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A look at how St. Louis became a city of faith and firsts

May 27, 2026

Back in the early 1800s, St. Louis wasn't exactly known for piety. When a man named Stephen Hempstead moved to this small trading post in 1811, he called it "the worst place I've ever seen. " The city's reputation troubled church leaders too. Roman Catholic Bishop Benedict Flaget visited in 1814 and

sports

Upcoming MMA Night: New Stars and Big Showdowns

May 26, 2026

The Valley Forge Casino will host Art of War Cage Fighting 48 on June 6, bringing a mix of seasoned fighters and fresh talent to the tri‑state area. Five professional bouts are set for the evening, featuring 14 competitors in total. The headline fight sees light‑heavyweight champion Ian “the Hammer

science

From school bench to cosmic benchmarks: The unlikely rise of Stephen Hawking

May 24, 2026

A teenage Stephen Hawking wasn’t exactly the classroom star. In the early 1960s his father scribbled in a family journal that the boy spent more time at home than with textbooks. The father even called him lazy. What’s more surprising is that Hawking’s mom agreed—she worried her son lacked the confi

politics

Late-night TV gets a shake-up as one host exits

May 23, 2026

Stephen Colbert wrapped up his run on CBS recently, leaving a gap in late-night television. Donald Trump responded on Truth Social with a post that called Colbert talentless and claimed the show had no viewers. But that claim doesn't match reality. Colbert’s program was actually the top-rated late-n

politics

Colbert’s Final Show: A Political Farewell and Media Drama

May 22, 2026

Stephen Colbert ended his run on CBS with a mix of sharp political jabs and celebrity cameos. His monologues had long focused on criticizing President Trump and supporting Democratic causes, turning the show into a platform for partisan commentary. In July 2025 CBS announced it would end “The

entertainment

Behind the Scenes: Stars Take Aim at Politics in Late Night Goodbye

May 22, 2026

The final stretch of Stephen Colbert’s late-night run got a dramatic twist when big names like Robert De Niro and Bruce Springsteen used their moments in the spotlight to weigh in on the political climate. De Niro, never shy about his opinions, turned a lighthearted game segment into a sharp jab at

celebrities

Living With ALS: A Timeline of Famous Voices

May 20, 2026

ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a relentless nerve condition that steals muscle control over time. The story of public figures who have faced it begins with the legendary baseball player Lou Gehrig in 1939 and stretches to recent actors, musicians, and athletes who have spoken out. \ Each name b

health

When Famous Faces Challenge ALS

May 20, 2026

In the past year, ALS has quietly gained attention after the passing of actor Eric Dane and the recent diagnosis of Russell Andrews. Both brought the disease into living rooms through their high-profile roles. But here’s the catch: ALS remains extremely rare, affecting fewer than 2 people per 100, 0

business

Business Titans Back Trump on China Trip

May 15, 2026

A group of the world’s richest CEOs joined President Donald Trump for a visit to Beijing, turning the meeting into a showcase of global commerce and political strategy. The delegation included leaders from Apple, Tesla, SpaceX, Nvidia, Micron and Meta, along with top financiers like Stephen Schwa

sports

Texas Coach Sparks Debate Over Ole Miss Education

May 15, 2026

The rivalry between Texas and Ole Miss is heating up even before the teams meet on the field. In a recent press conference, Texas’ head coach said that a student at Ole Miss could earn a degree by taking “basket weaving. ” The comment drew sharp criticism from fans who felt it belittled the un