‘Connections’ March 24: Hints and Answers for Puzzle #652

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James appeared on the Pat McAfee Show, discussing his complicated relationship with Michael Jordan, admitting they don't talk due to his active playing career. James also revealed that his bond with Kobe Bryant only developed after joining the Lakers in 2018, with Bryant welcoming him as family. Despite ongoing debates, James respects Jordan and Bryant, highlighting their competitive yet supportive relationships. Full Article

Tiwanda Parker, a college and career coach at Marshall High School, raises concerns about convincing students to apply for jobs at Chicago Public Schools due to uncertain pension stability. The $175 million pension payment for nonteaching CPS staff remains a contentious issue, leading to leadership changes and budget delays. Other news highlights include controversies over superintendent salaries, real estate business success, Chicago Bulls' performance, a new opera at Lyric Opera Chicago, and national security officials...

A panel of justices on Brazil’s Supreme Court accepted charges against former President Jair Bolsonaro for attempting a coup after his 2022 election defeat, ordering him to stand trial along with 33 others, including close allies. The charges include involvement in a coup, a plan to poison his successor Lula da Silva, and a violent attempt to seize power, potentially resulting in decades behind bars. The plot, which involved a failed attempt to involve the...

Actress Jenna Ortega wore a glass-like minidress from Oscar de la Renta's fall 2025 collection during an appearance on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," earning the nickname "The lady in glass." Styled by Enrique Melendez, she donned a $13,000 red mosaic dress inspired by stained glass, complete with a bold red floral appliqué and plastic material that caused some discomfort but also admiration from Colbert and the audience. Ortega also teased Lady Gaga's cameo...

Chinese tea chain Chagee filed for a U.S. initial public offering to trade on Nasdaq as "CHA," with plans to open its first U.S. store in Los Angeles. Founded in 2017, Chagee has over 6,400 teahouses in China, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand, generating $1.7 billion in revenue in 2024. Despite challenges faced by Chinese companies seeking U.S. listings, Chagee aims to expand globally and deliver 15 billion cups of tea annually. Full Article

Prince Harry, along with co-founder Prince Seeiso, has resigned from Sentebale, an African charity they established to honor their mothers, due to tensions with chair Dr. Sophie Chandauka. The trustees, including the princes, stepped down in support of the board amid a breakdown in their relationship with Chandauka, who is believed to be suing the charity. Chandauka accused the princes of playing the "victim card" and highlighted issues of poor governance, abuse of power, and...