The MSU Exponent

(BPT) - There's a specific feeling that arrives with spring and summer — the pull of open air, longer days, and the quiet reminder that life is better lived outside. It's the season that calls us back to nature, and for good reason. Hiking, outdoor photography, camping under the stars, beach days and backyard gatherings are just a few of the many joys you can experience during the warmer months.

(BPT) - Your child has chosen their college! Read on for a checklist from College Ave of items to remember as you prepare for this transition. From important deadlines and financial planning to dorm essentials and packing ideas, you'll find tips to be prepared for this exciting next step.

(BPT) - For decades, Skechers built its reputation on comfort; not as an afterthought — but as a technical advantage. The brand applies that performance-driven comfort DNA to one of footwear's most demanding categories: high-performance running. Skechers has a proven track record of creating award-winning running shoes, including the Skechers AERO Burst, which was honored as "Best Walk to Run" in the 2025 SELF Sneaker Awards.

(Health In Hand Foundation) - As warm weather approaches, it’s time to spread the word about spreading sunscreen. This season, a cross-industry campaign is promoting skin protection from the sun as a public health priority and emphasizes the value of sunscreen as an everyday essential for protecting your health and reducing your risk of skin cancer.

Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag. (BPT) - Soccer is one of the fastest-growing sports in the U.S., especially among young athletes. Whether they play forward, midfield or defense, youth soccer players are finding their passion and building community. This year may inspire even more young athletes to join a soccer team, as the U.S. will host the FIFA Men's World Cup for the first time since 1994.

Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag. (BPT) - Chiquita transformed National Banana Day into National Chiquita Day for the third year in a row with more joy and energy than ever. Inspired by tropical fun, Chiquita brought the celebration to life with an AI-powered Times Square takeover, a brand-new jingle, and a feel-good dance challenge led by Miss Chiquita, inviting everyone, everywhere, to join in at Chiquita's Instagram @ChiquitaBanana.

Mild-mannered and measured no longer: US President Donald Trump's threat to destroy Iran's centuries-old civilisation was the red line that prompted Pope Leo to show his colours, analysts say. Leo XIV, the first US pope, had been largely leaving criticism of the Trump administration -- from its warmongering to crackdown on immigrants -- to US bishops.

Across the United States, the local auto racing tracks that have anchored rural and working-class communities for generations are disappearing. Some have lost out to real estate developers when suburban sprawl makes the land beneath them too valuable to ignore. Others are strangled, slowly, by noise complaints and nuisance lawsuits filed by residents who moved to the area long after the track had been built. Now, state legislatures are pushing back.

Donald Trump told AFP Friday that a peace deal was "very close" after Iran moved to reopen the Strait of Hormuz -- but Tehran rejected the US president's claim that it was ready to surrender nuclear materials. The upbeat signals from Washington came as a ceasefire took effect in Lebanon, but Iran's sharply different account of the talks suggested disagreements still stand in the way of an accord. "We're very close. Looks like it's going to be very good for everybody.

The remains of Private Harry Bordner returned to Butte Wednesday night after more than 80 years.