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6 charts to show your family when they ask why you don't have a new job
From the highest unemployment in years to job switchers seeing more modest raises than years past, charts show how the job market fared in 2025.
The big sports quiz of the year 2025
Have you followed the football, rugby, basketball, NFL, cycling, F1, tennis, horse racing, sumo, athletics and golf?
Basketball box scores, other sports results for Tuesday, December 23, 2025
TUESDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball WPIAL CLASS 6A Section 1 New Castle 60, Seneca Valley 26 New Castle 11 22 18 9 — 60 Seneca Valley 7 5 9 5...
Provo's Ford's Locker meat processing business faces uncertain future after devastating fire
A fire at Ford's Locker in Provo has resulted in a complete loss, and owners ask for patience as they figure out next steps for the business.
Immigrant business owners ask for community support amid ICE activity
Nevada Upgrades Business Licensing via ‘Orion’
Work on the new portal began in 2023, with the next phase scheduled for 2026. Nevada joins other states in setting up such portals for a variety of tasks, including accessing services such as unemployment benefits.
Rutgers Women’s Basketball 2025-26 Key Big Ten Games
What Conference Games Stand Out For Rutgers?
Nicki Minaj’s Embrace of Trump-Era Politics Has Fans Asking Questions
The Trinidad and Tobago-born hip-hop artist's motives are under scrutiny.
One big question: What was the biggest challenge of 2025 for Louisiana businesses?
We asked four experts from different corners of the state with different backgrounds: What was the single biggest challenge for business in 2025?
Rozier lawyers move to dismiss betting charges
Terry Rozier attorneys say the government overstepped when it accused his client of wire fraud stemming from his alleged involvement in a sports betting scheme and is asking a federal judge to dismiss the charges.
Opinion: Affordable health care is key to successful reentry and a stronger Alaska
As federal tax credits are set to expire, Alaska will bear the weight of an avoidable crisis.
Vermont high school sports scores, results, stats for Tuesday, Dec. 23
Vermont high school sports scores and results as reported to the Burlington Free Press sports department.
High school basketball: Monday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Monday's games.
Green Bay area high school sports results for Monday, Dec. 22
High school boys and girls basketball teams were in action.
Junglepussy is ready to conquer the world
It’s hard not to be inspired by Junglepussy — just ask “One Battle After Another” director Paul Thomas Anderson. In our “Annual Self-Assessment,” the rapper reflects on the year and looks ahead to 2026: “You see how I rock the boat?”
Nine mental-health tips for a happier 2026
Regardless of any resolutions you may have for 2026, one thing is for sure: Everyone wants to have a happy new year.While losing weight or saving money may be great goals, the most straightforward path to happiness is caring for your mental and emotional health. A robust body of research shows that simple cognitive and behavioral strategies can reliably boost happiness and reduce stress – and they’re generally free and accessible to all.These strategies don’t have to be super time-consuming, but they do require intention: They only work if you do them.Here, psychologist Valentina Ogaryan, PhD, clinical director of the Simms/Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology, shares her top tips for cultivating more calm, centeredness and happiness in the new year (or anytime):Make time for playPlay isn’t just for kids, and it’s far from frivolous. The National Institute for Play says engaging in silliness, fun and just-for-pleasure activities reduces stress and increases optimism and resilience. A recent review also found that play improves mental health.“Adults can benefit from play as much as children,” Dr. Ogaryan says, “not just as a reward, but something that helps regulate.”So go ahead and dance with your dog, build something with Legos, tell a joke, sing karaoke or do anything else that feels like fun. Don’t worry about being productive, just enjoy yourself. And, if you can, opt for more analog play, Dr. Ogaryan suggests, as a respite from our ever-more-digital world. Move your bodyWhether you dance, ski, do yoga, play pickleball, ride a bike, roller-skate, hike or lift weights, physical movement benefits overall happiness and well-being. A 2018 review study of more than 1.2 million adults in the U.S. found that doing any kind of exercise was “significantly and meaningfully associated” with better self-reported mental health.The sweet spot was 45 minutes of movement three to five times a week, but even short bursts of physical activity can boost brain health, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.