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LeBron James’ outfit for potential final NBA game draws attention

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers trail the Oklahoma City Thunder 3-0 in the NBA Western Conference semifinals. They face elimination and could get swept in Game 4 on Monday. The four-time NBA champion has stepped up in the…

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May 11 • 9:45 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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CSC wins arbitration denying NIL deals to Nebraska players, but bigger fight looms in court

An arbitrator upheld the rejection of Nebraska football NIL contracts, but a looming California court date threatens to unravel the enforcement system

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May 11 • 8:48 PM EDT • Sports • cbssports.com
Analyst predicts Commanders' rookie for key offensive role

Is one Washington rookie set to play a big role in 2026?

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May 11 • 8:33 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Inside the science of great sleep

The old advice to simply get eight hours misses a bigger picture, researchers say. New studies reveal that timing, consistency, and sleep quality all play a major role in health.

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May 11 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • nationalgeographic.com
Under Mamdani, are businesses leaving the city?

NY1 found that big finance jobs are staying, at least for now.

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May 11 • 7:25 PM EDT • Politics • ny1.com
Bigger and bigger and bigger: ACC leaders meet among college sports postseason growth era
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May 11 • 7:07 PM EDT • Sports • wral.com
2026 College Football Odds: Can Indiana Repeat as Big Ten Champions?

Here's a first look at the 2026 Big Ten Championship odds as Ohio State, Indiana and Oregon headline the loaded title race.

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May 11 • 6:06 PM EDT • Sports • foxsports.com
'It's a chemistry thing:' Behind the Knicks' staggering playoff stretch that has New York dreaming big
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May 11 • 5:51 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
What people are saying about OpenAI's big investment in enterprise AI

OpenAI is working with some big names to start a new company focused on advising businesses on how to build and deploy AI.

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May 11 • 5:20 PM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Stocks making the biggest moves after hours: Hims & Hers, Gitlab, Cleanspark, Webtoon Entertainment & more

See which stocks are posting big moves after the bell.

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May 11 • 5:08 PM EDT • Entertainment • cnbc.com
NFL Schedule Leaks: Eagles-Cowboys on Thanksgiving

Prime billing for a big NFC East matchup.

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May 11 • 4:52 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Golf’s Biggest Spectator Problem Is Becoming A 5G Business Opportunity

At the PGA Championship, connectivity is doing more than enhancing coverage, it’s positioning live sports as a proving ground for enterprise tech.

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May 11 • 2:39 PM EDT • Business • forbes.com
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Big Bets Report: Bettor Banks Close to $1 Million With Unique Strategy

A bettor cashed in on almost a million bucks using a unique strategy, while another used a bonus bet to win six figures. Patrick Everson breaks it down.

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May 11 • 2:23 PM EDT • Sports • foxsports.com
'Unfinished business' top of mind for Arrow McLaren at Indy 500

The Arrow McLaren team has chosen “Unfinished Business” as the theme to describe the liveries of its four Indianapolis 500 entries, which speak to the organization’s ongoing efforts to capture its first win at the big event.The team that started life as Sam Schmidt Motorsports in 2001 has come close...

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May 11 • 2:17 PM EDT • Business • racer.com
This one's for you, Ned!

It’s been a big spring for now-former Alaska Science Forum author Ned Rozell.

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May 11 • 2:14 PM EDT • Science • gi.alaska.edu
Big, Beautiful Success Story: Missouri Small Business Owner Expands, Creates New Jobs Thanks to Working Families Tax Cuts

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The pro-worker, pro-growth tax policies in the Republicans’ Working Families Tax Cuts are already helping small businesses...

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May 11 • 2:03 PM EDT • Business • waysandmeans.house.gov
Americans See Health Care Costs, Deficit, Inflation as Big Problems Facing the Nation

Issues like money in politics and Republicans’ and Democrats’ ability to work together are also seen as very big problems across the political spectrum.

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May 11 • 2:00 PM EDT • Health • pewresearch.org
Americans See Health Care Costs, Deficit, Inflation as Big Problems Facing the Nation

Issues like money in politics and Republicans’ and Democrats’ ability to work together are also seen as very big problems across the political spectrum.

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May 11 • 2:00 PM EDT • Politics • pewresearch.org
Biggest takeaways from the NBA Draft Lottery
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May 11 • 1:27 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
iOS, macOS, and iPadOS 26.5 updates arrive with encrypted RCS messaging and more

Probably the last big updates we'll see before the next versions appear at WWDC.

