
The AP reported on May 13 that a federal judge in California has given final approval to a $303 million class-action lawsuit against the NCAA, which will pay former volunteer coaches in sports other than baseball a minimum of $5,000 for unpaid work.

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Tottenham are having a nightmare season in the 2025-26 Premier League, with far too many key players facing major injuries, not to mention managerial chaos with multiple coaches, poor form, and, to top it off, they’re in a relegation scrap, currently wallowing in 17th place, fighting to avoid the drop for the first time in decades.

Crews are working to contain multiple grass fires across the Panhandles and in New Mexico.

A grandmother has spoken of her devastation at being diagnosed with a fatal industrial disease – having never knowingly worked in an environment where she could have contracted such a terminal condition.

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Google I/O 2026: Samsung Unveils Android XR Glasses with Gentle Monster Google and Samsung used the Google I/O 2026 keynote to unveil their new AI-powered smart glasses, launching a direct challenge to Meta’s dominance in the wearable market. Built on Google’s Android XR platform with hardware from Samsung and chips from Qualcomm, the display-free audio glasses are scheduled to launch in select markets this fall. Fashion Brands Shape Product Designs To prioritize style, the companies partnered with eyewear labels Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. Gentle Monster designed bold, rounded sunglasses that contrast with Meta’s rectangular look. Warby Parker created classic, traditional frames meant for everyday prescription use. The glasses serve as phone companions, pairing with both Android and iOS devices, so users do not have to pull out their smartphones. Gemini AI Runs Everyday Tasks The wearables rely on Google’s Gemini AI , activated by voice or by tapping the frame. Built-in cameras give the AI visual capabilities, allowing users to look at objects, signs, or restaurants for instant audio information. The glasses also capture photos and videos and support image editing through voice prompts. Real-time language translation reads menus and translates speech while matching the speaker's original tone. Background Automation Manages Routine Actions Google is positioning the glasses to handle multi-step tasks using its new Gemini Spark background framework. Users can ask the assistant to navigate routes, add calendar events, or check restaurant reviews. The AI can even compile food orders on third-party apps like DoorDash while the phone stays in a pocket. Complete hardware specifications, battery capacity, and retail pricing will be shared later this summer.

President Donald Trump seems to have thrown caution to the wind to pursue his own priorities, according to a new report. The 79-year-old president has endorsed loyalist candidates in GOP primaries that might face a stiffer challenge in November's general election and prioritized costly and unpopular projects as gas prices related to his Iran war further drive up cost of living concerns, and NOTUS reported that Republicans are growing concerned. "With less than 24 weeks until Election Day," NOTUS reported, "Trump seems almost maniacally focused on doing and saying things that could harm Republicans’ chances of keeping their House and Senate majorities in November." Trump endorsed scandal-plagued Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over Sen. John Cornyn in a primary race, directly contradicting Senate Majority Leader John Thune and other GOP leadership. The move came after Republicans spent $90 million supporting Cornyn, largely to secure Trump's endorsement, and Cornyn, who has raised more than $400 million for Republican candidates during his career, now faces a primary challenge that could divert resources to a costly Texas race when the party needs funds in battleground states like Georgia, Michigan, Maine and Ohio. Trump's endorsement of Paxton angered Senate Republicans, though few expressed frustration publicly, apparently fearing they could become targets themselves. Some Republicans questioned Vice President JD Vance's claim that Cornyn wasn't there for Trump "when it really counted," noting that Cornyn served as GOP whip during Trump's first administration. Trump has also continued promoting a $1 billion White House ballroom project, speaking publicly about the construction nearly every day. The initiative complicates efforts to secure congressional funding for Secret Service operations, as lawmakers increasingly link the two issues. With voters expressing concerns about inflation and healthcare costs, the ballroom's high profile has become a political liability for Republicans seeking reelection. Additionally, the administration created a $1.776 billion "weaponization" compensation fund to pay Americans who claim targeting by federal agencies under Democratic administrations. Thune issued a rare rebuke, questioning the fund's purpose, but acting Attorney General Todd Blanche insisted that "anybody" could qualify, including individuals like Hunter Biden, raising questions about the fund's actual scope and eligibility criteria. Trump has targeted other Republicans for defeat , including Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY), further straining relationships within the GOP caucus. The president has also pulled U.S. combat troops from Europe, promoted "Trump battleships" for the Navy, and allowed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to campaign against Republican opponents. Meanwhile, as gas prices skyrocket due to the Iran war, Trump characterized the price increases as a "very small price to pay" for the conflict. Republican senators remain publicly restrained in their criticism, apparently concerned about becoming Trump's next targets as the party works to maintain its narrow majorities in an increasingly contentious election year.

