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Unexpected Upsets Shake Up NBA Playoffs

April 21, 2026

The first round of the playoffs kicked off with a surprise that rattled the Eastern Conference. Detroit, the top seed, lost to Orlando, who entered as the lowest ranked team. The Magic won 112‑101, with Paolo Banchero scoring 23 points and all five starters adding at least 16. Detroit’s offense falt

entertainment

Negotiators, New Stories: A Film World Built on Conflict

April 21, 2026

MFF & CO has secured the rights to William Ury’s book “Possible, ” a guide that turns disagreement into teamwork. The studio plans to weave the negotiator’s methods—like the “Path to Possible, ” a “Victory Speech, ” and a strategy called “The Balcony”—into a fictional universe. Instead of followi

politics

Unexpected Twist in Illinois Corruption Trial

April 18, 2026

The “ComEd Four” case, once seen as a headline story of state corruption, has taken an unpredictable turn. A recent decision by the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals overturned the convictions of two key defendants, former ComEd chief Anne Pramaggiore and retired lobbyist Michael McClain. The reversal ca

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South Shore Sports Highlights: Wins, Home Runs and Big Plays

April 18, 2026

West Bridgewater’s softball squad continued its hot streak on Friday, overpowering Old Rochester with a 16‑8 finish. The Wildcats’ lineup exploded for nine runs in each of their seven spring games, a record run that kept opponents on the back foot. Two‑run home runs from Alanna Fidalgo, Lacey Roche

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Future Spy Show Ends After One Season

April 17, 2026

The streaming series about a cyber‑hacked agent stopped after its first run, so viewers won’t see more adventures. The series was made by Thomas Brandon and featured a mix of actors including Melissa Barrera, Sinclair Daniel, Brian d’Arcy James, Mark O’Brien and Kathleen Chalfant. Simu Liu pla

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NBA Awards: Who Really Stood Out This Season

April 15, 2026

The NBA season has wrapped up, and the league’s top honors are now in focus. Three players are fighting for the most valuable spot: Denver’s Nikola Jokic, Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander, and Los Angeles’ Luka Doncic. Jokic has already claimed the award three times, but his numbers—over 2

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Heat Beat Hawks 143‑117, Set Play‑In Stage

April 13, 2026

The Miami Heat finished the regular season with a high‑scoring 143‑117 win over the Atlanta Hawks, giving them a spot in the play‑in tournament. Jaime Jaquez Jr. , who was vying for Sixth Man of the Year, poured in 26 points off the bench. Bam Adebayo and Norman Powell each added 25, while Kel’el

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Nuggets Heat Up, Thunder Tussle: Game Day Guide

April 11, 2026

The Denver Nuggets have found their groove at a crucial time, riding a league‑best ten‑game win streak that has outscored opponents by nearly ten points on average. Their recent overtime win over the Spurs snapped San Antonio’s eleven‑game run, and with only two regular‑season games left, Denver has

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A Cage Match Showdown Brewing Between Presidential Heirs

April 10, 2026

Americans might soon witness a bizarre spectacle unlike anything in modern politics: two of the most famous political families in the U. S. facing off in a one-on-one fight. The idea surfaced when Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, agreed to a cage match against Donald Trump’s sons, Donald Jr

politics

A Russian Air Force Leader Dies in Crimea Plane Crash

April 6, 2026

A senior officer of Russia’s air force lost his life when a military transport plane went down in Crimea last month. The crash killed 30 people, according to a high‑ranking official who spoke with local media. The pilot was Alexander Otroshchenko, commander of the 45th Army under the Northern Fleet