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May 11 • 1:20 PM EDT • Technology • arstechnica.com
CBP axes plan to build portion of border wall in Big Bend National Park

Officials say they'll instead pave roads along the border of the park and utilize drones and other digital surveillance equipment.

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May 11 • 1:09 PM EDT • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
Big Ten post-spring overreactions: Indiana thrives without Fernando Mendoza, West Coast crashes CFP party

The Big Ten, which has produced the previous three national champions, has multiple contenders again in 2026

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May 11 • 12:23 PM EDT • Sports • cbssports.com
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The Electric: China's Biggest Battery Maker Is Quickly Expanding Its Rental Business

As they attempt to lower the cost of their electric vehicles, major Western automakers have mostly struggled with a single component: the battery, which can be up to 40% of an EV’s cost.

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May 11 • 12:00 PM EDT • Business • theinformation.com
The Big E adds Brad Paisley to 2026 entertainment lineup

The Big E has announced a big name performer coming to this year’s fair.

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May 11 • 11:01 AM EDT • Entertainment • westernmassnews.com
The Big E adds Brad Paisley to 2026 entertainment lineup

The Big E has announced a big name performer coming to this year’s fair.

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May 11 • 11:01 AM EDT • Entertainment • wfsb.com
Downtown Jacksonville business owners say downtown needs consistent foot traffic

Concerts and events near the Florida Theatre often bring crowds through downtown Jacksonville and into nearby restaurants like Dorothy’s. But business owners said the bigger goal is creating that same kind of activity on an ordinary weekday.

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May 11 • 10:29 AM EDT • Business • news4jax.com
Big Stuff: Samsung One UI 8.5 Updates Arriving in US

The rollout of One UI 8.5 updates first kicked off last week in South Korea and we expected a quick expansion to the US market. This morning, owners of the Galaxy S25 series, Galaxy Z Fold 7, and...

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May 11 • 10:16 AM EDT • Technology • droid-life.com
Cirque du Soleil: LUZIA Tickets are Selling Fast - Here’s How to See the Spectacular Show in Oaks

Weekend performances are filling up fast for the Cirque du Soleil production featuring water effects, cumbia music, and stunning acrobatics under the Big Top.

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May 11 • 10:16 AM EDT • Entertainment • pennlive.com
College of Health Sciences graduate asks the big questions about public health

The University of Missouri prepared Kate Karpinski to succeed at the intersection of public health and law.

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May 11 • 10:07 AM EDT • Health • showme.missouri.edu
The Pixel Screenshots app could be the next big addition to Aluminium OS

Google may bring its AI-powered Pixel Screenshots app to desktops, potentially expanding beyond Pixel phones to the rumored Aluminium OS.

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May 11 • 9:48 AM EDT • Technology • androidauthority.com
Health care now a 'top issue' for the business community, Maine survey shows

Maine is “small enough yet big enough to set the example of how health care should be delivered in rural areas,” said Northern Light Health’s CEO.

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May 11 • 9:47 AM EDT • Business • mainebiz.biz
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Health care now a 'top issue' for the business community, Maine survey shows

Maine is “small enough yet big enough to set the example of how health care should be delivered in rural areas,” said Northern Light Health’s CEO.

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May 11 • 9:47 AM EDT • Health • mainebiz.biz
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Groundbreaking scheduled for Rock Creek Entertainment District

A controversial entertainment district is Norman is taking a big step forward.On Tuesday, city leaders will gather for teh groundbreakkingThe Rock Creek Entert

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May 11 • 9:30 AM EDT • Entertainment • okcfox.com
‘Stellar Blade 2’ Will Leave Sony Behind To ‘Fully Reflect Its Identity’ In Marketing

Shift Up, developer of Stellar Blade, has just made a big announcement that it will also be the publisher for its sequel, Stellar Blade 2.

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May 11 • 9:19 AM EDT • Technology • forbes.com
‘Crimson Desert’ Patch Fixes A Big, Annoying Issue, Also Adds Mounts, Attack Dogs

Crimson Desert has another big patch out, and it fixes one of the biggest issues with the game, along with adding a bunch of new mounts and such.

