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NCAA urges further study of change that would start eligibility at HS graduation or age 19

The NCAA confirmed it is exploring a move to an age-based eligibility model that would give athletes a window of five years for Division I competition starting immediately after their high school graduation or 19th birthday, whichever comes first

NCAA urges further study of change that would start eligibility at HS graduation or age 19
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MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson Day as every player wears No. 42 on anniversary of his historic debut

Major League Baseball is celebrating Jackie Robinson Day with every player, coach and umpire wearing his No. 42 to mark the 79th anniversary of the infielder breaking the sport’s color barrier

MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson Day as every player wears No. 42 on anniversary of his historic debut
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Shakespeare owned a house in London. We finally know where it was

Shakespeare owned a house in London. We finally know where it was

Shakespeare owned a house in London. We finally know where it was
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New discovery solves mystery of the location of Shakespeare's London house

A newly discovered 17th-century map sheds light on William Shakespeare's life in London

New discovery solves mystery of the location of Shakespeare's London house
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NY jury finds Live Nation illegally monopolized ticketing markets, Bloomberg News reports

Live Nation illegally monopolized ticketing markets, a New York federal jury found Wednesday, Bloomberg News reported.

NY jury finds Live Nation illegally monopolized ticketing markets, Bloomberg News reports
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Jury finds Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated as a monopoly and overcharged fans

Jury finds Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated as a monopoly and overcharged fans

Jury finds Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated as a monopoly and overcharged fans
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Popular NYC SantaCon charity fundraiser was more con than Claus, authorities say

Federal authorities say a SantaCon charity fundraiser that flooded New York City with inebriated young people in red and white Santa costumes every holiday season was a con

Popular NYC SantaCon charity fundraiser was more con than Claus, authorities say
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Ackman's Pershing Square proposes $64 billion merger deal with Universal Music Group

Billionaire investor Bill Ackman's Pershing Square proposed a takeover of Universal Music Group on Tuesday in a $64

Ackman's Pershing Square proposes $64 billion merger deal with Universal Music Group
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Islanders promo raises funds for ex-NYPD officer convicted of manslaughter, angering victim's family

The New York Islanders are facing criticism for promoting a fundraiser for a former New York City police sergeant who was convicted of manslaughter

Islanders promo raises funds for ex-NYPD officer convicted of manslaughter, angering victim's family
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Are ‘Pitt’ bullies real? Diagnosing the newest fandom menace

Are ‘Pitt’ bullies real? Diagnosing the newest fandom menace

Are ‘Pitt’ bullies real? Diagnosing the newest fandom menace
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Ackman's UMG bid sees analysts split on Bolloré's next move

Market analysts are split over whether Universal Music Group's top stakeholders will support billionaire Bill Ackman's Pershing Square

Ackman's UMG bid sees analysts split on Bolloré's next move
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US and Canadian astronauts capture global attention with Artemis II moon flight

The voyage of four astronauts to the far side of the moon has given the world a glimpse of America at its best, offering a respite from global despair and

US and Canadian astronauts capture global attention with Artemis II moon flight
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Swatch urges shareholders to vote against activist investor's bid for board seat

Swatch has once again opposed GreenWood Investors' bid for a seat on the board and has urged shareholders to vote against the activist investor at its upcoming annual

Swatch urges shareholders to vote against activist investor's bid for board seat
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Hilton Head a time to exhale and move on from the Masters

The Masters is over and it's time to move on

Hilton Head a time to exhale and move on from the Masters
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Anitta, like you've never heard her before. The Brazilian superstar talks new album, 'SNL' and God

Anitta’s upcoming album “Equilibrium” showcases her roots with a vibrant mix of Brazilian funk, samba, bossa nova and more

Anitta, like you've never heard her before. The Brazilian superstar talks new album, 'SNL' and God
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Lionel Messi accused of breaching $7 million contract by sitting out a Florida soccer friendly

Lionel Messi is being sued by a Miami-based event promoter, saying the international soccer icon violated terms of a $7 million contract by missing an exhibition match last year

Lionel Messi accused of breaching $7 million contract by sitting out a Florida soccer friendly
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AI-rendered Val Kilmer debuts in 'As Deep as the Grave' trailer

The filmmakers behind “As Deep as the Grave” have used AI to recreate Val Kilmer in a prominent role

AI-rendered Val Kilmer debuts in 'As Deep as the Grave' trailer
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Jeff Shell steps down as Paramount president

Paramount Skydance said on Wednesday that Jeff Shell is stepping down as the company's president and board member amid allegations that he violated U.S.