“Movement helps support mood and regulate the nervous system,” Dr. Ogaryan says.Plus: exercise can improve sleep quality, and sleep is essential for mental health.Prioritize sleep“Sleep plays a major role in managing stress,” Dr. Ogaryan says. Research shows that lack of sufficient sleep increases the risk of various diseases, including depression.While stress can interfere with sleep, practicing good sleep hygiene can make logging ZZ’s easier. That means maintaining a consistent bedtime; keeping the bedroom cool, dark and quiet; and avoiding social media, news and stimulating shows before bed.Consume lessWe live in a consumer culture, inundated by endless streams of content and advertising everywhere we go, which makes it easy to get overstimulated.“Something really helpful for stress reduction is to simply consume less,” Dr. Ogaryan says – less news, less social media, less information, less noise, less screen time. “It’s about reducing the input,” she says.Consider setting a maximum number of news articles per day, for example, or a time limit on scrolling. Maybe even go device free for an afternoon or a whole day.Practice present-moment awarenessWith so much coming at us all the time, focusing on the here and now can make life feel more manageable, Dr. Ogaryan says: “When everything feels super overwhelming, when everything feels larger than life, let’s make our world a little bit smaller for that moment in time.”She suggests taking things one day, or even one hour, at a time. Ask yourself: What’s my next right action? Release the need to know how everything turns out and liberate yourself from having to handle everything right now. Let the future take care of itself and just focus on the current moment. Then the next one. Have a daily anchorFrom work to the daily commute to family and life responsibilities, our days can feel jam-packed. Dr. Ogaryan recommends creating a centering daily anchor that can fit into even the busiest day.Maybe it’s a 10-minute walk during your lunch break or mindfully enjoying your coffee in the morning. Let your anchor adapt to your needs each day, she says, but be intentional about using that time to ground yourself and calm your nervous system. You might even say to yourself, “I choose this walk to help me become centered,” or “My day already feels stressful, so I’m going to take the next 10 minutes to enjoy this cup of coffee, feel the warm mug in my hand and just be present.” Having an anchor won’t erase the busy-ness from your day, but it will allow you to approach it more calmly.Be kind to yourselfMost of us have a harsh inner critic in our heads who works overtime. But that critical voice only increases our stress, triggering the same fight-or-flight response as caustic words from another person.To feel happier, we need to replace that inner critic with a kinder, more compassionate voice, Dr. Ogaryan says. Studies show that self-compassion is a source of eudaimonic happiness – the kind of happiness associated with purpose and meaning in life.While our knee-jerk reaction may be to self-criticize – “How could you let it get to this point? You didn’t manage your time well and now the project is going to be late. You’re so inept.” – we fare better mentally by treating ourselves with kindness, like we would a friend. That might sound like, “You’ve got a lot on your plate, but you are capable and you’ll get it done. I believe in you.”We may think that speaking kindly to ourselves means letting ourselves off the hook, so we end up becoming lazy do-nothings. But research shows the opposite: People who are self-compassionate are more likely to try harder in the face of failure and ultimately reach their goals.You can thank your inner critic for its good intentions, but resolve to talk to yourself in a kind, compassionate voice.Connect with othersHumans are social animals built for connection. Stress can be isolating and cause us to withdraw, but connecting with others is a salve for the psyche, Dr. Ogaryan says.“We know that not all relationships are always easy, but if we can think about intentional, nourishing connection – even in really small doses – it could really help center us,” she says.Take a moment to laugh with your colleagues, hug your pet, have a conversation with a friend or smile at the barista making your coffee. A study found that even tiny interactions with casual acquaintances and strangers decreases loneliness and improves happiness and well-being.Seek supportIf you try these practices and happiness remains elusive, or if you can’t access the wherewithal to follow these tips, seek support from your physician or a therapist. Mental health conditions are among the most common health issues in the U.S. and around the world – more prevalent than diabetes or heart disease. One in five people in the U.S. experiences a mental illness each year, with depression and anxiety the most common, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.“We can all think about these tips,” Dr. Ogaryan says. “But it’s important to recognize if you’ve done everything you can and you’re still really struggling, it’s really important to seek help.”
