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Eswatini’s Quick Deal With U. S. Deportees Sparks Legal and Human Rights Debate

May 21, 2026

Eswatini agreed to hold U. S. deportees in a short time after the Trump administration asked African countries to take them back, even though questions about the program’s legality were already raised. The deal was made after a private meeting between Prime Minister Russell Dlamini and the U. S. cha

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Knoxville Smokies Face a Rough Start in Series Opener

May 20, 2026

The Knoxville Smokies came back to Covenant Health Park on Tuesday, but they struggled to get their offense going and lost 3‑1 in the first of a six‑game set against the Montgomery Biscuits. Yenrri Rojas began the game for the Smokies, giving up six hits and three runs over five innings. He struc

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A Basketball Star Takes the Wheel at the Indy 500

May 20, 2026

Caitlin Clark isn’t just making waves in basketball—she’s about to steer into the spotlight at one of racing’s biggest events. The two-time WNBA All-Star has been picked as the grand marshal for this year’s Indianapolis 500, giving the starting command at a race that’s already sold out. It’s a rare

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Sophie Cunningham Shines in Swimsuit Issue, Inspires Fans

May 13, 2026

Sophie Cunningham recently appeared in the 2026 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition, a move that surprised many fans. The photos were taken at a beautiful resort on Captiva Island in Florida, and she posted them online with excitement. Her caption celebrated her first year with the magazine. Her te

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CEC Entertainment Welcomes New Finance Leader

May 8, 2026

CEC Entertainment, the big name behind Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza, has added a seasoned executive to its top team. Chris Monroe will serve as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, bringing more than three decades of money‑management experience from the restaurant, airline,

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How women's sports leagues are learning from the WNBA's big wins

May 8, 2026

The WNBA just signed a game-changing contract deal that’s making other women’s sports leagues take notes. This seven-year agreement boosts player pay dramatically, gives better travel perks, and adds mental health support—all firsts for the league. For decades, WNBA stars had to fight for fair treat

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The WNBA’s big change after Caitlin Clark joined

May 3, 2026

Caitlin Clark didn’t just join the WNBA—she reshaped it almost overnight. Before April 2024, the league had its own rhythm, but Clark’s arrival brought a new energy that caught everyone off guard. Lexie Brown, a player with years of experience in the league, noticed the shift right away. Clark didn’

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Birthdays on April 17: Stars, Fun Facts and More

April 18, 2026

Victoria Beckham turns 52 today. She is known for her music career and now runs a beauty brand that sells makeup. Rooney Mara, who was born on April 17, is 41 years old. She lent her voice to a documentary about animals in 2018. Sean Bean celebrates his 67th birthday. He once played the hero O

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High‑School Sports Highlights: Wins, Home Runs and Goal‑Scoring Storms

March 31, 2026

Bella Pires lit up the scoreboard for Weymouth High, hitting a home run, a double and drawing two walks while driving in five runs. Her performance helped the Wildcats defeat Pembroke with a final score of 18‑8 on March 30. Jillian Ondrick and Abby Reed also shone for the Wildcats, each collectin

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WNBA Deal Sets New Pay Bar for Women’s Sports

March 20, 2026

After a year and a half of talks, the WNBA reached a new agreement that will pay its players higher than any other U. S. women’s professional league. This comes after the U. S. women’s soccer team won a $24‑million settlement and the birth of a new professional women’s hockey league, showing a growi