The Portland Fire, an expansion team that has been in limbo for over a decade, finally gets the green light to play. The league’s latest collective bargaining deal gives players more revenue share, but it also sets a ticking clock for the new franchise. The Fire’s leadership—President Clare Hamill a
The WNBA and its players’ union have just signed a new collective bargaining agreement that could change the sport forever. After more than 100 hours of talks in New York, the deal was sealed at dawn on Wednesday. The players now have a higher salary cap—$7 million for 2026, up from $1. 5 mill
A recent series of explosions at cocaine labs close to the Ecuadorian border took a deadly toll, killing 14 people in January. Colombia’s Defense Minister Pedro Sanchez confirmed the incidents and said that both Colombian and Ecuadorian officials are investigating whether any violation of sovereignt
A fresh juice shop is opening on Staten Island, bringing a science‑backed menu that started in New Jersey. The new location at 2955 Veterans Rd. W. , inside South Shore Commons, is the first time the brand has left its home state. The owner, Gianna Rebosio, says the move makes sense because friends
Many people who want to retire think about sunshine, cheap living costs, and a calm lifestyle. More Americans are also looking to move outside the United States. Research shows that the share of adults over 55 who plan to leave America has jumped from a few percent in the 1970s to about 17 % t
Planning ahead for extreme weather isn’t just smart—it can save lives. Recent climate research shows that the chance of hitting a disaster has doubled since 1960, and U. S. disasters already cost more than \$100 billion in the first half of 2025. As heat waves, floods and wildfires grow more common,
The middle part of a food chain is made up of small and medium businesses that move products from farmers to stores. In China, this “hidden middle” often hides safety problems and lets food waste grow. Researchers looked at data from 247 regions in China, covering the years 2015 to 2022. They focus
Axis Bank has decided to add 15 billion rupees, about $162 million, into its consumer lending business, Axis Finance. The move came after the bank’s board approved the funding plan on March 18. Earlier in January, the bank paused plans to sell a share of Axis Finance. This pause followed a
MiLaysia Fulwiley is a name that has become synonymous with talent and determination on the basketball court. Born in South Carolina, she grew up in Columbia where early challenges shaped her path toward success. Her story is not just about points and rebounds; it’s also about resilience, faith, and
Rennie Harris, a street‑dance choreographer from Philadelphia, has launched a new piece called “Losing My Religion. ” The show is part of a national arts series that marks America’s 250th birthday and also fits into Harris’ final year at Penn Live Arts. The work is not about a single religion but
