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Lane Kiffin keeps teasing Ole Miss from afar

May 1, 2026

New Ole Miss football coach Pete Golding isn’t worried about Lane Kiffin’s social media shots at his old team. Kiffin, now at LSU, has a history of playful jabs at Ole Miss and its fans since leaving in November. But Golding sees it differently. “Lane is Lane, ” Golding said in late April. “He jokes

politics

What Americans Really Believe About Human Rights—and Why It Matters

May 1, 2026

A growing number of Americans now see certain authoritarian governments as better on human rights than their own country. Polls show this shift is especially strong among younger Democrats, who view Iran, Israel, and even China in similar negative ways—or sometimes even favor China over the U. S. Th

politics

How Washington Can Save Millions by Listening to Insiders

May 1, 2026

Lawmakers in Washington are talking a lot about audits these days, but there’s a smarter way to catch fraud before it drains public funds. A bill proposed by Rep. David Hackney aims to reward whistleblowers who expose cheating in government programs—not just Medicaid. Right now, Washington is one of

entertainment

A free messed-up game led to a full fix for fans

May 1, 2026

A few weeks back, an Xbox glitch turned Wasteland Remastered into a free download for a short time. Players who grabbed it ended up with a version that wouldn’t even run. Instead of taking it away, the studio behind the game is now giving those players a working copy to replace the broken one. Wast

politics

Why the EPA budget fight matters beyond Washington

May 1, 2026

Lawmakers squared off this week over future funding for the nation’s main pollution watchdog, the EPA. Democrats argued the agency is abandoning its job to keep air and water clean, warning that half-funding requests would gut state programs that test wells, treat wastewater, and track cancer-causin

environment

Understanding South Coast’s nature through science and community

May 1, 2026

On May 13, at 6:30 p. m. , the Middleborough Public Library will host an open discussion where locals can learn how research shapes the area’s natural environment. Three guest speakers will break down important topics like pollinators, salt marshes, and natural pest control. Instead of diving straig

politics

Science and Power: Who Should Really Run Research?

May 1, 2026

In 2026, dozens of top scientists received an unexpected message ending their roles on a key government board. The emails came without warning, saying their jobs were over immediately. Many had been picked for these positions years earlier. They were about to start work on a major report about Ameri

politics

Lebanon’s leaders struggle to agree on Israel talks as Saudi Arabia pushes for unity

May 1, 2026

Lebanon is caught in a tug-of-war between its leaders over whether to hold direct peace talks with Israel. While some officials, including President Aoun, see negotiations as a way to end years of conflict, others, like Speaker Berri, reject face-to-face discussions, fearing they could fuel more vio

politics

How Utah’s New District Could Shape the Next Election

May 1, 2026

Utah’s political scene is getting a shake-up this year, and the changes could surprise even seasoned voters. A recent push to modernize the state’s nomination system has opened doors for more candidates to compete in primaries. But with so few people showing up to traditional caucuses, the process s

sports

Sports betting’s growing problem: What one college QB’s mistake teaches young athletes

May 1, 2026

Brendan Sorsby’s story shows how fast a single bad bet can upend a sports career. The Texas Tech quarterback, one of the most well-paid college players right now, recently checked into a clinic to treat a gambling problem. The NCAA is still figuring out his punishment, but past rulings suggest he mi