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May 17 2026SPORTS

When injuries and illnesses strike, athletes still push to compete

Track stars are expected to perform at their peak, but Anavia Battle proved that sheer determination can beat tough conditions. At the Shanghai Diamond League in May, the 27-year-old American sprinter lined up for the 200m final while battling a bad cold. With rivals like Sha’Carri Richardson and Sh

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May 17 2026HEALTH

Hospital techs get better pay after tense talks

A deal was struck just in time to avoid a walkout by hospital technicians who handle everything from X-rays to breathing machines. The agreement gives around 230 techs a raise of at least 3% over three years, plus extra pay for experience and limits on last-minute schedule changes. Most workers—96%—

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May 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Bose’s new speaker faces off with Sonos – but not how you might think

Bose just launched its Lifestyle Ultra lineup, and the smart speaker stands out in a crowded market where most people already have a favorite. Unlike many brands that lock you into one system, Bose keeps things open. Want to use your phone, tablet, or laptop? No problem. Need Google Cast, Apple AirP

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May 17 2026LIFESTYLE

Why a 60-year-old’s warm online presence is winning millions of hearts

In a time when social media feeds overflow with noise and disagreement, a grandmother from Albion is quietly building one of the fastest-growing online communities. Diane Shiffer’s secret isn’t viral challenges or eye-catching edits—it’s steady kindness. Her posts, often simple selfies or short vide

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May 16 2026SPORTS

Nate Diaz: Roots, Identity, and the Road Ahead

Diaz is a 41‑year‑old fighter who grew up in Stockton, California, but spent much of his youth in nearby Lodi. He went to Tokay High School and still feels a strong connection to the 209 area code that ties both cities together. His family background is mixed: his father Robert has Mexican roots,

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May 16 2026CELEBRITIES

Love and Swimsuits: How a Baseball Star Supports His Partner’s Career

Livvy Dunne, the 23‑year‑old model who first appeared in Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit issue in 2023, recently shared how her boyfriend, Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes, reacts to her work. After the magazine released new photos, Dunne sent him a link and he immediately asked where to view th

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May 16 2026SPORTS

A Wide‑Open Preakness and Other Sports Highlights

The 151st Preakness is set for tomorrow at Laurel Park, Maryland. Because the top two finishers from yesterday’s Kentucky Derby are not running, there is no chance for a Triple Crown this year. That makes the race feel like an open field, with many different horses having a realistic shot at victory

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May 16 2026SPORTS

Big Wins and Record Breaks in Massachusetts High School Sports

In a weekend full of surprises, several young athletes reached historic milestones. A junior volleyball setter matched the state’s all‑time assists record and then surpassed it, ending his career with 1, 703 assists. Meanwhile, a senior lacrosse player hit his 100th goal in a hard‑fought win, and an

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May 16 2026HEALTH

SRS Use in Lung Cancer Brain Metastases: Who Gets Treated?

Patients with brain spread from lung cancer often need radiation. A precise form called stereotactic radiosurgery can treat a few spots instead of the whole brain, but not everyone receives it. Studies show that who gets this treatment depends on age, income, and insurance type. Older patients an

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May 16 2026BUSINESS

Dropping Out to Open a Padel Club

The story begins with a restless student who had finished college studying economics, Spanish and German. After a stint at a tech startup in New York, the idea of staying in that world seemed stale. The next logical step felt like enrolling at Wharton, but the campus was already buzzing with recruit

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