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May 11 • 8:58 AM EDT • Technology • forbes.com
Ketchup Entertainment Secures $100 Million P&A Financing Facility

The agreement with Capstone Point Holdings signals the upstart indie distributor has bigger ambitions with wide theatrical releases.

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May 11 • 8:53 AM EDT • Entertainment • hollywoodreporter.com
Indy 500 dates, 2026 schedule, Indianapolis weather, UK race start time for IndyCar's biggest event and how to watch or stream on Sky Sports
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May 11 • 8:30 AM EDT • Sports • skysports.com
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Eli Lilly shoots for health in new Caitlin Clark ad campaign

Flashy three pointers; top athletes playing under the lights; cameras focusing in on our celebrity making a game-winning shot—all elements you’d typically associate with a Big Pharma ad featuring a | Flashy three pointers; top athletes playing under the lights; cameras focusing in on our celebrity making a game-winning shot—all elements you’d typically associate with a Big Pharma ad featuring a major athletic celebrity. Not for Eli Lilly though.

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May 11 • 8:15 AM EDT • Health • fiercepharma.com
Breaking Up Big Medicine Won’t Make Health Care Cheaper

Consolidation is not what’s driving the big increase in health care costs.

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May 11 • 8:01 AM EDT • Health • city-journal.org
With more money than ever, California’s biggest pension funds are a political battleground

Should California pension funds invest in fossil fuels? How about Tesla and Palantir? Those debates are playing out at CalPERS and CalSTRS.

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May 11 • 8:00 AM EDT • Politics • calmatters.org
Eckert urges fans to give Saints a 'very big lift'

Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert is hoping their supporters can give the players a "very big lift" for Tuesday's Championship play-off second leg.

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May 11 • 7:56 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Antitrust suit seeks better prices for farmers

A stack of papers is keeping eastern Colorado and western Kansas farmers out of the lucrative west-coast market and bringing a group together to levy an antitrust suit against the railroads. Stefan Soloviev was an unlikely farmer with his full-sleeve tattoos, big-city upbringing, and a last name that looked very different from the primarily German surnames […]

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May 11 • 7:00 AM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Scientists Just Discovered How the Universe Builds Monster Black Holes

The biggest black holes in the Universe may be built through chains of violent mergers deep inside crowded star clusters.

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May 11 • 6:39 AM EDT • Science • scitechdaily.com
Healthcare cuts threaten Sullivan’s reelection chances in Alaska

Alaskans have been hit hard by the healthcare cuts in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and lapsed Obamacare subsidies, presenting a prime target for Democrats seeking to oust Republican Sen. Dan Sull…

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May 11 • 6:00 AM EDT • Health • thehill.com
Biofuels Are Big Business Again. Three Ways To Ride It.

High oil prices and favorable blending rules are lifting demand for ethanol and other biofuels. Three stocks that can keep moving up.

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May 11 • 5:55 AM EDT • Business • barrons.com
Premlall one shot off Woods record in maiden win

Yurav Premlall is one shot off breaking Tiger Woods' 26-year-old record for the biggest winning margin on the DP World Tour as he storms to victory at the Catalunya Championship.

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May 11 • 5:47 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Neutrino detector could help scientists unlock Big Bang mysteries

A snappy new device is looking for the most abundant, yet elusive particles in the universe.

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May 11 • 5:02 AM EDT • Science • floridatoday.com
Hawaii baseball leaves itself work for Big West tourney with loss to UC Davis

UH drops last 2 to UC Davis at Dobbins Stadium

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May 11 • 5:00 AM EDT • Sports • spectrumlocalnews.com
Starmer, fighting for his political life, pledges to bring Britain closer to Europe

The prime minister plans to use a speech on Monday to argue that he will “face up to the big challenges” and restore “hope” to the country.

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May 11 • 4:36 AM EDT • Politics • nbcnews.com
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'Big players producing in the big moments'

When Martin Odegaard came on at London Stadium against West Ham United, he looked like he had a point to prove and he lifted everything about the way Arsenal were playing. Then, when that magic moment comes where he has played a lovely little give and go with Declan Rice and found space himself inside the area, did he have the calmness and awareness to wait and play the perfect pass for Leandro Trossard? Before now, Eberechi Eze, Noni Madueke, Kai Havertz, Viktor Gyokeres and Bukayo Saka have all played their part in crucial goals at important times.

