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Casino fined $7. 2 million for safety lapses

June 1, 2026

The New South Wales regulator has slapped a $7. 2 million fine on the Star Sydney casino, adding an order to set aside another $5 million. The penalty comes after the casino’s licence was suspended and a regulator‑appointed manager took control. Investigations by Liquor and Gaming NSW uncovered thou

politics

New Mexico Democrats push back against hidden cash in elections

June 1, 2026

Politics in New Mexico is getting messy with secret cash flowing into key races. State elections for land commissioner and secretary of state are seeing big spending by groups that don’t have to reveal their donors. This isn’t just a local problem—it’s part of a bigger trend where wealthy donors and

sports

Baseball’s Surprises: A Win, a Title Near, and MLB’s Wild Day

May 31, 2026

Pitching can make or break a baseball game, especially in the NCAA tournament where one standout performance can change everything. Washington State’s Nick Lewis proved that Friday night in Oregon, tossing 103 pitches in damp conditions to shut down Oregon State. His 3-2 victory was a rare bright sp

politics

Vietnam Leader Sees China Friendship as Key to Regional Calm

May 30, 2026

To Lam, Vietnam’s new top chief, staying friendly with China can help keep the South China Sea peaceful. He said Vietnam will not choose sides, but will work with both China and the United States to keep its borders safe. The leader explained that building good ties with China is not a conflict wi

politics

Strong Allies Needed to Keep China in Check

May 30, 2026

The U. S. defence chief said that Asia must spend more on its own armies to stop China from becoming too powerful in the region. He spoke at a big meeting of military leaders in Singapore, where he urged countries like Japan, South Korea and the Philippines to raise their defence budgets to about 3

sports

Dave Winfield's Yankees days: a Hall of Famer’s tough journey

May 29, 2026

Dave Winfield spent nearly a decade with the New York Yankees, winning awards and making key plays. Yet he wore a Padres cap at his Hall of Fame induction instead of a Yankees one. That choice wasn’t random. In a recent chat on a sports podcast, he called his time in pinstripes a "toxic work environ

entertainment

Wheelhouse Picks Up Anomaly Entertainment

May 28, 2026

Wheelhouse, a company known for creating media that spotlights athletes and entertainers, has just added Anomaly Entertainment to its roster. The deal brings a studio that specializes in exciting reality shows and scripted series into Wheelhouse’s mix. Anomaly was founded in 2017 by Matthew Kelly a

politics

Vietnam President Visits Philippines to Boost Trade and Security

May 27, 2026

The Vietnamese leader, who also heads the Communist Party, is scheduled to arrive in Manila on May 31 and stay until June 1. During the two‑day visit, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will host him to talk about trade deals and ways to cooperate on maritime security. The Philippines h

politics

Truth Panel Set to Scrutinize Drug‑War Deaths

May 27, 2026

A new group is being formed in the Philippines to look into killings that happened during a government campaign against drugs. The panel is headed by a former judge from the International Criminal Court and will act without direct government influence. Its main job is to gather facts about peo

lifestyle

What does it mean to be Wasian today?

May 27, 2026

The term Wasian—mixing white and Asian heritage—has popped up everywhere lately, mostly because a bunch of well-known faces have started using it. Think Olympic skaters, actors and musicians who suddenly feel seen in a way they didn’t growing up. For some, the label is helpful. It’s a quick way to s