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Protestors in Minnesota hold up a sign that reads "No Kings, No ICE"

These nonviolent strategies from people in war zones across the world can teach a lesson about ICE resistance

Violence can bring feelings of fear, isolation, and powerlessness, but unity can overcome fear, an international studies professor writes.

François Arnaud, Hudson Williams, and Kolton Stewart in episode 2 of "Heated Rivalry"

Arts & Culture

Shane's 'Heated Rivalry' Team Canada fleece is really being released (and it donates to charity)

Fans were desperate to buy the jacket worn at the fictional Olympic Games in “Heated Rivalry.” Soon, they can.

Three women in red shirts hug a llama and alpaca outside of the Portland airport

Animals

At the Portland airport, find an alpaca to ease your flight anxiety

Traveling through PDX? Keep your eyes peeled for Beni the llama and Captain Jack the alpaca.

A close-up of a spoonful of sauce cooking over a simmering pot

Food

9 resources to make feeding yourself — every single day — a whole lot easier

Perhaps the most challenging chore of adulthood is being in charge of feeding yourself (and your family) three square meals a day. These resources are here to help.

Two women laughing at a bar, as one of them drinks a cup of water.

Health

New study: No-alcohol and low-alcohol beers — and dry pubs — are on the rise

A new survey from the British Beer and Pub Association shows that low-alcohol and no-alcohol consumption is more popular than ever.

A woman and man laugh at a bar together, drinking whiskey.

Mental Health

Experts say 2026 is the year of 'in-person' gossip: 'Our caveman brains are unprepared for the speed of social media'

Good Good Good “got the tea” on gossip from Professor Frank McAndrew.

On the left, a smashburger in a diner basket on a yellow counter. On the right, a sign that says Zeke Smash with a T. rex holding a burger in its hand

Businesses Doing Good

Every smash burger at this NC restaurant goes toward fighting childhood cancer

The brand new burger spot was inspired by a cause that hit close to home for owner Kyle Nelson.

The city of Minneapolis as seen from a distance, framed by snow covered trees.

People Doing Good

Minnesota has one of the highest concentrations of Korean adoptees in the United States. Here's how they're protecting each other during ICE raids

As ICE ramps up its presence in Minnesota, a Korean adoptee nonprofit is speaking directly to its community about safety.

Atop a photo of a hockey rink are two Ottawa Senators jerseys. A black one has the number 81 and the name Rozanov, and a red one has the number 24 and the name Hollander, representing the hit show, "Heated Rivalry."

LGBTQ+

This NHL team is selling 'Heated Rivalry' jerseys. The proceeds will be donated to a queer and trans hockey league

After selling out almost immediately, the jerseys are now back in stock.

Two photos side by side. On the left is Modern Times Cafe in South Minneapolis during a snowy day. On the right is three people (a woman and two men) working at a skillet in a commercial kitchen.