A new study shows that playing a simple laser‑tag game can make athletes move better and protect their knees. Researchers looked at the force that pushes a knee sideways when players change direction quickly. That side‑ward push, called the peak knee abduction moment or pKAM, is a major cause of
The 4A boys basketball state tournament is underway at Forest Grove High School, drawing attention from fans and analysts alike. Several sports reporters have shared their forecasts for each matchup, offering a mix of confidence and surprise. In the opening round, Scappoose faces La Grande wit
The state tournament for Oregon’s 5A boys basketball teams is happening this week at Linfield University in McMinnville. Fans and coaches are buzzing about which school will win the championship. In the first round, Crook County faces Crater. Many people think Crook County has a strong chance becau
The 2026 NCAA Tournament will kick off next week with a new mix of familiar and fresh voices in the broadcast booth. Former Michigan star Chris Webber returns as a game analyst, joining Brandon Gaudin and Andy Katz to cover the first two rounds. Webber’s experience on the court translates into insig
The state legislature is turning its attention to the world of college sports, where student athletes have long been barred from profiting off their own names. A recent proposal would give athletes the right to earn money from sponsorships, endorsements and other commercial deals while they still st
A hotel on Upper King Street is changing its look and name this summer. The former Hyatt Place, a 191‑room spot next to the Hyatt House, will open as The Lowline Hotel after a full makeover. Highline Hospitality Partners bought the two hotels for $113 million in 2024. They plan to give each a dis
Obesity is a worldwide problem that also hurts people whose livers are already sick. When the liver stores too much fat, it can lead to two main conditions: one that starts with metabolism issues and another that mixes metabolic problems with alcohol use. Doctors now see more people with both
Brooks has just lowered the price of its popular Ghost Max L walking shoe, a leather‑finished version of their high‑cushion sneaker. The move makes the shoe more budget‑friendly for people who need sturdy, supportive footwear all day long. The Ghost Max L was originally $170; it now costs $129. 9
The world has noticed a dip in how many men can father children. Scientists agree the trend is real, but they are still debating why it’s happening. Some people point fingers at phones, electric cars or plastic waste, yet the truth is far more tangled. A 2017 study in Oxford journals claimed sperm c
A young doctor once met a delivery driver who had lost two legs because of diabetes that went untreated. The man didn’t know how much his high blood sugar cost him until he was in the hospital. That meeting sparked a question that many medical students share: are we being taught to stop problems bef
