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Battery charges against WNBA star Arike Ogunbowale have been dropped nearly two months after her arrest following an alleged altercation at E11EVEN Miami during a championship celebration.

Anthony Edwards has officially been cleared to play in Game 3 against the Spurs despite dealing with a left knee bone bruise. The Timberwolves star entered the matchup listed as questionable, but Minnesota received positive news before tipoff as the series returned to Minneapolis tied 1-1. Edwards has struggled statistically so far in the series, though his presence remains critical for Minnesota’s offense.

France delivered a stunning 3-0 upset against defending champions India in the Thomas Cup semifinals, with Christo Popov, Alex Lanier, and Toma Junior Popov securing victories. India's hopes were further dashed by Lakshya Sen's withdrawal due to injury. Meanwhile, China will face South Korea in the Uber Cup final after their respective semifinal wins.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared the BJP's West Bengal victory a national security triumph, promising to identify and remove infiltrators. He criticized the TMC for political violence and criminalization, vowing a new era of fearless governance and dismantling the 'syndicate raj'.

In a remarkable display of political strength, the NDA clinched all assembly seats in Guwahati for the second time in a row, expanding its dominance to five after the latest delimitation. The election spotlight shone brightly on Dispur, where a former minister's party switch paid off handsomely, while Jalukbari witnessed Himanta Biswa Sarma celebrating his remarkable sixth term.

Four security personnel, including an inspector, tragically lost their lives in an accidental IED blast during a de-mining operation in Chhattisgarh's Kanker-Narayanpur border region. The blast occurred while the team was attempting to defuse a Maoist-planted explosive. This incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by forces in the insurgency-affected Bastar area.

The Lakers return to Los Angeles down 2-0 against the Thunder with Luka Doncic still sidelined because of a Grade 2 hamstring strain. Oklahoma City has dominated the series through depth, defense, rebounding, and transition offense, while Los Angeles continues struggling with turnovers and second-chance points allowed. Austin Reaves delivered a strong Game 2 offensively, but analysts like Jay Williams have raised concerns about the long-term defensive fit between Reaves and Doncic.

New sparring footage of Conor McGregor and former UFC contender Dong Hyun Kim has surfaced online ahead of McGregor’s expected return this summer. McGregor appeared to control much of the session at SBG Ireland, though fans debated his sharpness and pace. He is reportedly set to face Max Holloway at UFC 329 in July.

As vote counting looms for five key states, the 2026 assembly elections represent a critical juncture for national parties and regional strongholds. The BJP seeks geographic expansion, while the Congress fights for relevance. Regional forces face mounting pressure, making the outcome a test of India's political trajectory.

JJ Redick offered a rare dose of blunt honesty ahead of the Lakers’ playoff series against the Thunder, admitting his team struggled badly in their regular-season matchups. With Los Angeles already short-handed without Luka Doncic, the challenge grows steeper against a dominant Oklahoma City side led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Redick emphasized discipline, limiting scoring runs, and defensive focus as key areas.

India's political landscape has been dramatically reshaped by the 2026 Assembly election results, with significant shifts in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. Voters delivered a strong mandate for change, dismantling established power structures and ushering in new political forces across the nation.

Vijay’s rise will likely fundamentally change TN politics, by adding new demands to the old model of social justice. Under-45 voters want upward mobility & cleaner govts, and that will require retooling the system nurtured for decades

In what was round two between Mamata vs Suvendu, the trend began with Suvendu leading with thin margin before Mamata took over after round eigth by 15,000 votes. The margin continue to get thinner with passing hour before Suvendu, by around 16 suprassed Mamata by over very thin margin of 500 votes.

Brittany Mahomes’ standout Stagecoach outfit sparked widespread attention, drawing a notable reaction from Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham. The brief comment highlighted the growing overlap between sports and pop culture moments. At the same time, Cunningham made a strong on-court return after injury, delivering an efficient preseason performance that signals her readiness for the upcoming WNBA season.

West Bengal ushers in a new political era as Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as the state's first BJP Chief Minister. This historic win, following an overwhelming mandate, marks the saffron party's long-fought ideological battle. Adhikari's dramatic rise, from local councillor to defeating Mamata Banerjee, culminates in this significant power shift.

The Lakers are closing in on a first-round win, but Luka Doncic’s injury continues to cast a long shadow. A slow recovery from his hamstring strain means he could miss the entire second round, leaving the team leaning heavily on LeBron James and a potential Austin Reaves return. While Los Angeles has managed to stay afloat, their true ceiling remains tied to Doncic’s health, making every extra day of recovery crucial as the playoffs move forward.