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Aliens and Beliefs: How New Ideas Challenge Old Stories

June 12, 2026

The thought of life beyond Earth forces us to question the stories we’ve always trusted. It’s not just about whether aliens exist—it’s about what that discovery would mean for the religions and ideas people have held for centuries. If intelligent beings live elsewhere, do they follow the same gods?

technology

Why AI at Work Could Soon Face a Religious Challenge

June 12, 2026

A software developer in North Carolina recently asked her employer if she could skip using AI tools at work—not because she dislikes technology, but because her faith guides that choice. The request came after a major religious leader warned that artificial intelligence might threaten human dignity.

health

Sleep and faith: How African American women balance spirituality and rest

June 12, 2026

African American women often rely on faith to cope with daily stress. But does turning to religion at night help or hurt their sleep? A study dug into this question by looking at how beliefs and prayer routines connect to sleep quality. Instead of assuming spirituality is always calming, researchers

education

How school funding varies hugely across US states

June 12, 2026

Money shapes education more than people realize. In America, schools rely on local taxes and state budgets, so wealthier areas often get more resources. The latest numbers show big gaps between states. In 2024, American public schools got almost $1 trillion in total funding. Most of that money comes

politics

California’s tax vote: Should high earners keep paying more for schools?

June 12, 2026

California voters will soon decide if wealthy residents should keep paying extra taxes to fund public schools. Enough signatures have been gathered to put the question on the November ballot. The proposal would lock in higher tax rates for top earners, originally approved in 2012 and extended in 201

environment

What Indiana 2’s future could look like – your say matters

June 12, 2026

The Indiana Department of Transportation is hosting a public meeting on June 16 to talk about possible upgrades on Indiana 2 between U. S. 20 and U. S. 20/31. This stretch runs through parts of St. Joseph County and LaPorte County. The goal is to gather ideas from people who use the road every day.

lifestyle

The Truth About Polyester Clothing: Good or Bad?

June 12, 2026

Polyester is in almost everything we wear—from gym clothes to office shirts—because it\’s strong, cheap, and doesn\’t wrinkle easily. Made from plastic, this fabric has been a wardrobe staple since the 1950s when ads called it a "miracle fiber" that could go weeks without ironing. Today, it\’s still

sports

Big 12 faces legal warnings before deciding QB Sorsby's future

June 12, 2026

The Big 12 Conference suddenly found itself in a tough spot when Texas Tech briefly threatened legal action against the league. The issue started when Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby won a court battle to stay eligible after admitting to betting on games—including his own team—during his time

sports

The man who brought American soccer from the pitch to the TV screen

June 12, 2026

When the World Cup comes to North America this year, fans will see more than just players on the field. They'll also see analysts breaking down the action. One of those voices belongs to Alexi Lalas, a man who shaped soccer in the United States in more ways than one. Long before he turned into a fam

celebrities

Taylor Swift’s NBA Team Cheerleading Sparks Mixed Feelings in Philly

June 12, 2026

Taylor Swift’s support for the New York Knicks during the NBA Finals didn’t sit well with some Philadelphia fans. Growing up in Pennsylvania, Swift has ties to both cities—Reading is her hometown, and she spent summers in Stone Harbor. Yet, despite her Philly roots, her loyalty seems to lean toward