Lincoln Riley believes USC has a chance at a championship, even with struggles as he starts his fifth year.
In 2026, Lincoln Riley will be entering his fifth year as head coach of the USC Trojans. When he transitioned from Oklahoma, he brought along a remarkable track record, having achieved a 55-10 record over five seasons and mentoring two Heisman Trophy winners while securing four straight Big 12 titles. Riley made three consecutive appearances […]
Stanford athletics wins NCAA championship for the 50th consecutive year
Stanford University’s Impressive Athletic Legacy Dick Gould, a key figure in Stanford University’s athletics for an incredible 70 years, reflects on the challenging times faced by the university’s sports programs. He recalls the doubts expressed by coaches and athletes back then: “Winning at Stanford? It’s just not possible; you can’t be smart enough to compete.” […]
Victor Wembanyama earns his first unanimous NBA Defensive Player of the Year award
Wembanyama Makes History as NBA’s Youngest Unanimous Defensive Player of the Year Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs has achieved a remarkable feat by being unanimously selected as the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year for the 2025-26 season. At just 22 years old, the towering 7-foot-4 talent has not only become the youngest […]
Victor Wembanyama is named the first unanimous Defensive Player of the Year
Wembanyama Makes NBA History On Monday, Victor Wembanyama etched his name into NBA history by becoming the first player ever to be named the unanimous Defensive Player of the Year. The San Antonio Spurs center outperformed Oklahoma City’s Chet Holmgren and Detroit’s Orser Thompson, securing all 100 first-place votes from the media panel responsible for […]
Girl Scout in NYC earns top cookie-selling position for the second consecutive year
Teen Cookie Seller Dominates in New York City Ashley F., a 13-year-old from Brooklyn, has once again proven her skills in the world of cookie sales, becoming the top Girl Scout cookie seller in New York City for a second consecutive year. This young entrepreneur from Bay Ridge sold an impressive 3,013 boxes of popular […]
2026 NFL draft: What rumors are you believing this year?
With just one week left before the 2026 NFL Draft, there’s a sense of urgency. It feels like we’re barely scraping by after all the changes—like Tua Tagovailoa becoming a Falcon—and the things that remain unchanged, like Maxx Crosby still being a Raider. At this point, diving into the draft seems essential to settle all […]
Galway, Ireland, is looking into a new tourism tax that could generate $2.1 million each year.
Galway Considers Tourism Tax Amid Overtourism Concerns Many renowned tourist spots grappling with overtourism and infrastructure issues are contemplating a somewhat unpopular solution: imposing new taxes on visitors. Galway, a city in western Ireland, famous for its medieval streets and vibrant storefronts, is reportedly considering a tourism tax that could generate over $2.1 million annually. […]
Chinese man gets one year in prison for smuggling ants from Kenya
A court in Nairobi recently convicted a Chinese individual, Zhang Jianqun, sentencing him to one year in prison along with a fine of 1 million shillings (approximately $7,737) for his attempt to smuggle live ants out of Kenya. Last month, over 2,200 live ants were discovered concealed within luggage at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. […]
Summary: IRS reports average tax refund is nearly $3,500 this year
Tax Refunds and Recent Events This year’s tax refunds are on the rise, though they haven’t reached the levels anticipated by the Trump administration, according to the IRS chief during a Senate hearing. While he’s addressing unpaid taxes, the focus is also on the current tax season. As the deadline for filing taxes approaches, the […]
7-Eleven Plans to Shut 645 Locations in North America This Year
7-Eleven’s Parent Company to Close 645 Stores in North America Seven & i Holdings plans to shut down 645 stores in North America this year, although it’s still uncertain which specific locations will be impacted. The closures are part of a broader strategy for fiscal 2026, which includes transitioning some stores into wholesale fuel outlets […]