A mother of three former Yale swimmers says her children were forced to compete against transgender athletes and that the school’s sports office tried to keep them quiet. She tells a story that starts with her older daughter, who swam for Yale from 2018 to 2023, facing a well‑known transgender swimm
A team of researchers has found a way to put a slippery, protective layer on zinc metal. Zinc is very reactive and usually stops the chemical reaction that builds a special carbon network called graphdiyne. Because of this, only copper had been used for such coatings until now. The scientists
Caleb Lustig, a key player for Colfax’s boys basketball squad, stepped up in the state tournament and grabbed 52 rebounds—breaking the previous record of 44. His effort earned him the MVP title as his team secured the championship. In a standout semifinal game against Okanogan, Lustig collected 24
A young basketball star is often seen in the spotlight, but his path to success started long before he stepped onto a court. Aday Mara grew up in a household where sport was not just a hobby; it was a way of life. His dad, Francisco Javier Mara, once played professionally in Spain’s top leagues duri
The professional women’s volleyball team in Salt Lake City has just found a new home. Two former NFL stars, Terrence Murphy and Reggie Bush, together with their firm Synergy Sports Capital, have taken over the club’s operating rights. This change comes as the league, called League One Volleyball or
China has asked all parties involved in the current fighting between Iran and other forces to open the door for honest and meaningful talks that could bring peace. The statement came from a spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry, who said it is urgent to push for dialogue and use any chanc
Kidney stones hurt a lot. Doctors say drinking lots of water can help stop them, but new research shows it’s hard to keep up with that advice. A team of scientists tested a program that used smart water bottles to track how much people drank. The bottles could send data and even give small cash r
Chile’s roads are suddenly quieter as people rush to fill up before the new fuel prices take effect. When President Jose Antonio Kast’s government decided to align local gasoline and diesel costs with soaring global rates, the move shocked many citizens who had just celebrated his election. The de
Kingston Flemings grew up in San Antonio, Texas, after being born in Newport News, Virginia. A scary accident when he was a child left him with serious injuries but did not stop his life. After getting better, he became more outgoing and energetic. He tried many sports, but basketball caugh
Tamin Lipsey grew up in Ames, Iowa, where the love for basketball is almost a way of life. From an early age he practiced on neighborhood courts, turning every dribble into a lesson in teamwork and determination. His talent caught the eye of scouts while he was still in middle school, earning a scho