Can Science Tell Us Why?
The field of science is filled with questions. But are we asking the right ones?
Where Kentucky Basketball stands heading into Christmas
Victory against St. John’s was a great early Christmas present
Final Big Ten women's basketball rankings before league play resumes
A look at the final USA TODAY Sports Network Big Ten women's basketball power rankings before league play resumes.
Nebraska football 2025 transfer portal tracker
In the modern era of college football, every team is impacted by the transfer portal, and the Nebraska Cornhuskers are no exception.
Full-length Replay: San Diego at Washington
The Toreros Battle the Huskies at Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle for a Winter Clash.
Basketball box scores, other sports results for Monday, December 22, 2025; Tuesday's schedule
MONDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball CITY LEAGUE Allderdice 58, Carrick 42 Carrick 14 13 10 5 — 42 Allderdice 21 12 7 18 — 58 High scorers:...
Alabama Basketball Climbs to No. 14 in Latest AP Poll
Crimson Tide rebounds strongly, ascending to No. 14 after decisive wins. This momentum builds as SEC play looms.
Lady Vols defeat Southern Indiana ahead of SEC basketball play
Nya Robertson leads the Lady Vols in win against Southern Indiana.
UNC Basketball vs. ECU: Live Discussion
Can the Tar Heels send the Pirates off to sea to wrap up non-conference play?
Health officials confirm mpox in Anchorage adult who traveled out of state
The Alaska Section of Epidemiology reported no additional cases or evidence of local transmission as of Monday.
NCAA women's volleyball Way-Too-Early Top 10 for 2026
Will Texas A&M and Kentucky be the teams to beat again in 2026? How about Nebraska and Texas?
Pillen will fully fund $15 million business startup program he had cut by 25%
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen announced plans Monday to restore funding to a state program that invests early in local startups.
Ask Pinstripe Alley: Yankees mailbag questions request
Let’s get one last mailbag in for 2025, shall we?
Where Kansas basketball ranks in new USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
Here's where Kansas basketball ranks in new USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
Pillen halts freeze on Business Innovation Act funding
After a review of the program, Gov. Jim Pillen said he will ask the Legislature for an increase in funding for the Business Innovation Act, from $12 million this fiscal year, to $15 million next year.
North College Hill police ask public to help ID suspect in business, vehicle break-ins
As they investigate the break-ins, North College Hill police are asking business owners and residents in each area to review any available camera footage, photos or info regarding their suspect.
Youth in Ugandan Politics
Across Uganda, young people are stepping boldly into the political arena. In our Street Debate we ask them: Where does your drive and sense of urgency come from? And: Do they actually stand a chance?
AP Top 25: Duke drops after first loss in updated college basketball rankings
Arizona held the No. 1 spot in the poll for the third consecutive week
"Is it okay for video games to be this good?" - developers tell us their favourite games of the year
We ask the developers of some of this year's finest games what their personal favourites were for 2025.
Our Favorite Sports Moments Of 2025
These are the sports moments from 2025 that the Defector staff enjoyed. A’ja Wilson Hits A Game-Winner In Phoenix By October, I think I did know subconsciously that A’ja Wilson was the greatest player in the history of women’s basketball. Her fourth MVP award now meant an astonishing hit rate: She has played eight seasons…
New Omaha Chamber report urges state business incentives overhaul, ways to stem ‘brain drain’
A new report from the Greater Omaha Chamber urges a revamp of state business incentives and other changes to help stem "brain drain."
How Northwest Rankin's De’Shawn Dillon is in rare company as Power 4 dual-sport recruit
How De’Shawn Dillon balances the workload of football and basketball as Northwest Rankin star and Ole Miss, Mississippi State target.
What to watch for in WPIAL sports for Dec. 22, 2025: Norwin, Upper St. Clair set for rematch
Three days before the big man comes sliding down the chimney looking for a midnight snack, there are plenty of treats on a busy night of WPIAL girls section basketball Monday.
