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From curiosity to creative entrepreneurship: UNM alum Efraín Villa’s global journey
When Efraín Villa packed his bags for an international business law course in the United Kingdom, he didn’t know the trip would alter the course of his life. The Albuquerque native, who had grown up camping in New Mexico but hadn’t yet traveled...

SQU graduate among global energy talents
MUSCAT: Abdulaziz bin Mohammed al Matrooshi, a petroleum and energy-engineering graduate from Sultan Qaboos University, has been recognised as one of the most promising rising talents in the global energy sector during the Energy Forum held in...

Bill Maher Blasts Silent 'Keffiyeh-Wearing College Kids' Following Hamas Killings
HBO host Bill Maher confronted the sudden silence from college activists during Friday’s “Real Time with Bill Maher” as Hamas kills Palestinians in Gaza. Maher asked guest Mark Cuban about the disappearance of “keffiyeh-wearing college kids” now...

UNG cadets earn national distinction for leadership and service
Thirty University of North Georgia cadets have been named Distinguished Military Students for the 2025-26 academic year, the most among senior and junior military colleges nationwide and an increase of 12 from last year. The cadets were recognized...

2nd International Forum for Arabic Book in France kicks off
Paris: The Second International Forum for the Arabic Book in France kicked off Saturday. Hosted by the House of Egypt at the International University Campus in Paris, the event will continue until Oct. 25, with the participation of a distinguished...

James Franklin Speaks About His Firing From Penn State on ESPN College GameDay
Penn State has remained in the national spotlight for much of the season, first for its preseason national championship hype, then for its epic collapse which results in the firing of head coach James Franklin. For the first time since the move...

Kansas Air National Guard's 184th Wing chosen for Air Force Point Defense Battle Lab
Rep. Ron Estes, U.S. Representative for Kansas 4th District | LinkedInRep. Ron Estes, U.S. Representative for Kansas 4th District | LinkedIn The 184th Wing of the Kansas Air National Guard, based at McConnell Air Force Base in Wichita, has been...

"It's unfair": Nick Saban takes shot at Penn State for firing James Franklin in viral College GameDay interview at Athens
Nick Saban had James Franklin's back during a viral ESPN CollegeDay interview at Athens. The legendary head coach expressed displeasure at the Nittany Lions' decision to fire Franklin after six games in the 2025 college football season. Saban...

Selkirk College to close one of its campuses in Nelson at end of academic year (Nelson)
Photo: Google Street View Selkirk College on Nelson's Victoria Street A college in Nelson is permanently closing a campus because of the financial effects of federal restrictions on international students. Selkirk College says it will close one of...
Hamirpur's daughter Manisha to showcase her talent in international competition
States » NorthPosted at: Oct 18 2025 11:19PM Hamirpur(HP), Oct 18 (UNI) Hamirpur athletes are overcome with joy, as Manisha Kumari, a runner from the remote village of Utpur in Hamirpur district, will now showcase her talent at the international...

Nick Saban's daughter Kristen captures sweet moment between dad & mom Terry Saban from College GameDay broadcast of Week 8
Nick Saban’s daughter, Kristen, was in attendance at ESPN’s College GameDay set on Saturday as she captured a moment between him and his wife, Terry. In a picture posted on Kristen’s Instagram story, Nick and Terry can be seen sharing an intimate...

24th Kilimanjaro International Marathon launched in Dar
Dar es Salaam. The 24th edition of the Kilimanjaro Premium Lager International Marathon was officially launched in Dar es Salaam on Friday, setting the stage for one of Tanzania’s most anticipated sporting and tourism events. The colourful launch...

Kirby Smart Wants An Even Bigger College Football Playoff, Talks Big Ten-SEC Rivalry
Kirby Smart is not calling timeout on College Football Playoff expansion. We've only had one year of the 12-team playoff field, but the Georgia Bulldogs head coach says we should make it even bigger. Appearing on "The Pat McAfee Show" this week...

Pune: M.A. Rangoonwala College Creates History with India’s Largest Magnification Masterclass for Dental Students
Camp, 18th October 2025: In a landmark event for dental education in India, M.A. Rangoonwala College of Dental Sciences & Research Centre, Pune, organized “Beyond Vision” — the nation’s first and largest Magnification Masterclass for undergraduate...

Elijah Malone’s Basketball Journey: From Grace College to CU Buffs
Elijah Malone's basketball journey takes a significant turn as he prepares to compete against his former team, the Grace College Lancers, this Sunday with the Colorado Buffaloes. After being overlooked by major programs in Indiana, Malone's...

Vanderbilt, Georgia Tech as College Football Playoff frontrunners? Path is clear for both upstart programs
During a regular season defined by widespread parity, it's starting to feel like we might be headed toward debut College Football Playoff appearances from two teams that faced off in last year's Birmingham Bowl -- Vanderbilt and Georgia Tech. The...

South Live Oak Elementary receives National Blue Ribbon for academic performance
LIVINGSTON --- South Live Oak Elementary (SLOE) has been named a Louisiana Blue Ribbon School for its success in student academic performance and growth. SLOE was nominated for the distinguished 2025 National Blue Ribbon Award for its remarkable...

Thousands Join ‘No Kings’ Protest, March in State College
Protestors gathered on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025 on Penn State’s Old Main Lawn for a “No Kings” demonstration, one of approximately 2500 such events scheduled across the United States. Photo by Evan Halfen | StateCollege.com Thousands of protestors...

India and Russia at 25: From trusted partners to global shapers
Two and a half decades ago, India and Russia elevated their enduring ties into a formal strategic partnership - a commitment not just to friendship, but to shared purpose and joint endeavour. In a world of shifting alliances, technological...

James Franklin shocked at firing from Penn State just months after playing for chance at national title
ATHENS, Ga. — James Franklin said Saturday that he was shocked when Penn State fired him hours after a loss in which the Nittany Lions also lost quarterback Drew Allar to a season-ending injury but that he cannot wait to coach again elsewhere....