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Apr 06 2026EDUCATION

A Coach Who Gave Back: How One Man’s Legacy Lives On

Elton “Bull” Mango wasn’t just a coach or teacher—he was the kind of person who made an entire community feel seen. A DeRidder High School field house now bears his name, but his impact went far beyond sports. Born in 1943, Mango faced early hardship—his father left early, and his mother died when h

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Apr 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

iPhone’s Secret White‑Noise Trick for Baby Sleep

Parents often worry when their little one won’t settle down. A quiet background hum can calm a fussing infant, and the American Academy of Pediatrics says this helps babies sleep better. You don’t have to buy a pricey white‑noise machine if you already own an iPhone. Apple added a hidden feature ca

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Mar 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities and the pressure to discuss plastic surgery

Public figures often face expectations that don’t apply to regular people. A recent debate highlights this issue after a well-known personality called out celebrities for not being open about plastic surgery. She argued that if someone clearly looks different, they should explain why instead of stay

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Mar 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Upcoming Korean and Vietnamese films at Hong Kong's FilMart

FilMart in Hong Kong is buzzing with fresh Asian film projects, particularly from Korea and Vietnam. Among the highlights is Mr. Shota's Last Business Trip, a Korea-Japan collaboration. The drama follows two strangers in Japan—a tired office worker and a young Korean traveler—who bond over deliverin

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Oppo’s New Foldable: A Smart, Slim Phone That Stands Out

Oppo has released a fresh foldable that could catch the eye of tech lovers who prefer a sleek, powerful phone. The new model arrives only in Asian markets for now, but its design and specs suggest it can compete with the top foldables on the market. The company’s main focus is making the crease alm

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

iPhones vs iPads: What the Big Phone Can Do That the Tablet Can't

iPhones still lead Apple’s lineup, and that shows in a few practical ways. First, phones can talk. Even the newest iPads with cellular data don’t get a phone number, so they can only receive calls that the paired iPhone forwards. Without a separate number, iPads can’t sign up for apps like WhatsA

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Mar 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Dance Marathon Lights Up Holland for Kids’ Hospital

Hope College is setting up a nonstop dance event that will last all night and into the next day. The fundraiser starts at six in the evening on Friday, March 13, and will finish early Saturday. The goal is to pull in $300, 000 for DeVos Children’s Hospital. The venue will be the Dow Center. About 6

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Mar 14 2026EDUCATION

Celebrating Local Scholars: A Look at Their Academic Wins

Osceola County students are making waves far beyond their hometown, earning top honors at a variety of colleges and universities across the country. One standout is Jalen Amari Gummer, who earned a cum laude Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from Furman University. His success is a reminder tha

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Mar 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Honor’s Slimmer, Cheaper Foldable Phone

The newest fold‑up from Honor is making noise for a different reason than most phones: it’s thinner and cheaper. It comes in at just 8. 75 mm when closed, a record for foldables, and it’s only 4 mm wide when opened. The weight is modest at 219 g, so the phone feels light even with its large sc

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Mar 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s Next iPhone Might Be Heavier and Thicker

The newest Apple phone could be a bit thicker than the last model, with a height of 8. 8mm instead of 8. 75mm on the previous version. Reports from a frequent leaker on Weibo say that this change may also make the phone heavier, possibly over 240 grams. A heavier body could mean a larger batte

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