Articles by BEN KELLY
University of Connecticut Athletics
Coach Gbandi Postgame Interview CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – UConn men's soccer scored two goals in the second half to earn a 2-2 draw at Harvard on Saturday. The Huskies improved to 3-3-2 on the year. Harvard opened the scoring in the 10th minute to give the Crimson an early 1-0 lead. UConn pressed for an equalizer in the first half, forcing Harvard goalkeeper Jason Broome to make two saves. Neither team scored again before halftime, leaving UConn trailing 1-0 after the first half.
The luxe Flinders Ranges trek to put on your bucket list
No phone signal, elevated swag camping and a billion-star dining experience. As Ben Kelly discovers, the inspiring three-day Arkaba Walk will awaken one’s soul, while shining a spotlight on a jewel of the Flinders Ranges that is being brought back from the brink. There are so many things about the majestic Flinders Ranges that cannot be fully grasped without being immersed in them.
Jim Jordan called Max Miller a good man. Why? | Opinion
Aug. 4, 2026, 1:40 p.m. ET What traits make a good man? Some say it's honesty. Some say it's strength. Some say it's a willingness to provide for your family and keep them safe. I don't know the answer − but Congressman Jim Jordan thinks he does. Jordan was interviewed on CNN last week and said that U.S. Rep. Max Miller is a good man. Opinion: Dirty pool or politics as usual? | Strictly Legal What makes a good man? So let's talk about Max Miller.
Donald Trump Targets ‘Dumocrats’ In Memorial Day Message
President Donald Trump has used his Memorial Day message to criticize Democrats, referring to them as “Dumocrats” and attacking their policies and candidates on Truth Social. Trump is set to honor fallen American service members at Arlington National Cemetery on Memorial Day, where he will be joined by members of his administration, Gold Star families, and military personnel for commemorations at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Stratford senior to graduate with late brother on family's heart
Graduation is finally here. A time of celebration, reflection and anticipation of new beginnings. For one Macon family, it means more than that. Alex Bethune is one of the 64 seniors in Stratford Academy’s Class of 2026. He will attend the University of Georgia this fall. Alex has been at Stratford since kindergarten and is the son of Stratford alumni David and Stacy Bethune. Alex’s older brother, Walker, passed away unexpectedly in July of 2021, before his senior year.
Ohio moves to undo Cincinnati's conversion therapy ban | Opinion Original
April 10, 2026, 10:09 a.m. ET Just over 10 years ago, Cincinnati City Council voted to ban conversion therapy in the city. For those who are unfamiliar, conversion therapy is a discredited practice aiming to "cure" patients of their homosexuality. This is at best useless pseudoscience and at worst a dangerous abuse of children.
Chappell Roan Apologizes Over Security Incident: ‘I Do Not Hate Children'
Chappell Roan has responded to the accusations made by soccer player Jorginho against her security. In a social media post, he alleged that a security guard left his stepdaughter in tears after accusing her of harassing the pop star in a Brazil hotel. On Instagram, Roan has posted a video from her hotel room bed in which she acknowledges the behavior of the security guard but distances herself from it, apologizing to the family.
Dozens fall after floor collapses at New Hampshire wedding
Ben Kelly Dozens of people fell through to a basement after the floor of a New Hampshire wedding venue collapsed on Saturday night. Six people were taken to area hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries after a floor collapsed at a wedding venue in Tamworth, New Hampshire, around 4:30 p.m. Saturday, a spokesperson for the New Hampshire State Fire Marshal's Office said.
US to get blizzard, polar vortex, heat dome, atmospheric river all at once
Ben Kelly Nearly every part of the United States is getting walloped by wild weather , or is just about to be. Days of downpours have begun in Hawaii. The Southwest will soon bake with day after day of record 100-degree-plus (38 Celsius-plus) heat. Two storms will dump snow by the foot over northern Great Lakes states. And the dreaded polar vortex will again invade the Midwest and East with soul-crushing Arctic chill. This forecast of extremes comes as weather whiplash already hit much of the East.
