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Columbia Women's Basketball Reaches Championship Game

Columbia University's women's basketball team dominated Wisconsin 67-50 to advance to their first WBIT Championship game. The Lions will face top-seeded BYU on Wednesday night with a national title on the line.

Columbia Student Freed After Mayor Appeals to President

A Columbia University student detained by federal agents was released the same day after New York's mayor personally appealed to President Trump during a White House visit. The swift resolution shows how direct communication can resolve immigration cases quickly.

British Columbia Invests $355M to Plant 125M Trees

British Columbia is planting 125 million trees with a $355 million investment from provincial and federal governments, creating one of North America's largest reforestation efforts. The funding will restore wildfire-damaged forests, protect endangered species, and secure the future of sustainable forestry.

Columbia Women's Basketball Wins WBIT Championship 81-64

Columbia University's women's basketball team dominated the Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament, capturing the championship with an 81-64 victory over BYU. The Lions led for 96 percent of their five tournament games, turning early season disappointment into a triumphant finish.

Columbia Baseball Stuns Yale in Epic Comeback Series Win

Columbia's baseball team defied expectations with a stunning series victory over higher-ranked Yale, rallying from a 7-0 deficit in one game to secure their first conference series win since March. The underdog Lions showed heart when it mattered most, just days before the Ivy League tournament.

531 Columbia Athletes Make Dean's List While Playing Sports

Over 700 Columbia University student-athletes proved you can excel in the classroom and on the field, earning top academic honors this year. Nearly 200 achieved perfect 4.0 GPAs while competing at the Division I level.

Columbia Wrestler Cesar Alvan Takes 3rd at NCAA Championship

Columbia senior Cesar Alvan became the seventh All-American in program history with a third-place finish at the NCAA Wrestling Championships. His performance capped an undefeated season for the Lions and their newly named national coach of the year.

Columbia Women's Golf Wins First Ivy Title in 19 Years

Columbia University's women's golf team just claimed their first Ivy League championship since 2007, rallying from behind to win by seven strokes. Sophomore Christine Chang's record-breaking final round sealed the historic victory at Baltusrol Golf Club.

Century-Old Fish Traps Return to Save Columbia River Salmon

After nearly 100 years, fish traps are back on the Columbia River with a conservation twist. The once-banned technology could help endangered salmon populations recover while supporting sustainable fishing.

Columbia Students Win $1,000 Pitching Business Ideas

Middle school, high school, and college students pitched their entrepreneurial dreams Shark Tank-style at Columbia College's Fish Tank Competition, with the youngest competitors stealing the show. Three students walked away with top prizes and validation that their ideas could change the world.

Nine Washington Teachers Win $1,500 Crystal Apple Awards

Nine teachers across Washington's Mid-Columbia region just received one of education's most prestigious honors, along with $1,500 each to celebrate their life-changing work. The 28th annual Crystal Apple Awards also honored a late career education champion who transformed thousands of lives.

Teacher Grows Girls' Lacrosse to 50 Players in Mid-Missouri

A high school biology teacher who volunteered at his daughters' lacrosse clinic five years ago has built a thriving girls' program in an area with almost no teams. Joe Bennett now coaches both youth girls and high school boys in Columbia, Missouri, traveling hours for games to share his love of the sport.

New Eczema Drug Shows Promise in Mid-Stage Trial

Biotech company Evommune just reported positive results from a mid-stage clinical trial for a new eczema treatment. The news offers fresh hope for millions living with the chronic skin condition.

Judge Orders Columbia River Protection for Endangered Salmon

A federal judge rejected the Trump administration's withdrawal from a landmark salmon recovery plan, ordering immediate protections for seven species of salmon and steelhead on the brink of extinction. The ruling restores water flow levels and marks a crucial win for Native American tribes and conservation groups fighting to save fish populations that once made the Pacific Northwest the world's top salmon producer.

Air Hostess Surprises Mom Mid-Flight After 30 Years

Six years after becoming an air hostess, a daughter secretly worked her mother's flight and surprised her at 30,000 feet. The mid-air reunion honored three decades of sacrifice from a mother who gave up her career so her daughter could soar.

NYC Mayor Gets Columbia Student Released Same Day as Arrest

A Columbia University student detained by immigration agents was freed just hours later after New York's mayor personally raised her case with President Trump. The swift resolution shows how direct advocacy can make an immediate difference.

Hong Kong Approves Dog-Friendly Restaurants by Mid-2026

Hong Kong is lifting its decades-old ban on dogs in restaurants, with the first pet-friendly dining spots expected to open by mid-2026. The move aims to tap into the city's booming pet economy, serving over 240,000 households with furry family members.

Czech Fountain Displays Time in Mid-Air Water Droplets

A fountain in Brno, Czech Republic uses computer-controlled water jets to display the time and date in mid-air using nothing but precisely timed droplets. The installation transforms urban engineering into mesmerizing public art that bridges classical architecture with cutting-edge technology.

Columbia Lab Makes Electric Car Batteries Safer, Longer-Lasting

Scientists just solved two major problems holding back the next generation of electric vehicle batteries. The breakthrough could make EVs cheaper, safer, and able to travel much farther on a single charge.