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Big Wins and New Beginnings in Massachusetts Sports

May 22, 2026

The end of the regular season brought a mix of thrilling victories and personal milestones for many teams across Massachusetts. In baseball, BC High seized its first Catholic Conference title in six years after a dramatic walk‑off win over St. John’s (Shrewsbury). The game highlighted the resilience

politics

Exploring the Sky: Faith, Science and Mystery

May 22, 2026

The sky has always sparked curiosity. People look up and wonder if what they see is a new bird, a plane or something else. Over time, some have said the unknown could be supernatural beings. Others think it might be a new technology. In recent years, leaders in the United States have taken steps to

politics

Colbert’s Final Show: A Political Farewell and Media Drama

May 22, 2026

Stephen Colbert ended his run on CBS with a mix of sharp political jabs and celebrity cameos. His monologues had long focused on criticizing President Trump and supporting Democratic causes, turning the show into a platform for partisan commentary. In July 2025 CBS announced it would end “The

entertainment

Balboa Island’s 31st Parade: Surf Vibes, Music and Community Spirit

May 22, 2026

The 31st annual parade on Balboa Island will kick off at 11 a. m. on Sunday, May 31, and it promises a wave of nostalgia with its surf‑culture theme. The organizers have chosen the Beach Boys’ classic “Good Vibrations” as a tribute to the late Brian Wilson and the music that shaped Southern Californ

art

Money, Not Meaning: What Happens When Art Becomes a Bid

May 22, 2026

Art auctions today feel more like high‑stakes poker games than cultural events. The focus shifts from seeing and feeling a piece to watching the price climb, as if value is created by the money itself. In this way, masterpieces are turned into trophies for the wealthy, and their true purpose—expan

science

Genetic Resistance to Common Goats’ Worms Is Widespread in Poland

May 22, 2026

A recent survey examined 81 goat herds across Poland to see how many worms inside these animals can ignore a common drug called benzimidazole. The researchers first grew the worms from poop samples in a lab and used a DNA test to confirm they were dealing with Haemonchus contortus, the main paras

science

Fungi and Compost Team Up to Fight Plant Nematodes

May 22, 2026

In the world of farming, tiny worms called plant‑parasitic nematodes can cause big problems for crops. Scientists have found that certain fungi, known as nematophagous fungi (NF), can help keep these worms in check. A new review looked at how combining these fungi with organic matter—like compost or

sports

New Offense, New Ideas: How Sean Mannion is Shaping the Eagles

May 22, 2026

Sean Mannion, once a backup quarterback in the NFL, has stepped into the role of play‑caller for the Eagles and is already making his mark. He spent nine seasons on the sidelines, learning from a variety of coaches and teams, which gave him a unique view of offensive strategy. Now, as the fift

politics

TSA Workers Fight for Pay and Power as Airports Consider Private Screening

May 21, 2026

The House Committee on Homeland Security held a hearing to discuss how the Transportation Security Administration can keep up with modern technology and secure funding. The discussion came after TSA officers faced three unpaid periods since October 1, leaving them without wages for nearly 40 % of th

weather

New Jersey Faces Big Crop Loss After Sudden Freeze

May 21, 2026

A sudden drop in temperature after a hot April spell has left many New Jersey farms without harvests. The heat pushed some areas over 90 degrees, making fruit trees bloom early. Then, from April 19 to 22, the weather flipped and temperatures fell into the low 20s. This timing was bad for crops that