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May 11 • 4:29 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Biggest VAR call ever?

The most consequential decision in the history of the video assistant referee in the Premier League was played out over four minutes 11 seconds of nerve-shredding drama inside London Stadium. Darren England had to pore over the most significant domestic VAR decision since its inception in 2019 before sending referee Chris Kavanagh to the screen. VAR decisions have been important before - but none have been quite so heavy, with the consequences potentially giving Arsenal a decisive push towards their first Premier League title in 22 years, while at the same time sending West Ham towards the Championship.

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May 11 • 3:22 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Victor Wembanyama’s immediate reaction after getting ejected

San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama’s initial reaction moments before his ejection was pure confusion. The 22-year-old was assessed a Flagrant 2 foul in Game 4 of the NBA Western Conference Semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday. At the…

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May 11 • 12:08 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
A big step forward for optical core of China’s Taiji gravitational wave project

A detector that will form part of a 3 million km-long triangular ruler has passed ground tests.

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May 11 • 12:00 AM EDT • Science • scmp.com
It’s unfair, but Victor Wembanyama has to be bigger person

Victor Wembanyama's ejection from Game 4 could lead to an NBA suspension, potentially costing the Spurs their playoff series.

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May 10 • 11:57 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Valkyries home opener brings excited fans, big business to Thrive City

Thousands of fans packed Chase Center for the Golden State Valkyries’ second-season home opener. Local businesses also saw a major boost from the game day excitement.

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May 10 • 11:16 PM EDT • Business • ktvu.com
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Browns QB Shedeur Sanders makes $200,000 gesture

Shedeur Sanders’ generosity helped turn a high schooler’s prom date into a more memorable one. The NFL star and Cleveland Browns quarterback lent Bedford High School senior Marvin Thomas his $200,000 Maybach on Saturday. Sanders posted a picture of Thomas…

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May 10 • 9:44 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Mother's Day brunch rush brings families and big business to Billings restaurants

Mother's Day is the top holiday for full-service restaurants, according to the National Restaurant Association, with nearly half of Americans choosing to dine out.

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May 10 • 9:24 PM EDT • Business • ktvq.com
Madison Keys makes unexpected decision after premature Italian Open loss

American tennis star Madison Keys lost her Round of 32 match at the Italian Open on Sunday. She fell in three sets to lucky loser Nikola Bartunkova, 3-6, 6-1, 4-6. Barunkova is another in the long line of high quality…

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May 10 • 9:21 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Mother's Day brunch rush brings families and big business to Billings restaurants
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May 10 • 9:19 PM EDT • Business • yahoo.com
The NBA Draft Lottery will change the trade market, and these five teams could all make blockbusters

How does the Draft Lottery alter the trade markets for Kawhi Leonard, Anthony Davis and other big names?

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May 10 • 6:53 PM EDT • Sports • cbssports.com
Complete NASCAR Cup points standings after Watkins Glen 2026

Reddick's points lead just keeps getting bigger after another top five finish on Sunday

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May 10 • 6:51 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Rumour: Capcom insider spills the beans

A Capcom insider who appears to be trusted by Resident Evil-insider Dusk Golem has spilled the beans on what’s been happening at the Japanese developer. The biggest news is that a remake of the…

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May 10 • 5:30 PM EDT • Technology • mynintendonews.com
NBA Draft Lottery winners and losers: Pacers' bet fails, more Kings bad luck, Wiz, Grizz and Clips hit big

One of the most consequential NBA Draft Lotteries ever went down Sunday, and these are the biggest winners and losers

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May 10 • 4:41 PM EDT • Sports • cbssports.com
NBA draft lottery winners and losers: Did tanking pay off?

The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery took place Sunday, May 10 in Chicago and determined the order of picks Nos. 1 through 14. Who were the biggest winners?

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May 10 • 3:44 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Why the Wellness Industry Is Betting Big on Longevity Science: Expert View by Spherical Insights

Wellness market is projected to grow from approximately USD 5.4 trillion in 2024 to nearly USD 10.73 trillion by 2035, registering a CAGR of around 6.44% during 2025–2035.

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May 10 • 3:09 PM EDT • Science • sphericalinsights.com
Gateway sports notebook: Gators track and field athletes shine at Baldwin Invitational

Gateway track and field has had a season full of big moments and top finishes at dual meets and invitationals, and many of the top Gators athletes tested their mettle at the 52nd Baldwin Invitational on May 1.

