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ANAHEIM — The Fairmont Prep girls basketball team ran into a juggernaut in the form of Windward in the Division I semifinals of the CIF Southern California Regional playoffs Saturday at Fairmont Prep Academy. The Wildcats hit 10 3-pointers and seemed to keep Fairmont Prep, the No. 1 seed, in disarray throughout their 79-55 victory…
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SANTA BARBARA — The road warriors rallied their way to an impressive win at the Thunderdome. The UC Irvine men’s basketball team, which trailed by 13 points at halftime, uncorked a 67-point second half to roar past UC Santa Barbara for a 97-88 win on Saturday night, closing the regular season with its nation-best 14th…
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NEWPORT BEACH – La Mirada’s Mia Cook made a beeline for Kiersten Mahan. A week earlier, it was a disconsolate Mahan who, after her shot hit the crossbar, took a few steps toward her disappointed teammates at midfield, then turned around to console goalkeeper Cook after they had just lost in penalty kicks to Sage…
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Saturday’s scores and Tuesday’s schedule for the Orange County teams in the CIF Southern California Regional boys and girls basketball playoffs. CIF SOCAL REGIONAL BASKETBALL PLAYOFFS REGIONAL SEMIFINALS BOYS Division I Sierra Canyon 68, JSerra 64 (2OT) GIRLS Open Division Etiwanda 67, Mater Dei 57 Division I Windward 79, Fairmont Prep 55 Sage Hill 59,…
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Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe now Sage Hill girls basketball is the last Orange County team standing this season. Kamdyn Klamberg scored 21 points and Amalia Holguin had 12 points as the Lightning defeated visiting Brentwood 59-39 in the Division I semifinals of the CIF Southern California Regional on…
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Marriage formally recognizes the union between two people, creating a legal and cultural connection. People marry for many reasons: love, companionship, financial stability and the desire to build a family. A couple usually marries thinking they’ll be together for a lifetime. But sometimes, the bond of marriage breaks, and the relationship ends with a divorce.…
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“Don’t know much about history…” begins the old Sam Cooke earworm, “Wonderful World.” As it turns out, Sam was ahead of his time. Today, history is as passé as great, great grandma’s butter churn. Each day is a new dawn unshackled from the traditions, norms and lessons of the past. Welcome to post-history America, where…
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By Brian Baker, CFA, Bankrate.com The investment world can be difficult to navigate, especially if you’re just starting out. There are lots of confusing terms and complicated acronyms that can turn off someone who’s looking to learn more about financial concepts. Fortunately, there is no shortage of investing books that can help you learn what…
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Since the 17th century, tariffs have been used by U.S. government officials as a means to influence or settle political and economic affairs on national and international levels. Since returning to office, President Donald Trump has promised to impose tariffs on foreign imports to the U.S. with levies on Canada and Mexico already in effect.…
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By Andreea Neculae The concept of smart cities has evolved from a futuristic vision to a tangible reality, with urban centers worldwide integrating technology and sustainability to enhance the quality of life for their residents. These cities employ data analytics, innovative infrastructure and eco-friendly initiatives to create connected and efficient urban environments. So which are…
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