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Mar 14 2026OPINION

Alaska’s Language Center Is Closing – What That Means for Native Voices

The Alaska Native Language Center, which has served the state for more than half a century, will shut its doors this summer. The decision follows a shift in the University of Alaska’s budget priorities and signals a change in how state resources are allocated to Indigenous language work. For many p

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Mar 14 2026EDUCATION

Kids Take the Judge’s Seat: A Mock Trial That Shocked Everyone

Sixth‑grade students from a Philadelphia magnet school stepped into the historic Supreme Court courtroom for a one‑day mock trial about the famous 1804 duel between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton. They had spent their lunch breaks researching evidence, drafting arguments, and rehearsing speeches

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Mar 14 2026SPORTS

Kevin Vallejos: From Batán to the UFC Octagon

Kevin Vallejos grew up in Batán, a quiet town near Mar del Plata in Argentina. He began training in mixed‑martial arts when he was 16, just for fun. The idea of fighting in the UFC never crossed his mind at first. In September 2023, he faced Jean Silva on Dana White’s Contender Series. He lost and

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Mar 14 2026FINANCE

Retirement Isn’t a Finish Line – It’s a Long Trek

People often think retirement is the moment they stop working, but it’s more like a long hike. Just as climbers on Everest face danger at every stage, retirees encounter risks before, during, and after they stop earning. In the early years, many focus on saving enough money, assuming that will

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Mar 14 2026BUSINESS

Digg’s New Chapter: Downsizing Amid AI Chaos

The online news site Digg is cutting jobs as it confronts a flood of artificial‑intelligence bots that have upset its voting and comment systems. The move follows the company’s 2023 relaunch, which struggled to find a place beside big social networks. CEO Justin Mezzell explained that the plat

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Mar 14 2026EDUCATION

Celebrating Local Scholars: A Look at Their Academic Wins

Osceola County students are making waves far beyond their hometown, earning top honors at a variety of colleges and universities across the country. One standout is Jalen Amari Gummer, who earned a cum laude Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from Furman University. His success is a reminder tha

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Mar 14 2026SPORTS

Gate Delay Sparks Frustration at TPC Sawgrass

The Players Championship has faced a rough start, with weather and timing problems piling up. Lightning and rain on Thursday forced a 21‑minute pause, delaying tee times for the afternoon round. Now, officials have announced that the main gates will not open until 9 a. m. on Saturday’s third round,

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Mar 14 2026SCIENCE

Smart Nitrogen Use Saves Money and Protects Water

Farmers in the area are trying a new way to cut costs and keep groundwater clean. A local extension teacher started the “Nitrogen Challenge” after farmers asked if they were still adding too much fertilizer to their fields. The goal is simple: give each crop exactly the amount of nitrogen it n

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Missouri's Step Backward: A Closer Look at the New Crime Laws

Missouri has recently made headlines with its new crime legislation. This law is being criticized for taking a step back in time. It focuses on being tough on crime, but many people are questioning if this is the right approach. The new law makes punishments harsher for certain crimes. This include

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

Brackets in Motion: How the 2026 NCAA Picks Are Shifting

The path to March Madness is tightening as the last conference tournaments finish. Teams that were once on the bubble are now in the spotlight, and the top seeds may change depending on a few key games. The NCAA uses an advanced system called NET Rankings to decide who gets in and where they sit on

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