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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

Young Leader Takes Charge of New Mexico Athletics

Ryan Berryman, 32, has stepped into the role of director at the University of New Mexico’s athletics department after a long journey that began with cleaning jerseys. His appointment marks the start of what the university calls a “new era” for its sports programs. Berryman’s path to leadership wa

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Mar 21 2026POLITICS

Staten Island Wants More Police and Youth Programs

The District Attorney of Staten Island spoke to the New York City Council this week, asking for extra money to help keep the borough safe and curb crime among young people. He joined other borough attorneys and a special narcotics prosecutor to discuss the upcoming budget for 2027. During the mee

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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

A Rising Basketball Star and the Roots That Shape Him

Alex Karaban first appeared on a college basketball court in 2022, but his story runs deeper than the hoops and the scoreboards. Born on November 11, 2002, he grew up in Northborough, Massachusetts, where the local courts became his playground and his future. As a freshman at UConn, he started 38 of

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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

New Fighter, New Beginnings: Shanelle Dyer’s Journey to the UFC

Shanelle Dyer, a 24‑year‑old from London, is set to make her UFC debut at the O2 Arena on March 21. Her fight card will face Ravena Oliveira, and she will need to start strong to claim victory. Born in the United Kingdom, Dyer grew up surrounded by London’s vibrant martial arts scene. She began t

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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

Luke Riley: A Rising Star in UFC London

Luke Riley has quickly risen to prominence, bypassing the usual path through Dana White’s Contender Series after a cancelled fight in September 2024. He claimed victory over Bogdan Grad at his UFC debut last November, earning a co‑main event spot. Now, on March 21, he will face Michael Aswell Jr. in

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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

Isaiah Evans: From Fayetteville to Duke

Isaiah Evans grew up in Fayetteville, North Carolina, and was born on December 6, 2005. He is an American citizen who has played for U. S. youth teams. At a Nike Hoops Summit, he scored six points in five minutes and has trained at national camps, like one in Colorado in 2023. While he hasn’t yet pl

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Mar 21 2026EDUCATION

California’s School System Needs a New Game Plan

California is the biggest and most varied state in America. That mix makes rules hard to make, because many groups want a say and none agree fast enough. Because of this, problems like homelessness, poverty, water shortages, and low school scores stay open for years. Students in California lag behi

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Mar 21 2026ENVIRONMENT

Assessing the Legacy of an Old Aluminum Smelter

The last step in figuring out how much damage the former Columbia Falls smelter has caused to nature is now ready. A plan written by state and federal agencies, the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, and other partners will examine the site again and decide how to repair or pay for long‑term h

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Mar 21 2026POLITICS

Guterres Says He’s Working With Trump’s Peace Group on Gaza

The U. N. Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres told a news outlet that he is collaborating with Donald Trump’s newly formed Board of Peace on plans to rebuild Gaza. He said the board’s goal—financing and delivering basic reconstruction for Palestinian homes and infrastructure—was approved by the Secur

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Mar 21 2026POLITICS

Oil Prices Rise as Middle East Tensions Grow

Oil prices have climbed sharply, reaching around $120 a barrel amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East. The situation is complicated by threats to shipping lanes, especially through the Strait of Hormuz, where Iranian forces have warned against passing oil tankers. This has pushed U. S. gasolin

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