be played at Crypto. com Arena and starts at 10:00 p. m.

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Brother’s Crash, Hand Pain: A Knicks Player’s Tough Decision

July 6, 2026

Mitchell Robinson explained that the hand injury keeping him out of the Knicks’ NBA Finals opener happened after a serious family emergency. The player, who had just signed with the Boston Celtics, posted on social media that he was shaken by news of his youngest brother’s car accident. The shock le

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Team Break Helps Fever Reset and Win

July 6, 2026

The Indiana Fever secured a 84‑68 victory over the Las Vegas Aces even without their star player, showing that a short pause can boost focus. After a close first half where the Fever led by one point, they exploded for 26 points in the third quarter. Key contributor Aliyah Boston scored 18 poi

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Kenan and Kel Talk About Not Googling Themselves

June 29, 2026

Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell, who first hit the spotlight as a comedy duo, shared new insights about staying away from online self‑searches. The two stars have each carved out separate careers over the years, yet they still agree on one important lesson: be careful about digging too deep into you

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Two Caribbean kids who loved hockey and ended up skating toward the NHL draft

June 18, 2026

Jaxon Cover and Ryder Cali both showed up to the NHL’s Western New York scouting combine in June wearing numbers that didn’t yet belong to any NHL team. The 90 invitees spent a week running tests, talking to teams, and answering questions—skills that matter just as much as skating speed in today’s l

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Mental Health and the Golden Knights: A Fresh Look at Mitch Marner

June 17, 2026

Mitch Marner says moving to Vegas helped him deal with the pressure of hockey. He had tough moments early in his career, especially while playing for Toronto. After nine seasons with the Maple Leafs, he joined the Golden Knights in a sign‑and‑trade deal. The change gave him new teammates an