One Knoxville SC is making waves in the soccer world. They just secured their first-ever playoff win on Nov. 2. This victory is a big deal because it keeps their unbeaten streak at home alive, even in the playoffs. Their home record is impressive: 11 wins, no losses, and three draws. But on the road
The College of the Canyons women's soccer team made a strong comeback on Halloween, defeating West L. A. College 2-1 at home. This victory was especially sweet as it avenged their earlier loss to the same team just three weeks prior. The Cougars started strong, taking a 1-0 lead into halftime. Sien
Cryptococcus neoformans and Cryptococcus gattii are not your everyday fungi. They are serious pathogens, with the World Health Organization ranking them as critical and medium priority, respectively. These fungi primarily target people with HIV, especially in low- and middle-income countries. But th
Massachusetts high school sports saw some thrilling upsets and record-breaking performances this week. The excitement kicked off with a shocking volleyball match where the 16th-seeded Newton South girls' volleyball team defeated the top-seeded Chelmsford team. This victory was a major upset, as Chel
Many celebrities had odd jobs before they became famous. Some of these jobs were quite unusual. For example, Jonathan Bailey, who is known for his acting, used to work in a honey factory. He had to check the temperature of lemon curd early in the morning. This job made him realize that he did not wa
In the small town of Willmar, Minnesota, a high school soccer team has become a haven for young players facing tough challenges. These players, hailing from diverse backgrounds, find solace and unity on the field, away from the harsh realities of immigration debates and societal pressures. The team
In the world of germs, some are more famous for causing trouble than others. One such troublemaker is Streptococcus pyogenes, better known as Group A Strep. It's usually known for causing sore throats and skin infections. But in rare cases, it can cause serious lung infections. A 52-year-old woman
Virginia's men's soccer team pulled off a thrilling 1-0 win against SMU, securing the 2025 ACC regular-season championship. The game was tense, with both teams struggling to create many clear-cut chances. The Cavaliers dominated possession but found it tough to break through SMU's defense. In the f
Laura Harvey, the head coach of the Seattle Reign in the National Women's Soccer League, recently shared that she turned to ChatGPT for some fresh ideas on soccer tactics. She was curious about what the AI could offer, so she asked it questions like, "What is Seattle Reign's identity? " and "What fo
Dixon's boys cross country team made a strong start in their quest for a state title. They won the Sterling regional with a solid team effort, scoring 41 points. This put them 20 points ahead of Aurora Central Catholic, who came in second. Sterling, unfortunately, finished eighth with 218 points. I
