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Marcus Sasser: A Texas‑Born Basketball Journey

May 17, 2026

Marcus Sasser grew up in Red Oak, Texas, a small town near Dallas where basketball is a daily habit. From the first time he dribbled on neighborhood courts, his family’s love for the game pushed him forward. His uncle Jason coached him in high school, and his father played college ball at Frank Phil

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Rangers Face Tough Challenge as Josh Smith Falls Ill

May 16, 2026

Josh Smith’s season took a sharp turn when the Texas Rangers learned he was hospitalized with viral meningitis. The diagnosis came on Friday, and doctors expect him to stay in the hospital for one to two weeks before he can even think about returning to baseball. He had already been dealing with

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Global Cup Show: Music, Soccer and a Push for School Funds

May 15, 2026

Global Citizen is setting up the biggest halftime show in World Cup history, a plan that mixes pop stars and football to fund education for kids worldwide. The event will feature names like Madonna, Shakira, BTS and the Coldplay singer Chris Martin, who helped design the show. The goal is to channel

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Stoicism in the Spotlight: A Political Game

May 10, 2026

The idea of stoicism says you should only worry about what you can control. In reality, many things happen without warning: prices rise in war, loved ones die suddenly, and our minds don’t have a reset button. Yet today many people see stoicism as a way to stay calm and succeed. A new versi

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Building a $90 Million Bridge to HBCU Careers

May 9, 2026

AltFinance’s chief executive, Marcus Shaw, talks about a bold new effort to connect students from historically black colleges and universities with the private finance sector. The idea started in 2021, when Shaw and his team realized that many talented graduates lack the insider knowledge needed to

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Big Upsets and Tight Games to Watch This Friday

May 2, 2026

The Los Angeles Lakers are on a risky path as they head to Houston for Game 6 of their playoff series. The Lakers, who are down three games to none, have already shown resilience by winning the first two matches at home. Their star LeBron James has delivered strong performances, and seasoned players

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Celebrities born on April 26th: from Hollywood stars to historical figures

April 27, 2026

April 26th isn’t just any ordinary day—it’s the birthday of many well-known faces across different fields. While most people celebrate with cake and gifts, these individuals mark their special day by making others laugh, think, or even changing landscapes forever. Hollywood stars take center stage,

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Baseball drama: how one player’s hits kept a team’s season running

April 20, 2026

The Lake Charles College Prep baseball team faced a make-or-break moment last weekend against Kenner Discovery Health Science. Losing the first game Friday left them one loss away from elimination. But Saturday’s doubleheader turned into a rollercoaster that no one predicted. In the second game, wi

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Masters Weekend Celeb Parade

April 11, 2026

The famous Augusta golf course has become a hotspot for well‑known faces this year. During the 90th Masters, fans saw a mix of athletes and entertainers walking the fairways. One highlight was comedian Kevin Hart, who stepped behind the scenes as a caddy for Bryson DeChambeau during the Par‑3

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Suns face hurdles ahead of Lakers clash

April 11, 2026

Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker won't play against the Los Angeles Lakers on April 10, choosing rest instead after a tough win over Dallas. Booker had just dropped 37 points, but the team decided he should skip one of the final two games of the season. Jalen Green faces an uncertain return after deal

Marcus Sasser: A Texas‑Born Basketball Journey

Rangers Face Tough Challenge as Josh Smith Falls Ill

Global Cup Show: Music, Soccer and a Push for School Funds

Stoicism in the Spotlight: A Political Game

Building a $90 Million Bridge to HBCU Careers

Big Upsets and Tight Games to Watch This Friday

Celebrities born on April 26th: from Hollywood stars to historical figures

Baseball drama: how one player’s hits kept a team’s season running

Masters Weekend Celeb Parade

Suns face hurdles ahead of Lakers clash

Building a $90 Million Bridge to HBCU Careers