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How We Can Achieve a Good Life Through the Help of Others
The “pursuit of happiness” figures into the United States of America’s Declaration of Independence as an inalienable right. When Thomas Jefferson penned the line, he was recalling a standard and ancient view of the good life in the history of...

Camp One Step offers memorable experiences for children who have been diagnosed with cancer
Children who have been diagnosed with cancer may not always have the opportunity to participate in enjoyable activities or interact with their peers. Representatives from Camp One Step by Children's Oncology Services in Chicago recently gave...

Women's Copa America highlights inequality in South American women's football
Intended to spotlight women's football in South America, the 2025 Women's Copa America in Ecuador has instead exposed deep inequalities with the men's game, outraging some players and drawing unflattering comparisons with the Women's Euros in...

8 Critical Insights from the Indigenous Venezuelan Elections 2025 Amid Democratic Inclusion Push
The Indigenous Venezuelan elections 2025 mark a historic step in democratic inclusion, with 138 indigenous councilors elected across eight states under Venezuela’s constitutional framework. Related: 7 Powerful Moments in the Venezuela National...

Brazil Beat Colombia In Shootout In Women's Copa America Final Thriller Khaleej Times
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Brazil successfully defended their Women's Copa America crown by defeating Colombia 5-4 in a shootout on Saturday to claim their ninth continental title after a roller-coaster final in Quito ended 4-4. The decider at the...

Empty Stands and Passionate Fans Mark Women’s Copa América 2025
“I didn’t see Pelé, but I saw Marta,” read a sign held by a small but loyal group of fans who followed the ten South American teams competing in the 10th Women’s Copa América, where Brazil and Colombia emerged as the top contenders. Although small...

Ecuador deports more than 600 Colombian inmates
BOGOTA Colombian authorities said on July 26 that Ecuador had deported about 600 Colombian prisoners via a land border crossing, after Bogota protested the action came without prior agreement. In 2024, Ecuadoran President Daniel Noboa announced...

Brazil seal ninth Women’s Copa America title
Brazil successfully defended their Women's Copa America crown by defeating Colombia 5-4 in a shootout on Saturday to claim their ninth continental title after a roller-coaster final in Quito ended 4-4. The decider at the Estadio Rodrigo Paz...

Ecuador Deports 600 Colombian Prisoners
Colombian authorities announced Saturday that Ecuador has deported approximately 600 Colombian prisoners via a land border crossing. This action comes after Bogotá formally protested the move, stating it occurred without prior agreement between...

Ecuador deports more than 600 Colombian inmates as Bogota cries foul
Colombian authorities said Saturday that Ecuador had deported about 600 Colombian prisoners via a land border crossing, after Bogota protested the action came without prior agreement. In 2024, Ecuadoran President Daniel Noboa announced his...

Marta Inspires Brazil To Ninth Women’s Copa América Title Over Colombia
August 03, (THEWILL) — Brazil claimed their ninth Women’s Copa América title after a thrilling 5-4 penalty shootout win against Colombia following a 4-4 draw in Quito early on Sunday morning. The match, held at Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado, saw...

Brazil beat Colombia in hard-fought final to defend Women's Copa
Brazil clinched their ninth Women’s Copa America title Saturday, edging Colombia 5-4 in a penalty shootout after a dramatic 4-4 draw in the Quito final. The decider at the Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado saw Colombia take the lead three times, only...

Brazil beat Colombia in shootout in Women's Copa America final thriller
QUITO :Brazil successfully defended their Women's Copa America crown by defeating Colombia 5-4 in a shootout on Saturday to claim their ninth continental title after a roller-coaster final in Quito ended 4-4. The decider at the Estadio Rodrigo Paz...

Brazil beat Colombia in penalty shootout to win women's Copa America soccer title
QUITO :Brazil successfully defended their Women's Copa America crown with a thrilling 5-4 penalty shootout win over Colombia in Saturday's final in Quito, claiming their ninth continental title. The game ended 4-4 after extra time. Linda Caicedo...

We Are One People: Indigenous Artists From Across Americas Work Together In Traverse City
Line by line, stroke by stroke, a vision is becoming reality over at the Presbyterian Church of Traverse City. The vision is a mural titled “We Are One People” that will soon hang in a bright, open space inside the church’s main entrance. It’s...

Marta, 39, Leads Brazil To 9th Women’s Copa America Title
Six-time world player of the year Marta led Brazil to their ninth women’s Copa America title after beating Colombia on penalty shootout in Saturday’s final in Ecuador. Marta, 39, came off the bench to score twice, including an equalizer in...

Marta magic, shootout drama seal Brazil's ninth Women's Copa America title
Brazil successfully defended their Women's Copa America crown by defeating Colombia 5-4 in a shootout on Saturday to claim their ninth continental title after a roller-coaster final in Quito ended 4-4. The decider at the Estadio Rodrigo Paz...

Women’s Copa América faces backlash over poor conditions, low attendance
QUITO, Ecuador (AP): The Copa América Femenina has got off to a rough start. Players complained about the training conditions for group-stage matches in the tournament in Ecuador and the lack of VAR, as well as near-empty stadiums for many games....

Church information for July 26
The deadline for submitting items for church briefs to be published in our print edition is 2 p.m. Wednesday. To have an item listed, email Trish Choate at tchoate@gannett.com. Please limit announcements to special events, meetings or special...

Brazil’s never-say-die spirit shines in dramatic Women’s Copa America win over Colombia
Brazil win ninth continental title Marta scores twice, but misses in the shootout Colombia take lead three times but fall short of title QUITO, Aug 3 — Brazil successfully defended their Women’s Copa America crown by defeating Colombia 5-4 in a...