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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

States Roll Out New Laws in Honor of Charlie Kirk

In Kansas, lawmakers passed a rule that lets students sue their colleges if the schools restrict free speech. The law also says that outdoor spaces on campus must stay open for anyone to talk, and it limits the fees security can charge for student events. A Kansas senator said the bill was made afte

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Apr 18 2026SCIENCE

New Paths in Evolution: Honoring a Trailblazer

Roger Butlin devoted his life to unraveling how species arise and change. He began his work by questioning long‑held ideas about natural selection, looking for ways to test evolutionary theories with real data. His studies showed that small genetic differences can lead to big changes in how or

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Apr 16 2026SPORTS

How Jackie Robinson’s Number 42 Became a Symbol of Change

April 15 isn’t just another date on the sports calendar. It’s the day Jackie Robinson stepped onto the field in 1947 and changed baseball forever. More than seven decades later, his impact still echoes across the sport. This year, Major League Baseball teams are honoring that legacy in a big way—eve

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Apr 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Small Film with Big Screen Dreams

A Gujarati film named "Last Film Show" is making waves across Europe, starting with a June release in France. Originally called "Chhello Show, " this drama about a boy’s love for cinema was India’s pick for the Oscars in 2023. It didn’t win but still got noticed, earning spots on shortlists and winn

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Remembering the Lost Stars of Euphoria

The third season of Sam Levinson’s hit drama began with a quiet tribute. An on‑screen card honored Eric Dane, the beloved actor who had just passed away in February, showing his photo and life dates. This gesture mirrored a similar one for late actor Angus Cloud that HBO Max had posted earlier. Aft

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Apr 12 2026SPORTS

Pat Tillman’s lasting mark on Arizona beyond football

Every April, Arizona comes together to remember a man who stood out on the field but chose something far bigger. Pat Tillman wasn’t just a college or pro football star—he gave up his career and life to serve in the military after 9/11. His legacy lives on through a simple 4. 2-mile run in Tempe, whe

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Apr 10 2026SPORTS

From Sportswriter to Pitcher: A Rookie’s Journey to the Big Leagues

Duncan Davitt’s story isn’t about starting at the bottom—it’s about switching careers mid-game. A week ago, he was covering high school volleyball games for his family’s small-town newspaper in Indianola, Iowa. Today, he’s warming up in a Chicago White Sox uniform, preparing for his Major League Bas

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Apr 07 2026EDUCATION

Why academic debates need more people like Gordon

Gordon has spent years pushing academic discussions forward. Not by avoiding tough topics but by diving right into them. He doesn’t just present ideas—he tests them, challenges them, and makes sure they hold up under scrutiny. That approach has shaped how experts view mood disorders, especially bipo

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

More hands join to manage housing help in Richmond

Richmond is testing a new plan to hand out housing aid money without going through usual city channels. Instead of using government workers, private groups will decide who gets the funds. Officials hope this will speed things up and reach people faster. The move raises questions. Why switch to outs

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Apr 07 2026SPORTS

A new baseball star in Chicago starts to find his way

Munetaka Murakami is fresh on the scene. After just one weekend in Chicago, the Japanese rookie has already made headlines. In his first eight games with the White Sox, he has blasted four home runs, a record for any Japanese-born player in that span. But the 24-year-old isn’t just focused on his ba

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