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Santa Anita consensus picks for Friday, May 29, 2026
The consensus box of Santa Anita horse racing picks comes from handicappers Bob Mieszerski, Eddie Wilson, Kevin Modesti and Mark Ratzky. Here are the picks for thoroughbred races on Friday,…
The vibes in Canada feel much different than the US as the World Cup arrives
While the mood around the World Cup in the US is complicated by the Iran war and travel bans, Canada sees the tournament as an opportunity.
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Lionel Messi is in Argentina’s World Cup squad as coach Scaloni calms injury fears
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni confirmed most of the reigning world champions, including Lionel Messi, will be part of the World Cup squad.
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Preview: Saturday’s CIF-SS baseball finals for Laguna Beach, Rancho Alamitos
Laguna Beach and Rancho Alamitos play in CIF Southern Section baseball championship games Saturday.
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What to know about Manhattanhenge, NYC’s sunset spectacle
New York City is treated to a phenomenon twice a year known as Manhattanhenge, when the setting sun aligns with the Manhattan street grid.
3 astronauts from China return to Earth after nearly 7 months in space, a record for a Chinese crew
Three Chinese astronauts have returned to Earth after spending seven months in space. They set a record for the longest on-orbit stay by a Chinese crew.
Despite scrutiny, special education money flows to for-profit residential treatment centers
Many for-profit residential facilities in the so-called troubled teen industry nationwide that claim to treat severe mental and behavioral health issues in children and teens are deftly tapping into taxpayer…
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Inside a taxpayer-funded treatment center for adoptees, tales of abuse, neglect and little oversight
Calo Programs, a residential treatment center in Missouri, says it can help struggling adopted children, but many leave traumatized.
Israeli troops push deeper into Lebanon as the two sides start military talks at the Pentagon
Israeli troops have entered a southern Lebanese village, pushing deeper into the country amid ongoing conflict.
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Clothing rental services promise a sustainable alternative to fast fashion. Experts say it depends
Clothing rental services are often marketed as a more sustainable alternative to fast fashion. But environmental impacts vary.