Full-length Replay: Oklahoma State at Nebraska
From Bob Devaney Sports Center in Lincoln, Neb.
Wrestling starts to heat up, other high school top performers
Top performances of the week for high school sports in the Battle Creek-area, including boys/girls basketball, wrestling and swimming.
Appleton area high school sports results for Saturday, Dec. 20
High school basketball, hockey and wrestling teams were in action.
Hidden seismic signals hint at a tsunami threat in Alaska
Researchers studying a massive landslide in Alaska have detected strange seasonal seismic pulses caused by water freezing and thawing in rock cracks. These faint signals could become an important early clue to changes that might someday trigger a dangerous landslide-driven tsunami.
Commentary: Shea Serrano's 'Expensive Basketball' headlines remarkable year for Latino sports books
Gustavo Arellano highlights a special year for Latinos in sports, with Fernando Mendoza winning the Heisman and four strong sports books released.
Michigan high school boys basketball: Top players for 2025-26 season
Here are 25 of the top boys basketball players for the 2025-26 season in Michigan.
12/21 Big Ten Basketball Preview: Oregon vs. Gonzaga
There are six Big Ten games set for the day, mainly involving schools at home hosting mid-majors. The two exceptions, however, include Penn State taking on Pitt in Hershey Pennsylvania and Oregon facing Gonzaga in the Northwest Elite Showdown in Portland. Pittsburgh vs Penn State Nittany Lions The first game of the day involves an […]
Why is Afcon taking place in December?
Our Ask Me Anything team explore why Afcon 2025 is in December and why it is held biannually.
Hawaii women's basketball settles for Maui split against Liberty, Montana State
UH will disperse over holiday break then ready for full Big West play resuming Jan. 1
Jesuit and De La Salle play their usual pre-Christmas game, and defense makes the difference
De La Salle and Jesuit commonly play basketball against each other on the Saturday before Christmas, and in most seasons, that is the only matchup between the schools.
High school sports roundup for Dec. 19, 2025
Boys Basketball Meadowdale defeated Mountlake Terrace 57-55 The Meadowdale Mavericks overcame a nine-point fourth-quarter deficit to defeat the Mountlake
High school sports roundup for Dec. 19, 2025
Boys Basketball Meadowdale defeated Mountlake Terrace 57-55 The Meadowdale Mavericks overcame a nine-point fourth-quarter deficit to defeat the Mountlake Terrace Hawks, 57-55. Khalil Botley shot 5 for 6 from the […]
Saturday Sports: High school basketball and wrestling from across the North Country
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Gov. Pillen appoints new director of Nebraska DHHS Division of Public Health
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has appointed a director in the Department of Health and Human Services.
TBD vs. Delaware State Hornets - Live Score
View the TBD vs. Delaware State Hornets women's basketball game played on December 21, 2025. View box score, stats, odds, highlights, play-by-play, social & more.
Textbook basketball from Tajianna Roberts! 🙌
Textbook basketball from Tajianna Roberts! 🙌
ChatGPT gets new personality settings, including warmth and emoji usage
You can ask the bot to use fewer emojis, too.
Conference play looms as Florida takes on Colgate
With one of the most dominant frontcourts in college basketball, Florida has received the brunt of its criticism regarding the play of its guards.
Kentucky vs. St. John's prediction, odds, time: 2025 CBS Sports Classic picks
SportsLine's proven model has revealed its St. John's vs. Kentucky college basketball best bets
Nebraska football adds two more coaches to staff
Nebraska added two more coaches to the staff. Lonnie Teasley is now the running game coordinator and Roy Manning is the defensive edge rushers coach.
Your College Basketball Saturday Viewing Guide: December 20, 2025
Feels like everyone ran away from the college football triple-header, doesn’t it
High school basketball: Friday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Friday's games.
Blackstone business seeks city relief from streetcar construction impacts
A Blackstone District business owner is asking city officials for financial relief after reporting significant revenue losses during streetcar construction on Farnam Street.
