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Apr 13 2026SPORTS

Rory McIlroy Wins Back‑to‑Back Masters, Phil Mickelson Offers Praise

Rory McIlroy secured his second straight Masters title, a feat that earned him a shout‑out from fellow champion Phil Mickelson. Mickelson, who has claimed the green jacket three times himself, celebrated Rory’s triumph on social media, calling the victory “exciting” and noting that two consecutiv

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Apr 11 2026EDUCATION

A New Chapter for Olin’s Innovation Leader

Markus Baer, who heads executive education and teaches about how people behave in groups at Olin Business School, was named the Knight Family Professor on February 18. The ceremony happened in the Charles F. Knight Center, a building that already carries the Knights’ name. Baer shared that this tit

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Apr 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Stream Fight Over Money: A Streamer's Take on the Pushy Fundraiser

The big charity stream started in April 2025. YouTuber MrBeast launched a long live session on Kick to raise five million dollars for clean water. The twist was simple: the show would keep going until all money was collected. He didn’t do it alone. Popular gamers like Adin Ross and XQC joined him.

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Apr 10 2026SPORTS

Phil Mickelson: The Quiet Strength Behind the Golf Legend

Golf fans know Phil Mickelson for his smooth left-handed swing and six major championship wins. But his success didn’t just happen on the course — it started in his childhood. Born in San Diego but raised in Arizona, Mickelson’s early life wasn’t all about trophies. As a kid, he learned to swing lef

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

Big Money Steps Up for Nonprofits When Others Pull Back

In a year when many big companies cut back on charity work, one major insurance firm is making a bold move. Liberty Mutual Insurance, known mostly for cars and property policies, just created a $600 million fund meant to keep giving money to nonprofits year after year. This endowment isn’t a reactio

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Apr 05 2026SCIENCE

How Tiny Changes in Starch Boost Fabric Stickiness

Scientists tweaked regular starch by adding two types of chemical groups: some that love water and others that avoid it. These groups were attached to the starch molecules to see if they could make the starch cling better to fabrics made of polyester and cotton mixed together. The water-loving group

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Apr 04 2026SCIENCE

Neutrophils Vanish: A New Look at Polymyxin B Columns

Polymyxin B‑immobilized fibers, known for filtering endotoxins in severe infections, are now being tested for a different purpose. Researchers wanted to see if these columns could also clear certain white blood cells from the bloodstream, a possibility that might help patients with sudden lung troub

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Apr 02 2026OPINION

Do we really rank above a lion or below a diamond? The outdated idea that still shapes our world

For centuries, many cultures believed in a strict ladder of life where everything had its fixed spot. At the top sat the divine, followed by humans, animals, plants, and even rocks. Humans weren't just ranked above animals—they were split further by social class and morality. The idea suggested some

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Mar 31 2026EDUCATION

Northern Nevada’s Push to Train the Next Generation of Aviation Workers

The aviation industry in Northern Nevada isn’t just about planes taking off and landing. It’s about the people behind every flight, drone delivery, and piece of equipment that keeps the skies moving. With major companies like Boeing and Airbus expecting steady growth over the next two decades, the r

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Mar 28 2026SPORTS

Hope on the Rise: Philly’s Four Teams Light Up

Philadelphia’s sports scene, often seen as a place of doubts, is buzzing with unexpected optimism. In just one weekend, the city’s basketball, football, baseball, and hockey squads each posted a win or a promising announcement that lifted spirits. The NBA’s Sixers began the story by beating the B

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