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recording academys

A Fresh Take on a Rising Kicker’s Journey

March 22, 2026

Jaffer Murphy, the standout kicker from UTSA, recently turned heads with a 70‑yard field goal and a swift 4. 47‑second 40‑yard dash during his Pro Day, feats that are uncommon for players in his position. Scouts and teams noted his remarkable display, which comes after a season where he mainly handl

entertainment

BigXthaPlug Drops New Mixtape With Big Names

March 21, 2026

A fresh mixtape called 6WA has just hit the streets, featuring Dallas rapper BigXthaPlug and a lineup of well‑known collaborators. The release spotlights artists from his own 600 Entertainment label, including Texas talents Ro$ama, Yung Hood, Murdagang PB, KevanGotBandz and KaineMusic. Fans will als

health

Heart Health After a First Heart Attack in Older Women

March 18, 2026

Older women who have their first heart attack face a serious risk of death. Researchers looked at post‑menopausal women who were part of a large health study to see how many survived and what factors influenced their chances. The study followed these women over time, recording when they had a hear

technology

New AirPods Max 2: Bigger Beats, Smarter Features

March 16, 2026

Apple has rolled out a fresh pair of over‑the‑ear headphones that build on the original AirPods Max. The biggest change is a new H2 chip, which makes noise cancelling stronger and lets the earbuds react automatically to what’s around you. The design stays familiar: silver, black and other colors,

sports

Hawks Drop Magic City Promo, Fans Still Get Gear

March 16, 2026

The Atlanta Hawks decided to call off a special event that was supposed to bring the Magic City club into their arena. The plan, set for a March 16 game against Orlando, had promised a unique experience and special merch. Instead of the planned live recording with owner Jami Gertz, rapper T. I. , an

science

Faces in a Grid: How the Brain Picks Out Differences

March 15, 2026

The study looks at how our brains tell apart faces that look alike when many are shown together. Researchers used brain‑wave recordings called ERPs to track responses while people watched 2 × 2 grids of faces. The faces were either the same picture, different pictures of the same person, or pictures

science

Speedy Speech Can Boost How Smart You Seem

March 15, 2026

People who can persuade others often do so by sounding smart. A quick way to appear more knowledgeable is to raise your speaking speed just a bit. Research in Language and Speech found that listeners judge someone as more competent when they talk faster, but not too fast. Another study in t

opinion

Alaska’s Language Center Is Closing – What That Means for Native Voices

March 14, 2026

The Alaska Native Language Center, which has served the state for more than half a century, will shut its doors this summer. The decision follows a shift in the University of Alaska’s budget priorities and signals a change in how state resources are allocated to Indigenous language work. For many p

entertainment

Record‑Breaking Guitar Sale Hits $14. 55 Million

March 13, 2026

A black Fender Stratocaster once owned by David Gilmour has just set a new auction record, fetching $14. 55 million from an online bidder after a quick 21‑minute bidding war. The sale took place at Christie’s, the same auction house that handled previous high‑profile instrument sales. Gilmour bou

celebrities

Legendary Hip‑Hop DJ Lord Sear Passes Away at 53

March 12, 2026

Lord Sear, a well‑known voice in hip‑hop radio, has died at the age of 53. He began his career on tour with rapper Kurious and later became a staple on WKCR’s “Stretch Armstrong and Bobbito Show, ” where he helped launch the careers of Jay‑Z, Nas and the Wu‑Tang Clan. In the 1990s he turned to re