Every four years, in the lead-up to the men’s World Cup, one of the most important events is the drawing of World Cup groups. Put simply, FIFA officials draw teams from a pot to determine who will be playing who in the group stage of the World Cup. There are eight groups, each consisting of four national teams, and each group plays a round-robin to determine which two teams advance.
Read MoreWe may be approaching the tail end of the 2022 ski season, but that doesn’t mean we should abandon the slopes. With fresh snow arriving in the Cascades as of late, many skiers and snowboarders in Portland are still committed to skiing as much as possible throughout the remainder of the season.
Read MorePortland is a city known throughout the United States for its food scene, and one of the reasons for this is the food carts. Organized in groupings known as “pods”, these carts specialize in a myriad of cuisines, ranging from sweet delicacies like bubble tea and waffles to savory options from around the world.
Read MoreSummer has arrived, which means for many people it’s time to travel. However the COVID-19 pandemic has complicated our globetrotting habits. We surveyed Catlin Gabel School Upper School students to see what their destinations are this summer and onwards. We then made a guide to some of the most popular destinations at the local, national, and global level, keeping in mind COVID-19 safety guidelines.
Read MoreQAnon is a baseless pro-Trump conspiracy theory founded in 2017. It alleges that many prominent Democrats, including Hillary Clinton, Nancy Pelosi, and George Soros, are Satan-worshipping pedophiles. Additionally, the theory claims that they are members of an underground cabal in which they molest, kill, and eat children.
Read MoreDespite nearly three months having passed since the presidential election, and a new president in office, the transition between Donald Trump and Joe Biden’s administrations is still fresh in everyone’s minds. For weeks, Trump refused to admit defeat, even though nine presidents before him lost their second campaigns. Here’s a look back at his transition, as well as the two other most recent presidents to lose reelection, and how their reactions differed from Trump’s.
Read MoreHere is a look back at some of the events that shaped 2020.
Read MoreThe English Premier League (EPL or PL) and La Liga (the Spanish league) tend to rise to the top of European soccer, the world’s epicenter of the sport. They continuously compete for viewers, for Champions League and Europa League trophies, and for players.
Read MoreTriMet has unveiled a multi-billion dollar design for a MAX Light Rail line to Tualatin. The project, which includes streetscape improvements, such as 10 miles of new sidewalks, nine miles of new bike lanes, and stormwater mitigation infrastructure, is set for completion in 2027.
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