Journal Review

For surfers, artificial wave pools provide consistent practice, something they say is needed for Hawaiian surfers to remain competitive in the sport. But in the birthplace of surfing, a proposed artificial wave lagoon is being opposed by other Hawaiians, saying it would endanger the environment. (May 29) (AP Video by Jennifer Sinco Kelleher)

Pay per wave: Native Hawaiians divided over artificial surf lagoon in the birthplace of surfing

A prominent Hawaiian waterman wants to build another Hawaii wave pool facility using the latest technology to simulate the ideal conditions top-notch surfers need to stay competitive. But some … more

By JENNIFER SINCO KELLEHER | 5/29/23

Security guards check identification for proof of age outside the Mall in Columbia, Friday, May 12, 2023, in Columbia, Md. The mall has implemented a "Parental Guidance Required" program, which requires that all visitors under 18 be accompanied by an adult who is at least 21-years-old after 4 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. (AP Photo/Julia Nikhinson)

More businesses require teens to be chaperoned by adults, curbing their independence

For many teens, roaming shopping malls, hanging out at amusement parks, and watching a movie at a local theater with their peers have been long considered the rites of passage to adulthood. But in … more

By ANNE D'INNOCENZIO | 5/28/23

This image released by Milk Street shows a recipe for quinoa and black bean burgers. (Milk Street via AP)

A veggie burger even Memorial Day meat eaters will love

While meat lovers look forward to a Memorial Day barbecue, many people might be looking for a veggie option. Black beans lend meaty substance to veggie burgers, but the patties often turn to mush. So … more

By CHRISTOPHER KIMBALL | 5/28/23

A child is hoisted up as participants take part in the Piu Sik Parade at the Bun Festival in Cheung Chau Island in Hong Kong, Friday, May 26, 2023. (AP Photo/Louise Delmotte)

AP PHOTOS: Hong Kong's colorful Bun Festival returns after COVID-19 cancellations

HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong's colorful Bun Festival is back after three years of COVID-19 restrictions. Visitors packed the tiny island of Cheung Chau to watch children parade in costumes and to … more

By LOUISE DELMOTTE and ALICE FUNG | 5/27/23

Remembering summer

On Sunday morning, I was roused from sleep by fire: red hot throat, burning stomach, scorched forehead. My father, a pediatrician, instilled lessons about illness: A tummy ache is just a way of … more

5/27/23

PHMS and PHHS students earning music awards at the spring concert were front row, Ev Rutter, Maxus Baldwin, Isabella Bundy and Ella Lacy; second row, Kimberly Koren, Alison Nicholas, Crafton Malicoat and Cian Todd; third row, Ashlyn Hybarger, Bailey Jeffers, and Lucas Hutchens; and back row, Michael Clingermann, Treyton Burgess, Aidan Gillooly and Steven Myers. Not pictured is Kera Boblett.

PHHS and PHMS perform spring concert

The Parke Heritage High School and Middle School music departments held their spring concert and awards program on May 19 in the high school cafetorium. The concert began with the sixth grade … more

5/27/23

Remembering summer

On Sunday morning, I was roused from sleep by fire: red hot throat, burning stomach, scorched forehead. My father, a pediatrician, instilled lessons about illness: A tummy ache is just a way of … more

5/27/23

What can we learn from Jesus walking on water?

“When I am scared or don’t know what to do. I ask Jesus to give me power to not be afraid,” says Kaleb, 7. Kaleb, this is a great place to start. When you’re afraid or … more

5/27/23

Abel Tesfaye, left, and Lily-Rose Depp pose for photographers at the photo call for the television series 'The Idol' at the 76th international television series festival, Cannes, southern France, Tuesday, May 23, 2023. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP)

What to stream this week: Foo Fighters, 'The Idol,' LeBron James and 'American Gladiators' doc

There's new music from Foo Fighters, the buzzy HBO series “The Idol” starring Lily-Rose Depp and The Weeknd and a documentary about the breakthrough TV show “American Gladiators” among the … more

By The Associated Press | 5/26/23

Bear helps itself to 60 cupcakes from Connecticut bakery, scares employees

A hungry bear barged into the garage of a Connecticut bakery, scared several employees and helped itself to 60 cupcakes before ambling away. Workers at Taste by Spellbound in Avon were loading cakes … more

5/26/23

Costumes worn by singer Taylor Swift, part of the exhibition,"Taylor Swift: Storyteller," are displayed at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. The exhibit runs through Sept. 4. (AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews)

Can’t get Taylor Swift tickets? See all of Swift’s eras on display at this costume exhibit

