Growing up in a proud Irish Catholic middle-class family, Joe Biden's household was all about the Kennedys. They saw them as the epitome of the American Dream: successful, wealthy, and good-looking Irish Catholics. Former senator Ted Kaufman (D-Del.), who was Biden’s longtime chief of staff, explained, “The Kennedys were, as a group, the people he patterned his life after. Not just his political life, but his life.”

The Cincinnati Bengals are eyeing the upcoming 2024 NFL draft to potentially beef up their offensive line, especially the interior positions. While the right tackle position is in the spotlight, the team is also considering adding depth and competition to the aging interior line, particularly the left guard spot.

In a stunning upset, Aaron Brooks secured his spot at the Paris Olympics by defeating reigning 86-kilogram gold medalist David Taylor not once, but twice, at the U.S. Olympic wrestling trials. Brooks first triumphed over Taylor with a 4-1 victory, marking Taylor's first loss to an American wrestler in seven years. The win set the stage for Brooks to face off against the Tokyo gold medalist and fellow former Penn State athlete for a chance to solidify his spot.

The Los Angeles Lakers' season has been all about redemption, not just for the team but also for point guard D'Angelo Russell. However, in Saturday's Game 1 against the Denver Nuggets, Russell struggled, missing 13 of his final 16 shots. Despite this, Lakers coach Darvin Ham praised Russell's contributions throughout the season, emphasizing that his off night shouldn't overshadow his overall impact.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's urging Palestinians to come together for a big win against Israel, all hot off the heels of some marathon talks with Hamas bigwig Ismail Haniyeh in Istanbul. This dude Erdogan, he's been trying to play peacemaker in the whole Gaza drama, but it's been like trying to herd cats. Anyway, he's saying Palestinian unity is key, and they hashed it out for a good two and a half hours at the Dolmabahce Palace by the Bosphorus strait.

The House of Representatives made some big moves this weekend, passing a bunch of foreign aid bills. They're sending $60.8 billion to Ukraine, $26.4 billion to Israel, and $8 billion to Taiwan and other pals in the Indo-Pacific region.

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Muslim American activists are voicing their discontent with an aid package destined for Israel, labeling it a "point of no return" for their relationship with President Biden. The uproar stems from frustrations over the administration's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict, with some even advocating for voting "uncommitted" in state primaries as a form of protest.

Maile O’Keefe couldn’t hold back the tears as she made her way off the floor at Dickies Arena. Fans in LSU colors cheered, and confetti rained down around her. She wiped away tears and waved to the crowd, acknowledging their support.

The Giants are making moves in their pitching lineup with Alex Cobb facing another setback in his recovery. They've just traded for Mitch White from the Blue Jays and moved Cobb to the 60-day injured list. White, a 29-year-old pitcher, brings both bullpen support and rotation depth, having played 62 games with a 4.99 ERA for the Blue Jays and Dodgers. He got the call after Toronto activated two pitchers from the IL, leading to his designation for assignment.

Jamahal Hill is speaking out about his recent UFC 300 main event bout with Alex Pereira. The fight ended abruptly in Round 1 when Pereira delivered a left hook and follow-up punches, causing the referee to stop the fight at 3:14. While many praised the finish, some later criticized the stoppage.

Robbie Avila, the standout player from Indiana State, has made a big move! He's joining coach Josh Schertz at Saint Louis University after a stellar performance in the 2023-24 season. Avila, a 6-foot-10 center from Oak Forest, Illinois, became a fan favorite at Indiana State, earning nicknames like "Cream Abdul-Jabbar" and "Larry Blurred" thanks to his unique skill set and signature goggles.

Lana surprised everyone at Coachella on Friday, bringing out Camila Cabello for a thrilling performance of her hit single "I Luv It." The crowd went wild as the two stars lit up the stage with their energy and chemistry.

On a typical Friday near Baghdad, there was a big boom that shook up a military base housing members of Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), who are pretty tight with Iran, as per some reports. It caused quite a stir, but Israeli and US officials were quick to distance themselves, denying any involvement in the explosion.

Rev. William Cocco, reflecting outside Joe Biden’s church, ponders a question that’s been a longtime struggle for the president: how can a practicing Catholic support abortion rights? “It’s tough to reconcile that,” Cocco said, emphasizing life as a gift from God. Despite his personal views, Biden has come out in favor of abortion rights, a stance he might have pondered during a recent visit to St. Edmond Roman Catholic Church.

The Cincinnati Bengals have been pretty clear about one thing: they're not looking to trade Tee Higgins. Unless, of course, someone blows their socks off with an offer.

The Wisconsin volleyball team was itching for some action. With just nine players on the roster this semester, scrimmaging in practice was a luxury they couldn't afford. This scarcity of numbers meant that honing their skills became a rare commodity, making opportunities like the Badgers' scrimmage against Illinois-Chicago on Friday night all the more valuable. Hosting the Flames in their first scrimmage of the spring, Wisconsin delivered a stellar performance, sweeping the match in front of a roaring crowd of 6,622 at the UW Field House.

The Denver Broncos checked out Florida Atlantic wide receiver Je’Quan Burton at The College Gridiron Showcase in January, as reported by The Draft Wire's Ryan Fowler. Burton, standing at 5-10 and 187 pounds, brings speed to the table, clocking a swift 4.36 seconds in the 40-yard dash, according to NFLDraftBuzz.com. His college journey started at Southern Illinois, where he played in seven games between 2018 and 2019. After a brief stint at Iowa Central in 2020, Burton moved to Florida Atlantic in 2021. During his time with the Owls, Burton snagged 84 catches for 1,277 yards and nine touchdowns. His breakout year was in 2022, with 33 catches, 517 yards, and four touchdowns.

Friday saw a significant move in the House as they took a crucial step towards passing a much-awaited aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and other American allies. Democrats played a key role, providing the necessary votes to overcome Republican opposition, setting the stage for the legislation to be considered on the floor.

Israel and Iran found themselves in another tense standoff recently, with each side downplaying the severity of an Israeli airstrike near a significant air base and nuclear site in central Iran. This move suggests that despite their longstanding enmity, they're keen on preventing this latest flare-up from spiraling into a full-blown regional conflict. But the situation remains precarious, with underlying grievances yet to be addressed, leaving room for further escalation.