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Punjab Kings Bowling Woes: What’s Hitting Arshdeep Singh?

May 17, 2026

Arshdeep Singh’s recent practice shows he is not at his best. The fast bowler looks tired and less sharp than usual. Fans notice he struggles to deliver yorkers at the end of an over. The team’s record is worrying. Punjab Kings sit fourth with 13 points from 12 games. They have lost five matches in

sports

Marcus Rashford's future: Barcelona's next big move?

May 17, 2026

Rashford joined Barcelona on loan from Manchester United last season, and it's been a game-changer for him. In 48 appearances, he's scored 14 goals and set up 11 more. Off the field, he's seemed happier than people have seen in years. That’s a big deal for a player who’s been through ups and downs. ...

crime

Spy Tricks: How Digital Thieves Used Chat and Code to Steal Millions

May 17, 2026

North Korea’s cyber teams have quietly cleaned out more than $6 billion from crypto since 2017, and 2026 alone has already added nearly $600 million to that total. Instead of just guessing passwords or sending phishing links, these operatives now spend months face-to-face with targets, building trus

sports

Wind‑Proof Golf: How Chris Gotterup Mastered the Storm

May 16, 2026

Gotterup rolled into the PGA Championship with a calm that matched the gusty weather at Aronimink Golf Club. Instead of complaining about the wind, he treated it like a puzzle to solve. In New Jersey’s breezy streets, the young golfer learned early that every gust could be an ally if you play

celebrities

Can podcasts change how we see mental health meds?

May 16, 2026

Theo Von’s talks on his podcast about stopping his antidepressants before filming a Netflix special show how tricky mental health care can be. He wanted more raw emotions for the show but ended up feeling "mildly manic, " which made him sound off about suicide during the performance. Later, he clari

politics

Trump’s Midterm Test: A Tightrope for Republicans

May 15, 2026

Republicans face a tricky choice as the 2024 midterms approach. The party’s survival hinges on how it deals with President Trump, who is still a powerful force in the GOP. Trump says he will be on the ballot and that his supporters love him, a claim that puts pressure on Republican candidates

sports

Global Cup Show: Music, Soccer and a Push for School Funds

May 15, 2026

Global Citizen is setting up the biggest halftime show in World Cup history, a plan that mixes pop stars and football to fund education for kids worldwide. The event will feature names like Madonna, Shakira, BTS and the Coldplay singer Chris Martin, who helped design the show. The goal is to channel

entertainment

Sports Puzzle: Guess the Themes

May 14, 2026

A new daily brain‑teaser has been released by a sports news site that is part of a major newspaper. The challenge comes in four colour‑coded groups, each with its own theme that players must identify from a list of clues. The puzzle is available for free on the site’s own app and website, but it doe

crime

Brazil’s bold plan to rein in crime groups with cash and tech

May 14, 2026

Brazil’s government just rolled out a $2. 2 billion program to fight powerful gangs like Primeiro Comando da Capital and Comando Vermelho. The plan puts federal and local teams under one roof, aiming to cut crime financing, upgrade prisons, solve murders better, and lock down borders. It’s not just

sports

A British driver’s bold race against time

May 14, 2026

Katherine Legge isn’t just racing cars—she’s racing the clock. On May 24, the British racer will line up for the Indianapolis 500, a 500-mile dash that’s already a brutal test of skill and endurance. But that’s only half the battle. Hours later, she’ll hop on a plane, fly over 500 miles, and jump in