Matthew Cheslock, left, and Anthony Confusione work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Wednesday, April 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig) LONDON, United Kingdom — Global stock markets rose on Friday as jobs data reassured investors on the US economy as did indications Beijing and Washington…
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2025 Kentucky Oaks post positions and morning line odds
The Fastest Two Minutes in Sports is perennially set on the first Saturday in May, but the day where Louisville locals really celebrate is the previous afternoon. “Oaks Day” at Churchill Downs is one of the biggest events in River City, with many locals enjoying a quality bourbon while wearing…
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Miss Universe Philippines 2025 bets share pre-coronation rituals
Find more Miss Universe Philippines 2025 here! Miss Universe Philippines 2025 candidates share pre-coronation rituals. Images: Instagram/@katllegado, @teresitassen, @ahtisa, @chelsfernandez_ With the Miss Universe Philippines 2025 coronation night just hours away, candidates have turned to social media to share glimpses of how they prepared mentally, physically, and spiritually for the…
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Las Vegas Aces cut standout forward amid training camp
The Las Vegas Aces have cut forward Jordyn Jenkins, a 6’0 forward who spent her career at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Jenkins marks the Aces’ first roster cut since the beginning of training camp. The Washington native averaged 19.2 points on 48.2% shooting in her three seasons…
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Tado Amit paddles around Cebu Island in 20 days
Tado Amit sets off on his journey around Cebu. | Screengrab from Mactan Adventure Crew’s video (Facebook) CEBU CITY, Philippines – Stand-up paddleboarding has long lingered in surfing’s shadow, yet its test of endurance, balance, and grit proves it worthy of equal recognition. For professional stand-up paddler, Ronald “Tado” Amit,…
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F1 Miami Grand Prix: Fernando Alonso talks Aston Martin’s present, and future, Thursday in Miami
MIAMI, Florida – The 2023 Formula 1 season began with a surprise team fighting at the front of the grid. Aston Martin. With veteran driver Fernando Alonso joining the team to drive alongside Lance Stroll, the team roared out of the gates. Both drivers finished in the points in the…
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China says ‘currently evaluating’ US offer of tariff talks
This combination image of two pictures created on April 4, 2025 shows US President Donald Trump in Miami, Florida, on April 3, 2025, and China’s President Xi Jinping in Beijing on March 5, 2025. — Photo by Agence France-Presse China on Friday said it was “currently evaluating” an offer from…
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Kimi Antonelli talks confidence and getting up to speed ahead of the Miami Grand Prix
MIAMI, Florida — Every rookie driver in Formula 1 has big shoes to fill, but some shoes are bigger than most. Like the shoes of a seven-time Drivers’ Champion and one of the sport’s living legends. But that is the situation that young Kimi Antonelli found himself in when Mercedes…
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Inflation in the Philippines slightly quickened in April, says poll
Inflation may have picked up in April, but still below the target range of monetary authorities. (PNA photo by Joan Bondoc) MANILA, Philippines — Inflation might have slightly quickened in April as lower oil and food prices were likely offset by higher electricity bills and train fares. An Inquirer poll…
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Carlos Sainz Jr. and Williams F1 are ‘moving in the right direction’
MIAMI, Florida — Williams has enjoyed a strong start to the 2025 Formula 1 season. A big reason for that, according to Alexander Albon, is just how narrow the gap is between himself and new teammate Carlos Sainz Jr. That narrow gap is due in part to Sainz’s ability to…