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Young men in the U. S. are finding more meaning in religion than ever before

April 17, 2026

Recent data shows a surprising shift among young men in America. More are saying religion plays a big role in their lives than young women—a rare reversal in the past 25 years. In 2024, 42% of men aged 18-29 called religion "very important, " up from just 28% two years earlier. Meanwhile, young wome

sports

Boston Marathon 2026: Where Runners, Stars, and Causes Collide

April 17, 2026

Every April, Boston turns into a running party with its famous 26. 2-mile race. Some people run for personal bests, but the event also attracts a mix of athletes, stars, and public figures. The 2026 lineup includes names you might recognize from sports, politics, TV, and even space. But this race is

lifestyle

Fresh troubles for Columbia and Lexington this week

April 16, 2026

A drowning near Irmo and a trooper’s alleged misconduct highlight how routine places can suddenly turn dangerous. In Lexington County, a 50-year-old Columbia man named Travers Antonio Berry was found lifeless under a Lake Murray dock on April 11 after a witness said he slipped while returning to sho

entertainment

New Nashville Music Powerhouse Aims to Protect Country Roots

April 15, 2026

A former chief executive of a major Nashville label has opened a fresh music company that plans to keep country’s storytelling alive. The new venture, called Joan of Arc Music, will handle everything from finding and training artists to publishing songs and managing careers. Its first partner

education

From Classroom to Career: One Student’s Hands-On Journey

April 15, 2026

Ryan Gebhardt, a senior at Sterling High School, has earned the title of Student of the Month for March. While many students juggle classes and after-school activities, Ryan stands out for blending real-world learning with academic goals. Instead of just reading about business, he took the leap into

entertainment

New Picks for Your Streaming and Gaming Lineup

April 11, 2026

The week ahead brings fresh shows, films, music, and games that can spice up any device. Start with a light‑hearted Netflix comedy where Sadie Sandler plays a college freshman who shares a dorm with a boundless roommate. Her parents, voiced by Nick Kroll and Natasha Lyonne, add comic relief to th

sports

Aurora Central Catholic Wins First Game While Other Schools Shuffle Scores

April 11, 2026

The Chargers finally broke their losing streak with a 10‑0 win over Adams‑Friendship, thanks to three hits and RBIs from Grace Grunloh and Morgan Vaghy, plus a solid six‑inning outing by Corina Maratea. In the same stretch, Burlington Central kept its conference perfect record with a 5‑3 victory ove

sports

A Coach’s Journey From Loss to Helping Others

April 11, 2026

Ryan Day grew up with a quiet secret. When he was nine, his father ended his own life in front of him and his brothers. The family kept the pain hidden for many years because talking about mental illness was hard to do back then. Years later, Ryan became the head coach of Ohio State football.

sports

Rajasthan Royals Face Mumbai Indians in Guwahati Showdown

April 7, 2026

The Rajasthan Royals have started the IPL 2026 season on a high note, winning both of their first two games and sitting comfortably in third place with a strong net run rate. Their latest victory over the Gujarat Titans by six runs gave them confidence heading into a clash with the five‑time champio

sports

Inter’s Big Win: Thuram Shines and Welcomes Back Lautaro

April 6, 2026

"Inter Milan beat Roma 5-2 on Easter Sunday. Marcus Thuram was the star of the game, scoring a goal and giving two assists. The match showed how strong Inter is at the top of Serie A. After the game, Thuram talked to the TV network and then to reporters. He said he missed his teammate Lautaro Marti