The Central Lee Community School District is moving closer to a potential conference change, with Superintendent Andy Crozier expected to recommend joining the Southeast Conference beginning in 2028. During a workshop Tuesday, the Pen City Current reports

President Donald Trump is coming to Connecticut on Wednesday for the 145th Commencement of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London.

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Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ: INTU ) will release earnings for its third quarter after the closing bell on Wednesday, May 20 . Analysts expect the Mountain View, California-based company to report quarterly earnings of $12.57 per share, up from $11.65 per share in the year-ago period. The consensus estimate for Intuit's quarterly revenue is $8.54 billion (it reported $7.75 billion last year), according to Benzinga Pro . On March 16, Intuit said it will significantly speed up its share‐repurchase program and revealed that its senior leadership team is canceling all pre‐scheduled stock‐sale plans. Intuit shares fell 0.9% to close at $399.71 on Tuesday. Benzinga readers can access the latest analyst ratings on the Analyst Stock Ratings page. Readers can sort by stock ticker, company name, analyst firm, rating change or other variables. Let's have a look at how Benzinga's ... Full story available on Benzinga.com

Discord's multi-year encryption project is done. Every call is now E2EE by default across consoles, mobile, and browsers. However, there’s a catch that you might want to know.
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Manchester United were in need of a change when Michael Carrick replaced Ruben Amorim as head coach, according to captain Bruno Fernandes.

Gov. Abigail Spanberger is expected to sign an executive order to help election workers deal with ICE at polling places, if they show up.
Ahead of the 2026 NFL season, Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. is actively recruiting JuJu Smith-Schuster back to the Steel City of Pittsburgh.

Gamco Investors INC. ET AL boosted its position in shares of Royal Gold, Inc. (NASDAQ:RGLD – Free Report) (TSE:RGL) by 44.1% during the 4th quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 26,730 shares of the basic materials company’s stock after purchasing an additional 8,185 shares [...]

CloudAlpha Capital Management Limited Hong Kong acquired a new position in shares of Oklo Inc. (NYSE:OKLO – Free Report) during the 4th quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The firm acquired 164,299 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $11,790,000. Oklo comprises about 0.6% of CloudAlpha Capital Management [...]

CloudAlpha Capital Management Limited Hong Kong acquired a new position in shares of IonQ, Inc. (NYSE:IONQ – Free Report) in the 4th quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor acquired 54,102 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,428,000. A number of other hedge [...]
NCAA softball tournament super regional predictions: Which teams will advance to the Women's College World Series? USA TODAY Network experts pick winners.

A new age of cinematic political cartoons is here.
Washington Commanders rookie linebacker Sonny Styles was recently projected to lead all 2026 rookies in tackles.

"It’s been a really fun season of healing," the singer said.
Indiana's 2027 high school football recruiting class is one of the best in a decade. See the top 10 players.

Everyone’s talking about Salome right now, and Leslie Baird has some answers about why. | Lit Hub Politics How the critical approaches outlined in George Saunders’s A Swim in a Pond in the Rain can apply to audio narratives, too. |

Twilight Princess is one of the most beloved games in Legend of Zelda history, and you can finally play it on your Nintendo Switch.

The U.S. Department of Justice awarded Donald Trump a taxpayer-financed $1.8 billion fund and "The Daily Show" has thoughts.
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Iran's Revolutionary Guard says any new U.S. or Israeli attacks will be met with retaliation "in places you cannot even imagine."

Four teenage boys were arrested over the killing of a woman at her home. The police say they might have been directed by a new type of transient criminal network known as tokuryu.
Polish authorities have arrested three suspected agents accused of working for Russian intelligence, Poland’s intelligence coordinator Tomasz Siemoniak said ...

Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have hailed their strategic ties and energy trade during a meeting in Beijing. They oversaw the signing of over 40 cooperation agreements in trade, technology, and media on Wednesday. Xi described...