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Kyle Busch’s final hours have come into focus after PEOPLE obtained audio from a 911 call made on May 20. The NASCAR star was reportedly coughing up blood and struggling to breathe at a training facility in North Carolina. Busch later died at age 41 on May 21. Days earlier, he had openly spoken about ongoing respiratory problems after recent races.

Ethiopian marathon runner Yebrgual Melese has died aged 36 after suffering a sudden medical emergency while training in Addis Ababa. Melese was preparing for the Ottawa Marathon later this month. She won major races in Houston, Prague, and Shanghai and finished second at the 2015 Boston Marathon. Her personal best of 2:19:33 came at the 2018 Dubai Marathon.

Several Formula One personalities, including Carlos Sainz Jr., Oliver Bearman, Nico Hulkenberg, Gabriel Bortoleto and former Christian Horner boss Christian Horner, along with F1 Academy Managing Director Susie Wolff, were among the spectators at Saturday’s Monaco E-Prix Round 9 race. Nyck De Vries of Mahindra Racing won the Monaco E-Prix part 1.

With the IPL 2026 league stage concluding, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Gujarat Titans, and Sunrisers Hyderabad have secured playoff berths. The race for the final spot intensifies as the knockout stages commence on May 26 in Dharamsala, culminating in the final on May 31 in Ahmedabad.

Formula 1’s 2026 regulation overhaul continues dividing the sport, with drivers, fans and teams debating whether increased hybrid reliance is improving or damaging racing. While critics including Max Verstappen fear the changes move F1 away from its traditional identity, Nico Hülkenberg has defended the direction, arguing the sport must evolve technologically even if some fans dislike the transformation.

Bubba Wallace and Christopher Bell grabbed attention after a tense pit road exchange following NASCAR’s Watkins Glen race. While fans speculated about an argument, Wallace’s spotter Freddie Kraft denied any anger between the drivers. Meanwhile, Shane van Gisbergen dominated the race, earning his seventh Cup Series victory after another strong performance at Watkins Glen International.

The IPL 2026 playoff race intensifies with four teams vying for the final spot. Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a win but missed a top-two finish. Rajasthan Royals are frontrunners, needing a win against Mumbai Indians. Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Delhi Capitals face uphill battles, requiring specific results and strong Net Run Rates to qualify.

Valtteri Bottas revealed that his rental car and Formula 1 paddock pass were stolen during the Miami Grand Prix weekend, triggering a major security response and confusion over reported FBI involvement. The Cadillac driver described waking up to find the vehicle missing from his Airbnb driveway before Formula One Management immediately deactivated his credentials as local police launched an investigation.

Kolkata Knight Riders face an almost certain playoff exit against Mumbai Indians, who are already out of contention. Despite a strong recent run, KKR needs a win to keep faint hopes alive, while MI, with key players returning, aims to play spoilers. Both teams have a history of dominance in the tournament.

Delhi Capitals' head coach Hemang Badani expressed frustration over their dismal home record in IPL 2026, attributing it to inconsistent and unpredictable pitch conditions at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Despite a win against Rajasthan Royals, the team's struggles at home, with five losses and two wins, highlight a significant challenge in their playoff pursuit.

Microsoft's consumer chief marketing officer Yusuf Mehdi is leaving the company after 35 years, according to an internal memo first reported by Business Insider. The veteran executive, who launched everything from Windows 95 to Copilot Plus PCs, will work through the next fiscal year ending June 2027 to reimagine Windows for the "agentic era" before stepping away. His exit deepens the leadership churn under CEO Satya Nadella's ongoing AI reboot at Microsoft.

Sunrisers Hyderabad's explosive batting secured a 55-run victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Despite the loss, RCB clinched the top spot in the league table, powered by stellar performances from Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Heinrich Klaasen. RCB's chase, though falling short of the target, successfully achieved their crucial goal of crossing 166 runs to secure a top-two playoff finish.

After just five days in theaters, Suriya and Trisha's gripping film 'Karuppu' is on the cusp of hitting the ₹100 crore mark in India, having earned ₹12.75 crore on Tuesday alone. Dominating the box office in Tamil Nadu, the film’s overseas success has contributed to a stellar global total of ₹161.04 crore.

The World Health Organization declared an international health emergency over a rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, with dozens dead. Cases and deaths are rising, particularly in Congo's Ituri province, where community spread and violence complicate containment efforts. This marks Congo's 17th Ebola outbreak.

Cristiano Ronaldo has once again become the world’s highest-paid athlete. The latest Forbes rankings placed the Portuguese football icon at the top after he earned an estimated $300 million over the last year. His huge salary at Al-Nassr has helped him stay ahead of every other athlete in global sport. This is now the fourth straight year Ronaldo has led the Forbes list and the sixth time overall in his career.

Lewis Hamilton is facing growing questions over his Formula 1 future after a difficult first season with Scuderia Ferrari. Former champion Jenson Button warned that Ferrari could eventually decide Hamilton’s future themselves if performances do not improve, while speculation continues building around retirement, internal pressure from Charles Leclerc and rising prospect Oliver Bearman.

Amidst the turmoil of Congo and Uganda, the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola is igniting widespread fear as it spreads at an alarming pace. The situation has escalated into a global health emergency, worsened by a lack of vaccines and fragile healthcare systems. Reports indicate hundreds infected and over 100 fatalities, raising alarm for potential widespread transmission.

Apple's incoming CEO John Ternus has received advice from investor Fran Tarkenton to lead in his own unique way, echoing Steve Jobs' counsel to Tim Cook. Ternus, a hardware veteran, is poised to steer Apple with a product-centric approach. He has already signaled a cautious, user-focused strategy for AI integration, prioritizing thoughtful implementation over rapid deployment.

The Kansas City Chiefs are facing renewed questions about their wide receiver depth after injuries and off-field issues involving Rashee Rice. NFL insider James Palmer has urged the team to consider signing veteran wideout Stefon Diggs. While Diggs is coming off a productive season despite injury concerns, financial limits and roster uncertainty make the decision complex. The idea has sparked fresh debate about Kansas City’s offensive direction.

US President Trump unexpectedly halted an executive order mandating government review of powerful AI models before public release. Citing concerns about hindering America's competitive edge against China and a lack of executive attendance, the decision offers a reprieve for tech giants like Google and Meta, allowing them to deploy new AI without prior approval.

Pressure stems from external demands, while stress arises from the mind's interpretation of those demands as overwhelming. Distinguishing between the two is crucial for professionals to avoid burnout. Developing self-awareness and employing strategies like "name it to tame it" and the RESET framework are key to managing pressure effectively and preventing it from escalating into debilitating stress.