Saturday’s Scores

December 21, 2025 | 12:00 AM

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Bishop Ireton 54, Blanche Ely, Fla. 44

Blythewood, S.C. 56, Deep Creek 46

Broadway 58, Sherando 28

Catholic 78, Collegiate-Richmond 17

Central Pointe Christian, Fla. 59, Shining Stars Sports 48

Central Wise 78, Mortimer Jordan, Ala. 58

Christiansburg 57, James River-Buchanan 32

E.C. Glass 54, North Stafford 22

East Wilkes, N.C. 45, Radford 37

Glen Allen 47, Potomac 33

Greeneville, Tenn. 87, George Wythe 67

Hampton 66, Lakeland 25

Holy Innocents’, Ga. 52, William Fleming 46

James Madison 51, Maret, D.C. 40

Luray 48, Westmoreland County 25

Menchville 75, Manor High School 51

Morris Catholic, N.J. 53, Potomac School 50

Mount Airy, N.C. 52, Carroll County 40

Nansemond River 72, I. C. Norcom High School 14

Nelson County 60, Parry McCluer 24

Norfolk Academy 45, Harriton, Pa. 30

Northern Virginia HomeSchool 56, Front Royal HomeSchool 41

Pulaski County 82, Grayson County 74

Spotswood 53, Skyline 32

St. Annes-Belfield 71, Mercersburg Academy, Pa. 57

Tabb 56, Bethel 37

Woodstock Central 60, Millbrook 53

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The mistakes foreigners make when bathing naked in Japan

July 11, 2026 | 6:30 AM

(CNN) — In our latest roundup of travel news, we bring you bathing tips from an onsen expert, a bear encounter in a Tibet hotel room, plus a new ranking of the world’s most liveable cities.Bathing and swim spotsJapan’s famed hot springs, or onsen, are one of the country’s unique attractions, but international visitors need to be aware of the unspoken protocols, such as strict punctuality and – sometimes – waterproof bandages to cover tattoos. Oh, and full nudity is required.A Japanese hot spring expert shares her advice on how to best enjoy the experience and how to avoid dangerous temperature-related mistakes, so a trip to the ER isn’t a new stop on your vacation itinerary.Just a few years ago, a swim in Paris’ River Seine might have landed you in the hospital, too, thanks to toxic levels of pollution. However, the river was cleaned up ahead of the Paris Olympics and now it’s the most fashionable new swim spot in the French capital – particularly with this year’s record-breaking heat.Full nudity is mandatory in a Japanese onsen but in scenic Varenna, on the shores of Italy’s Lake Como, it’s a different story. The fishing village has become the latest tourist destination to introduce a fine for anyone found wandering its streets bare-chested or in swimwear.From bareness to bears: A Tibetan brown bear caused havoc this week in Naqu, Tibet, when it sauntered into a hotel, drank bottled water at reception and entered a guest’s room. Watch here.America’s best townsContinuing our countdown of America’s Best Towns to Visit in 2026, we have Lawrence, Kansas, at No. 9.Lawrence looks like Main Street perfection — a vibrant haven of craft breweries, indie bookstores and historic hotels. But beneath this charming Midwestern façade lies a fierce, rebellious soul.Twice burned down in the Civil War era, this town has always resurrected itself. That spirit survives today as Lawrence’s historic Massachusetts Street fights a new battle to keep big chains out and local uniqueness in.Be sure to also check out our full list and our No. 10 town, Roanoke, Virginia.For World Cup visitors to the USA, however, there’s been a surprise hit tourist attraction, with more than 4,000 branches across the country: Walmart.The retail behemoth, where bigger is always better, is taking advantage of the social media chatter and hosting VIP tours for international fans in New Jersey and Miami.Destination inspirationEl Hierro, the most remote of Spain’s Canary Islands, was once believed to be the westernmost edge of the known world. In fact, it was the last piece of land that Christopher Columbus saw after leaving Europe before encountering the Americas in 1492.Today, it’s a destination for modern travelers looking to rekindle their own sense of discovery. There are no resorts and no direct flights, but the island’s admirers say the choppy two-and-a-half-hour ferry ride from Tenerife is worth it.The science of kimchiResearchers in Seoul are working on how to perfect the recipe for kimchi, Korea’s fermented vegetable side dish, in a lab. Daniel Dae Kim, host of CNN Original Series “K-Everything,” gets together with three-Michelin-starred chef Corey Lee to investigate.In case you missed itHe asked a stranger on the internet to be his European tour guide.Then they fell in love. (For CNN subscribers only).A lavish wedding. World Cup dreams. A nationwide blackout. What do you remember from the week that was?The world’s most liveable city for 2026 has been revealed. It’s a European capital spread across two coastal islands.America’s most iconic sandwiches.And where to find them.The-CNN-Wire™ & © 2026 Cable News Network, Inc., a Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All rights reserved.

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