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May 10 • 3:01 PM EDT • Sports • tribhssn.triblive.com
Clemson Defense SWOT: Weaknesses & Opportunities

They say college football has become a big business and its true. One well-known business technique is called a SWOT analysis. Inspired by the Talkin’ Yanks podcast, I will bring you a SWOT analysis for Clemson football. In this edition we take the Weaknesses and Opportunities portion for the 2026 Clemson Tiger defense. Weakness: There […]

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May 10 • 2:05 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Shidler College of Business host night of mentorship, recognition for 500 students

The 65th annual Business Night honored student achievement with awards totaling $122,500 and provided mentorship opportunities with business professionals.

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May 10 • 2:00 PM EDT • Business • bigislandnow.com
CONFIRMED lineups: Barcelona vs Real Madrid, 2026 El Clásico

Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Barcelona in LaLiga. Barça have a golden opportunity to secure the title, but both teams will be missing big stars like Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal or Fede Valverde tonight. Who will win the last El Clásico of the 2025-26 season? STARTING LINEUPS Barcelona […]

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May 10 • 1:26 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Major US health provider drops prior authorization for 30% of services — and 93% of doctors say it's long overdue

UnitedHealthcare is taking a big step to make healthcare access easier.

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May 10 • 1:20 PM EDT • Health • finance.yahoo.com
National Nurses Week brings big thanks for health care’s everyday heroes

If you’ve thanked a nurse lately, National Nurses Week is a pretty good reminder of why it matters, and why a simple show of appreciation can go a long way.Nati

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May 10 • 1:14 PM EDT • Health • katv.com
‘Late Night With Seth Meyers’: The NBC Talk Show’s Biggest Controversies

Meyers hasn’t been suspended or canceled like some of his contemporaries, but he has certainly inspired a few Truth Social rants from the White House.

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May 10 • 1:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • cbs19news.com
‘Late Night With Seth Meyers’: The NBC Talk Show’s Biggest Controversies

Meyers hasn’t been suspended or canceled like some of his contemporaries, but he has certainly inspired a few Truth Social rants from the White House.

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May 10 • 1:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • themountaineer.com
11 TV Hill: Making Baltimore an entertainment destination

Big-name artists like Barry Manilow, Olivia Dean and J. Cole are coming to CFG Bank Arena this year, highlighting a push to bring major acts to Baltimore.

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May 10 • 11:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • wbaltv.com
Amazon's $20 Billion Chip Business Raises a Big Question for Investors
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May 10 • 11:00 AM EDT • Business • fool.com
Former Dolphins draft bust takes accountability for struggles

After being one of the biggest draft busts in NFL history, former Miami Dolphins defensive end Dion Jordan reflects on his struggles.

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May 10 • 10:28 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Leopard moms hide babies in sugarcane fields to go hunting

The big cats can become more aggressive while looking for their babies, so it's best to steer clear.

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May 10 • 10:09 AM EDT • Science • popsci.com
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This one's for you, Ned!

It’s been a big spring for now-former Alaska Science Forum author Ned Rozell.

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May 10 • 10:00 AM EDT • Science • newsminer.com
Colin Brueggemann's Milestone Night Propels OSU Baseball Past Sun Devils

Behind Colin Brueggemann, the Oklahoma State Cowboys baseball team won another series in Big 12 action.

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May 10 • 9:12 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Chicago Teachers Union wants $8.5 million dues hike to fund politics

