INDIANAPOLIS — Jaylen Brown was taken aback when he heard his name announced as the Eastern Conference finals MVP. His teammates and coaches began congratulating him, but he remained expressionless, much like after a poster dunk or game-winning 3-pointer. Brown has often felt overlooked, and his coach has encouraged him to shed those expectations. When […]
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Bill Walton, a revered NBA Hall of Famer and renowned broadcaster, has passed away at the age of 71, following a prolonged battle with cancer, as announced by the league on Monday. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver fondly remembered Walton as “truly one of a kind.” Walton’s legacy extends beyond his exceptional college basketball career in […]
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Israeli tanks reportedly advanced to the heart of Rafah on Tuesday, marking three weeks of a ground offensive in the southern Gaza city that has drawn worldwide censure for its civilian casualties. Witnesses reported tanks and armored vehicles near Al-Awda mosque, a central Rafah landmark, while the Israeli military confirmed ongoing operations in Rafah without […]
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May
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez asserted that establishing a Palestinian state is “the only route to peace” in the Middle East, as his country, alongside Norway and Ireland, formally recognized Palestine on Tuesday. Sanchez addressed the nation before the cabinet vote that approved the previously announced plan. Norway’s recognition also came into effect, while Ireland […]
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Nicki Minaj’s highly anticipated performance at Manchester’s Co-op Live was abruptly postponed last Saturday due to her unexpected arrest in the Netherlands. The rapper and singer, known for hits like Starships, Super Bass, and Anaconda, was detained at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport, forcing the last-minute cancellation of her show for thousands of fans. Minaj announced the […]
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Amanda Holden turned heads at the first semi-final of Britain’s Got Talent on Monday with her bold, claret red dress. The 53-year-old radio host joined fellow judges Alesha Dixon, Bruno Tonioli, and Simon Cowell, but her striking attire stole the spotlight during the live episode’s opening minutes. Actress Amanda exuded glamour in her one-shoulder gown, […]
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As we sit down to enjoy a meal, the once humble act of eating has evolved into a complex dance between taste buds, nutritionists, and sustainability advocates. The future of food is not just about sustenance; it’s about the art of nourishment. With lab-grown meat alternatives and precision-crafted plant-based diets emerging, our relationship with food […]
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Israeli airstrikes in the southern Gaza city of Rafah have reportedly killed at least 35 people, mostly women and children, and injured dozens more. The attack occurred after Hamas launched rocket attacks towards Tel Aviv for the first time in months. Palestinian medics reported that the strike hit tents for displaced people, resulting in heavy […]
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Rishi Sunak’s promise to reinstate National Service is unlikely to help him close the polling gap with Labour, according to leading pollsters. The Conservatives unveiled the policy over the weekend, hoping it would improve their dismal polling numbers, which show them lagging more than 20 points behind Labour. While the announcement diverted attention from the […]
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The buzz of Israeli quadcopter drones has become a grim harbinger in Wadi Gaza, where six Palestinians were killed while trying to access aid or return home. Al Jazeera’s Hani Mahmoud reports from the tragic scene where lives are being cut short with shocking regularity. As the world watches in horror, the G7 finance leaders […]
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Erik ten Hag, Manchester United’s manager, has lashed out at the club’s fans for having ‘no sense of reality’ amidst an 11-year title drought. In a heated interview on the day of the FA Cup final against Manchester City, Ten Hag expressed his frustration with the high expectations. Despite speculation about his departure from Old […]
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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordered Israel on Friday to immediately halt its military assault on the southern Gaza city of Rafah. The court’s decision, read by Judge Nawaf Salam, was in response to an urgent application by South Africa, which argued that previous measures regarding the Gaza war were insufficient. Israeli officials promptly […]
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Mets owner Steve Cohen couldn’t contain his disappointment after the team’s 8-7 loss to the Giants on Friday night at Citi Field. The Mets had a comfortable 6-2 lead, but a late-inning collapse led to their fourth consecutive defeat. Taking to social media, Cohen expressed his own frustrations and empathized with the team’s loyal supporters. […]
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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) issued provisional measures on May 24, 2024, for the third time in a case brought by South Africa against Israel, alleging violations of the Genocide Convention in Gaza. The ICJ ordered Israel to “immediately halt its military offensive” in Rafah, which could potentially lead to the destruction of the […]
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In a thrilling finish at the Target Center, Luka Doncic’s stepback 3-pointer with 3.8 seconds remaining sealed a 109-108 victory for the Dallas Mavericks over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals. The Mavericks overcame an 18-point first-half deficit and a late five-point gap to secure the win, thanks in large […]