Millionaires tax introduced in Washington
Ben Kelly Democratic leaders in the Washington Legislature introduced a proposal to levy a 9.9 percent tax on annual income above $1 million, estimating $3.7 billion in yearly revenue to fund education, health care and targeted tax cuts, according to a caucus press release.
Hillary Clinton sends defiant message to Republicans
Ben Kelly Hillary Clinton has posted a defiant message to Republicans ahead of her scheduled testimony before Congress later in February. The former U.S. Secretary of State and first lady wrote on X on Thursday: “For six months, we engaged Republicans on the Oversight Committee in good faith. We told them what we know, under oath. They ignored all of it. They moved the goalposts and turned accountability into an exercise in distraction.” “So let's stop the games.
The Famous Christmas Singers Who Died at Christmas
The British singer-songwriter Chris Rea died on Monday, just as his iconic holiday song “Driving Home for Christmas” returned to airwaves around the world as it has done every year since 1986. Curiously, he is not the only famous Christmas singer who also passed away at this time of year. Here, we take a look at some of the other big names who fall into the same category.
California High-Speed Rail Funds Hang in Balance
Federal funding for California’s high-speed rail hangs in the balance after a hearing on Monday in which a U.S. Department of Justice attorney argued the federal case for claiming back billions of dollars from the project. Why It Matters The ongoing legal dispute between California and the Trump administration over $4 billion in federal high-speed rail funding has significant implications for the state’s infrastructure ambitions and sets precedent for future federal-state project funding.
JetBlue Announces Changes To Loyalty Program
JetBlue Airways has unveiled a series of significant updates to its TrueBlue Mosaic loyalty program, introducing new family sharing features, extended benefits, and heightened rewards for its top-tier members beginning in 2026. The changes are the latest in a string of moves by the airline to broaden its appeal and reinforce loyalty among frequent travelers.
McDonald's to Bring Back Limited Edition Happy Meal
McDonald's is reigniting nostalgia and seasonal excitement by reviving its iconic Happy Meal Boo Buckets across the United States for Halloween. McDonald’s limited edition buckets have been a Halloween staple since their debut nearly 40 years ago. After several hiatuses, the buckets returned in 2016, 2022, and 2023. The Boo Buckets were first released in 1986 as a creative way to make Happy Meals a central part of childhood Halloween celebrations.
Zelensky Details Trump Phone Call, Confirms Washington Meeting
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky says he has spoken with US President Donald Trump, as well as other world leaders, following Trump's meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. Zelensky has also confirmed that he will meet with Trump in Washington on Monday. Posting on Telegram, Zelensky said he had spoken with Trump for about an hour one-on-one, before European leaders joined for another half hour.
Supreme Court Enters The Corporate Transparency Act Fray, But Enforcement And Filings Remain On Hold
On January 23, the U.S. Supreme Court lifted the nationwide injunction entered by the federal district court in the Eastern District of Texas in the case styled Texas Top Cop Shop v. McHenry, which had barred enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), and the beneficial ownership interest reporting rule promulgated thereunder (Reporting Rule).
Texas Mall Car Crash: Everything We Know
In Texas, five people have been injured and a driver has been shot dead by police after driving his car into the Killeen Mall outside of Austin, around 5pm local time on Saturday afternoon. The suspect has not yet been named by police. Sgt. Bryan Washko of the Texas Department of Public Safety gave a press conference late on Saturday night in which he detailed the incident.
Gemma Houghton's best life
SALIFE uses cookies. By continuing to use our site you are agreeing to our cookie and privacy policy. Almost There! We need a few more details before we can subscribe you:
Andrea Ball's best life
SALIFE uses cookies. By continuing to use our site you are agreeing to our cookie and privacy policy. Almost There! We need a few more details before we can subscribe you:
Nicole Black's best life
SALIFE uses cookies. By continuing to use our site you are agreeing to our cookie and privacy policy. Almost There! We need a few more details before we can subscribe you:
Show More
loading
Actions
Is this you?
As a journalist, you can create a free Muck Rack account to customize your profile, list your contact preferences, and upload a portfolio of your best work.Get in touch with BEN
Contact BEN, search articles and posts on X, monitor coverage, and track replies from one place.
Learn more about Muck Rack