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May 14, 2026

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Hard rock giants Breaking Benjamin release new single ‘Something Wicked’

Author Benedetta Baldin – 13.5.2026 Hard rock giants Breaking Benjamin are back with a brooding and haunting new single, ‘Something Wicked‘, signalling the latest chapter for the band and the tease of a forthcoming full-length album. Marked by their signature blend of atmospheric tension, thunderous instrumentation, and raw emotional weight, the track finds the band pushing deeper into their darker sonic territory while staying rooted in the sound that has defined them for years. ‘Something Wicked’ builds from a simmering, introspective opening into a powerful, anthemic crescendo, showcasing frontman Benjamin Burnley’s unmistakable vocals as they shift between vulnerable restraint and explosive intensity. Speaking

May 13, 2026

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US president says he will discuss arms sales to Taiwan – breaking decades of US policy

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping are likely to discuss many issues as they meet this week in Beijing. But alongside trade, technology and the war in Iran, one topic of conversation will stand out – the future of Taiwan. Taiwan has long been a sensitive issue in Sino-American relations. Beijing regards the island as a breakaway province which must be reunited with the mainland. The United States has long opposed such a step. Yet in recent months, Trump has fuelled speculation that he may be ready to change key aspects of US policy on the issue, potentially granting Beijing long-sought

May 13, 2026

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Breaking Down UNC’s Henri Veesaar’s NBA Draft Ceiling

The NBA Draft season is in full swing, and 2026 brings in one of the most loaded draft classes we’ve seen in recent memory.  While everyone, including most Tar Heel fans, has been focused on Caleb Wilson and where he will land in the draft, center Henri Veesaar hasn’t gotten the recognition he deserves quite yet. Where Is the Consensus? UNC basketball’s Henri Veesaar | Rodd Baxley/The Fayetteville Observer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Contrary to Wilson, Veesaar has a greater range when it comes to his probable landing spot. With Wilson, he’s been mocked anywhere from number

May 13, 2026

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Iran war has cost the U.S. $25 billion so far, Pentagon official says

A top Pentagon official said Wednesday that the cost of the ongoing U.S. war with Iran is estimated to be $25 billion so far, as the conflict nears a 60-day mark. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The cost estimate came from acting Pentagon Comptroller Jules Hurst III, who testified at a House Armed Services Committee hearing alongside Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Dan Caine. “Approximately, of this day, we’re spending about $25 billion on Operation Epic Fury,” Hurst told the committee’s top Democrat, Rep. Adam

May 13, 2026

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Navy Secretary John Phelan fired from administration amid Iran war

Navy Secretary John Phelan will leave the Trump administration “effective immediately,” the Pentagon announced Wednesday, marking the latest departure of a top defense official this year. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “On behalf of the Secretary of War and Deputy Secretary of War, we are grateful to Secretary Phelan for his service to the Department and the United States Navy,” chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said in a statement posted on X. Parnell did not provide a reason for Phelan’s exit, but said that the new acting Navy secretary will

May 13, 2026

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US military stops 9 oil tankers attempting to break Iranian blockade

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The U.S. military said Wednesday it has stopped nine oil tankers from trying to break a blockade on Iranian ports. “During the first 48 hours of the U.S. blockade on ships entering and exiting Iranian ports, no vessels have made it past U.S. forces. Additionally, 9 vessels have complied with direction from U.S. forces to turn around and return toward an Iranian port or coastal area,” U.S. Central Command wrote on X. Fox News is told all nine vessels were oil tankers. None of the vessels ordered to turn around needed to

May 13, 2026

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Breaking Down Arizona State’s Strengths, Weaknesses & 1 Thing That May Upset Texas A&M

Facing the Arizona State Sun Devils in a week two non-conference matchup, the Texas A&M Aggies must prepare for a team of underdogs that won’t take the match-up lightly. Although Arizona State wasn’t much of a contender in 2025, ranking as a mid-tier Big 12 team, the Sun Devils seek to regain their former status as leaders of their conference. Head coach Mike Elko and Co. will be evaluating Arizona State’s strengths and weaknesses, and should not underestimate the power of a team desperate for an upset. Here are those strengths and weaknesses, along with one factor that could lead

May 13, 2026

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A record-breaking measles outbreak in the US has ended. It may have helped drive vaccination rates :: WRAL.com

(CNN) — The measles outbreak in South Carolina — the largest the United States has had in decades — has ended, state health officials announced Monday. There were nearly 1,000 confirmed cases over about six months, including at least 21 hospitalizations. No new cases associated with the outbreak have been reported in more than 42 days, the state health department said, marking two incubation periods – the time it would take to get sick after being exposed to the virus – without any transmission. The South Carolina outbreak started in October, contributing to a record-breaking year for measles cases in the US along with the large,

May 13, 2026

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WatchPro US Awards announces date and opens nominations

WatchPro is pleased to announce that nominations are now officially open for the 2026 WatchPro US Awards. Taking place at a prestigious venue in New York on 9 September, the WatchPro US Awards, in partnership with headline sponsor eBay, will once again bring together the American watch industry’s leading retailers, brands and executives for an evening celebrating excellence across the sector. The leading watch awards remain uniquely industry-led, with retailers voting for the brands they most admire, and brands voting for the retailers that have demonstrated exceptional partnership, performance and innovation over the past year. This year’s expanded programme places

May 12, 2026

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Breaking Down Louisiana Tech’s Strengths, Weaknesses, & 1 Thing That Could Upset LSU

The LA Tech Bulldogs will visit the LSU Tigers in Baton Rouge for a second early-season matchup on September 12, 2026. Last time, LSU walked away victorious. This time could look different for the Week 2 matchup. Strengths Bulldogs quarterback Trey Kukuk 2 throws a pass as the LSU Tigers take on the Louisiana Tech. Sept 6, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; at Tiger Stadium. | SCOTT CLAUSE / USATODAY Network / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images LA Tech’s biggest strength lies in its roster. And it all ties back to one thing: familiar faces. While LSU gained an