College basketball picks: Predictions, odds for key top 25 games Saturday
Expert picks, predictions for CBS Sports Classic, more marquee top 25 college basketball games
Marquette Men’s Basketball Big East Preview Primer: at Creighton
The Golden Eagles and the Bluejays face off after two very different Big East openers.
Health and Health Care for American Indian or Alaska Native People: Key Issues
Due to a combination of lower coverage rates, additional access barriers, and historical and ongoing discrimination, AIAN people continue to face significant disparities in health and health care.
Trump to Summon Health Insurers to Ask for Premium Cuts
“I’m going to call a meeting of the insurance companies,” Trump told reporters on Friday at the White House. AHIP, a trade group representing health insurers, said premiums reflect the cost of medical care and that insurers’ margins and administrative costs are regulated.
Trump to Summon Health-Insurance Firms to Ask for Premium Cuts
President Donald Trump said he would convene insurance companies in the coming weeks in a bid to pressure them to reduce costs for Americans who will see their premiums rise following the expiration of Obamacare subsidies at year’s end.
Previewing Virginia basketball’s matchup versus Maryland
Virginia is set to take on Maryland Saturday evening.
TikTok's new US owners won't control key parts of the business
TikTok's new US joint venture will hand over national-security related tasks to its partners, while ByteDance holds onto key business lines.
Best Missouri sports betting apps: Top MO sportsbook apps to earn $3,000 in bonus offers, promos
Missouri betting apps are now accepting real-money bets, and this page will guide you through the best sports betting apps currently available in Missouri.
College basketball power rankings: Duke, Arizona move up
The undefeated Vanderbilt Commodores made a big jump in this week's Power Rankings.
Why Macs are good for business
Colleen Novielli , Apple’s director for Mac product marketing, lays out the company's thinking on its role in the enterprise.
Larian announce plans to let folks ask anything about their generative AI use, asserting "a lot has become lost in translation"
Larian CEO Swen Vincke has announced the studio's plans host an ask me anything session about their generative AI use and Divinity's development process.
Trump says war with Venezuela is possible
President says ‘I don’t rule it out’ when asked about the possibility of conflict during NBC interview
The CEO behind the world's top sleep and meditation app says most leaders are operating at 'about 20%' without a 'fully recharged' battery
David Ko said most executives will say they’re good when you ask how they are. Some additional interrogation suggests the opposite is true.
What to watch for in WPIAL sports on Dec. 19, 2025: Last 2 WPIAL 5A champs to collide in boys hoops
The final Friday before the holidays is a big one for section battles in WPIAL boys basketball.
High school basketball: Boys' and girls' scores from Thursday, Dec. 18
CIF City and Southern Section boys' and girls' basketball results from Thursday, Dec. 18.
Top 25 Redding-area girls basketball players for the 2025-26 season
See the top 25 Redding-area girls basketball players for the 2025-26 high school season.
College basketball conference rankings: Big 12 tops high-major hierarchy
With nonconference play winding down, here's how the high-major conference hierarchy is shaping up
Vermont high school sports scores, results, stats for Thursday, Dec. 18
Vermont high school sports scores and results as reported to the Burlington Free Press sports department.
Syracuse women’s basketball: an updated look at the Orange’s metrics
The numbers are loving ‘Cuse so far this season.
What Car Never Lived Up To Its Potential?
Building cars is a very hard thing to do, so making them everything they can be is a nearly impossible task.
Letter from the Sports Editor: ‘We sleep in May’
Popularized by Jon Rothstein and shamelessly overused by personnel of The Daily Beacon sports department, the phrase “We sleep in May” is the epitome of college basketball. This time of year is chaos. And that is what makes it like no other. No other sport does the overlapping that college basketball does. In the 2024...
Following controversial bans from Steam and Epic, Santa Ragione's Horses has sold 18k copies and repaid debts
Horses has sold over 18k copies, despite being banned from Epic and Steam.
