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Remembering Four Sports Writing Legends

June 16, 2026

The Alabama Sports Writers Association paused its yearly awards night to honor four influential sports journalists who passed away in the past year. These writers were key figures when the group was founded in the early 1970s, helping shape its direction and values. The ceremony also celebrated c

politics

Newsom Claims Justice Department Targeting Him Over Trump

June 16, 2026

Gavin Newsom says the U. S. Justice Department is looking into him, claiming former President Donald Trump is picking his political enemies for a probe. In a video shared online, the California governor accused the Trump administration of also focusing on his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom. “If he can

crime

How UK Adoption System Failed a Child

June 16, 2026

A baby boy named Preston Davey was adopted by a couple in Blackpool, Lancashire, after his biological mother—already a convicted murderer—gave him up at just five days old. His foster family raised him for months before social services approved the adoption. But the system that placed him in their c

celebrities

Celebrity Hair Transformations: The Bang Effect

June 15, 2026

Many people wonder how a simple change like bangs can alter their look. Some feel the urge to trim the front after a breakup or when they see a celebrity with a fresh cut. The result can feel like a style victory, or it might mean months of patience while hair grows back. A Reddit discussion gather

crime

Teen Gets Caught for Stashing $13M in Bitcoin

June 15, 2026

A 20‑year‑old from Canada, named Trenton Johnston, admitted to a crime in Miami. He said he helped move stolen money through fake accounts. The case involves about $13 million in Bitcoin that disappeared from a Californian victim. Johnston used fake emails and phone calls. He pretended to be a Goog

politics

Trump’s Unexpected Lessons on Politics and Pride

June 15, 2026

Donald Trump has taught me that pride can be a double‑edged sword. He uses words to rally people, yet his language often shows how unclear speech can mislead and divide. When he attacks movements that fight racism, class bias, or ableism, it reminds me how vital diversity and fairness are in s

weather

Tornado Chaos Hits Illinois and Indiana

June 15, 2026

A powerful storm swept through the Chicago region, sparking at least 17 tornadoes across Illinois and Indiana. The National Weather Service confirmed the latest twisters on Sunday, adding six new storms to those already documented from Thursday’s intense weather front. One of the newer tornadoes str

entertainment

Vince Gilligan Says the 1982 “Thing” Beats Its Own Predecessor

June 15, 2026

Vince Gilligan, famous for shows like Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, recently shared his thoughts on a classic sci‑fi horror film that was released 44 years ago. He highlighted why the 1982 movie “The Thing” is superior to the earlier version made in 1951. Gilligan first became interested in t

opinion

Silicon Valley’s Quiet Power Play

June 15, 2026

John O’Farrell, once a partner at the venture firm Andreessen Horowitz, recently shared his concerns about how tech investors are shaping policy on artificial intelligence. He believes that the wealth of these companies is used to silence discussion about regulating AI, favoring their own interests

entertainment

Behind the Screen: A Single Mom, Webcams, and Crime

June 15, 2026

Paula thought her biggest problem was balancing childcare with a full-time job checking facts for a newspaper. Then she watched Trevor, a man she met streaming live, get attacked during a private show. That moment changed everything. While diving into his case, she stumbles into a messy world of ill