A new exhibit at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York City features dozens of costumes and props from throughout Taylor Swift’s career. The exhibit, “Taylor Swift: Storyteller,” opened … more

By ELISE RYAN | 5/26/23

Katherine Legge, of England, looks at her phone before practice for the Indianapolis 500 auto race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Thursday, May 25, 2023, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Over more than 100 years, 9 women have raced the Indianapolis 500 and the push for more has stalled

Katherine Legge remembers her days as a youngster driving go-karts and how at times she was ruthlessly bullied by the boys. Or the trouble she had growing up in racing and in securing sponsorship and … more

By DAVE SKRETTA | 5/26/23

FILE - Terminal 5 at Heathrow Airport in London, which handles British Airways flights, stands virtually empty of passengers as staff standby to help during a British Airways pilots' strike, Monday, Sept. 9, 2019. British Airways cancelled dozens of flights on Friday, May 26, 2023, due to computer problems, disrupting the plans of thousands of travelers at the start of a busy holiday weekend. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham, File)

Flight cancellations, strikes raise fears of new summer travel chaos in Europe

British Airways has canceled dozens of flights due to computer problems in a rocky kickoff to Europe's summer travel season. The plans of thousands of travelers have been disrupted Friday at the … more

By KELVIN CHAN and DANICA KIRKA | 5/26/23

Elledge to attend University of Arizona

Contessa Hope Elledge of Maricopa, Arizona graduated from Maricopa High School in May. She will attend the University of Arizona in the fall. She served on the cheerleading team her junior and senior … more

5/26/23

Pictured, from left, are Rita Wilson, Denise Hampton, Linda Bell, Lisa Hieston, Elaine Regi, LuAnn Hampton, Linda Hudson and Ruth Hutchins.

Grand Madam President visits local Eagles

Grand Madam President of the Fraternal Order of eagles Auxiliary Elaine Regi of Carlisle, Pennsylvania, visited Crawfordsville Aerie 1005 on Sunday. Her term of office began Aug. 1, 2022 and … more

5/26/23

Rare James M. Cain story 'Blackmail' published for first time

A rare James M. Cain story, “Blackmail” is featured in the new issue of Strand Magazine, a quarterly which has unearthed obscure works by Ernest Hemingway, William Faulkner and many others. … more

By HILLEL ITALIE | 5/26/23

Firewalkers dance across a bed of burning coals in a ritual in honor of St. Constantine in the village of Lagkadas, Greece on Monday, May 22, 2023. Firewalking is the most spectacular and public of these annual rituals that also include dancing with icons, prayer, and shared meals by associations of devotees of the Christian Orthodox saint called "anastenaria" that have held similar celebrations for centuries. (AP Photo/Giovanna Dell'Orto)

Firewalkers in Greece honor Saint Constantine in mystery-shrouded, centuries-old rituals

Over three days at the end of spring, devotees of St. Constantine in a smattering of villages in northern Greece celebrate his feast with a series of intensely mystical rituals that include walking … more

By GIOVANNA DELL'ORTO | 5/25/23

FILE - A woman exits a newly opened Maag store, a former Zara flagship store, in Moscow, Russia, Thursday, April 27, 2023. When Russia invaded Ukraine, companies were quick to respond, some announcing they would get out of Russia immediately, others vowed to curtail sales and new investment. More than a year later, it’s clear: Leaving Russia isn't as easy as the first announcements might have made it seem. (AP Photo/Alexander Zemlianichenko, File)

Companies are finding it's not so simple to leave Russia. Others are quietly staying put

When Russia invaded Ukraine, companies were quick to respond, some announcing they would get out of Russia immediately. Others vowed to curtail sales and new investment. Billions of dollars' worth of … more

By DAVID McHUGH | 5/25/23

A Burger King kiosk is seen at Paveletskaya Plaza shopping mall in Moscow, Russia, Wednesday, May 3, 2023. When Russia invaded Ukraine, companies were quick to respond, some announcing they would get out of Russia immediately, others vowed to curtail sales and new investment. More than a year later, it’s clear: Leaving Russia isn't as easy as the first announcements might have made it seem. (AP Photo/Alexander Zemlianichenko)

Which companies are leaving Russia and which are staying? Here's a look

More than 500 companies have suspended their business in Russia, and a similar number have withdrawn completely. A database kept by Yale University shows an additional 151 are “scaling back,” 175 … more

5/25/23

Mr. and Mrs. Frees

Steve and Glenda Frees are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married May 26, 1973, at St. Jude’s Catholic Church, Indianapolis. Father William Morley officiated. They … more

5/25/23