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Missouri Back Ahmad Hardy Shot, In Stable Condition

COLUMBIA, Mo. Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy was shot early Sunday morning at a concert in Mississippi and underwent surgery later that day, school officials said Monday. The university reported Hardy is in stable con…

Iran Kharg Island oil leak forms 20-mile slick

Satellite imagery has confirmed a large oil spill originating near Iran’s Kharg Island export terminal in the Persian Gulf, emerging between May 6 and May 8. Analysts estimate roughly 80,000 barrels of crude have formed …

Bills sign former Chiefs edge rusher Mike Danna one-year

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. The Buffalo Bills signed free agent linebacker Mike Danna to a one-year contract on Monday, adding a former Kansas City Chiefs edge rusher to their roster. Danna, a two-time Super Bowl winner, measured…

United States markets rally despite Iran port blockade

Washington, United States – Bitcoin climbed above $75,000 on Tuesday as U.S. equities also advanced, even as geopolitical tensions escalated following a U.S. military blockade targeting Iranian ports and parts of the Str…

U.S. firms report mixed first-quarter 2026 financial results

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — Lincoln Educational Services Corporation reported continued momentum in the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, with revenue rising 22.5% to $144.0 million, net income more than doubling to $4.4 millio…

Nebraska, West Virginia Primaries Feature Intriguing Intraparty Battles

Washington. Voters in Nebraska and West Virginia head to state primaries Tuesday, with Nebraska’s U.S. Senate contest featuring two Democratic hopefuls who have accused one another of being 'fake' candidates while Republ…

United States faces FEMA overhaul amid disaster risks

United States officials are weighing sweeping structural changes to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the central federal body responsible for coordinating disaster preparedness and response across the coun…

United States workplaces see accelerating AI job displacement

Artificial intelligence is displacing thousands of jobs across the United States as businesses integrate automated tools into everyday operations. Over roughly the past two years, AI systems have quietly taken over routi…

Corporate Developments: Conviction, Offering, Contract, Earnings Report

United States — On May 11, 2026, multiple corporate disclosures were published: Beneficient issued a statement following the conviction of its former Chairman and CEO, Brad Heppner, in the Southern District of New York; …

United States singer Dua Lipa sues Samsung

United States – Singer Dua Lipa has filed a federal lawsuit against Samsung Electronics, seeking $15 million in damages over what she alleges was the unauthorized commercial use of her image on the packaging of Samsung t…

United States-Iran war standoff deepens over Hormuz

Tensions between the United States and Iran intensified on Monday as a fragile ceasefire in their ongoing war showed signs of unraveling and fresh exchanges of fire were reported, according to the Associated Press. The s…

Investec Discloses Client Dealings Across Four UK Firms

United Kingdom. Investec Bank plc disclosed public dealings as an exempt principal trader under Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code, reporting client-serving transactions dated 8 May 2026 involving NCC Group plc, Gamma Communi…

Cold Fronts Sweep East, Bringing Brief Showers, Clearing

Greenville, S.C. — A series of quick-moving cold fronts moved across parts of the Eastern and Midwestern United States Monday, bringing scattered light showers and isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening. Met…

Trump and Xi Hold Two-Day Summit in Beijing

Beijing — U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for a two-day summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, holding bilateral meetings on Thursday and Friday this week. The White House announced the sch…

Trump-Xi Summit Elevates Taiwan Policy and Arms Questions

Washington. Senior U.S. officials told reporters on May 11 that there is no change in U.S. policy toward Taiwan as President Donald Trump prepared to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping; the public remarks accompanied repo…

Reitan clinches Truist Championship with steady closing round

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kristoffer Reitan won the Truist Championship on Sunday at Quail Hollow Club, shooting a final-round 2-under 69 to finish 15-under 269 and secure a two-shot victory over Rickie Fowler and Nicolai Hojgaa…

Storm Edge Sun 89-82 as Brown Drains Five

Uncasville, Conn. — The Seattle Storm defeated the Connecticut Sun 89-82 on Sunday as Lexie Brown made five three-pointers and scored 17 points, and Flau'jae Johnson contributed 16. Jade Melbourne added 15 points and six…

Netanyahu, Trump Reject Iran Terms as Tensions Rise

Washington — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told CBS’s 60 Minutes on Sunday, May 11, that Iran’s stockpile of enriched uranium must be removed and enrichment sites dismantled before the conflict can be conside…

Area teams claim regional titles and state qualifications

HIGH POINT — Saturday's regional track meets produced multiple state qualifiers and team placings across the Salisbury area, with South Rowan athletes placing among top finishers at the 4A Central Regional at the High Po…

Court Ruling Sparks Rapid Redistricting Across Southern States

Washington — The U.S. Supreme Court this month in Callais v. Louisiana ruled Louisiana's 2024 congressional map unconstitutional, prompting rapid redrawing of districts across several Southern states this week. The decis…

Aces Recover, Defeat Sparks 105-78 in Los Angeles

Los Angeles. On Sunday, the Las Vegas Aces defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 105-78 at Crypto.com Arena, with Chennedy Carter scoring 22 points and Jackie Young adding 20 and nine assists. Kelsey Plum led the Sparks with 2…

Snedeker edges Hubbard to win Myrtle Beach Classic

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. Brandt Snedeker won the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic on Sunday, closing with a 5-under 66 to finish at 18-under-par and claim the title by one stroke over Mark Hubbard. The final round at Dunes Golf …

Kerr Agrees Two-Year Deal To Remain Warriors Coach

San Francisco — Steve Kerr agreed in principle to a two-year contract to continue coaching the Golden State Warriors on Saturday, according to people familiar with the negotiations. Kerr still must sign the new deal, whi…

California launches diaper program amid criticism over ties

SACRAMENTO — California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday that the state will provide 400 free diapers to every newborn at about 65 to 75 participating hospitals through the 'Golden State Start' program, partnering with…

Director Leaves Door Open For Possible Third Franchise Film

Los Angeles. Director David Frankel told Variety on May 9 he would not definitively rule out a third The Devil Wears Prada film after the recent sequel reunited original stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and…

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