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From Small Town to Big Court: A Basketball Journey

March 23, 2026

A young athlete from Southborough, Massachusetts grew up in a family that moved to the United States from Belarus and Ukraine. His parents, Olga and Alexei, settled in America after leaving their home countries, bringing with them a strong work ethic and love for sports. The player’s early basketbal

sports

Lakers’ Bench Star: The Story Behind Jarred Vanderbilt

March 23, 2026

Jarred Vanderbilt joined the Los Angeles Lakers in 2023 after a trade that brought him from Minnesota. The team saw his potential early and offered a four‑year, $48 million extension in September of the same year. He is known for grabbing rebounds and playing hard on defense, even though his average

sports

From Newark to Kentucky: The Journey of Otega Oweh

March 23, 2026

Otega Oweh’s rise in college basketball didn’t happen overnight. His standout moment came during a high-pressure game against Santa Clara, where his last-second three-pointer kept Kentucky alive. Without that shot, the Wildcats might have faced an early exit, but instead, Oweh delivered 35 points to

politics

Local Schools Seek More Control Over Charter Budgets

March 22, 2026

In Charleston County, a group of school leaders wants state lawmakers to give local districts more say in how charter schools use their money. Daniel Prentice, the district’s chief finance officer, is urging representatives to add a clause that would require charter budgets to be approved by the

sports

A Rising Basketball Star and the Roots That Shape Him

March 21, 2026

Alex Karaban first appeared on a college basketball court in 2022, but his story runs deeper than the hoops and the scoreboards. Born on November 11, 2002, he grew up in Northborough, Massachusetts, where the local courts became his playground and his future. As a freshman at UConn, he started 38 of

celebrities

Celebrities Who Turned a Year Older on March 20

March 20, 2026

Spike Lee celebrated his 69th birthday, a milestone that comes after decades of filmmaking and a long‑time loyalty to the New York Knicks since 1985. Holly Hunter, now 68, added another year to her career while also playing a Federation captain on “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. ” Model Kathy I

entertainment

Celebrities Show Real Skin at Oscars After‑Party

March 19, 2026

The 98th Academy Awards sparked a debate when a viral story highlighted the harsh lighting at the post‑event Vanity Fair gathering. Reporters described it as “blazing” and many guests felt the lights made their skin appear harsher than usual. One attendee even said the brightness was like standing u

health

Choosing Care for Very Premature Babies

March 18, 2026

When a baby arrives at 22, 23 or 24 weeks old, doctors and parents face tough choices. Some families hope the child can survive and grow healthy; others worry about pain, long‑term problems and money. Studies show that more babies are living after these early births, but many still face serious heal

entertainment

Oscars lose viewers under Conan O'Brien's second hosting year

March 18, 2026

The Oscars faced a noticeable drop in viewers during Conan O'Brien's second year as host, with numbers falling compared to his debut. About 17. 9 million people watched the 98th Academy Awards on ABC or Hulu, marking a 9% decline from his first year. That first year, after the pandemic, saw a big su

crime

True Crime in 2025: New Voices, Old Stories

March 17, 2026

The year 2025 offered a surprising shift in the true‑crime world, moving away from flashy rehashes and toward deeper, more human stories. Some releases still followed the old formula: a new angle on a famous serial killer or a celebrity drama that feels rushed to beat online rivals. But many f