When looking at the Cincinnati Bengals' 2024 schedule, most fans immediately think about the intense matchups with AFC North rivals or the Kansas City Chiefs. Naturally, you’d expect these games to feature prominently on any list of the NFL's top matchups for next season.

Xander Schauffele clinched his first major title in spectacular fashion at the 2024 PGA Championship on Sunday at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky. With a dramatic birdie putt from six feet, Schauffele edged out Bryson DeChambeau by a single stroke, finishing with a record-breaking total of 21-under.

President Joe Biden's top security adviser had an early Sunday meetup with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. They were hashing out what the kingdom called the "semi-final" version of a massive security pact between them. Sounds like big-league stuff, right?

Sabrina Carpenter made her electrifying debut on Saturday Night Live, kicking things off with a performance of her chart-topping single, "Espresso," which she dropped last month.

Outfielder Jacob Hurtubise made headlines when the Cincinnati Reds promoted him on May 13 to replace the injured TJ Friedl, marking him as the second graduate of the United States Military Academy to play Major League Baseball. This 26-year-old undrafted free agent from Zionsville, Indiana, clinched his first big-league hit against Dodgers' ace Walker Buehler in Los Angeles, one of three hits the Reds managed in a 4-0 loss.

Experience Can Come with Some Pain

The young Oklahoma City Thunder just got their first big dose of it. Dallas Mavericks players like Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have been there, enduring past painful losses that now fuel them in crucial moments.

A Classic Rivalry Rekindled

When the Pacers and Knicks advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinals, Tyrese Haliburton pointed out that it felt fitting for Indiana's return to the playoffs to feature a matchup with their longtime playoff rivals. This harkens back to the epic Reggie Miller-Patrick Ewing battles of the 1990s. Fittingly, the first Game 7 for this young Pacers squad comes against the New York Knicks.

Cannes kicked off with a bang as Jacques Audiard’s latest flick, the Spanish-language musical crime caper Emilia Pérez, made its world premiere to thunderous applause. Imagine this: the crowd went wild, clapping and cheering for over 11 minutes straight! Can you believe that?

Man, things are getting real intense over in New Caledonia. The mayor of Noumea, Sonia Lagarde, ain't sugarcoating it. She straight-up called it "under siege." And it ain't just talk. We're talking six lives lost in the chaos, with another one gone just recently. Crazy, right?

Reports emerged that Sergei Shoigu, after being removed from his long-held position as defense minister, encountered a snag gaining entry into a Chinese government building due to issues with his pass. This incident followed his surprising replacement by Andrei Belousov, an economist, leaving many puzzled given Shoigu's pivotal role in Putin's Ukraine invasion since 2012.

Taylor Swift sure knows how to keep the party going! This past Saturday marked her 89th Eras Tour show, and boy, did she bring the heat. Picture this: a triple mash-up straight from her fifth era album, "1989 (Taylor’s Version)," echoing through the venue. Talk about setting the stage on fire!

Zac Brown's recent statement addresses the lawsuit filed against his estranged wife, Kelly Yazdi. He emphasized the importance of privacy and protecting his family from online harassment and speculation. Brown's representative, obtained by Billboard, underlines his desire to maintain mutual respect and privacy as they move forward.

Check out Indianapolis Colts’ rookie defensive end Laiatu Latu, rubbing shoulders with 39 other fresh NFL faces at the annual NFL Players Association rookie premiere. Held from May 16 to 19, this event isn't just about showing off their skills on the field but also about building connections and getting insights from the league's business and marketing big shots.

Kevin Durant's future with the Phoenix Suns is far from certain. The Suns are in a tough spot, dealing with the second tax apron, limited trade assets, and no draft picks. While Devin Booker remains the franchise cornerstone and Bradley Beal has a no-trade clause, that leaves Durant as the major trade chip.

With the Knicks' season on the line in a high-stakes Game 7 Sunday afternoon, both Josh Hart and OG Anunoby are gearing up to give it their all, despite their injuries.

A legal battle is brewing in New York Supreme Court, where a lawsuit has been filed against Arizona Cardinals rookie wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. The suit, brought by Fanatics, a major player in the world of licensed sportswear, claims Harrison breached a contract signed in May 2023. ESPN first reported on the lawsuit, which lists "The Official Harrison Collection LLC" as a defendant.

The Cincinnati Bengals are facing several potential challenges in 2024. Let's break down the key issues:

Whoa, news just hit the wire about a tragic incident in Bamiyan, Afghanistan. Three Spanish tourists, just out exploring, got caught in a terrible situation with gunmen. Alongside them, an Afghan national lost their life too. It's heart-wrenching, isn't it? And the toll doesn't stop there – four other foreigners and three Afghans got injured in the chaos.

Dean McDermott isn’t letting any social media haters ruin his vibe, especially when it comes to his ex, Tori Spelling.