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Local High School Athletes Shine in Recent Games

December 20, 2025

High school athletes from the Cincinnati area had a strong showing in recent games. Lebanon's boys basketball team won back-to-back games. Deer Park also had a big win, beating Finneytown by 13 points. Bellevue's team had a successful week, winning two away games. The girls basketball teams also di

politics

Venezuela's Uncertain Future: Between Threats and Resilience

December 18, 2025

Venezuela is facing another wave of uncertainty, as the U. S. president threatens to block oil sales, the country's main income source. Many Venezuelans are used to economic struggles, but this new threat brings back memories of tough times. In Caracas, people like José, a retired surgeon, are takin

health

Breaking Barriers: Women in Heart Surgery Share Their Stories

November 29, 2025

In the world of heart and lung surgery, women are a rare sight. Only a small group of them make up less than 10% of surgeons in this field. But a gathering called Women in Thoracic Surgery is changing that. It's a place where these women can share their experiences and support each other. At one of

politics

Ukraine's Heavy Heart: A Mother's Hope Amidst War

November 28, 2025

In the western city of Lviv, a cemetery tells a story of loss and resilience. Olya Kachmaryk, a mother who lost her son in the ongoing conflict with Russia, visits his grave. She hopes for peace, even if it means making tough choices. Her son, Oleksandr, is one of over 1, 000 soldiers buried in this

politics

The Contrast: A Candidate's Wealth vs. Her Campaign Message

November 26, 2025

Christina Bohannan, a Democrat running for Congress in Iowa, has been vocal about her humble beginnings. She often shares stories of growing up in a trailer park and struggling to afford basic needs. This narrative has been central to her campaign, as she positions herself as a champion for the midd

politics

Texas' Redrawn Map Faces Legal Hurdles

November 19, 2025

A recent court decision has put a halt to Texas' new congressional map, which was designed by Republicans to strengthen their hold on the House of Representatives. The ruling, made by a panel of federal judges, including Judge Jeffrey Brown, who was appointed by former President Donald Trump, has or

education

Celebrating a Wine Enthusiast's Legacy Through Education

November 15, 2025

In the world of wine, passion and knowledge go hand in hand. This is exactly what the American Wine School is honoring through a new scholarship. The Deborah O’Brien Women in Wine Scholarship aims to support women who, like O’Brien, are eager to dive deep into the wine world. Deborah O’Brien, who p

entertainment

Classic Love Story Returns to Big Screens

November 14, 2025

A beloved romantic tale is making a comeback. The 1995 movie "Sense and Sensibility" is hitting theaters again. This time, it's in stunning 4K. The showings are set for December 14th, 16th, and 17th. December 16th is extra special. It's the birthday of Jane Austen, the author who wrote the original

weather

Fung-Wong's Wrath: A Stormy Night in the Philippines

November 10, 2025

The Philippines faced a rough night as Typhoon Fung-Wong, known locally as Uwan, made its way through the northern regions. The storm left behind a trail of destruction, with at least two lives lost and many more affected. Over a million people were forced to leave their homes before the typhoon eve

science

Celebrating a Pioneer in Molecular Science

October 30, 2025

Professor Christel Maria Marian's work has been a game-changer in the world of molecular science. Her focus on electron spin in molecular photochemical and photophysical processes has opened up new ways of understanding how molecules behave when they absorb light. This is not just some abstract theo