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LED Court Glitches: Big 12’s New Surface Sparks Debate

March 13, 2026

The Big 12 recently switched to a full LED glass floor for its basketball tournaments, sparking mixed feelings among players and coaches. Some see the flashy design as a marketing win for the conference, while others worry about player safety and performance. During last week’s women’s tournament

religion

Education Levels Vary Widely Among U. S. Religions

March 13, 2026

The latest national survey shows that people who follow smaller religions tend to have higher education. Hindu and Jewish Americans lead the way, with about 70 % of Hindus and 65 % of Jews holding a bachelor’s degree or more. These groups are tiny in the country, making up less than 1 % and ab

entertainment

Balancing Hollywood and Headlines: A New Oscars Twist

March 12, 2026

The Academy Awards this year faces a fresh challenge: the ongoing conflict in Iran. Last year’s ceremony had to juggle the recent L. A. wildfires, and now the hosts must weave in a serious global issue while keeping the event entertaining. Conan O’Brien, stepping into his role as host again, explai

politics

Shorter Day, Bigger Respect

March 12, 2026

The Utah legislature has approved a bill that makes Good Friday a half‑day holiday for schools. The move is not about promoting any religion; it simply lets students and families who observe the day have time to attend services or reflect. The bill came after Christian leaders testified that many

celebrities

Gwen Stefani’s Spiritual Comeback and New Baby

March 11, 2026

Gwen Stefani, once a regular Sunday churchgoer in Anaheim, found herself drifting away from faith as she grew older. A chance study of the Jewish Torah with a close friend sparked a deep yearning for spirituality, prompting her to ask herself whether religion still mattered in her life. During th

sports

Gunnar Henderson: A Small‑Town Star with Big Roots

March 7, 2026

The Baltimore Orioles’ young outfielder, born in Montgomery and raised in Selma, Alabama, shows how a supportive family can turn local talent into a major league presence. Growing up in a close‑knit community, his parents Allen and Kerry encouraged his love for baseball from the first swing. Their g

sports

From Slocomb to the Big Leagues: A Fresh Look at Clay Holmes

March 7, 2026

Clay Holmes grew up in the small town of Slocomb, Alabama, where his love for baseball started on dusty fields. He made a name for himself at Slocomb High School, catching the eye of scouts who saw potential in his pitching arm. In 2011, the Pittsburgh Pirates drafted him in the ninth round, and he

sports

Quiet Power: How a Japanese Pitcher Rose from School Fields to the Pro League

March 6, 2026

Hiromi Itoh, born on August 31, 1997, grew up in Japan and now pitches for the Hokkaido Nippon‑Ham Fighters. His journey began in local after‑school baseball clubs, where the focus on discipline and repetition laid a solid foundation. During high school, he faced fierce competition in regional to

religion

New Spiritual Highlights in the South for March

March 6, 2026

\ The bishop from New York, Rev. Allen K. Shin, will travel to Baton Rouge on March 15 to lead worship at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church. \ \ He will open two services, one at 8 a. m. and another at 10 a. m. , offering prayers and reflections for the community. \ \ After the morning rites, he

politics

Christian Freedom Wins: A Maltese Man’s Testimony Clears Him

March 6, 2026

A 33‑year‑old man in Malta, Matthew Grech, once faced a jail sentence after he told his story on TV about leaving a homosexual life for Christianity. The case, which lasted three years, ended when a magistrate declared him innocent of any crime under the country’s 2016 law that bans “conversion” pra