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Nebraska School Board Rejects $11M Grant Proposal

March 7, 2026

The Nebraska Education Board held a meeting last week to review a proposal that would have given schools an additional $11 million for new programs. The plan aimed to fund technology upgrades, teacher training, and student support services across the state. However, after a lengthy discussion, the b

sports

RedHawks vs. Debate: The 31‑Game Quest

March 7, 2026

Miami’s men’s basketball team is set to finish its 31‑game unbeaten run against the Ohio Bobcats tonight. The game starts at 9 p. m. Eastern on ESPN2, and the talk about whether Miami deserves a spot in the big tournament is louder than ever. Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith said on Thursday’s

politics

New Voices Needed for Colorado’s Future University

March 7, 2026

The future of the University of Colorado hinges on who sits on its Board of Regents. When a group of seasoned leaders decides to step aside, it shows they are looking beyond personal power and toward the institution’s long‑term health. Old experience is valuable, but if it is not paired with f

entertainment

Talking Up the Pay Gap: A Star’s Shift

March 7, 2026

Gillian Anderson, best known for playing Dana Scully on “The X‑Files, ” has spoken openly about why she still talks about women’s pay in Hollywood. She says that for years she avoided being seen as a role model because the label felt like extra pressure. During a recent interview, Anderson exp

celebrities

Celebrity‑Approved Mascara that Keeps Its Promise

March 7, 2026

The new buzz around a female‑led beauty line has celebrities like Meghan Markle and Paige DeSorbo speaking up about its standout product, a lash‑enhancing mascara that claims to stay on all day without smudging. Paige DeSorbo, who showcased the product during a recent Amazon Live session, said sh

politics

Philly’s Buzz: Politics, Sports, and Everyday Surprises

March 7, 2026

Philadelphia keeps pitching itself as the best spot for big events, reminding national planners of its hotels, arenas, and ready transport system. The city’s marketing usually ends with a tasty cheesesteak and the promise of a lively atmosphere, echoing its 2016 success. The Phillies face a probl

politics

Perpignan’s Police Push: A City‑Wide Security Experiment

March 7, 2026

Perpignan, a town of about 122 000 people on France’s southern border, is putting its streets under close watch. The mayor, a member of the far‑right party, wants to keep his job by promising more cops and cameras. He says the city has become a testing ground for his party’s ideas on safety.

sports

Bears Grab Veteran Center to Plug Gaps

March 7, 2026

The Chicago Bears have moved quickly before the new NFL season starts, trading a 2027 fifth‑round pick to New England for center Garrett Bradbury. The deal will go through once the league year opens next Wednesday. Bradbury, who was a first‑round pick in 2019, spent six seasons with the Vikings bef

sports

Lakers Lose to Nuggets, Players Falter Amidst Strong Denver Start

March 6, 2026

The game began with Denver flooding the scoreboard, pulling ahead 11‑0 and never letting Los Angeles catch up. Whenever the Lakers tried to mount a comeback, Denver answered immediately, shutting down any momentum. LeBron James showed his usual intensity, attacking the rim and defending hard, but

health

Smoking Costs in EU Hospitals: A Fresh Look

March 6, 2026

The European Union still faces a major health challenge with tobacco use. Even after many years of progress, smoking rates have stopped falling and new laws to curb the habit are few. Researchers used data from the 2019 European Health Interview Survey to calculate how much smoking hurts hospitals f