Gavin Newsom gambles on former president Joe Biden ahead of 2028 White House race

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is making a high-risk political bet as the race for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination slowly begins to take shape. The termed-out governor, who has openly contemplated a 2028 White House bid, is standing by former President Joe Biden despite growing efforts by some Democrats to move beyond the Biden era. While several potential White House contenders have criticized Biden’s record or questioned his decision to seek re-election in 2024, Newsom has charted a different course — repeatedly praising his accomplishments, defending his character and maintaining close ties with his family. The strategy could pay dividends…

Will Ozempic get banned from the Olympics and World Cup?

They’re sweeping the country — and raising questions in the locker room. At least one in eight American adults say they’ve used a GLP-1 drug such as Ozempic or Wegovy to lose weight or manage a chronic health condition, a stunning rise in just a few years. And while top…

James Webb telescope detects ‘galaxy-killing wind’ near the dawn of time

When galaxies collide, it’s less like a train wreck and more like a marriage: Two separate entities merge into a single massive celestial structure. But relationships are hard, whether you’re a human or a galaxy — and ,this process may also “kill” the merging galaxies by unleashing star-quenching winds.This mechanism…

Victor Wembanyama, Spurs overpower Thunder in Game 4 rout to even series

SAN ANTONIO — Victor Wembanyama had 33 points, eight rebounds, five assists and three blocks and the San Antonio Spurs held Oklahoma City to its second-lowest postseason total, beating the Thunder 103-82 in Game 4 on Sunday night to tie the Western Conference finals. De’Aaron Fox had 12 points, 10…

Chipotle rival Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen closes all US restaurants

Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, an Australian-born Chipotle rival that once planned to open hundreds of US locations, has abruptly closed all of its American restaurants after six years in the Chicago area. “All GYG USA restaurants permanently closed,” a message on the company’s US website says. “Effective from May 22nd, GYG…

Uber weighing higher bid for Germany’s Delivery Hero: report

Uber’s board met on Saturday to discuss raising its offer for Delivery Hero after a major shareholder rebuffed Uber’s bid that would value the German food delivery group at more than 11.5 billion euros ($13.39 billion), the Financial Times reported on Sunday. The board held a meeting in which it discussed the status of its takeover…

Lakers’ Luka Doncic named to All-NBA team, receiving first-team honors

Luka Doncic was once again formally recognized as one of the NBA’s best players. The Lakers superstar guard was named to a 2025-26 All-NBA team on Sunday, receiving first-team honors. The recognition marked the sixth time in Doncic’s eight-year career that he was named to an All-NBA team. He was…

Cruise cabin door decorations spark fierce reaction after Royal Caribbean issues new crackdown at sea

A long-standing cruise ship tradition has become the center of intense debate following stricter enforcement issued to passengers. For years, vacationers have used personalized signs, festive banners and colorful magnets to distinguish their rooms and celebrate milestones. Recent safety guidelines and stricter rules, however, are dividing the cruise-goer community. The latest debate…

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