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Mar 15 2026EDUCATION

A Night of Vintage Fun to Boost School Funds

The Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic School is hosting a unique fundraising event that takes guests back to the roaring twenties. The evening, set for March 21 at the parish activity center, will feature a speakeasy theme complete with jazz music, dim lighting, and themed food. The school’s Home a

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Mar 15 2026BUSINESS

Fertitta Eyes Caesars Deal, A Big Gamble on the Gaming Table

A Houston‑based company led by billionaire Tilman Fertitta is in the middle of negotiations to acquire Caesars Entertainment for a hefty $6. 5 billion, according to reports from CNBC. The deal would value Caesars at about $31. 5 billion when its heavy debt load is factored in, which gives Fertitta’s

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Mar 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The Oscars 2024: A Wild Race for the Biggest Prize

The big night in Hollywood is set to be a roller‑coaster, with the most coveted award up for grabs between the vampire drama “Sinners” and the dark comedy thriller “One Battle After Another. ” The ceremony will begin at 7 p. m. ET and will be streamed live on ABC and Hulu. Conan O’Brien returns a

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Mar 15 2026BUSINESS

NC Treasurer’s Early Move on Administrator Contract Sparks Debate

The state treasurer has begun the administrator contract process earlier than usual, a decision that has drawn attention from both supporters and critics. The move aims to speed up the selection of a new administrator for the state’s financial operations. Some people say this could help avoid delays

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Mar 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

War’s Hidden Damage to Earth and Climate

The Middle East war is hurting the planet in ways people rarely notice. Air raids burn huge amounts of jet fuel, while oil depots that catch fire release thick smoke and carbon. Scientists say the battle adds millions of tonnes of greenhouse gases, equal to many cars driving all year. Bombers

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Mar 15 2026HEALTH

Discovering and Fighting Breast Cancer in Today’s World

Breast cancer stands as the most frequent cancer among women, yet men can also be affected in rare cases. Its causes are mixed: genes, lifestyle choices, hormones, and the surrounding environment all play a part. Early signs vary widely, which makes spotting the disease early a real challenge

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Mar 15 2026SPORTS

Puzzle Day: Decoding the NCAA Basketball Connections

Today’s puzzle spotlights college hoops, and it comes from a sports‑focused outlet that isn’t part of the usual game app. If you’re stuck, there are clues hidden in the color‑coded groups: a simple “Oops! ” for one set, a note about not being the second word for another, a hint that points to team l

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Mar 15 2026EDUCATION

A Nun, A Coach, and the Power of Prayer in Sports

Sister Marguerite O’Beirne, eighty years old and far from a sports expert, has become the unofficial guardian of Neumann University athletes’ academic futures. Though she can’t name a basketball rebound or explain a baseball play, she shows up at every home game in her red blazer and rosary, ready t

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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

Trump Shares a 1998 Elevator Brawl with Kobe Bryant

During a recent Kentucky rally, President Trump met YouTuber and boxer Jake Paul. The conversation drifted from politics to personal history, and Paul asked if Trump had ever fought someone in person. The former president recalled a memorable incident from 1998 that involved NBA stars, including the

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Mar 15 2026SPORTS

German Marquez: A Fresh Pitching Chapter in San Diego

German Marquez has returned to Major League baseball with a new contract in San Diego, showing that he still has plenty of skill left to offer. He first caught fans’ attention when he threw six solid innings against the Giants on March 6, allowing only four hits and striking out six with just 83

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