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Jun 09 2026EDUCATION

New Study Paths in Nature Care: Online Degrees Take Root in Maine

Colleges aren’t just teaching the usual subjects anymore. In Maine, one university is focusing on jobs that help protect animals and plants. Three fresh degree programs are now open online in marine biology, wildlife care, and wildlife management. Alongside these, four short certificate courses have

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Jun 07 2026SPORTS

Troy’s Baseball Team Shows Why College Sports Still Matter

College baseball doesn’t always get the spotlight, but this season, the Troy Trojans are proving why it should. A team that barely squeezed into the NCAA tournament has somehow reached the Super Regional round, shocking fans by winning big and drawing huge crowds. Their catcher, Jabe Boroff—nickname

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Jun 05 2026SPORTS

College sports rules: Who should decide the future?

College sports are in a mess with no clear rules. Some want Congress to step in and create national guidelines, while others argue that powerhouse conferences should keep control. Nick Saban, the famous Alabama coach, recently told senators that the current system is broken and needs fixing. He supp

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Jun 05 2026POLITICS

Senator changes mind on long-standing Senate rule after winning election

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman showed up to his first Senate term with big plans for changing how the chamber works. In 2022, he campaigned on getting rid of the filibuster rule that lets a small group block most laws. This rule often stops big changes, even when many Americans want them. Back

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May 28 2026SPORTS

New Rules Could Change the Game for College Coaches and Players

College sports might soon face big changes if a new bill makes it through Congress. Two senators from different parties have teamed up to propose the Protect College Sports Act, a sweeping plan aimed at fixing some of the biggest problems in the industry. One portion of the bill, often called the "L

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May 26 2026POLITICS

State lawmakers and suicide discussions online: what’s really being said?

State lawmakers in the U. S. are posting more often about their work online, and some of those posts touch on sensitive topics like suicide. Given how common suicide is as a cause of death here, these discussions could matter more than many realize. But what exactly are legislators saying about it?

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May 22 2026LIFESTYLE

Great small cities in Pennsylvania stand out in national rankings

Pennsylvania quietly boasts almost twenty towns and cities that made the latest “Best Places to Live” list in the United States. Instead of flashy skylines or tourist magnets, most of these spots offer everyday comforts that matter most: homes you can actually afford, schools with solid reputations,

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May 19 2026SPORTS

College Baseball Rankings: Who's Leading as Tournament Time Nears?

College baseball teams are in the final stretch of the regular season, with the NCAA Tournament just around the corner. The top spot in most rankings still belongs to UCLA, who’s not only dominating the field but also preparing to kick off the Big Ten Baseball Tournament this weekend. The Bruins fac

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May 16 2026OPINION

Youth Voices Unite: A Call to Action for Safety and Support

Staten Island faces a growing problem: more teens are getting involved in shootings, even though overall city violence is falling. This trend shows that young people are slipping into dangerous situations faster and with fewer safeguards than before. The Canvas Institute has seen the hidden struggl

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May 16 2026POLITICS

Higher Learning: Who Really Benefits From Diversity Rules?

Colleges keep finding sneaky ways to keep race-based admission policies alive even after the Supreme Court said they were illegal. The twist? Medical schools now tie funding to reaching certain diversity targets – but studies show those targets don’t actually help patients. Schools push teachers to

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