Jeff Shell steps down as Paramount president
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Roblox gaming platform reaches $12 million settlement with Nevada enhancing youth protections

The interactive gaming platform Roblox, popular among children and teens, has reached an over $12 million agreement with the state of Nevada over its protections for young users

Roblox gaming platform reaches $12 million settlement with Nevada enhancing youth protections
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Mount Holyoke’s corpse flower blooms again, drawing crowds to its ‘rotting flesh’ stench

Crowds gathered at Mount Holyoke College’s Talcott Greenhouse to witness the rare bloom of “Pangy,” a corpse flower known for its powerful odor resembling decaying flesh

Mount Holyoke’s corpse flower blooms again, drawing crowds to its ‘rotting flesh’ stench
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Netflix to refocus on ads, content after failed Warner Bros bid

Investors will look for Netflix to emphasize content spending and ad business growth as key drivers when it reports quarterly earnings

Netflix to refocus on ads, content after failed Warner Bros bid
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Tigers and rookie Kevin McGonigle agree to an $150 million, 8-year contract starting in 2027

Detroit Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle has agreed to a $150 million, eight-year contract starting in 2027

Tigers and rookie Kevin McGonigle agree to an $150 million, 8-year contract starting in 2027
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Tanzania investigates death of American social media influencer

(Corrects time of death in paragraph 5 to around 3 p.m and not 9 p.m.)

Tanzania investigates death of American social media influencer
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American Eagle rallies again after launching second Sydney Sweeney campaign

American Eagle Outfitters shares jumped on Wednesday after the denim retailer unveiled a second campaign with "Euphoria" star Sydney Sweeney, a year after a viral and

American Eagle rallies again after launching second Sydney Sweeney campaign
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Big ad agencies settle US FTC probe into alleged boycott over political content

Three large advertising agencies settled a U.S.

Big ad agencies settle US FTC probe into alleged boycott over political content
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Done dirty; Controversial Dirtylicious dance shutters, but hopes to live on elsewhere

Done dirty; Controversial Dirtylicious dance shutters, but hopes to live on elsewhere

Done dirty; Controversial Dirtylicious dance shutters, but hopes to live on elsewhere
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'Nobody wants to see this': Small community copes with tragic murder-suicide

'Nobody wants to see this': Small community copes with tragic murder-suicide

'Nobody wants to see this': Small community copes with tragic murder-suicide
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Walmart redesigns its 'Great Value' private label brand

Walmart said on Wednesday it is redesigning its private-label brand "Great Value" as price-conscious shoppers increasingly opt for cheaper store-brand products.

Walmart redesigns its 'Great Value' private label brand
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New accuser says Eric Swalwell sexually assaulted her

A woman has accused Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexually assaulting her, saying at a news conference that the congressman raped her in 2018 at a Los Angeles-area hotel. A lawyer for Swalwell responded in a statement that “Swalwell categorically and unequivocally denies each and every allegation of sexual misconduct and assault that has been leveled against him.”

New accuser says Eric Swalwell sexually assaulted her
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11-year-old golfer takes shot at Augusta stage

11-year-old golfer takes shot at Augusta stage

11-year-old golfer takes shot at Augusta stage
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Idaho's famous finger steaks origin story has a new player who claims to own the real recipe

Idaho's famous finger steaks origin story has a new player who claims to own the real recipe

Idaho's famous finger steaks origin story has a new player who claims to own the real recipe
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Long Island architect pleads guilty to 'Gilgo Beach' serial killings

A Long Island architect admitted in court on Wednesday to killing eight women in attacks dating to the 1990s, ending a notorious serial killer case that

Long Island architect pleads guilty to 'Gilgo Beach' serial killings
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'Ketamine Queen' sentenced to 15 years in death of 'Friends' star Matthew Perry

A drug dealer dubbed the "Ketamine Queen" was sentenced on Wednesday to 15 years in prison in connection with "Friends" star Matthew

