JOHN DAVID RAINEY

May 31 2026POLITICS

Senator Barrasso gets big award for long work in public service

John Barrasso stands out in Washington because his career started far from politics. Before becoming a senator, he spent years helping patients as an orthopedic surgeon and even worked as a rodeo doctor. These experiences shaped how he approaches problems later in government. He was born into a work

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May 27 2026POLITICS

A Shift in Texas Politics: Cornyn’s Gamble With Trump

John Cornyn, the long‑time Texas senator, has spent a lot of time trying to stay out of Donald Trump’s anger. Even after the senator lost his seat, he had already been juggling a careful balance between support and distance. In May 2023, when Trump was reviving his presidential bid, Cornyn told re

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May 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New TV, Movies, Music and Games to Watch This Week

John Krasinski will be back as Jack Ryan in the new action series “Jack Ryan: Ghost War” on Prime Video, while the creators of “Stranger Things” are producing a Netflix show about a retirement community that fights monsters. The lineup also includes Sacha Baron Cohen and Rosamund Pike in the sati

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May 15 2026HEALTH

Eye Mites Got a Superstar

John Cena, known for his wrestling bravado, revealed that he once suffered from a hidden eye problem caused by tiny mites living around his lashes. He didn’t realize the issue until it began hurting his sight, a condition that many people share but rarely discuss. The mites, called Demodex, norma

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May 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Old Host Takes a Stand Against CBS

David Letterman has publicly accused CBS executives of lying about why Stephen Colbert’s late‑night show was cancelled. He said the decision was not driven by money but by political pressure linked to a $8 billion merger with Skydance. Letterman called the network’s leaders “lying weasels” in an int

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Apr 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

David Duchovny Moves From Sci‑Fi to Real‑World Mysteries

David Duchovny, once known for his role in a top science‑fiction series, has turned away from the genre he never truly loved. He admits that his early interest in shows like the original “Star Trek” was a one‑off and that he now prefers stories grounded in fact. Duchovny earned degrees in English li

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Apr 06 2026SPORTS

A Simple Song Became the Heartbeat of College Basketball

David Barrett, a 31‑year‑old musician, was playing in a bar in East Lansing when an idea sparked. He watched Larry Bird on TV while sipping a drink. A waitress served him, and he thought about how to capture the excitement of Bird’s play in words. He wrote three lines on a napkin and, the next day,

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Apr 05 2026CELEBRITIES

Podcast Adventure: A Famous Actor’s Take on Jesus

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

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Apr 04 2026SPORTS

David Mirkovic: From Niksic to Illinois Court

David Mirkovic is a 6‑foot‑9 freshman who quickly became the star of Illinois’ basketball team. He joined the squad in the 2025‑26 season and helped his club reach the Final Four, setting records along the way. Fans are curious about where he comes from and what shaped him. Mirkovic was born on Jan

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

Daly’s Road‑Home Life: A Golf Legend on Wheels

John Daly chooses the road over a mansion, living in his own 45‑foot motorhome that he calls “Wild Thing. ” The vehicle is more than a ride; it’s his entire house, complete with a California King bed that barely fits but gives him the firm support he likes. Inside, he has a toilet, shower, bat

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