The parents of late Stanford goalkeeper Katie Meyer are, like millions of other Americans, passionately cheering on the U.S. women’s soccer team at the World Cup. But few are doing so with the same amount of conflicting joy and sadness as Steve and Gina Meyer. It’s been a little more than 16 months since the… Continue reading Parents of late Stanford goalkeeper Katie Meyer watch World Cup with ‘sadness’ and ‘joy’
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USWNT faces Portugal in early World Cup match
Netherlands on course to finish above the U.S. The Netherlands is already leading 3-0 against Vietnam in the other Group E game. With the U.S. still tied against Portugal, that means as it stands the Netherlands would win the group with the U.S. advancing but in second place. That would leave the U.S. facing a… Continue reading USWNT faces Portugal in early World Cup match
American cyclist, 17, killed while training for mountain bike world championships
Seventeen-year-old American cyclist Magnus White, who was scheduled to race at the upcoming world championships in Scotland, was killed Saturday when he was struck by a vehicle on a training ride near his home in Boulder, Colorado. Magnus White of The United States during the 73rd UCI Cyclo-Cross World Championships Fayetteville, Ga., in 2022.Chris Graythen… Continue reading American cyclist, 17, killed while training for mountain bike world championships
How the Pneumatic Tire Keeps the Our World Going ‘Round
The versatility of pneumatic tires extends to numerous applications, enabling safer and more efficient mobility in automotive, industrial, construction, and recreational settings. One common application is in the automotive sector, where pneumatic tires are used in passenger cars, motorcycles, trucks and buses. These tires provide ride comfort and secure handling on different road surfaces, enhancing… Continue reading How the Pneumatic Tire Keeps the Our World Going ‘Round
Inside the online world of people who think they can change their race
Since before she hit double digits, Alisa, 15, said she has felt a special connection with Japan. The high school student, who asked to be anonymous for fear of being doxxed online, was born in Ukraine and lives in Maryland, but she now goes by the Japanese name Miyuki and listens to “subliminals” that promise… Continue reading Inside the online world of people who think they can change their race