Using science to uncover mysteries of the Mesa archaeological site in Alaska | Bureau of Land Management
Prior excavation and ongoing interpretation of archaeological resources at the Bureau of Land Management's Mesa site in Alaska showcase the BLM’s multiple-use land management mission in action.
The unlikeliest journey to NCAA volleyball's final four
Kyndal Stowers was medically retired because of concussions before transferring to Texas A&M. After helping the Aggies oust No. 1 Nebraska, she's ready to star in the final four.
Thanks for asking after my health, but actually I’m doing just fine
Friends, family and assorted strangers have been sending thoughts and prayers about my ‘cancer journey’. It is, in the nicest possible way, a lot
The Wall Street gift guide: What bankers are asking for this holiday season
While watches dominated recent survey results, experiences, health gear, and "boardroom to bar" clothing are also high on the list.
Basketball box scores, other sports scores for Wednesday, December 17, 2025; Thursday's schedule
WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball NON-SECTION Charleroi 62, Steel Valley 27 Steel Valley 0 17 5 5 — 27 Charleroi 29 13 10 10 — 62 High...
Omaha community health expert talks Pillen's new Medicaid work requirements
Nebraska is the first state require proof of work for those using expanded Medicaid services. One health expert shares what the changes could mean for
Column | Asking Eric: Facebook posts fracture friendship
Friends wants the letter writer “to censor what I post on Facebook on her behalf.”
‘People business first and the food business second.’ Artie T. testifies in court battle to regain Market Basket post.
Deposed Market Basket chief executive Arthur T. Demoulas took the stand Wednesday, vigorously refuting the case that the company's board made for firing him.
Rutgers Women’s Basketball Hosts Lafayette on Saturday
Scarlet Knights Round Out Nonconference Slate By Hosting The Leopards
'Larian Said They Were Doing Something Absolutely Everyone Is Doing and Got an Insanely Crazy Sh*tstorm' - KCD 2 Dev Talks 'AI Hysteria'
Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 lead Daniel Vávra said Larian got embroiled in the 'AI hysteria', since 'absolutely everyone' is doing the same.
ACC Men’s Basketball Power Rankings: Post Exam Edition
Where do the ACC teams rank after taking time for exams?
A new era for sports communication at UNC Hussman | UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media
As director of UNC Hussman’s Sports Communication Focus Program, Distinguished Associate Professor of Sports Communication Livis Freeman is building on the work of the school’s legendary Distinguished Professor for Sports Communication John Sweeney. Sweeney, who retired last year, developed one of the most respected sports communication programs in the country. Freeman, now in his 12th year at the school, is launching an ambitious expansion of the program that is transforming how UNC prepares students for careers in sports media. The most visible change came this fall with a reimagining of “MEJO 377: Sports Communication.” Previously offered as two sections with 30 students each, the course expanded to 96 students and welcomed former UNC basketball star and NBA veteran Tyler Hansbrough as the co-instructor with Freeman, bringing real world professional experience directly into the classroom every week. The course has been a huge success. Students have participated in recording a podcast with Hansbrough and learned from an impressive lineup of guest speakers. Steve Kirschner, UNC’s senior associate director of athletics for communications, was the first in the course’s guest speaker series, followed by UNC Hussman alumni including Kaitlyn Schmidt ’23 from Bleacher Report, Deaton Bell ’90 from Turner Sports and Becca Royer ’19 from the Philadelphia 76ers. Travis Tygart, CEO of the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, also shared his insights with the class. The highlight of the semester came when Roy Williams, who coached Hansbrough and the Tar Heels to a national championship in 2009, visited the classroom. Former UNC men’s basketball players Luke Maye and Marcus Ginyard showed up to support their former coach and Hansbrough, creating an unforgettable experience as Williams entertained students with stories and insights that captivated the room. Student demand has been overwhelming. The course reached capacity within two days of registration opening, with more than 40 students on the waitlist. “Students want to learn from people who have actually lived these experiences,” Freeman said. “Tyler shares insights into media relations, broadcast production and athlete communications that you simply can’t get from a textbook.” The model proved so successful that the school secured funding to continue it for the next five years, with a different former professional athlete co-teaching each fall. The school’s curriculum committee approved a proposal to expand the course to 150 