Christopher Columbus is credited with one of North America’s earliest manatee sightings, recorded in 1492 near the Dominican Republic. This account raises the possibility that these “sea cows,” found in Florida and the Caribbean, may have fed the age-old mermaid legends.

The U.S. Men’s National Team snapped a losing streak in Columbus, cruising to a 2-0 win over Japan. Goals from Alex Zendejas and Folarin Balogun, along with six saves by Matt Freese, provided a much-needed boost for the squad.

As anticipation mounts in Columbus, Ohio State prepares to face a pivotal moment that could define its season. Ready or not, the moment of truth has arrived in what promises to be a night of reckoning.