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Napoleon Solo Wins Preakness at Laurel Park

Napoleon Solo Wins Preakness at Laurel Park

Napoleon Solo rebounded from two fifth-place finishes to capture the 151st Preakness Stakes on Saturday at Laurel Park, holding off Iron Honor by 1 1/4 lengths in front of a limited crowd of 4,800 spectators.

5/17/2026
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NPR Team Reveals Secrets to Compelling Interviews

NPR Team Reveals Secrets to Compelling Interviews

The production team behind NPR's Wild Card podcast shares insights into their interview preparation process, explaining how meticulous groundwork enables them to capture profound and unexpected human moments during conversations.

5/16/2026
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U.S. Brig Niagara Returns After $5 Million Overhaul

U.S. Brig Niagara Returns After $5 Million Overhaul

A replica of the historic USS Niagara, the two-masted warship that helped secure the Great Lakes during the War of 1812, has returned to the water following an extensive and costly restoration project.

5/16/2026
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Bavarian Town Faces Economic Catastrophe from Troop Withdrawal

Bavarian Town Faces Economic Catastrophe from Troop Withdrawal

The small German town of Vilseck confronts the potential loss of 5,000 U.S. soldiers and their families — a withdrawal that would devastate the local economy and sever decades of cultural bonds between American military personnel and Bavarian residents.

5/16/2026
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Supreme Court Blocks Virginia's Democratic-Friendly Congressional Map

Supreme Court Blocks Virginia's Democratic-Friendly Congressional Map

The U.S. Supreme Court refused to intervene in Virginia's redistricting battle, leaving in place a state court ruling that voided voter-approved congressional maps favoring Democrats. The decision marks the latest development in a nationwide redistricting war with significant implications for congressional control.

5/15/2026
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Shakira and Burna Boy Unite for 2026 World Cup Anthem

The Colombian superstar returns to World Cup music for the fourth time, teaming up with Nigerian artist Burna Boy for 'Dai Dai,' the official song of the 2026 tournament. The track blends Afrobeats with Latin Pop and celebrates the global spirit of soccer's biggest event.

5/15/2026
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National Mall Prayer Event Features Predominantly Christian Speakers

National Mall Prayer Event Features Predominantly Christian Speakers

The Trump administration's Rededicate 250 celebration scheduled for Sunday on the National Mall will feature 18 Christian speakers and only one non-Christian religious leader, sparking debate about religious inclusivity and the separation of church and state.

5/15/2026
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Gen Z Defies Housing Market Odds, Buys Homes

Gen Z Defies Housing Market Odds, Buys Homes

Despite record-high home prices and a housing shortage, a growing number of Americans in their twenties are achieving homeownership through aggressive saving, career pivots, and financial savvy. Single women lead the charge, representing 35% of Gen Z buyers.

5/15/2026
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Jury Awards $49.5 Million in Boeing 737 MAX Crash Case

Jury Awards $49.5 Million in Boeing 737 MAX Crash Case

A federal jury in Chicago has awarded $49.5 million to the family of Samya Stumo, who died in the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 crash. The verdict resolves one of the final cases from two deadly Boeing 737 MAX crashes that killed 346 people.

5/14/2026
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Denise Powell Wins Democratic Primary for Congress

Political organizer Denise Powell has secured the Democratic nomination for Nebraska's second congressional district, defeating State Sen. John Cavanaugh in a closely contested primary race. The victory positions Democrats to compete for the seat currently held by retiring Republican Don Bacon.

5/14/2026
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