The world of youth athletics is growing fast, but the cost is piling up on families. Parents spend a lot of time and money to keep their kids active. On average, each day that a child plays a sport adds more than three hours to a parent’s schedule for driving, watching games, and handling chores
The world of professional basketball is getting a fresh twist. In the summer of 2026, a brand‑new competition called Dunkman will launch. It is designed to bring the most creative and athletic jumpers into a full‑scale league, rather than just a one‑off contest. The first season will feature twenty‑
The big U. S. markets finished the week on a high note, with the Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq all posting gains. Several shares caught traders’ eye for different reasons. Virgin Galactic shot up more than 24 percent, closing at $3. 07 after hitting an intraday peak of $3. 09. The jump follows buzz that
The U. S. is facing a decision that could change the lives of many citizens. A new proposal would push defense spending beyond $1 trillion, a level not seen since the Cold War. The plan would require cutting money from programs that help families—health care, housing, schools and efforts to pr
The Yankees began the season with an unexpected advantage: no new major injuries after spring training. While their rivals struggled early, the Yankees kept key players healthy and ready to play. The Mets also started well, but in recent weeks they faced setbacks. Jorge Polanco played through Achil
Baltimore’s streets are feeling the heat of spring, and with it comes a new worry: big teen crowds that can turn violent. Police say these meet‑ups, often called “teen link-ups” on social media, are happening more and getting tougher to manage. Last month a video from the White Marsh Mall showed h
Morez Johnson Jr. isn’t just another 20-year-old basketball player. At 6’9”, he dominates the court with rebounding skills that feel like they belong to a seasoned pro. But what makes him stand out isn’t just his height or his stats—it’s the story behind his rise. Born in Illinois, he grew up in a t
For the second year in a row, a new budget plan suggests slashing NASA’s science spending by nearly half. If passed, missions studying planets, stars, and Earth’s climate could be delayed or scrapped entirely. The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, set to launch soon, and missions to Titan and near-
A former assistant to a well-known radio personality has taken legal action against their former employer, claiming the workplace became unbearable after moving into the entertainer’s home. Leslie Kuhn, who managed office duties before transitioning to a live-in role, says she faced an aggressive en
The NHL isn’t just playing games anymore. Inside Newark’s Prudential Center sits a hidden testing ground where the league tries out gadgets that might soon change how hockey works. Called the NHL Innovation Lab, this space lets tech experts, players, and refs mess around with new tools without disru
