Sara Blicavs had spinal fusion surgery and disc replacement. A year later, she's back playing for the Opals, even though the surgery carried a risk that she would not be able to walk again. Source: Victorian Institute of Sport

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/sport/blicavs-long-road-back-20250507-p5lxa4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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The champion basketballer was in so much pain from spinal fractures that she did not realise she was also playing with a broken leg.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/sport/basketball/blicavs-and-the-bionic-back-how-this-australian-star-came-back-from-a-spinal-fusion-20250507-p5lx6v.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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In March, an upper respiratory illness cost Kristaps Porzingis eight games. It sounds as if that problem hasn’t completely gone away for the ex-Knick.

https://nypost.com/2025/05/06/sports/kristaps-porzingis-likely-to-play-in-game-2-for-celtics/

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Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman homer again and Tony Gonsolin strikes out eight in five innings, but J.P. Feyereisen gives up an RBI single to Jesus Sanchez in the 10th in a 5-4 loss.

https://www.dailynews.com/2025/05/06/dodgers-fall-to-marlins-in-10-innings/

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“Carlisle is going to let him play. Haliburton. Step BACK. AND HITS. TYRESE HALIBURTON TRIED TO TAKE CLEVELAND’S HEART. AND IT IS OVER”. The announcer in Game 2 of the Pacers-Cavaliers series certainly matched the energy of the crowd, as Tyrese Haliburton brought a close game in his team’s favor. Despite a reported hurt wrist, […]The post Tyrese Haliburton to be punished After Game 2 Shocker against Cavaliers appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-playoffs-tyrese-haliburton-to-be-punished-after-game-two-shocker-against-cleveland-cavaliers/

Undisputed junior featherweight champion Naoya Inoue is the best fighter in the modern era of boxing.  A two-weight undisputed champion, Inoue dismantles every opponent with performances worthy of a highlight reel. Yet, on Sunday night, it was the grit and heart of his latest challenger, Ramon Cardenas, that left a lasting impression. After the disappointing […]The post “Never Ashamed”: High on Emotions, Ramon Cardenas Gets Real on Being a Lyft Driver After Naoya Inoue Loss appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/boxing-news-never-ashamed-high-on-emotions-ramon-cardenas-gets-real-on-being-a-lyft-driver-after-naoya-inoue-loss/

SM Prime plans to build 10 to 15 new shopping malls and as many as five integrated property projects including the 360-hectare reclamation project across Manila Bay.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/iansayson/2025/05/06/billionaire-sy-familys-sm-prime-earmarks-9-billion-for-five-year-property-expansion-plan/

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The rally comes in response to recent layoffs of federal workers and budget cuts across various government sectors under President Donald Trump’s administration.

https://www.denverpost.com/2025/05/06/coloradans-rally-federal-cuts-layoffs/

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The Yankees exploded for a 10-run seventh inning in which rocket after rocket turned a good game into an unexpected demolition in a 12-3 Yankees win in front of 38,090 in The Bronx on a foggy Tuesday.

https://nypost.com/2025/05/06/sports/yankees-explode-for-10-run-inning-in-rout-of-padres/

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Jim Harbaugh‘s offensive style is pretty straightforward — the new head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers focuses on the ground game, and he definitely needs a solid lineup of running backs to make it happen. But recent moves hint that the Chargers might be shifting gears with a more focused backfield strategy. In a […]The post NFL Rumors: Jim Harbaugh Gives Up on $5.25M Free Agent After Issuing Bold Promise for Justin Herbert appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-nfl-rumors-jim-harbaugh-gives-up-on-five-point-twenty-five-million-dollar-free-agent-najee-harris-after-issuing-bold-promise-for-justin-herbert/

Statybos inspekcijos vargai su neteisėtomis statybomis Nidoje nesibaigia. Garsus restoranų savininkas dėl statybų Kuršių nerijos nacionalinio parko pajūryje sulaukė nemalonumų ir neteisėtas statybas turi pašalinti. Tačiau inspekcija aiškina, kad tai iki šiol nepadaroma.

https://www.delfi.lt/news/daily/lithuania/garsus-verslininkas-iklimpo-del-nelegaliu-statybu-nidos-papludimyje-inspektorius-bande-ivelti-i-savo-zaidima-120105629

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Jupiter Energy (JPR:AU) has announced Change of Director's Interest Notice - Geoff GanderDownload the PDF here.

https://investingnews.com/change-of-director-s-interest-notice-geoff-gander-2671902204/

