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Securing safety Vonn Bell in free agency was a no-brainer win for the Cincinnati Bengals. Bringing back a player who was already productive in their system and has plenty to offer is always a great move. But the real kicker? The Bengals are only paying $1.21 million of the $6 million Bell was guaranteed for 2024, with the Panthers picking up the rest.

Check out this exciting news: if the Conservative Party wins the upcoming national election on July 4th, all 18-year-olds in Britain will have to dive into a year of either military or civilian national service. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak dropped this bombshell to rev up his campaign after a shaky start.

Wow, what a wild ride! Imagine being on a flight from Doha to Dublin and suddenly hitting turbulence over Turkey. Twelve people ended up with a few bumps and bruises, but luckily nothing too serious.

Cannes awards, especially the Palme d’Or, hold massive sway in the film world, often influencing the Oscars. Winners like "Parasite," "Triangle of Sadness," and "Anatomy of a Fall" not only gained critical acclaim but also secured Oscar nods, proving the Cannes-Oscar connection. Neon, a specialty distributor, continued its winning streak by snagging two prize-winning films, "Anora" and "The Seed of the Sacred Fig," before the closing ceremony, setting them up for success in fall festivals and awards season.

So, picture this: Jesse Eisenberg, the dude from "The Social Network," yeah, he's got his eye on snagging Polish citizenship. Cool, right? In a chat with this Polish paper, "Głos Wielkopolski," he spilled the beans, saying he tossed in his application nine months back and now he's just twiddling his thumbs, waiting for that final stamp of approval.

This weekend, folks in North America showed some serious love for Furiosa, making it the top dog at the box office with a whopping $25.5 million in ticket sales. That's some serious cash! And hey, who wouldn't want to catch the adrenaline-pumping action of Furiosa?

The Rockies woke up fresh and ready to roll on Sunday, shaking off Saturday night's disappointment with a solid 5-2 win against the Phillies, sealing the three-game series with style.

Man, Sunday's game had all the makings of a historic showdown! Kyle Bradish was on fire, just six outs away from potentially throwing his first career no-hitter against the Chicago White Sox. But hey, sometimes things don't go as planned, and a high pitch count messed up his shot. Still, the Baltimore Orioles clinched a 4-1 win, sweeping the White Sox in a four-game series that was nothing short of intense.

Cleveland is in win-now mode, so it's a longshot they’d bring on a rookie head coach to replace J.B. Bickerstaff. They want someone with experience in that role. Former Brooklyn Nets coach and current Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson has emerged as an early favorite for the job, according to Jason Lloyd of The Athletic.

Diamondbacks' Offense Struggles: A Recap

It's hard to believe, but at one point this season, the Diamondbacks had an explosive offense. Back in late April, they were leading the league in runs scored by a significant margin. Fast forward to now, and things have taken a drastic turn. Over the past month, their offensive performance has plummeted, ranking 27th in runs scored, 25th in home runs, 25th in on-base percentage, and 23rd in slugging percentage.

PGA golfer Grayson Murray tragically died by suicide, his parents confirmed on Sunday. The news has left the golf community and his loved ones in deep sorrow and shock.

Victory for Czechia: Pastrnak Leads the Charge

Boston Bruins star forward David Pastrnak shined on Sunday as Czechia clinched a 2-0 victory over Switzerland to win the ice hockey world championship. The sold-out Prague Arena erupted in celebration when Pastrnak, just over a week after the Bruins' season ended, broke the deadlock with 10:47 remaining in the final period.

The scene in Papua New Guinea is one of heartbreak and resilience as communities reel from a devastating landslide. The death toll, once thought to be around 100, has now skyrocketed to over 670, with more than 150 homes buried under tons of earth and rubble. Despite the grim reality setting in, emergency responders refuse to lose hope, rallying together to provide support and aid to those affected.

Richard M. Sherman, one-half of the iconic duo behind timeless Disney tunes like "Mary Poppins" and "It's a Small World," passed away at the age of 95. The news was confirmed by the Walt Disney Company over the weekend.

2024 has been a rollercoaster ride for TV fans, with shows ending left and right. One recent casualty is the beloved Young Sheldon, which just wrapped up its seventh and final season on CBS. Rumors had been swirling about its end since Season 7, and when it was finally confirmed, fans were hit right in the feels. Naturally, the cast and crew had their own feelings about the farewell, including the show's lead, Iain Armitage, who's now spilling the beans on the most intriguing aspect of the cancellation.

Last year, the Arizona Cardinals made waves during the NFL draft with a series of bold trades. They initially moved back from the third overall pick to No. 12, then jumped back up to No. 6 to snag tackle Paris Johnson, while also racking up multiple draft picks along the way.

After finding a much-needed opening, the Dallas Stars made sure Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and the Edmonton Oilers couldn't do the same. The result? A thrilling 3-1 series-tying win Saturday in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals at the American Airlines Center.

As LeBron James and Stephen Curry have become the marquee faces of the NBA's unprecedented longevity movement, Al Horford, in his 17th season and just a week away from his 38th birthday, is quietly shining as his own ageless wonder for the Boston Celtics. The Celtics are just one win away from their second NBA Finals appearance in the last three years.

With the NFL calendar flipping to June, teams might shake things up as salary cap restrictions ease. This shift could lead to some unexpected trades, like the one recently suggested by Bleacher Report between the New York Giants and the Tennessee Titans.

U.S. President Biden is all set to deliver the commencement speech on Saturday at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York. This comes amid ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, making his address particularly timely.