Two-time medalist U.S. goalball player supports her Paralympian fiance—from the stands

Anger erupted as the Trump administration announced a travel ban affecting individuals from 19 countries, predominantly in Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean, citing national safety. Critics condemned it as discriminatory and inhumane, expressing fears about family separations and visa impacts, particularly among Haitian and Cuban communities. The ban, which includes exceptions for certain family members and lawful residents, raises concerns reminiscent of previous travel restrictions, indicating a significant challenge for those seeking to reunite with...

BOMB THREAT EVACUATION AT DETROIT AIRPORTA bomb threat at Detroit Metropolitan Airport led to the evacuation of Spirit Airlines Flight 2145, which was preparing to depart for Los Angeles early Thursday morning. Passengers were safely deplaned and taken to the Evans Terminal for additional screening while K-9 units searched the aircraft for explosives. The source of the threat is still under investigation, and after clearance from law enforcement, the flight eventually departed for LAX. Full...

A 41-year-old ski mountaineer, Alex Chiu from Seattle, was recovered after falling over 3,000 feet from Mount McKinley while climbing the West Buttress route on June 2. Following the accident, search efforts were hindered by severe weather, but rangers successfully located and retrieved his body after the conditions improved. An investigation into the incident is ongoing, and it is noted that a similar tragedy occurred in 2010 at the same location, where a French mountaineer's...

NBA Finals Matchup: Thunder vs. PacersThe NBA Finals are set with the Oklahoma City Thunder facing the Indiana Pacers. The Thunder, led by MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, have had a strong playoff run, defeating the Grizzlies, Nuggets, and Timberwolves, with only four losses. The Pacers, surprising many by eliminating the Bucks, Cavaliers, and Knicks, are powered by Tyrese Haliburton's all-around play and Pascal Siakam's scoring and rebounding prowess, featuring six players averaging double-digit points. Full Article

Marcelo Gomes da Silva, an 18-year-old Massachusetts high school student originally from Brazil, was granted a $2,000 bond after being detained by ICE agents while en route to volleyball practice. The agents were searching for Gomes da Silva's father due to reckless driving issues, but detained him instead as he was found to be in the U.S. illegally. Support from the community, including a student walkout and a dedicated volleyball match, emphasizes the family's struggle...

Matt Vogt's U.S. Open QualificationMatt Vogt, a 34-year-old dentist from Indianapolis, qualified for the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club after winning a qualifying event in Washington on June 2. Overwhelmed with emotion, he reflected on the significance of playing in Pittsburgh, where he grew up, while honoring his late father, who recently passed away. Vogt expressed his excitement about competing among the world's best players, emphasizing the importance of staying present and cherishing the...