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May 11 2026SPORTS

Monday’s Sports Lineup: Big Games and Quiet Beginnings

Sports fans have plenty to watch tonight, but the real excitement starts early. Soccer kicks things off at 1:45 p. m. with a Saudi Pro League match between Al Ahli and Al Taawoun. By mid-afternoon, English football ramps up, with a Championship Playoff semifinal on CBS and the Premier League’s Leeds

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May 09 2026CELEBRITIES

Sky‑High Dining Opens in Sonoma County

The new rooftop restaurant, AYA, opened on Thursday, May 7 at the Graton Resort and Casino near Rohnert Park. The launch night was a mix of local guests, food experts and pop‑culture personalities. Celebrity chef Roy Ellamar unveiled the menu, featuring fine wines, creative starters and a plen

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May 09 2026LIFESTYLE

Local fun shouldn't be overlooked this summer

The change of seasons brings predictable excitement. After a long winter, people naturally crave outdoor activities when spring arrives. Instead of waiting for perfect weather, many start planning their summer adventures early. While big trips and events sound appealing, the best experiences often s

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May 09 2026SPORTS

College sports: Where big budgets win and small programs lose

Money talks louder than rackets in college sports these days. While basketball courts are flooded with new sponsor cash from beer and liquor brands, smaller sports like tennis and golf are getting the short end of the budget stick. This year alone, several top tennis programs vanished, including Ark

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May 09 2026BUSINESS

Prime Video’s Big Play for Ads and Sports

Streaming services usually fight over shows and movies, but Amazon’s Prime Video is playing a different game—one where live sports and ads score big points. The platform recently revealed it made over $17 billion from ads in just three months, beating traditional media giants like Warner Bros. and P

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May 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Cross‑Game Chaos: StarCraft Units Invade Diablo Immortal

Diablo Immortal is set to welcome a surprise guest from another popular franchise, and the partnership will last about a month, starting on May 13. The invading force is the StarCraft Legion, which will spread new challenges across the Sanctuary. Players will face fresh boss fights and altered du

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May 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Louisiana's Biggest Wing Showdown Takes Flight Soon

Every year, food lovers in Louisiana look forward to a special day when wings take center stage. On May 16, downtown Lafayette will host Wing Wars of Acadiana, a lively festival where local restaurants, chefs, and even amateur cooks go head-to-head for the best wing title in the state. The event isn

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May 08 2026SPORTS

IndyCar pulls racing shirt after backlash over slogan

IndyCar just learned a tough lesson about how symbols can backfire. The racing league pulled a T-shirt from its store after fans pointed out that the slogan "ONE RACE" below a helmet-wearing Abraham Lincoln could be twisted into something ugly. The shirt was meant to celebrate the August Freedom 250

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May 08 2026EDUCATION

Summer of Sails: Hands-on Fun at the Great Lakes Science Center

May in Cleveland just got more exciting for families craving hands-on learning. The Great Lakes Science Center is rolling out a month packed with boat-themed activities, two big new exhibits, and plenty of chances to get wet while exploring science. The star of the show? The historic Steamship Willi

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May 08 2026EDUCATION

Schools tighten e-bike rules after sharp rise in student injuries

Last month, a local school board voted 6-1 to ban elementary and middle school students from bringing e-bikes onto campus starting next year. The decision followed months of debate after injury reports involving young riders jumped from just one case in 2021 to over 200 last year. Many board members

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