GE

Apr 20 2026OPINION

When Leaders Play God: Why Mixing Politics and Religion Can Backfire

Some supporters of a former U. S. president once made a short film comparing him to a protector sent by a higher power. They used a famous speech’s style to suggest this leader was chosen by destiny. The video called him a leader who would never abandon his people. The former president shared it him

reading time less than a minute
Apr 20 2026OPINION

From Sea Captain’s Son to Record Breaker: The Long Life of Geert Boomgaard

Geert Boomgaard’s life spanned more than a century, starting in 1788 when France was still a monarchy and ending in 1899 when the world was on the brink of the 20th century. He grew up in Groningen, a Dutch town where survival was tough, and his father worked as a struggling sea captain. Large famil

reading time less than a minute
Apr 20 2026SPORTS

Football Icons and Harsh Truths When Heroes Aren’t So Heroic

At sixty, Teddy Sheringham has impressive credentials in football. With over fifty caps for England and trophies from top clubs, he’s seen legends rise and fall in the game. Yet one memory still frustrates him decades later—his first meeting with Glenn Hoddle, the midfield genius he once admired. A

reading time less than a minute
Apr 20 2026SPORTS

A Kansas Player Shines as Portsmouth Invitational Tournament Wraps Up

The Portsmouth Invitational Tournament wrapped up with a thrilling finish as Melvin Council Jr. of Kansas took home the MVP award after leading his team, Portsmouth Sports Club, to victory. The game ended 93-86 against Mike Duman, Inc. , with Council putting up strong numbers: 24 points, 8 rebounds,

reading time less than a minute
Apr 20 2026SPORTS

The Portland Trail Blazers' new owner and his tight-fisted ways

Tom Dundon just paid over $4 billion for an NBA team, yet he’s acting like the franchise runs on loose change. Since taking over the Portland Trail Blazers, he’s been spotted pocketing pennies—a habit that’s now shaping how he runs the organization. Instead of focusing on the playoffs—where the team

reading time less than a minute
Apr 20 2026SPORTS

Indiana’s defense takes Simpson’s comments lightly

Ty Simpson’s recent remarks about Indiana’s College Football Playoff defense have stirred a small reaction from the Hoosiers’ side. During a podcast talk, the Alabama quarterback shared his thoughts on how Indiana’s defense simply "executed its plan better" without surprising his team. He described

reading time less than a minute
Apr 20 2026SPORTS

How Boston Marathon keeps growing without breaking its own records

The Boston Marathon started in 1897 with just 15 runners, inspired by an ancient Greek legend. A messenger named Pheidippides ran from Marathon to Athens to announce victory, then died. Organizers today want no such dramatic endings—just smooth races for 30, 000 runners. But the event has outgrown i

reading time less than a minute
Apr 20 2026CRIME

Anthony Griffin's tragic end: Rap, religion, and a life on the edge

Anthony Griffin, better known in New York's battle rap scene as Fox 5, wasn't always the troubled figure who ended up swinging a machete through Grand Central Terminal. Born in the Bronx, Griffin grew up in the shadow of a changing city and a music scene that loved and discarded artists quickly. By

reading time less than a minute
Apr 20 2026SCIENCE

What We Really Gain When We Edit Genes

Gene editing tools like CRISPR let us change DNA, which raises big questions about human nature. It’s no longer just about fixing diseases early—some see this as a chance to solve rare conditions before birth. But others worry we might end up picking traits for our kids, like choosing eye color or h

reading time less than a minute
Apr 20 2026POLITICS

What Trump’s Bible reading really means for America

The White House just announced that Donald Trump will read a Bible passage from the Oval Office this week, joining a public event called “America Reads The Bible. ” The chosen Scripture comes from 2 Chronicles 7:11-22, specifically verse 14, which says that if people turn away from their wrongdoings

reading time less than a minute