Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

2024 • FRESHMAN SEASON: Saw action in one game, as he competed against Rhode Island. 2023: Redshirted • did not see game action. HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Kasson-Mantorville High School in Kasson, Minn. • ...

Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week (Dec. 1, 2025) Bednarik Award Player of the Week (Dec. 2, 2025) OVERVIEW: Enrolled at Minnesota in June 2025 • spent the previous two seasons (2023-24) at Iowa.

Some of the best CD rates in Virginia reach up to 4.00%—for the time being, at least. If you’re able to put some savings aside for at least a few months, you may be able to capitalize on competitive ...

LUBBOCK, Texas – After going 4-0 to help the Red Raiders sweep both New Mexico State and UTRGV this past weekend, junior Niksa Arsic was named the Big 12 Player of the Week announced by the league ...

The Kurdistan Region of Iraq has lost political legitimacy as entrenched party elites, systemic corruption and patronage networks undermine governance. Economic fragility, salary freezes and ...

At the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, India positioned itself as a global leader in healthcare innovation and equity. Through digital health systems, AI tools and scalable prevention programs, ...