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Šef stručnog štaba Crvene zvezde Vladan Milojević izneo je očekivanja pred meč polufinala Kupa Srbije, gde će crveno-beli odigrati protiv kruševačkog Napretka u.

https://www.telegraf.rs/sport/fudbal/4103371-milojevic-zakopcan-o-zadrzavanju-elsnika-radonjicu-polufinalu-kupa-ne-znam-zasto-se-to-stalno-potencira

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Sideshows, the dangerous, impromptu car-spinning gatherings that were once the purview of East Bay communities alone, have been moving across the bridge in the last couple of years, especially on warm weekends.

https://sfist.com/2025/05/06/sideshows-have-made-it-all-the-way-out-to-the-sunset-and-residents-are-pissed/

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On the penultimate day of the Colorado legislative session, tense policy debates are still winding their way through the House and Senate. Our reporters are providing updates on the action in the Capitol.

https://www.greeleytribune.com/2025/05/06/colorado-transgender-rights-uber-lyft-union-labor-legislature/

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When it comes to 432 Park Ave., one of Manhattan’s most expensive addresses, the cracks aren’t just in the concrete — they’re in the trust, per a new suit.

https://nypost.com/2025/05/06/real-estate/condo-owners-at-432-park-ave-sue-its-developers-once-more/

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Džastin je tražila udeo u Ilonovim firmama – konkretno, u Tesli i SpejsIks.

https://biznis.telegraf.rs/info-biz/4103279-prva-zena-ilona-maska-nije-dobila-nista-nakon-razvoda-a-teska-je-15-miliona-dolara-evo-i-kako

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When Marc Nave, Jr., and Tyrell Green entered the transfer portal, reuniting wasn’t part of the plan.

https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2025/05/06/central-catholic-s-nave-and-green-reunite-at-purdue/stories/20250506102

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Process alone doesn’t drive change—people do. The most meticulously planned strategies will fail if employees aren’t engaged, equipped, and empowered.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbooksauthors/2025/05/06/why-change-management-fails-its-about-people-not-process/

#Forbes

NCC Deputy DG meets Telangana Governor, seeks State support for expansion

https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Hyderabad/ncc-deputy-dg-meets-telangana-governor-seeks-state-support-for-expansion/article69545179.ece

The cost of renting is soaring in parts of England and Wales.

https://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/lifestyle/homes-and-gardens/the-10-rental-property-hotspots-across-england-where-the-cost-of-renting-is-rising-fastest-5115456

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One thing about the Chiefs—they don’t get sentimental in the secondary. Since 2018, they’ve let go of nearly 20 defensive backs. Twenty! That’s a whole roster of guys gone while they still grabbed three rings. Back in 2019, they let go of Eric Berry, a five-time Pro Bowler and team leader, due to injury concerns […]The post Good & Bad News for Andy Reid’s Chiefs Roster as Patrick Mahomes’ Family Legacy Grows appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-good-bad-news-for-andy-reids-chiefs-roster-as-patrick-mahomes-family-legacy-grows/

Jeff Goldblum scores his first major U.K. chart hit as Still Blooming launches on five tallies, including a top 10 debut on the Official Albums chart.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/hughmcintyre/2025/05/06/jeff-goldblum-charts-a-surprisingly-popular-new-album/

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Why executive coaching is important: In the AI era, leaders face chaos and uncertainty—coaching helps leaders pivot with clarity, resilience, and strategic confidence.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelashley/2025/05/06/from-panic-to-power-what-leaders-must-learn-in-the-ai-age/

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YouTube has launched an experimental Premium plan that would let you and another person in your household share one discounted subscription. First reported by Moneycontrol, the online video platform is currently piloting the test option in India, Taiwan, Hong Kong and France. To be able to opt for the subscription tier, you and your companion have to be 13-years-old and above and have Google accounts that are part of one Google family group. The plan's pricing will, of course, cost you less than if you're paying for two Premium accounts. In India, the two-person plan costs Rs 219...

https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/youtube/youtube-is-testing-out-a-premium-plan-you-can-share-with-one-household-member-143038942.html?src=rss

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It has been claimed that that 49ers appointment won't have a previous connection with the club, ruling out a host of names

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/steven-gerrard-rangers-obliterated-next-35179376

Constitutional rights of undocumented immigrants include the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendment due process and equal protections rights. See what else they have.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/andyjsemotiuk/2025/05/06/constitutional-rights-of--undocumented-immigrants-do-they-have-any/

