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People Leaving Churches and Why It Matters

June 1, 2026

Recent studies show a steady drop in the number of Americans who identify as Christians, falling from about 60‑64% in 2007 to lower levels today. Even those who still say they are Christian often skip regular services; nearly half of adults rarely attend a church building. The trend is especially cl

science

Team Science: How Sharing Labs Can Boost U. S. Research

June 1, 2026

The United States is slowly reshaping its science system as funding shrinks and other countries poach top talent. Scientists feel the shift, but a new generation is ready to change how research is done if institutions give them the right tools. Traditional academia rewards individuals: people

health

Exploring How PCOS Affects Pregnancy: What the Research Says

June 1, 2026

"Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, is a common hormone problem that many women face while they are able to have children. It can change how pregnancies go, but until now, no one had looked at all the studies together in a big picture. A new analysis pulled data from thousands of research papers

sports

Growing Up on the Greens: The Cole Family Story

June 1, 2026

The story of Eric Cole’s rise in golf starts long before he earned his rookie title. His parents, both seasoned professionals, shaped a unique learning environment that combined travel, hard work, and early exposure to the sport. Bobby Cole began playing at a mine‑owned course in South Africa, wh

politics

A New Battle for Colombia’s Future

June 1, 2026

Colombia’s first round of presidential voting left no clear winner, setting the stage for a June runoff. A tough‑on‑crime outsider named Aberaldo de la Espriella, who calls himself “El Tigre, ” gained a slight edge over the progressive senator Iván Cepeda, who is linked to outgoing President Gust

environment

Big Energy Moves and Climate Challenges in Virginia

June 1, 2026

The state is seeing a major shake‑up as Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy plan to merge, creating the biggest utility in America. A local nonprofit warns that this deal could favor corporate profits over customers, especially as it aims to power the massive energy demands of AI data centers. Mea

entertainment

South Bend’s June Fun Guide: Festivals, Films and Family Adventures

June 1, 2026

A quick glance at South Bend’s calendar shows a packed week of activities from June 1‑7. The first event on the list is an exhibition that takes a look back at America’s symbols of freedom. Visitors can stroll through the Midwest Museum of American Art, see patriotic icons like Uncle Sam and think

politics

Trump’s Freedom 250: A Self‑Headlined Show That Spirals Into Chaos

June 1, 2026

Trump has long liked to surround himself with well‑known names, from singers to athletes. Yet he also insists that he is the most famous figure in any room. When a list of musicians began to drop from the Freedom 250 lineup, he did not replace them. Instead, he announced that he would take the stage

politics

Unity in Music, Not Division

June 1, 2026

Springsteen and Colbert have become symbols of a new kind of political chatter. Their shows mix jokes, songs, and strong opinions in a way that feels less like protest and more like a show for fans who already agree with them. The tone of their words often turns into shouting matches, as if one s

sports

South Africa’s World Cup Trip Stalled by Visa Trouble

June 1, 2026

The South African national soccer team, known as Bafana Bafana, is set to travel from Johannesburg to Mexico for their first match of the FIFA World Cup. They were supposed to leave on May 31 on a chartered flight, but a sudden paperwork problem has put the trip in doubt. A report from the South