ALEX MAY

Jun 08 2026SPORTS

High School Sports Highlights: Tennis Wins and Soccer Showdowns

Alex Thomas of Notre Dame Academy clinched the Division 1 state tennis title, beating Colin Meixl and Alexander Bo in straight sets. His flawless record of 21‑0 leads into the team tournament, a boost after finishing third last year. In Division 1 doubles, Brookfield East’s Jake Zheng and Ryker Koc

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Jun 04 2026POLITICS

Teen Study Finds Himself on Russian Ban List

Alex Browder is a 17‑year‑old student who was surprised when his name appeared on a Russian sanctions list. He discovered this while browsing news about cryptocurrency in his economics class. The Kremlin had banned him for writing a report that criticized Russian money laundering practices. The rep

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Jun 01 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Birthdays and Fun Facts for May 31st

May 31st marks another year for several well-known names in entertainment. Among them is Clint Eastwood, who celebrates his 96th birthday this year. He didn't start as an actor but took on directing early in his career, with his first film being "Cry Misty for Me. " Meanwhile, Brooke Shields turns 6

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May 27 2026CELEBRITIES

Stars who share a birthday on May 26

May 26 turns out to be a surprisingly crowded day on the Hollywood calendar. Stevie Nicks, the woman who made “Rhiannon” a classic rock anthem, blew out 78 candles this year. Long before she fronted Fleetwood Mac, she practiced chords in a band called Fritz that almost no one remembers now. Meanwhil

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May 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities turning another year older in May

May 23 marks another year for several well-known faces. Some famous names born on this date include comedian Drew Carey turning 68, singer-turned-director Ryan Coogler hitting 40 after winning an Oscar, and actress Melissa McBride clocking 61 years. Their birthdays join a mix of other stars from dif

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May 23 2026EDUCATION

Make School Days Count: Why Spring Could Be Your Best Learning Season

May and June in school often feel like a slow climb uphill. The year is nearly over, but tests and assignments still loom. Instead of dreading the final stretch, some schools flip the script and treat these weeks as a chance to learn differently. At St. Benedict’s in Newark, New Jersey, the last pus

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May 23 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Birthdays to Celebrate on May 22, 2026

May 22, 2026 brings a mix of familiar faces turning another year older. Among them are Ginnifer Goodwin at 48 and Maggie Q at 47, both known for roles in popular shows and movies. Goodwin has built a strong fanbase from her work in both live-action and animated series, while Q has appeared in action

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May 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrity birthdays and fun facts for May 21, 2026

May 21st marks another year for some well-known faces in entertainment. Among them are actor Mr. T, celebrating his 74th birthday, and TV actor Sarah Ramos, who just turned 35. Mr. T, famous for his tough-guy roles and wrestling fame, made history when he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 20

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May 20 2026CELEBRITIES

Birthdays to Celebrate on May 19

May 19 isn’t just any day—it’s packed with birthdays that span music, sports, comedy, and activism. Among the most recognizable names are Grace Jones, who turns 75 this year. Born in Jamaica, she became a global icon long before many of today’s stars were even born. Then there’s Michael Che, the com

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May 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

People born on May 18: from tsars to pop culture icons

May 18 seems like a normal spring day, but it’s actually a date that links royalty, music, comedy, and film. A future monarch, Nicholas II, was born in 1868 into a world where emperors still ruled most of Europe, but his life ended in a cellar during a revolution. Meanwhile, Frank Capra was already

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