Basketball fans know the thrill of a powerful dunk. It's a moment that can electrify a crowd and leave everyone talking. At a recent sports media event, high school basketball players from Section III were asked who on their teams might be the next to make a spectacular dunk. Jacob McDonald from Altmar-Parish-Williamstown believes he has the athleticism to pull off ...
In Hong Kong, a devastating fire has left many families in mourning. The blaze, which engulfed a high-rise apartment complex, has claimed at least 128 lives, with over 200 people still missing. The complex, Wang Fuk Court, was home to many elderly residents. In fact, more than a third of its inhabitants were over the age of 65, a much higher percentage than the city'...
Everyone has their own idea of when to put up holiday decorations. Some people start right after Thanksgiving. Others wait until December. And then there are those who never take them down. One person keeps their Christmas tree up all year. They say they do it because they can. It's a small tree, so it doesn't take up much space. But why do they keep it up? Because ...
The First Amendment's Establishment Clause is a balancing act. It prevents the government from favoring one religion while protecting everyone's right to practice their faith. This can get tricky, especially during the holiday season when cities want to celebrate. The Supreme Court has ruled that religious displays are okay if they're part of a bigger holiday celebr...
Pope Leo XIV made a powerful statement for unity and peace during his first international visit. He chose a special place for this message: the ruins of an old church by Lake Iznik in Turkey. This is where important Christian leaders met long ago to settle disagreements and create a shared belief that is still used today. The Pope stood with Patriarch Bartholomew, a...
Demarco Bethea, a familiar face in the region, had a standout performance in Houston Christian's win over The Citadel. Bethea, who attended Dillon High School, scored 14 points, leading four teammates in double figures. The Huskies dominated the paint, with Bethea shooting perfectly from the field, going 7 for 7. The Citadel struggled early, falling behind by 14 poi...
New York City's annual Thanksgiving Day Parade is back, bringing joy and excitement to the streets of Manhattan. This year, the parade features new giant balloons of Buzz Lightyear and Pac-Man, along with floats showcasing Labubu and Lego. The event starts on the Upper West Side and makes its way to Macy’s Herald Square on 34th Street. The weather is a bit chilly, w...
Canada's government has made a big change in its climate rules. They've decided to ease up on some environmental regulations to attract more investment in the energy sector. This move is part of a new agreement between the federal government and Alberta, Canada's top oil-producing province. The deal means that the planned limits on emissions from the oil and gas sec...
In a thrilling Thanksgiving matchup, the Green Bay Packers emerged victorious against the Detroit Lions with a final score of 31-24. The game was a rollercoaster of excitement, with both teams trading blows. The Packers, led by quarterback Jordan Love, never trailed and maintained a 10-point lead at four different points. Love's impressive performance, including four...
Stranger Things is wrapping up, and the first four episodes of its final season are out. Vecna, the big bad, is now targeting kids aged 9 to 11, just like he did with Will Byers back in 1983. Holly Wheeler, a new character, is helping to uncover more about Vecna and his plans. She even found out his real name is Henry. The show's creators, the Duffer brothers, and t...