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Student Arrested Over Hate Flag at NYU Graduation

June 5, 2026

A man named Alexander Stepnowsky was taken into custody after a flag bearing two swastikas and a Star of David appeared over a building at New York University during graduation festivities. The flag was flown from the Steinhardt School, a campus building named after a wealthy donor who supported Jew

sports

Thunder’s Possible Roster Shake‑Up

June 4, 2026

The Oklahoma City Thunder are likely already deciding who to let go this offseason. One player that stands out is swingman Luguentz Dort, whose team option of $17. 7 million expires next summer. Dort has been with the Thunder since 2019, sharing a longest‑tenured status with superstar Shai Gilgeous‑

politics

Russia Lets Banks Fight Back Against Drones

May 27, 2026

Russia has adopted a new law that gives its central bank and major banks the right to set up defense systems and arm employees so they can stop drone attacks without involving military forces. The law, approved by the lower house of parliament, is a response to the frequent drone strikes launched fr

politics

Russia and U. S. Clash Over Visa Rejection for UN Meeting

May 27, 2026

On Tuesday, Russia accused the United States of breaking its pledge to the United Nations by refusing a visa for a top Russian diplomat. The issue came up during a Security Council meeting led by China’s foreign minister, where Russia expected its deputy foreign minister, Alexander Alimov, to attend

politics

Belarus Leader Visits Kyiv Amid Rising Tensions

May 25, 2026

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, a former opposition figure from Belarus, arrived in Kyiv after weeks of growing concern that Russia could pull Minsk deeper into its conflict with Ukraine. Her visit followed a major strike on the capital that killed four people and damaged historic buildings, heightening f

sports

Spurs shock Thunder with Wemby’s monster night

May 20, 2026

The San Antonio Spurs pulled off a stunning upset in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals, beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 122-115 in double overtime. The real star? Rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama, who dropped 41 points and grabbed 24 rebounds in 49 minutes of action. His final play—a deep

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NBA Showdowns Heat Up: Two Big Series Kick Off Tonight

May 19, 2026

The NBA playoffs are entering a crucial phase tonight as two highly anticipated series get underway. In the West, the San Antonio Spurs face the Oklahoma City Thunder—a matchup between the league’s top two teams this season. This isn’t just any playoff game; it’s the first time in over 25 years that

entertainment

Cannes, New Orleans and Beyond: A Week of Star‑Powered Events

May 18, 2026

The entertainment world buzzed this week, with big names showing up at festivals, premieres and special celebrations across the globe. In France, actors Colman Domingo and Jeremy Pope were spotted at the Kering Women In Motion Awards held during the Cannes Film Festival, while British star David Oye

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Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander Keeps MVP Momentum

May 17, 2026

Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander has earned the NBA’s Most Valuable Player honor for a second year in a row. He outperformed rivals Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokić to secure the title, becoming only the third player ever to win back‑to‑back MVP awards. After leading Oklahoma City to a championship, Sha

politics

Lamar Alexander Urges GOP to Push Back Against Trump

May 17, 2026

Senator Lamar Alexander, who served Tennessee for many years and once ran for president, has written a new book that calls out former President Trump. In his memoir, Alexander criticizes how the president spoke to a large crowd that later stormed the Capitol on January 6, 2021. The senator says Trum