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Sports1d ago

Churchill Downs Acquires Preakness Stakes Rights for $85 Million

Churchill Downs Inc. will purchase the intellectual property rights to the Preakness Stakes for $85 million, consolidating the first two Triple Crown races under one company.

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Sports2d ago

Victor Wembanyama becomes first unanimous NBA Defensive Player of the Year winner

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama made NBA history by becoming the first player to unanimously win Defensive Player of the Year.

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World6d ago

Defense Secretary Hegseth Misses Ukraine Support Meeting as Military Robotics Expand

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth skipped a meeting of Ukraine-supporting nations while Ukraine increases battlefield robot deployment.

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FinanceApr 15

IMF Cuts UK Economic Growth Forecast to 0.8% for 2024

The International Monetary Fund reduced its UK growth projection to 0.8% this year, marking the largest downgrade among G7 nations.

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FinanceApr 9

Oil prices near $150 as Middle East conflict disrupts global energy markets

Physical oil prices reached record highs near $150 per barrel amid ongoing conflict involving Iran and concerns over Strait of Hormuz disruptions.

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Sports6d ago

Saudi Arabia's PIF Reportedly Considering Cutting Funding for LIV Golf Tour

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is reportedly preparing to reduce or end financial support for the $5 billion LIV Golf tour amid mounting financial pressures.

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Technology5d ago

EU Proposes Google Share Search Data with Third-Party Engines

European Union regulators propose requiring Google to provide third-party search engines access to its data under new competition measures.

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WorldApr 13

Hungary Prepares for Closely Watched Parliamentary Elections

Hungary's upcoming parliamentary elections are drawing international attention as Prime Minister Viktor Orban faces electoral challenges.

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WorldApr 15

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán Calls Party Congress Following Electoral Defeat

Viktor Orbán has broken his silence after an electoral defeat to convene a party congress, with implications for European far-right politics.

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Health2d ago

Health Concerns Raised Over Athletic Wear and AI Fitness Apps

Experts warn about potential health risks from toxic chemicals in athletic clothing and dangers of AI-generated workout plans.

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Technology1d ago

Legal Challenge Against Police Facial Recognition Technology Fails

A court case challenging police use of live facial identification technology was unsuccessful.

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Finance3d ago

US Energy Chief Predicts Gas Prices Above $3 Through Next Year

The US Energy Secretary indicated gasoline prices may remain above $3 per gallon until 2025, while separate aviation fuel issues affect airline operations.

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Politics5d ago

Dr. Erica Schwartz Emerges as Leading Candidate for CDC Director Position

White House officials indicate Dr. Erica Schwartz is the top candidate to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Entertainment4d ago

Judge rules civil case against Alec Baldwin over 'Rust' shooting can proceed to trial

A judge has ruled that a civil case against actor Alec Baldwin over the 2021 fatal shooting on the 'Rust' film set can move forward to trial.

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Technology1d ago

Report Warns of Push to Deregulate Gig Work in Healthcare Sector

A new report highlights efforts by tech platforms to expand gig work in healthcare through deregulation, amid concerns about worker protections.

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