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Baseball game interrupted by rain in Alabama

June 1, 2026

A baseball game in Alabama took a sudden turn on Sunday when rain forced a delay. Oklahoma State had built a commanding 12-0 lead over USC Upstate, putting the Spartans in danger of being knocked out of the tournament. If Oklahoma State wins, they move on to face Alabama in the regional final. The q

sports

Silva and White Clash Over a Fighter’s Future

May 27, 2026

Anderson Silva, once celebrated as one of the UFC’s finest, has struggled in recent years. After a series of defeats that began in 2013, the organization’s leader, Dana White, suggested it might be time for Silva to retire. Silva felt this was an overstep and has since avoided speaking with Wh

religion

Why AI Needs a Moral Compass

May 27, 2026

In a surprising shift, the Vatican has entered the artificial intelligence debate—not with blanket rejection, but with a call to slow down. Pope Leo XIV recently linked his new encyclical to a famous 1891 document from the Industrial Revolution, signaling that AI isn’t just another tech trend. It’s

religion

A look at how St. Louis became a city of faith and firsts

May 27, 2026

Back in the early 1800s, St. Louis wasn't exactly known for piety. When a man named Stephen Hempstead moved to this small trading post in 1811, he called it "the worst place I've ever seen. " The city's reputation troubled church leaders too. Roman Catholic Bishop Benedict Flaget visited in 1814 and

religion

AI and War: A New Pope’s Call for Careful Rules

May 26, 2026

The latest message from the Vatican says that smart machines should not be left to a handful of people and that they could make fighting easier. The Pope wrote that wars are now driven by new tech, and he wants rules to keep the human spirit safe. He says old ideas about “just wars” are out of

religion

A Fresh Look at AI’s Impact on Life

May 26, 2026

The new 83‑page paper talks about how artificial intelligence changes everyday life. It starts by warning that fake news is now easier to spread, because AI can change pictures and videos. The author says this makes people believe false ideas, which weakens democracy. When practical gains are cho

politics

How Japan and South Korea Balance Old Wounds with Modern Needs

May 26, 2026

Japan and South Korea share a bond that’s hard to ignore. On one side, they’re economic allies, trading technology, cars, and pop culture like K-pop. On the other, they’re stuck in arguments over history—especially Japan’s rule over Korea in the early 1900s. These fights pop up in trade disputes, co

crime

Australian Families from ISIS Camps Prepare to Fly Home

May 26, 2026

A new batch of seven Australian women and twelve children with ties to the Islamic State are set to leave a northeastern Syrian camp where they’ve been held since the militant group’s collapse. This follows the return of four women and nine children earlier this month—each group bringing back years

religion

Slow‑Down on AI: A Call for Careful Thinking

May 25, 2026

The first major statement from the new pope says governments should pause how fast they push AI forward. He worries that these systems can spread false stories, heighten conflict, and make war feel inevitable. In his long letter, the pope urges leaders to keep AI data out of pure private hands. He

entertainment

Comedians face backlash for jokes that hit too close to home

May 22, 2026

A recent comedy event meant to celebrate Kevin Hart’s career took a sharp turn when two comedians crossed lines with jokes about race and tragedy. Tony Hinchcliffe joked about George Floyd, a Black man whose death during police restraint sparked global protests, saying Floyd was "laughing so hard he