SEPP STRAKA

May 26 2025SPORTS

A Young Golfer's Big Break

Ben Griffin has had a remarkable run in the world of golf. He started as a mortgage loan officer. Then he decided to give golf another shot. He got his first big win in a team event with Andrew Novak. That was just the beginning. 28 days later, he was back on top. This time, it was all on his own. He secured his first individual PGA Tour victory at the 2025 Charles S...

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Apr 07 2025SPORTS

The 2025 Masters: Who's Hot and Who's Not

The 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National is set to feature 95 players, with Scottie Scheffler leading the pack. Scheffler, the world's top golfer, has won two of the last three Masters and is a strong contender despite a recent hand injury. Augusta National has undergone changes, with new greens and trees lost to Hurricane Helene. This year's course will favor...

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Feb 25 2025RELIGION

New Saints on the Horizon: Pope Francis' Latest Moves

Pope Francis has given the green light to advance the sainthood processes for several individuals, including a U. S. military chaplain and an Italian layman. This move comes after a meeting with high-ranking Vatican officials. The Pope recognized the selfless acts of two individuals, Fr. Emil Kapaun and Salvo D’Acquisto, who gave their lives for others. This recognit...

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Feb 02 2025SPORTS

Will the Weather Steal the Show at This Year's Pebble Beach Pro-Am?

Pebble Beach, California, is known for its unpredictable weather. The latest forecasts are anything but reassuring as the final round of the 2025 PGA Tour Event approaches, Thicker clouds and possible thunderstorms are expected, with temperatures ranging from a chilly low of 52°F (11°C) to a mild high of 61°F (16°C). Wind speeds are predicted to gu...

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Feb 01 2025SPORTS

Tough Day at Pebble Beach

The seaside course of Pebble Beach hosted golfers with everything from biting winds to rain. A cold front turned the final few holes into a challenge for many golfers on the tour. Some were able to keep their heads above the water, but others, like Rory McIlroy, struggled. McIlroy was making a comeback until four back-to-back bogeys on the last six holes. The 11t...

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Jan 31 2025SPORTS

Pebble Beach Pro-Am: McIlroy, Lowry Show Hole-in-One Magic: Scheffler Returns!

Pebble Beach Pro-Am exploded with excitement when a pair of golf superstars pulled off remarkable feats. Scottie Scheffler was back in action after missing a couple of tournaments following a kitchen mishap. The top-ranked golfer injured himself while preparing a festive meal. He had a rough start but quickly settled in. Scheffler made sure that early bogey was...

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Oct 09 2024SPORTS

Sports History: Jerry Sandusky's Sentence

On October 9, 2012, Jerry Sandusky was handed a minimum 30-year prison sentence. This former Penn State assistant coach had been found guilty of child sexual abuse, an event that rocked the sports world and led to the downfall of legendary coach Joe Paterno. The scandal brought significant changes to Penn State and raised awareness about the importance of reporting m...

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Sep 13 2024BUSINESS

Reimagining Eni's Business Structure: A Glimpse into the Future

The Italian energy giant Eni has recently approved a new business structure aimed at amplifying the value of its subsidiaries, such as Plenitude and Enilive, and potentially exploring new partnerships and public listings. But what does this mean for the company's future? The new structure is divided into three main areas: the Chief Transition and Financial Officer ...

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