Donovan Mitchell is not one to forget a loss, especially one that ended his team's season. The Cavs' star player made that clear when he faced the Indiana Pacers again, the team that had knocked them out of the playoffs earlier that year. Mitchell's determination to win was evident in every play, every shot, and every defensive stop. He wanted to prove a point, to sh...
Donovan Mitchell, the star player for the Cleveland Cavaliers, has been open about the team's past struggles in the playoffs. He describes these challenges as a wall that they've hit three times in a row. Mitchell has been thinking a lot about this wall, imagining ways to break through it every day. The Cavs' season started off a bit strangely. In their second game,...
In Baton Rouge, a unique event is happening that combines art and advocacy. The Unitarian Church is hosting a special gathering where artist Jennifer Carwile will showcase her work. Her art tells a story about the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison. It's not just about the pictures; it's about the message behind them. Carwile wants people to see the conditions inside the...
In 2024, Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina hard, especially in the western mountains. The storm brought record rainfall, with 24 inches at Mount Mitchell and nearly 31 inches in Busick. This caused massive flooding, over $60 billion in damages, and more than 100 deaths. Phone and internet services were knocked out, making it hard for people to communicate or get he...
In a significant shift, SimpliSafe, a major player in the smart-home security market, has a new owner and a fresh leadership team. The Boston-based company is now under the wing of private equity firm GTCR, which recently completed its acquisition from Hellman & Friedman. This change brings in Hilary Schneider as the new CEO, replacing Christian Cerda, and Ty Shay as...
Fans of UFC and Zuffa Boxing are in for a treat. The big bosses at TKO Group Holdings have just teamed up with Polymarket. This deal lets fans do more than just watch fights. They can now dive into real-time prediction markets during live events. This isn't just about betting. It's about feeling the energy of the crowd. Polymarket will show how fans are feeling and ...
A high school principal has decided to move on after a group of parents, teachers, and alumni voiced their concerns and called for his removal. The principal, Troy Tyson, was at the center of a storm of allegations. These included not supporting female athletes enough, not engaging with parents, and behaving inappropriately. A group called the Dallas Carter High Coal...
Shay Mitchell, known for her role in "Pretty Little Liars, " has introduced a skincare line for children called rini, which means "children" in Korean. The brand, co-founded with Esther Song and Matte Babel, aims to provide gentle, dermatologist-tested products that combine skincare with play. The first product is a line of animal-shaped face masks, inspired by Mitch...
The Baby2Baby Gala, held at the Pacific Design Center, was a star-studded event with a purpose. Celebrities like Demi Lovato, Jessica Alba, and Ciara walked the red carpet, but the real star of the night was the cause itself. The gala raises money to help Baby2Baby reach one million children living in poverty every year. Baby2Baby, started 14 years ago by Kelly Sawy...
The Detroit Pistons are on a roll, winning three straight games. Their star player, Cade Cunningham, is having a great season. He's scoring 28 points and dishing out 12 assists per game. Plus, he's grabbing at least five rebounds in almost every game. The Pistons are big favorites against the Utah Jazz, and Cunningham is a good bet to grab over 5. 5 rebounds. Bettin...