'Ketamine Queen' sentenced to 15 years in death of 'Friends' star Matthew Perry
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American YouTuber sentenced to 6 months in South Korean prison for offensive stunts

An American YouTuber who sparked outrage in South Korea for provocative stunts, including dancing on a statue honoring victims of wartime sexual slavery, was sentenced to six months in prison Wednesday

American YouTuber sentenced to 6 months in South Korean prison for offensive stunts
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Disney plans to cut 1,000 jobs, WSJ reports

Walt Disney is planning to cut as many as 1,000 positions in the coming weeks, many of which will be made in the company's marketing department, the Wall Street Journal reported on

Disney plans to cut 1,000 jobs, WSJ reports
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Woman's handmade tribute honors 58 fallen Vietnam sailors

Woman's handmade tribute honors 58 fallen Vietnam sailors

Woman's handmade tribute honors 58 fallen Vietnam sailors
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BBC will cut up to 2,000 jobs to reduce costs by about 10%

The BBC plans to cut up to 2,000 jobs to save 10% of its annual budget

BBC will cut up to 2,000 jobs to reduce costs by about 10%
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‘Textbook blasphemy’: Notre Dame students surprised and dismayed by Trump’s feud with Pope Leo

‘Textbook blasphemy’: Notre Dame students surprised and dismayed by Trump’s feud with Pope Leo

‘Textbook blasphemy’: Notre Dame students surprised and dismayed by Trump’s feud with Pope Leo
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Woman who built B-29 bombers during World War II celebrates her 101st birthday with her family

Woman who built B-29 bombers during World War II celebrates her 101st birthday with her family

Woman who built B-29 bombers during World War II celebrates her 101st birthday with her family
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A reimagined 'Cats' on Broadway features a special cat — an actor from the original 1980s musical

Ken Ard makes a triumphant return to Broadway in “Cats: The Jellicle Ball.”

A reimagined 'Cats' on Broadway features a special cat — an actor from the original 1980s musical
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WrestleMania is back in Las Vegas after a big showing last year

As WWE gears up for WrestleMania this weekend, the biggest annual event for the professional wrestling organization, data shows that its appearance in Las Vegas last year had an economic impact worth hundreds of millions of dollars

WrestleMania is back in Las Vegas after a big showing last year
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LaMelo Ball punches team mascot Hugo twice after Hornets knock Heat out of play-in tournament

LaMelo Ball was so excited after delivering a knockout blow to the Miami Heat in the play-in tournament that he carried it over to his victory celebration, delivering two jabs to the oversized head of Charlotte Hornets mascot Hugo

LaMelo Ball punches team mascot Hugo twice after Hornets knock Heat out of play-in tournament
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Paramount seals debt commitments backing Warner Bros deal

Paramount Skydance has syndicated its bridge loan facility and secured permanent financing from a group of banks for its planned $111 billion acquisition

Paramount seals debt commitments backing Warner Bros deal
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Appeals court appears torn over Sean 'Diddy' Combs' bid to overturn sentence

A U.S. appeals court appeared divided on Thursday about a bid by Sean "Diddy" Combs to overturn the hip-hop mogul's prison sentence over prostitution charges

Appeals court appears torn over Sean 'Diddy' Combs' bid to overturn sentence
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Melania Trump's full remarks on Jeffrey Epstein

First lady Melania Trump, in a rare White House address to the nation on Thursday, denied any relation to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the subject

Melania Trump's full remarks on Jeffrey Epstein
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StubHub to pay $10 million to settle FTC ticket price case

StubHub Holdings on Thursday agreed to pay $10 million to settle U.S.

StubHub to pay $10 million to settle FTC ticket price case
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Madonna announces new album, a sequel two decades later, 'Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II'

As Madonna sang in her 2005 hit, “Hung Up,” time goes by so slowly

Madonna announces new album, a sequel two decades later, 'Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II'
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Ready to rumble? Hunter Biden challenges Trump's sons to cage match

Americans could see a first-of-its-kind fight as

Ready to rumble? Hunter Biden challenges Trump's sons to cage match
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Runaway wolf in South Korea inspires meme coin and presidential concern

A wolf that escaped from its enclosure in a South Korean zoo has spent three days on the loose, captivating the public, spawning a cryptocurrency meme coin and even

Runaway wolf in South Korea inspires meme coin and presidential concern