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tournament field

The PGA Championship Final Round: A Philly Showdown

May 17, 2026

On Sunday, the Aronimink Golf Club in Philadelphia becomes a battlefield for 30 golfers chasing Alex Smalley’s lead. The leaderboard is tight; five shots separate the top 30, making every swing count. Rory McIlroy looks to keep his steady improvement going as he tees off, hoping to add to his str

politics

Global Tensions and US Strategy: A Fresh Look

May 17, 2026

Robert Gates, the former Defense Secretary, speaks on a TV show about how America faces new challenges from China and Russia. He says the world is in a risky period because those two countries have built up nuclear weapons and are catching up to US technology. Gates explains that China has almost tw

politics

Long Island Rail Road Strike: Trains Stop, Commuters Stagger

May 17, 2026

The first morning of a new LIRR strike saw the entire network grind to a halt. Workers from several unions walked off the job early Saturday, shutting down all stations across Long Island for the first time since 1994. The move left more than 200, 000 daily riders without their usual train rides and

sports

Shohei Ohtani Turns a Net Mishap Into a Dodger Win

May 17, 2026

Ohtani made headlines again when a ball he hit bounced off the right‑field net at Angel Stadium and stayed in play, allowing him to run all the way home. The Dodgers beat the Angels 15‑2, and this odd play added a memorable moment to the game. \ The ball went toward the outfield corner, hit the e

sports

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 Sasser: A Texas‑Born Basketball Journey

May 17, 2026

Marcus Sasser grew up in Red Oak, Texas, a small town near Dallas where basketball is a daily habit. From the first time he dribbled on neighborhood courts, his family’s love for the game pushed him forward. His uncle Jason coached him in high school, and his father played college ball at Frank Phil

science

A Tiny Gene, a Big Journey: How One Student’s Rare Disorder Became a Fight for Science

May 17, 2026

A young scientist was born with one of only thirty people in the world who share a rare genetic problem that makes them short, bend their spine, and gives them an uneven heartbeat. Doctors called the condition BMP2‑related skeletal dysplasia spectrum disorder, but her own cardiologist nicknamed it “

sports

ASU Teams Set for Big 12 Playoff Push

May 17, 2026

Arizona State’s athletes are stepping onto the postseason stage this week, with a mix of golf and baseball events that could bring national recognition. The Sun Devils’ men’s and women’s golf squads have already secured spots in the NCAA tournaments, while the baseball team is aiming to break into t

sports

A Quick Trade Move for Denver’s Backup RB

May 17, 2026

Denver has gone from almost no running‑back talent to having more players than spots. In the last two seasons, the Broncos struggled at the backfield but now have a surplus of options. Coach Jason La Canfora pointed out that Denver could sell their fourth‑year back, Jaleel McLaughlin, for a la

education

Delaware’s Education Power Players and Their 2026 Game Plan

May 17, 2026

The state’s education budget has been in the spotlight for years, and 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year. A group of leaders—school district finance chiefs, policy advocates, nonprofit heads, and state officials—are all working to keep schools funded while navigating a new property tax assessme