Momentum, Mayhem and the New York Appetite: What a 2-0 Knicks Lead Really Means
The Knicks’ 2-0 edge over the Cavaliers arrived with a dramatic jolt and a surge of expectation. But in the playoffs, momentum is a mood, not a mandate.
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Trump urges South Carolina voters to reject GOP candidate for attorney general
Former President Donald Trump criticized David Pascoe, a Democrat-turned-Republican, calling him a ‘total fraud’ ahead of the state’s GOP primary for attorney general.
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Jim Acosta questions DOJ’s anti-weaponization fund for compensation
Former CNN correspondent Jim Acosta questioned whether he should receive compensation from the DOJ’s anti-weaponization fund, citing past conflicts with the government.
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Bolton urges Trump to end Iran ceasefire
Former White House national security adviser John Bolton called on President Donald Trump to end the U.S. ceasefire with Iran, criticizing negotiations with Tehran.
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Texas Tech donor challenges Sarkisian after Texas coach questions Red Raiders’ schedule
A Texas Tech booster on X challenged Texas coach Steve Sarkisian after Sarkisian suggested an in-state team with an easier schedule could reach the College Football Playoff, according to a report.
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Newsletter rounds up developments in Murdaugh retrial, Mangione case, Robinson fight and other true-crime stories
A Fox News True Crime newsletter summarized new filings and rulings in the Alex Murdaugh saga, an evidence dispute in the Luigi Mangione case, a bid by a defendant to seal material in the Tyler Robinson matter and a string of other cold-case and criminal developments.
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Knicks beat Cavaliers 109-93 to take 2-0 Eastern Conference Finals lead
The New York Knicks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 109-93 in Game 2 on Thursday, taking a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals, according to Fox News Digital.
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Kyle Busch, 41, dies after hospitalization, family and NASCAR say
Kyle Busch, 41, who held the record for most wins across NASCAR’s three national series, died after being hospitalized, a joint statement from the Busch family, Richard Childress Racing and NASCAR said.
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Georgia beats Mississippi State 5-3 to end SEC Tournament run
Mississippi State’s season-ending loss to Georgia in the SEC Tournament follows a win over Missouri. Georgia advances as the tournament’s top seed.
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Mississippi State Eliminated by Georgia, Awaits Host Decision
Mississippi State was knocked out of the SEC Tournament by Georgia and now awaits word on whether it will host an NCAA regional, analysts Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone said.
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Mississippi unveils statewide AI education framework to prepare students and workforce
Mississippi has released a comprehensive AI educational framework aimed at guiding students and workers in understanding and applying artificial intelligence, making the state a leader in AI readiness.
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Mississippi adds $5 million in TANF funds to expand child-care aid
The Mississippi Department of Human Services said Wednesday it will add $5 million in Temporary Assistance for Needy Families funds to expand child-care vouchers for low-income families.
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EPA eases refrigerant regulations to address rising grocery costs
The Trump administration rolled back federal rules on greenhouse gases used in cooling systems, citing potential savings for consumers. The move reverses the Biden-era regulations aimed at reducing harmful pollutants.
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Mississippi seeks federal disaster aid after May tornadoes
Mississippi officials are requesting a federal disaster declaration after tornadoes and severe weather caused extensive damage in May, including injuries and destroyed homes.
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Judge approves petition to remove Porterville Water board members in Kemper County
A Kemper County judge has authorized a petition to oust three members of the Porterville Water Association amid ongoing service issues, after nearly 100 residents signed on.
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Mississippi improves SNAP error rate but faces $80 million federal penalty
Mississippi has reduced its SNAP payment error rate but still faces an $80 million federal penalty, with potential increases depending on future error rates, according to state officials and experts.
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Dreary, rainy pattern likely through holiday weekend, forecasters say
Meteorologists say the dreary, rainy pattern is expected to persist into the holiday weekend; outdoor plans may need indoor backups.
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Mississippi Department of Human Services invests $5 million in child care
The Mississippi Department of Human Services announced a $5 million investment to expand child care for low-income families, the agency said. Executive Director Bob Anderson discussed the move in an exclusive interview with WLBT.
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Mississippi DOT Urges Use of Free Traffic App Ahead of Memorial Day
The Mississippi Department of Transportation is urging motorists to check its free MDOT Traffic app or MDOTtraffic.com for live road conditions and traffic slowdowns before traveling for the Memorial Day weekend.
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Burnside Music Fest lineup set for June 6 in Ripley
Organizers announced the lineup for the Burnside Music Fest, set for Saturday, June 6, in historic downtown Ripley, Mississippi. Activities begin at noon and live music starts at 2 p.m., organizers said.
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