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Healthy Habits, Happy Minds: What Students Learn About Activity and Screens

May 14, 2026

A recent study looked at how Chinese college kids feel physically and mentally when they spend time on screens, eat emotionally, or stay active. Researchers handed out a questionnaire to 1, 800 students from three universities in Southwest China. The survey asked about screen time, how much they exe

sports

Big Sports Highlights Turned Into Cool Collectibles

May 14, 2026

Fans can now buy artwork that captures the most memorable moments of 2026’s sports scene. The collection highlights a gold‑medal goal by Jack Hughes at the Winter Olympics in Milan, the Michigan Wolverines’ triumph over UConn to win a national title, and the Indiana Hoosiers’ flawless 16‑0 season

sports

A Playful Pitch: Why Some Sports Traditions Miss the Mark

May 14, 2026

Teams that play video‑game sounds when a penalty ends and fans who sing the same pop hit at every game can feel like a joke to outsiders. In hockey, for example, the Penguins and Sabres have been heard blasting a “1‑up” chime from Super Mario whenever a player comes out of the box. The idea is to

politics

Property Gift Sparks Legal Battle in Miami

May 14, 2026

Miami residents and a local nonprofit have filed a lawsuit against Florida officials, the state’s legislature, Miami‑Dade College and its board, as well as the Donald J. Trump Presidential Library Foundation. They claim that giving a 2. 63‑acre parcel of land to the library is an unconstitutional ad

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Kiffin’s Flip‑Flop: From Campus Complaints to Vanity Fair

May 14, 2026

Kiffin is a coach who changes his style like a chameleon. He moves from one job to the next, fitting in wherever he lands. When LSU asked him for a photo shoot at Tiger Stadium, he showed up in jeans and a tee, looking like a regular guy. The LSU football account shared the picture, hinting at an up

finance

A new kind of bank is coming to Dallas—one that runs on code instead of paper

May 14, 2026

A bank that exists mostly as computer software is getting ready to open in Dallas. This isn’t a regular bank with tellers and vaults. Instead, it plans to handle money transfers, hold digital coins, and process payments using blockchain technology. The bank got the green light from U. S. regulators

crime

School bomb threats in Tennessee: What happens when 911 gets fake calls

May 14, 2026

On a Tuesday in May, over half a dozen schools in middle Tennessee locked down after someone called 911 saying there were bombs inside. Police rushed to each building, students huddled in classrooms, and parents showed up at gates unsure if their kids were safe. When officers searched every room, th

health

How students see exergames shapes how much they play them

May 14, 2026

A recent study looked at how college students view exergames—video games that make you move—and how those views affect whether they keep playing. Researchers asked 154 students about their habits and reasons for playing. The results showed that students who saw exergames as exercise tools were more

business

Dutch Bros makes its first Chicago stop in Melrose Park

May 14, 2026

A coffee chain famous for its high-energy crews and custom drinks is opening its first Illinois location outside the college towns it usually targets. Dutch Bros picked Melrose Park, a mostly residential suburb west of the city, to launch its Chicago-area push. More shops are planned for Oak Park an

sports

A Road Less Traveled to the NBA

May 13, 2026

Daniss Jenkins grew up in Dallas, Texas, where basketball was more than a hobby—it was part of daily life. From an early age he practiced on local courts, competing against peers who would later become teammates or rivals. His love for the game was nurtured by a family that valued hard work and resi