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For the people waiting on Scottie Scheffler, news flash—he has delivered and has proved Mickelson wrong. The 14-time PGA Tour champion added another title to his collection, his first of this season, after returning from wrist surgery, at his hometown event—the CJ Cup Byron Nelson. And he did it in his usual dominating fashion with […]The post Back on Track, Scottie Scheffler Makes Crucial PGA Championship Move After Masters Disappointment appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/golf-news-back-on-track-scottie-scheffler-makes-crucial-pga-championship-move-after-masters-disappointment-pga-tour/

Khaleda Zia’s party sees her return after treatment in UK as a step towards restoring democracy

https://www.independent.co.uk/asia/south-asia/bangladesh-khaleda-zia-returns-elections-b2745530.html

#Independent

Why do Americans have such deep distrust of their government? It’s a simple question with a complex answer, but here’s part of the reason: All too often, the government wrongfully inflicts profound harm on American citizens and then leaves them with no recourse. It violates the law and leaves its victims with no way to […]

https://www.mercurynews.com/2025/05/06/french-real-reasons-why-people-fear-their-government/

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Sunderland face Frank Lampard’s Coventry City in the Championship play-off semi finals

https://www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/football/sunderland-afc/sunderland-regis-le-bris-coventry-city-team-news-5114425

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Emergency services were called to Brookthorpe Avenue, Burnage, at around 3pm on Monday after receiving reports of a body found nearby

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/breaking-unidentified-woman-found-dead-35176171

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The authors of the study attribute this to their value being poorly understood and not considered in the policy-making process

https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/market-forces-have-led-to-change-and-degradation-of-forest-ecosystems-in-goa-study/article69540904.ece

“We do a lot of work back there that goes unnoticed,” remarked Naomi Girma while reacting to her second-place finish in the 2024 ESPN FC Top 50 Women’s Soccer Players ranking. Beyond being a subtle dig at her omission from the 2024 Ballon d’Or nominations, her words highlight the lack of recognition defenders receive—unsung poets […]The post Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird Reflect on Soccer Stars’ Unrecognized Efforts Compared to Basketball: “Never Gets Rewarded” appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-soccer-wnba-megan-rapinoe-and-sue-bird-reflect-on-soccer-stars-unrecognized-efforts-compared-to-basketball-never-gets-rewarded/

Government urges return of items excavated in 1898, calling their sale a violation of global heritage laws

https://www.independent.co.uk/asia/india/india-demands-halt-to-hong-kong-auction-of-sacred-buddha-relics-b2745417.html

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The Packers’ offseason moves continue. In the latest update, they have decided to move on from Jordan Love‘s former teammate from the United Football League. The move came from nowhere after the drafts. In the 2025 NFL draft, the Packers selected Matthew Golden and three other candidates on the offensive side of the team. Whereas […]The post Packers Confirm Stance on Jordan Love’s Ex-UFL Teammate as Jaire Alexander Predicted to Sign With 49ers appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-packers-confirm-stance-on-jordan-loves-ex-ufl-teammate-tulu-griffin-as-jaire-alexander-predicted-to-sign-with-49ers/

Sydney councils are trialling Artificial Intelligence technology to speed up the process and help fast track the delivery of more homes.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/councils-trial-ai-to-speed-up-planning-process-for-homeowners-20250505-p5lwt5.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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The U.S. Coast Guard intercepted a 15-foot boat carrying four men suspected of being undocumented migrants off the coast of San Diego on Friday.

https://fox5sandiego.com/news/local-news/coast-guard-stops-boat-with-suspected-migrants-off-san-diego-coast/

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What do you get when you pair the victors of the Battle of Florida and the Battle of Ottawa? Another battle. That’s exactly what’s playing out in Game 1 between the defending champions and the Maple Leafs as round 2 of the NHL playoffs heats up. And why wouldn’t it? It took Leafs forward William […]The post Sam Bennett’s ‘Bump’ to Toronto Maple Leafs Goalie Causes Major Worry as Florida Panthers Trail Behind appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-nhl-sam-bennetts-bump-to-toronto-maple-leafs-goalie-causes-major-worry-as-florida-panthers-trail-behind/

Given the huge task ahead for a Liberal leader, Ley is the only credible candidate to start rebuilding both the representation and policies of the party.The post If the answer’s Angus Taylor, it’s a dumb question. Liberals need a builder and unifier like Sussan Ley appeared first on Crikey.

https://www.crikey.com.au/2025/05/06/sussan-ley-should-lead-liberal-party/

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