John Rhys‑Davies, known for playing Gimli in the “Lord of the Rings” films and a host of other well‑known roles, has turned his voice toward a new four‑episode series that tells the life of Jesus from prophecy to resurrection. The show, called “The Christ, ” is part of the Faith Podcast Network and
This summer, travelers should pack more than sunscreen. Mosquitoes carrying dengue fever are spreading faster than usual, prompting health alerts across the country. The illness, nicknamed “breakbone fever” for the severe joint pain it causes, starts with ordinary flu-like symptoms—high temperature,
At Hayes K-8 in Birmingham, learning just got a serious upgrade. What used to be a quiet library has transformed into The Rise, a buzzing tech lab filled with gadgets most classrooms only dream of. There are iPads lined up on tables, books tucked into shelves, and some pretty cool tools like augment
Broadcom has set a clear timetable for swapping its chief financial officer. The current CFO, Kirsten M. Spears, will step down on June 12, 2026 after more than five years in the post. She will stay on for a transition period and then serve as an advisor for nine months to help her successor a
Harrisburg’s comedy scene is getting a boost this April with a stand-up show that promises high energy and sharp humor. On April 10, DC Young Fly will perform at Forum Auditorium, where his fast-talking style and ability to connect with crowds have made him a fan favorite. The event isn’t just anoth
The CDC has stopped more than twenty lab tests. The pause is only for a short time. Officials say they are doing a routine check to keep tests accurate. The halted tests cover many diseases. Some can be done by private labs, like chickenpox and shingles. Others are rare, such as certain parasites o
Carla Hall, Clinton Kelly and Michael Symon, who teamed up on the popular food talk show The Chew from 2011 to 2018, have joined forces again for a new project called Chewed Up. The trio’s return comes as a podcast that blends cooking tips with lifestyle chatter. The first 70 episodes are now str
Baseball fans in South Carolina have a great way to catch the Atlanta Braves this season without paying for cable. Thanks to a deal between the team and Gray Media, 25 regular-season games will air for free on local stations like Palmetto Sports & Entertainment and WIS. No subscription needed—just a
JioStar, the media arm of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani, has pulled its rights to show the Indian Premier League in Bangladesh. The company says its local partner failed to meet payment deadlines, so the contract was ended immediately. This decision means that even if Bangladesh lifts its ban on
The 2026 NCAA men’s basketball tournament is almost finished, with the Elite Eight set to decide who moves on to the Final Four. Saturday night kicks off in the South Region, where the third‑seeded Illinois team will take on the ninth‑seeded Iowa squad at 6:09 p. m. Eastern Time. Later that ev
