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May 15 2026SPORTS

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

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

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May 15 2026HEALTH

CT Scans May Replace Multiple Tests for Mitral Valve Issues

Recent research suggests that a single heart‑sweeping CT scan could replace several separate tests when doctors evaluate patients with leaking mitral valves. Instead of juggling echo, MRI and angiography, the CT scan can map the valve’s shape and detect any blockages in the heart’s arteries. T

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May 15 2026SPORTS

Texas Coach Sparks Debate Over Ole Miss Education

The rivalry between Texas and Ole Miss is heating up even before the teams meet on the field. In a recent press conference, Texas’ head coach said that a student at Ole Miss could earn a degree by taking “basket weaving. ” The comment drew sharp criticism from fans who felt it belittled the un

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May 15 2026SPORTS

A New Chance for a Former ESPN Host

Stephen A. Smith, known for his strong voice on sports shows, has voiced a clear wish to bring Shannon Sharpe back into ESPN’s lineup. Smith says the network knows his desire, but the final call rests with senior executives who oversee staffing decisions. A year ago, Sharpe was let go after a law

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May 15 2026SPORTS

Matt Fitzpatrick: Quiet Rise, Big Wins

Matt Fitzpatrick’s story is one of steady progress and quiet determination. He began as a standout amateur, winning prestigious titles such as the U. S. Amateur before turning professional in 2014. From that point, he has steadily climbed the ranks of both the PGA and European Tours, proving himself

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May 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Elk Grove backs new security camera plan to tackle rising theft

The city council in Elk Grove recently agreed to a plan that puts more eyes on the streets. Starting soon, police will get live feeds from cameras set up by local businesses. The goal? To catch crimes as they happen and respond faster. Small shops can even get up to $5, 000 to help pay for the camer

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May 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Tracking Down Killers: A New Case in the Series You Won’t Want to Miss

Tonight’s episode of a crime-solving series dives into one of Florida’s most shocking murder cases. A college professor was fatally shot in his own home, and investigators believe hired killers were involved. The show doesn’t just replay the crime—it follows real detectives as they hunt for clues, i

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May 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Peacock’s crime drama ‘M. I. A. ’ hits NBC with a free pilot episode

A new crime show called ‘M. I. A. ’ is landing on NBC after its online release. The first episode will air on Thursday, May 14, at 10 p. m. ET, giving viewers a chance to watch the pilot for free without cable. If you don’t have a TV antenna or cable, you can still tune in through streaming services

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May 15 2026FINANCE

How to protect your investments when prices keep rising

Inflation stays higher than expected, with consumer prices up nearly 4% in the past year and wholesale costs climbing even faster. That makes traditional safe bets like US Treasury bonds and big tech stocks look shaky. Experts now suggest looking beyond the usual choices to shield against rising cos

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May 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

A sponge that cleans oil spills by itself

Scientists studied how Mimosa leaves fold up when touched. They copied this trick to build a special sponge. This sponge can soak up oil from water all by itself, then clean up and be ready to use again without extra help. The sponge is made from chitosan, a natural material from shellfish. This ba

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