“Has your brand become toxic?” This was a pointed question from WGN Political Editor Tahman Bradley, posed to Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates in a recent interview. Her immediate response: “I don’t understand the question.” When pressed, Gates added, “The Chicago Teachers Union is not a political party, it is a labor union.” But internal union documents show CTU leadership is trying to skim $8.5 million more from teacher paychecks explicitly for politics, while trying to silence union members critical of Gates’ leadership. Under the proposed dues hike, Chicago teachers would see up to $800 more per year flow from their paychecks to union coffers. The union already takes in more than $40 million a year, mostly from dues. And it spends less than 18 cents of every dollar on teacher representation. The No. 1 reason for the proposed dues hike? Politics. “We must win a majority of the first 21 person fully elected school board in November,” reads the first point in CTU’s member FAQ document.1 This directly contradicts CTU’s promise to members about how leadership uses dues money. The official CTU handbook tells members that the union does not use dues money for politics, so if they are interested in funding political activity, they should consider voluntary donations to CTU’s political action committee. “Our dues are not used for political purposes,” according to the handbook. “So our PAC relies on extra contributions from our members to support progressive candidates and to impact elected officials at the city, county and state levels.” This kind of double-speak is one reason members are concerned about another constitutional change slipped into the dues hike vote, which will take place on May 20-21: an attempt to stop members from holding the union accountable. A proposed amendment to the union constitution tries to place limits on when members may bring a lawsuit against the union for violating members’ rights.2 This provision is clearly a response to members’ lawsuit against union leadership regarding Gates’ years-long refusal to publish audited financial statements. The judge in that case has repeatedly denied the union’s attempts to dismiss it. Teachers opposed to these changes have been circulating this flier, urging members to vote no. What will CTU members get in return for millions of dollars in additional dues? If the 2024 school board elections are any indication—not much. CTU leadership’s record on school board races may not inspire confidence among members. A Chicago Policy Center analysis of a dozen affiliated PACs found CTU spent nearly $2.9 million on school board races in 2024. Of that spending, more than $2.1 million (75%) went to losing candidates. And while CTU-backed candidates lost six of the nine competitive seats overall, they fared worse in their biggest-spending races, losing five of six contests in which the union and its affiliates put up more than $250,000 for their candidate. The Chicago school board elections take place Nov. 3.3 Is another $8.5 million enough to clean up a toxic reputation? Not likely. Update on federal tax credit scholarship: Last week, Democratic New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said she plans to opt into the federal tax credit scholarship program. If Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker follows suit, Illinois could unlock $1 billion in donor money statewide for both public- and private-school students. If Illinois does not opt in, that money will flow to other states. The Last Ward reported in February on how Illinois Democrats could unlock at least $100 million in new resources for Chicago public-school students by opting in. Update on the investigation into how Chicagoans learned about a meeting to hike their property taxes: The Last Ward reported in January on an absurd, taxpayer-funded investigation into how local media learned of a planned Chicago school board meeting to hike the district’s property tax levy. That investigation is now complete. Lawyers interviewed two dozen witnesses, and found nothing. Update on Illinois’ muni debt crisis: My colleague Joe Tabor last week published a must-read piece in Crain’s Chicago Business about how Illinois recently rejected south suburban Harvey’s request to be designated a “distressed city.” The saga shows why the state must implement a better structure to assist insolvent local governments, including allowing for the option to pursue debt relief via Chapter 9 bankruptcy. The Last Ward reported in October on how Harvey is tipping the first domino in Illinois’ municipal debt crisis. Mincing Rascals: I joined the Mincing Rascals podcast to discuss the SAFE-T Act, the millionaires tax, and more. My “green light” recommendation: Force Majeure (2014). 1 Notably, the No. 2 reason cited is “resources to fund a state-wide millionaires tax campaign in order to fully fund the state’s school funding formula.” The constitutional amendment necessary to implement a progressive income tax in Illinois recently died in the Illinois House, meaning this question would not appear on the ballot until 2028 at the earliest. 2 There is seemingly no single-subject rule for CTU constitutional amendments. So members only get one vote on the full package. One cannot vote “yes” on the dues hike and “no” on the restriction of members’ rights, for example. 3 Illinois law grants far too much power over local government to unelected officials like Gates. State lawmakers should fix that.

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May 10 • 9:01 AM EDT • Politics • thelastward.org
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Former Polish Justice Minister Ziobro reportedly flees to US

Zbigniew Ziobro is wanted in Poland over the alleged misuse of public funds and the deployment of Pegasus spyware against political opponents.

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May 10 • 8:54 AM EDT • Politics • politico.eu
Tories are still biggest party on the right, claims James Cleverly

Leading Tory brands Reform a "cult of personality" but Reform deputy leader says its electoral success has shaken up politics.

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May 10 • 8:28 AM EDT • Politics • bbc.com
Samsung Messages is almost dead, and Google Messages is still missing 5 big features

Samsung Messages is shutting down this summer. Users aren't happy about it. Here are five things our readers say they'll miss about the app.

