This week offers some unusual underdog stories in sports. The Los Angeles Lakers, usually powerhouses, are heavy underdogs in their playoff matchup against Oklahoma City. Their odds would be the steepest LeBron James has ever faced in his career. Still, they managed to pull off a surprise first-roun
Every summer, Hong Kong turns into a giant celebration of speed, tradition, and community. The 2026 Dragon Boat Festival is no exception. Instead of just watching teams paddle furiously, visitors get a full 13-day festival that mixes old customs with modern fun. The main races happen on June 27 and
The British Prime Minister has called a meeting of top figures from business, education, health and policing to address the surge in antisemitic attacks that have left Jewish communities shaken. The plan comes after a series of stabbings, including two fatal incidents, and follows the government’s d
The Twelve‑Step movement is one of the most common ways people try to get over addiction. It has helped millions, but its language often feels very Christian and European, which can turn away folks who come from other faiths or cultures. Researchers have started to think about how the steps could
The latest update to the channel lineup lets fans spot their favorite games right in the TV guide. Subscribers now get a handy “Sports” section that pulls together live matches, highlights, and analysis from across the network. Each week’s schedule is refreshed automatically, so viewers can plan ah
Eascra Biotech, a startup that builds tiny delivery machines for medicines, has hired Dr. Anne Yau as a Life Science Research Scientist. She will work in the company’s preclinical laboratory at the Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives facility in Worcester, where researchers test new tools before
The idea that growing closer to Jesus is a never‑ending path was the heart of a recent talk aimed at young adults. A senior church leader, joined by his wife, used the metaphor of diving deeper into water and even space to illustrate how spiritual depth expands over time. They highlighted visi
Doctors often focus on the medical side of chemotherapy but forget about how patients feel deep down. For breast cancer patients, the emotional and spiritual challenges can be just as tough as the physical ones. New research highlights how important it is to address these needs, yet they usually sli
Many people facing serious illness or loss turn to spirituality for comfort, not just medicine. When health declines or death is near, fear and sadness often take over. But beliefs—like prayers to saints or traditions from different cultures—can help people find purpose again. Nurses who understand
At 33 years old, Swedish golfer Mikael Lindberg just pulled off something most pros only dream about. He won a major tour event in rough conditions—beating rain, pressure, and some of Europe’s best players—to claim his first championship. What makes this win special isn’t just the trophy; it’s the a
