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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 2026SPORTS

Sports Puzzle Revealed: Quick Clues and Answers

A new sports-themed word game is up for play. It invites participants to spot connections between words that fit into four different colors. The challenge is set in a relaxed format, so you can tackle it at your own pace. The yellow section asks for items that belong on an American football sidelin

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Apr 05 2026BUSINESS

Sports Illustrated Finds New Life After Big Shake‑Ups

Sports Illustrated, once a sports magazine staple, is showing signs of life again after a tough period. Two years ago, many writers were told their jobs were ending. Now the magazine is hosting big events at places like the Cow Palace and Quince, where fans can meet celebrities. The owner of S

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Apr 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

Titan Army Unveils 1060Hz Dual‑Mode Gaming Monitor

Titan Army has added a new weapon to the gaming monitor arena: the U275M, a 27‑inch screen that can swing between two impressive refresh rates. In its normal QHD mode the display offers a 565Hz frame rate, while switching to full HD unlocks an astonishing 1060Hz, placing it right behind the rare HKC

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Apr 05 2026POLITICS

Budget Battle: War Money vs Home Needs

Pete Buttigieg, the former transportation chief, posted on X that President Trump’s latest budget plan focuses heavily on overseas conflicts. The proposal adds about $500 billion for foreign wars, which equals roughly $3, 700 extra per U. S. household. At the same time, it cuts funding for health ca

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

Risk of Stroke Tied to Long‑Term Fat Burden in Older Chinese Adults

A recent study followed a large group of middle‑aged and older adults in China to see how long‑term fat around the belly affected their chances of having a stroke. Instead of looking at just one moment in time, researchers measured a special score called METS‑VF that combines several health indic

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

MS: Why Our Immune System Gets It Wrong

The story of multiple sclerosis (MS) starts with our genes and ends in a modern kitchen. Some scientists say that the very DNA that makes us strong against bugs also makes us prone to MS. They call this “antagonistic pleiotropy. ” Other researchers point out that we used to live with tiny worm

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

Religion’s Hidden Toll on Mental Well‑Being

Many people around the world turn to faith for comfort and guidance. Yet most studies focus only on personal beliefs, overlooking how belonging to a minority religion can shape mental health. When people face prejudice or social exclusion because of their faith, their chances for emotional stability

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Apr 05 2026SPORTS

Koa Peat: Faith, Basketball and a Viral Twist

The buzz around Koa Peat has reached new heights after a clip went viral, suggesting he might leave basketball for religious work. The video, shared by Jon Root, claims Peat said that faith is his true calling and that basketball is not his purpose. The clip has gathered thousands of likes, but the

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Apr 05 2026SPORTS

Why coaches need to stay classy even when things go wrong

Geno Auriemma had a bad night. After his team lost to South Carolina in the Final Four, he publicly criticized the opposing coach during an on-court interview. That alone would have been enough to raise eyebrows, but then things got worse. Auriemma later confronted Dawn Staley courtside, and after t

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