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May 10 • 8:00 AM EDT • Technology • androidauthority.com
Chicago Cubs news and notes

Ben Brown stepped up in a gigantic way, as he and the staff held the Texas Rangers to a run for another big Cub win.

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May 10 • 8:00 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Colorado’s rulers save democracy from the voters

Another week, another column about Colorado’s ruling class treating democracy like a state trooper treats the speed limit. It’s for other people. I swear, I want to write about literally anything else — aliens, sports, lab-grown meat, Bigfoot opening a vape shop in Pueblo. But Colorado’s legislature has never been more abusive to the citizenry […]

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May 10 • 7:00 AM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Wachtell co-chair William Savitt on career, representing big clients

William Savitt drove a cab before clerking for Ruth Bader Ginsburg and taking on Elon Musk in court. Here's his advice for young lawyers.

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May 10 • 6:03 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Big donors backed Harris in 2024. For 2028, they're not so sure

Though few in the party want to criticize Harris, few appear ready to endorse her. Conversations about her prospects often come down to one thing: Democrats' anxiety about winning.

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May 10 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • latimes.com
Costco is a big winner as drivers flock to cheaper gas

With gas above $4.50 per gallon, more drivers are stopping off at warehouse clubs like Costco to top up — and they're going inside to shop, too.

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May 10 • 5:32 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
The richest musician alive has a $2.5 billion fortune. Can you guess who it is?

Music is big business and it can pay well.

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May 10 • 5:30 AM EDT • Entertainment • pennlive.com
How to increase your savings: Focus on the big three expenses

"If you learn how to master those big expenses, it will free up a ton of money so you don't have to stress about the small stuff," said one early retiree.

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May 10 • 5:20 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Gallery Night, Pickles & Wings Family Fest among this week's big events

Gallery Night, Bands on the Blackwater and Pickles & Wings Family Fest are among this week's biggest events.

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May 10 • 5:04 AM EDT • Entertainment • pnj.com
One Big Headache for Politicians These Days: a Messy Digital Footprint

As a new generation of chronically online oversharers runs for office, many find themselves tripped up by past statements. Their response? Delete, distance, disavow.

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May 10 • 5:01 AM EDT • Politics • nytimes.com
Santa Fe High girls survive tough semifinal to finish second

ALBUQUERQUE — There was a time when Santa Fe High’s girls tennis program was among the top teams in the big-school ranks.

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May 10 • 1:00 AM EDT • Sports • santafenewmexican.com
Big mysteries to be solved in draft lottery

Those balls will create a four-digit combination that will match one previously assigned to the lottery teams, and with that, somebody wins the No. 1 pick in next month’s draft.

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May 10 • 12:40 AM EDT • Sports • santafenewmexican.com
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Santa Fe High's girls survive tough semifinal to finish second

ALBUQUERQUE — There was a time when Santa Fe High’s girls tennis program was among the knuckle-dragging beasts of the big-school ranks.

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May 10 • 12:27 AM EDT • Sports • santafenewmexican.com
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Barcelona vs Real Madrid, La Liga: Preview

Barça face their biggest rivals with a golden chance to clinch the title at home

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May 9 • 11:00 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
NYC's elites are tired of being painted as the enemy by Mamdani and his ilk

A friend of mine who runs a big finance-related firm here in New York City is scouting for new digs in Miami — not only for office space but also a house — and it’s not just about the taxes.

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May 9 • 10:53 PM EDT • Business • nypost.com
Politics And Redistricting Shake Virginia: Abigail Spanberger Faces Backlash As Court Overturns Controversial New Map In Major Political Redistricting Battle

olitics and redistricting have once again collided in Virginia, creating one of the most closely watched political battles in the state in recent years. The

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May 9 • 10:24 PM EDT • Politics • nbsla.ca
Arthur Fils explains abrupt Italian Open retirement

With the exception of ATP World No. 1 Jannik Sinner‘s win, it was a wild day of unexpected happenings at the 2026 Italian Open, and part of the unpredictability centered around Arthur Fils. Fils played just 22 minutes, losing four…

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May 9 • 7:01 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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UCLA's Megan Grant sets NCAA softball record with 38th homer

UCLA slugger Megan Grant set the single-season home run record for Division I softball when she hit her 38th of the season on Saturday afternoon in the third inning of the Big Ten Championship Game against Nebraska in College Park, Maryland.

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May 9 • 4:59 PM EDT • Sports • espn.com