Ducks Part Ways with Head Coach Greg Cronin

The Anaheim Ducks have announced that Greg Cronin will not return as their head coach. General Manager Pat Verbeek thanked Cronin for his contributions, citing the team’s young core and improvement over the past two seasons. Cronin, an Arlington native, spent two seasons with the Ducks, posting a 62-87-15 record. Prior to joining Anaheim, he … Read more

Nintendo Teases Future Mario Games on Switch 2

Nintendo has been quiet about a new Mario game for its upcoming Switch 2 console, but president Doug Bowser hinted that something is in the works. In an interview, Bowser only shared that “stay tuned” – leaving fans eagerly awaiting news. On the other hand, Donkey Kong Bananza has sparked speculation as to whether it’s … Read more

Missouri Reports First Measles Case of Year

Missouri has confirmed its first measles case of the year, according to state health officials. The child’s vaccination status is unknown, but there is no indication of widespread exposure in Taney County, where the case was diagnosed. The case comes after a warning from Kansas City health officials that the disease may hit the area … Read more

Sam’s Club Ditches Traditional Checkouts Nationwide

Sam’s Club has announced plans to remove its self-checkout kiosks and traditional checkout lanes nationwide, including Corpus Christi locations. The retail warehouse chain will rely solely on its app-based “Scan & Go” system, which allows customers to scan and pay for items as they shop. The move is part of a broader effort to redefine … Read more

Tunisia Imprisons Dozens in Treason Case Over 13-66 Years

A Tunisian court has sentenced dozens of individuals to prison terms ranging from 13 to 66 years for allegedly conspiring against the state’s security. The case, which began in early 2023, involves over 40 people, including former politicians, journalists, and a central bank governor. President Kais Saied’s government is cracking down on dissent, with these … Read more

French University Offers Refuge to US-Based Researchers Fleeing Trump’s Crackdown

Nearly 300 academics from around the world have applied for a French university’s offer to take in US-based researchers targeted by Donald Trump’s administration. The Aix-Marseille University has received applications from top institutions such as Johns Hopkins, NASA, and Stanford. The program, titled Safe Place for Science, provides three years of funding for up to … Read more

US-Iran Talks End in Rome Amid Cautionary Optimism

High-level talks between the United States and Iran on Tehran’s nuclear program concluded in Rome on Saturday, with both sides expressing cautious optimism about a diplomatic way forward. The negotiations, which took place for over four hours, marked the second round of discussions since the initial talks in Muscat, Oman. The Trump administration described the … Read more

Could Mars’ Volcanoes Have Supported Ancient Life?

NASA’s Perseverance rover has shed new light on the potential for life on Mars by revealing clues about the planet’s volcanic past. Researchers at Texas A&M University, led by Michael Tice, have analyzed rocks collected by the rover and found evidence of two types of mineral-rich volcanic rocks. The discovery suggests that Mars may have … Read more

Doctor Who Dives into Animation with ‘Lux’

Doctor Who is taking a leap of faith into animation this Saturday’s episode, “Lux,” which marks a dream come true for its creators. Russell T Davies, the showrunner, and stars Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu shared their excitement about filming animated sequences. For Gatwa, it was a fun experience to work on animations differently. He … Read more