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Jun 17 2026FINANCE

Football betting stocks and the 2026 World Cup opportunity

Analysts see Flutter Entertainment’s FanDuel as a likely winner when 2026’s FIFA World Cup arrives. Investment firm Wedbush gave the company a positive outlook with a price target suggesting nearly a third more value for shareholders who act before the tournament. The push comes as FanDuel tries to

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Jun 17 2026FINANCE

A Closer Look at Dave & Buster's Recent Struggles

Dave & Buster’s had a rough start to the year. Their profits were way below what experts predicted, landing at just 22 cents per share instead of the expected 61 cents. Revenue also dropped, hitting $559. 2 million compared to the $580. 46 million forecast—a 1. 5% decrease from last year. On top of

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Jun 17 2026SPORTS

Fight Night Surprise: Trash Talk Overshadows UFC’s Big Moment in DC

The UFC threw its first-ever main card where every fight ended by knockout or technical knockout, turning its Freedom 250 event in Washington into a loud celebration of flashy finishes and surprise wins. The biggest upset came when Justin Gaethje snatched the lightweight title from the number two fi

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Jun 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

When History’s Loudest Questions Get Staged

The year America celebrated its 250th birthday, the country seemed more interested in laughter than serious debate. Yet one play dares to drag an uncomfortable past onto the stage and ask: who really gets to decide who belongs? The drama unfolds not with grand speeches or sweeping music, but through

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Jun 17 2026POLITICS

Congo's Senate Moves Closer to Letting Leader Stay Longer

Political moves in Congo may soon let President Felix Tshisekedi stay beyond traditional term limits. The Senate just voted 89-0 to support a bill changing how the constitution works. This could reset his term count, letting him run again even though he’s now in his second term. The vote happened Mo

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Jun 17 2026POLITICS

What’s really in the Iran deal? Congress wants answers before Trump signs.

For days, the White House has been talking about a new Iran deal without showing anyone the paperwork. The temporary truce announced in April was supposed to last only a few weeks, but now officials say it’s being stretched to two months. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil ship

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Jun 17 2026POLITICS

South Korea pushes for US-North Korea talks after Trump photos surface

South Korea's president recently had a quick chat with Donald Trump at a big world leaders' meeting. He asked Trump to step up as the main player in solving tensions with North Korea. The short conversation happened during a group photo session. Trump then asked about the current state of play with

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Jun 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

G7 Leaders Weigh Rules for Sharing Top AI Tools with Closest Allies

G7 leaders recently met in France to talk about a new way to share America’s most advanced AI tools with a small group of trusted countries and companies. These tools, like the ones made by Anthropic, were blocked for foreign users last week because U. S. officials worry they could be used for cyber

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Jun 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Country Stars and National Anthems: Where Do We Draw the Line?

Zac Brown stood proudly on a giant UFC logo while singing “The Star-Spangled Banner. ” The stage was decked out in red, white, and blue, and Brown wore a matching outfit. He later said that patriotism, not politics, was his reason for performing at the event. But when heavyweight fighter Josh Hokit

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Jun 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Documentaries aiming for Emmy glory in 2026

Two big-name comedians from Canada are back in the spotlight, but this time it’s not for laughs. John Candy and Martin Short, who first teamed up decades ago on a sketch show, now have full documentary films about their lives in the running for Emmy awards. Candy’s film, made by Colin Hanks, digs in

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