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May 25 2026POLITICS

Why social media stars are changing politics—and why that could be a problem

In 2024, influencers got a front-row seat to American politics. For the first time, hundreds of content creators were given special passes to the Democratic and Republican conventions. They rubbed shoulders with politicians at parties, rallies, and even White House events. Campaigns love this trend

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May 25 2026SPORTS

Late night drama under the pyramids: how one boxer almost rewrote history against Usyk

The heavyweight fight beneath the Pyramids of Giza wasn’t supposed to be close. Oleksandr Usyk, then a 37-year-old champion with twenty-six clean victories, was expected to walk through Rico Verhoeven like many others before him. But the Dutch kickboxer turned boxer had other ideas. Verhoeven used

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May 25 2026LIFESTYLE

Nature walks can be lovely until a chatty guide ruins the moment

A recent nature walk that started as a promising date turned into something else when an overly talkative guide joined the group. The key moments of quiet and connection between two people hoping to get closer got lost in a flood of words. The guide seemed to think every pause meant someone needed m

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May 25 2026POLITICS

Colombia's Big Three Race Nears Finish Line After Crowd-Pulling Final Push

Colombia wrapped up its main presidential campaign phase last Sunday with three massive rallies that felt more like rock concerts than political events. The biggest crowds turned out in three different cities: Barranquilla on the coast, Medellín in the business heartland, and Bogotá, the capital. Th

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May 25 2026LIFESTYLE

Summer fun blooms in Redwood City with music and movies on the square

Redwood City’s downtown is getting ready to host a summer packed with entertainment for all ages. Starting May 29, the Courtyard Square will buzz with music every Friday evening. The season opener features a Santana tribute band, Carnaval, kicking things off with classic rock vibes. Through early Se

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May 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Tekken 8’s newest fighter brings a different kind of challenge

The latest update for Tekken 8 introduces a guest fighter who couldn’t be more different from the usual crowd. Yujiro Hanma, nicknamed "The Ogre, " isn’t just another character with flashy tricks or supernatural abilities. Instead, his entire approach relies on raw physical power and decades of mart

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May 25 2026CELEBRITIES

From Hometown Tennis to Global Stardom: The Belarusian Roots of Aryna Sabalenka

Aryna Sabalenka didn’t just appear on the tennis scene—she built her career from scratch in a city known for its tough conditions and unshaken passion for sports. Born in Minsk, Belarus, in 1998, she grew up around a culture that values competition, discipline, and emotional strength, especially in

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May 25 2026SPORTS

Who is Hailey Baptiste and how did community tennis shape her rise?

Hailey Baptiste’s tennis career began in Washington D. C. , a city not always known for producing top tennis talent. Instead of private clubs or elite programs, her early training came from local community initiatives designed to help kids who couldn’t easily afford the sport. By age four, she was a

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May 25 2026SPORTS

A Tennis Star Born Across Continents

Cameron Norrie stands out in tennis not just for his skill but for the unusual path that shaped his life. Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 1995 to British parents working there, his early years were marked by change. A burglary at his family’s home when he was three forced them to move to Auck

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May 25 2026POLITICS

Why is a Florida politician rushing into marriage again so fast?

A Florida politician known for mixing politics with online drama got married quietly in a small Catholic church over the weekend. The groom, James Fishback, had just split from his crypto-influencer girlfriend named Francesca—not long before that, he showed up at campaign events calling her his “wif

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