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In late April, the entertainment world celebrates a wide array of talent. On the 19th, veteran actress Elinor Donahue turns 89, while musician Alan Price of The Animals reaches 84. That same day, actor Tim Curry turns 80 and the late Suge Knight of Death Row Records marks his 61st year. Moving to Ap

Broadway’s New Titanic Hit Turns the Ship into a Pop‑Culture Party

A fresh show has taken center stage on the St. James Theatre, turning the classic 1997 blockbuster into a lively musical mash‑up that mixes beloved songs with sharp satire. The production, called Titaníque, is a tongue‑in‑cheek take on the famous film, using its iconic love story and dramatic moment

sports

Heat Beat Hawks 143‑117, Set Play‑In Stage

The Miami Heat finished the regular season with a high‑scoring 143‑117 win over the Atlanta Hawks, giving them a spot in the play‑in tournament. Jaime Jaquez Jr. , who was vying for Sixth Man of the Year, poured in 26 points off the bench. Bam Adebayo and Norman Powell each added 25, while Kel’el

Justin Bieber’s Coachella comeback sparks debate over modern music trends

Justin Bieber’s surprise Coachella set this year wasn’t your typical festival performance. Instead of a full production, he leaned into nostalgia by playing his old hits straight off YouTube, even recreating a viral 2025 rant where he told paparazzi to back off. The move divided fans—some called it

environment

Salmon Fishing Back in California Waters After Three-Year Break

Three years after commercial salmon fishing vanished from California’s coast, the pause has finally lifted. Federal officials recently gave the green light for limited fishing to restart in 2024. The decision follows a boost in salmon numbers, thanks partly to wetter winters that ended a severe drou

opinion

Climate Change Talk: A Skeptical Review of “Extreme Weather” Claims

The Heartland Institute’s climate conference in Washington brought a mix of arguments and data. One speaker, John Clauser, who earned a Nobel Prize in physics for work on quantum entanglement, used his expertise to scrutinize the evidence often cited as proof of a looming climate crisis. Clauser’s c

Apple TV’s New Cyberpunk Series Could Fix 2025’s Sci‑Fi Miss

Apple TV plans a new show based on William Gibson’s classic book “Neuromancer. ” The series may recover the disappointment of last year’s cyber‑punk film, “Tron: Ares. ” That movie looked flashy but lacked deep stories and strong characters. Critics praised the visuals of “Tron: Ares. ”

Stars Celebrate Another Birthday Day

This April 12, the world spotlights a mix of seasoned performers and rising talents. Among them is veteran actor Ed O’Neill, who turns 80; he once lent his voice to an octopus in the animated film “Finding Dory. ” The day also marks 79 for legendary talk‑show host David Letterman, a Ball State Unive

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Stefan Vaaks Joins Illinois, Shaking Up the Big Ten

Stefan Vaaks, a 6‑foot‑7 Estonian guard who surprised many as a freshman at Providence, has committed to play for Illinois, according to his agents. He arrived in the Big Ten as a top‑10 transfer on ESPN’s list, bringing a rare blend of height and ball‑handling. During his single season with t

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Girl soccer and track teams shine in weekend tournaments