to 200 students starting in fall 2026. This change will make it an introductory course accessible to students from across the University, transforming it into a showcase course for the entire campus. The course redesign represents just one piece of a broader sports communication program overhaul. This fall, the curriculum committee approved “MEJO 390: Sports Play by Play,” the first course of its kind at UNC. Limited to 10 advanced students, the course will be taught by Matt Krause, the current voice of UNC women’s basketball and an ACC Network broadcaster. Students will call actual games across multiple sports including women’s softball, soccer, volleyball, field hockey and lacrosse, as well as men’s soccer and lacrosse. They will also shadow broadcasts of men’s and women’s basketball games. “The sports broadcasting industry is exploding with streaming platforms and conference networks creating unprecedented demand,” Freeman said. The course emerged directly from student advocacy, led by Anna Laible ’26 and others who pushed for hands-on broadcasting experience. Professional equipment has been acquired, partnerships with UNC Athletics are in place and a soft launch began this semester with three experienced students calling games to test the system. The program’s growth extends into other specialized areas as well. Last spring, Stembler Professor Charlie Tuggle launched a new sports event management and hospitality course in partnership with On Location, a company that manages major sporting event experiences. The course provided students with opportunities to travel to the Super Bowl and NFL Draft, and Tuggle plans to take a group to the 2026 Milan Olympics this spring. Looking ahead to spring 2026, Associate Professor Ryan Thornburg will debut a sports data visualization course, adding another dimension to the program’s skill-building offerings. The curriculum expansion reflects the increasingly diverse career paths available in sports media, from traditional journalism and broadcasting to digital analytics and strategic communication. The program is also diving into one of college athletics’ most transformative developments: Name, Image and Likeness rights. Freeman’s “MEJO 466: Sports Marketing” class collaborated last spring with Associate Professor Gary Kayye’s “MEJO 371: Advertising Creative” class on a project with UNC’s Carolina NIL group to help rebrand their organization. That same semester, Kayye’s class envisioned Chapel Thrill, UNC football’s new pregame concert and entertainment experience. And Shaun Anderson, the school’s Knight Chair in Sports, Race and Media, continues to explore the broader implications of NIL through his research and teaching. These NIL-focused initiatives give students direct exposure to the business side of college athletics at a moment when the landscape is rapidly evolving. “Our students aren’t just learning about these changes,” Freeman said. “They’re actively helping shape how schools and athletes navigate them.” The transformation of UNC Hussman’s sports communication program reflects a broader philosophy about how to prepare students for careers in a rapidly changing industry. By bringing in professional practitioners like Hansbrough and Krause, partnering with industry leaders like On Location and ACC Network, and engaging with current issues like NIL, the program ensures students graduate with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. For alumni who remember the foundations John Sweeney built, the expansion represents an evolution rather than a departure. The program still emphasizes strong reporting, strategic communication, ethical communication and critical thinking. But now it also offers students the chance to call live games, work on real NIL campaigns and learn directly from former professional athletes. “We’re not just teaching students about sports media,” Freeman said. “We’re giving them the tools, experiences and connections to actually build careers in it.” With new courses launching, professional partnerships deepening and enrollment expanding, UNC Hussman’s sports communication program is positioning itself as a national leader in preparing the next generation of sports media professionals. For current students, the message is clear: if you’re interested in sports communication, there’s never been a better time to be at UNC Hussman. And for the hundreds of students trying to get off waitlists and into these new courses, the school is working to create more opportunities. The program John Sweeney built is growing in ways that honor his legacy while meeting the demands of a new era in sports media.
911 operators now ask Phoenix callers if they want mental health experts
Phoenix residents calling 911 will now be asked if they need a behavioral health expert to respond to an incident rather than a police officer.
Google's New AI Agent Helps You Get Ahead With a Morning Briefing
The new experiment, CC, sends you a daily email summarizing the meetings and tasks you need to get to.