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The Cannes Film Festival buzzed with excitement as audiences eagerly awaited the premiere of "The Apprentice," a gripping drama delving into the rise of a young Donald Trump. Directed by the acclaimed Iranian-Danish filmmaker Ali Abbasi and written by Gabe Sherman, this movie promises a deep dive into the underbelly of 1980s America, chronicling Trump's ascent to power through a Faustian pact with the influential right-wing lawyer Roy Cohn.

In the bustling streets of Manhattan, the unexpected happened. You know that guy from all those movies? Yeah, Steve Buscemi? Well, turns out, he got decked in the face by some dude. Crazy, right?

You won't believe the love pouring in for the Minnesota Timberwolves today! Picture this: they just took down the reigning NBA champs in a nail-biter Game 7 showdown in Denver not once, not twice, but thrice! Talk about making a statement!

Man, it's going to be one heck of a showdown between Tarik Skubal and Cole Ragans, kicking off on Wednesday at Kauffman Stadium as the Detroit Tigers take on the Kansas City Royals. These two southpaws are bringing the heat, and the excitement is through the roof.

Unsurprisingly, two big men who could be rivals for a decade headline the 2024 All-Rookie Teams. San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama and Oklahoma City's Chet Holmgren were the top two vote-getters for Rookie of the Year. It's no shock that they are also the only two unanimous First Team choices on the NBA's All-Rookie Teams. Here’s the full list based on a vote by select media members:

Rafael Devers made history for the Red Sox on Monday night at Tropicana Field. He became the first player in franchise history to hit a home run in six consecutive games. This milestone homer came in the fourth inning when Devers launched a Taj Bradley fastball over the left-field wall.

The Milwaukee Brewers kick off a three-game series against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park on Monday night, continuing their nine-game, 10-day road trip. After dropping two out of three games in Houston over the weekend, the Brewers are looking to bounce back strong.

Exciting Roster Moves! Milwaukee made several roster changes before the game. The biggest highlight is the recall of right-hander Bradley Blalock from Class AA Biloxi. Blalock is set to make his major-league debut, becoming the 40th player to take the field for the Brewers this season. To make room for him, right-hander Thyago Vieira was designated for assignment. Additionally, outfielder Joey Wiemer was reinstated from the 10-day injured list, while outfielder Chris Roller was optioned to Class AAA Nashville.

Joe Ross Leaves Early Joe Ross started on the mound for Milwaukee but had to leave the game after just one inning due to a low-back strain. He threw only 15 pitches, navigating around a one-out walk and a single by inducing a double play to end the inning. Left-hander Jared Koenig took over from there.

Heads-Up Play by Yelich A standout moment came in the sixth inning with Christian Yelich's smart base running. After drawing a walk and stealing second, Yelich advanced to third on a throwing error by Marlins catcher Nick Fortes. With Joey Ortiz at the plate, Yelich seized an opportunity, racing home and scoring on a casual throw back to the pitcher, making it 2-0 with his second stolen base of the inning. What a veteran move by Yelich!

Brewers' First Baserunners Milwaukee struggled early on against Marlins' left-hander Ryan Weathers. Joey Ortiz became the Brewers' first baserunner when he was hit by a pitch in the fourth inning. In the fifth, Andruw Monasterio broke up a budding no-hitter with a home run to straightaway center field, just out of Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s reach. Owen Miller followed with a double off Chisholm’s glove but was left stranded.

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, along with several other officials, tragically lost their lives on Monday in a helicopter crash in the country's northwest, as reported by state media. The crash occurred amidst ongoing tensions in the Middle East, notably the Israel-Hamas conflict, where Raisi recently authorized a significant drone-and-missile strike on Israel. Following the crash, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei appointed Mohammad Mokhber, the first vice president, as the acting president until new elections are held.

Get ready for some blockbuster news! Will Smith, the man himself, is gearing up to lead the charge in "Sugar Bandits," a high-octane action flick that's got the whole world buzzing. But hold on to your hats because this isn't just any movie - it's one of the biggest-budget projects hitting the market this year, with deals so big they'll make your head spin.

At the Cannes Film Festival, Kevin Costner had a moment that got him all choked up. The crowd at the Grand Lumiere Theatre gave him a long, thunderous standing ovation during the world premiere of his latest project, "Horizon: An American Saga." Costner, who's not just acting but also producing and directing this Western epic, couldn't hold back his tears as the audience cheered and chanted his name.

Detroit Tigers rookie Wenceel Pérez has been turning heads with his impressive performance this season. The 24-year-old switch-hitter, signed out of the Dominican Republic in July 2016, has solidified his spot in the Tigers' lineup and shows no signs of slowing down. Pérez boasts a .301 batting average with four doubles, four triples, three home runs, 12 walks, and 24 strikeouts in just 29 games. His contributions have been crucial, particularly on defense, where he makes routine plays in both center and right field look easy.

New York Giants linebacker Brian Burns, fresh from an offseason trade with the Carolina Panthers, is buzzing with excitement about his new team. He’s been working out with Kayvon Thibodeaux and bonding with his new teammates, which has only strengthened his confidence in their potential.

When Raheem Morris stepped in as the new head coach of the Atlanta Falcons, he didn't beat around the bush about the team's glaring weakness: the quarterback position. Despite having a trio of dynamic playmakers, the offense struggled under second-year QB Desmond Ridder. Backup Taylor Heinicke didn't fare much better, leading to head coach Arthur Smith’s dismissal after a third consecutive 7-10 season.

Hey, did you catch the news about the attempted coup in the Democratic Republic of Congo? Crazy stuff went down in Kinshasa early Sunday morning. Gunfire, attacks on the presidency, and even a shell hit Brazzaville across the border!

Alright, buckle up because we're diving into a jaw-dropping story. Picture this: it's a colossal health crisis that shook the NHS to its core. We're talking about the infamous infected blood scandal, where over 30,000 folks got hit with HIV and hepatitis C between the '70s and '90s due to tainted blood products and transfusions. Heartbreakingly, around 3,000 souls have already passed away, with many of them being haemophiliacs who relied on those treatments.

Hey folks, guess what? Taylor Swift totally blew our minds during her recent Eras Tour stop at Friends Arena in Stockholm, Sweden. You wouldn't believe it—she debuted "How Did It End?" live for the very first time there! Can you imagine the excitement in the crowd?

Hey folks, check it out! Family Adventure just snagged the top spot at the box office in North America, pulling in a whopping $35 million! Can you believe it? That's some serious cash right there.

Man, that road trip for the Cincinnati Reds was one heck of a rollercoaster. They covered nearly 5,000 miles, stayed in hotels for ten nights across three different cities, and played a whopping 92 innings of baseball away from home. But you know what? Despite all that hustle, they only managed to bag three wins. Add a couple more guys nursing injuries to the mix, and you've got yourself a not-so-great situation for the last-place team.

By the time Kerry Carpenter was rounding third base, Diamondbacks catcher Tucker Barnhart knew a play at the plate was inevitable. Everything had to be flawless.

Brooks Koepka, the five-time major champion, showed up on Sunday without any chance of clinching his sixth major title. Despite shooting his best round of the tournament with a final-round 66, he was blunt about his performance.