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Mixed signals in MMA: who fights next and why it matters

May 22, 2026

The welterweight division is stuck in limbo right now, with title hopes dangling by a thread. Dricus du Plessis hasn’t fought since his shocking loss to Khamzat Chimaev, a match that knocked him out of the top spot. But when Chimaev lost to Sean Strickland—and du Plessis had beaten Strickland twice

entertainment

The Future of Driving: One Man Against the Machines

May 22, 2026

A new comic series is turning the idea of car culture on its head. Instead of electric cars driving themselves, it shows a world where driving is banned completely. In this future, America is split in two. The rich live in high-tech cities controlled by an AI system called the GRID. The poor scrape

art

Festival Lights and Art: A Weekend of Makers in Northampton

May 21, 2026

The summer’s first big arts event arrives in Northampton this Memorial Day weekend, bringing more than 200 creators together under one roof. Visitors can wander through booths that showcase furniture, jewelry, glass art, garden sculptures, ceramics, fashion pieces, and paintings. The three‑day show

politics

U. S. and Philippines Move Fast on New Tech Zone

May 21, 2026

The United States plans to finalize a long‑term agreement with the Philippines about an economic security zone soon. A senior U. S. official said both sides have two years to finish the details after signing a pact last month. They will decide which industries get priority in the zone. The Philippi

business

New Start in Arizona, Old Loss in Massachusetts

May 21, 2026

The former owners of a once‑popular running shop have begun a fresh chapter in Arizona, offering retirement and financial advice under the name Ascension Impact. They moved away from Springfield after their previous business, 4Run3, shut down abruptly in May. While they promoted the new venture on s

crime

Concert safety under fire after lawsuit over Tinley Park incident

May 20, 2026

A Chicago law firm has taken legal action against Live Nation and Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre, arguing that weak security at a 2025 concert allowed a minor to be sexually assaulted. The lawsuit claims the venue failed to protect young attendees by not stopping underage drinking, monitoring restricte

politics

Vaccine Panel Charter Pulled Back Over Timing Slip

May 19, 2026

The U. S. health department has taken back a new charter for an important vaccine advisory group, saying the change was made too late under federal rules. The panel, which gives advice to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about how vaccines are used across the country, had just received

sports

When Coaches and Their Families Cross the Line

May 17, 2026

Fran McCaffery spent 15 years coaching Iowa basketball, turning the team into a regular NCAA Tournament contender and earning a solid 297-207 record. But his time in Iowa City ended badly, partly because of friction with local media personalities. The most well-known was Gary Dolphin, the long-time

crime

When California politics got messy: a top aide’s fall from power

May 15, 2026

Dana Williamson, once a powerful figure in California politics, made a dramatic court appearance this week after admitting to serious crimes. A former top advisor to two governors, she pleaded guilty to bank fraud, lying to federal agents, and filing false tax returns. Her actions were part of a wid

sports

Strickland’s Apology Faces Backlash Over Religion‑Related Trash Talk

May 13, 2026

Belal Muhammad, a former UFC champion, publicly denounced Sean Strickland after the latter’s remarks about Khamzat Chimaev’s family and faith during UFC 328. The comments sparked anger when Strickland, known for his heated promos, later apologized to Muslim fans, but Muhammad argued the apology was