NCAA Expands March Madness to 76 Teams Per Tournament
The NCAA will expand both March Madness tournaments by eight teams each starting next season, adding early-round games in the first week while maintaining the overall tournament structure.
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Letterman Returns to Late Show as Colbert Prepares Final Episode
David Letterman is returning to CBS's Late Show as Stephen Colbert prepares for his final episode, marking a significant transition in late-night television history.
Spanish electricity prices plunge Friday with near-zero rates during peak hours
Spain's electricity prices are expected to fall significantly on Friday, May 8th, with several hourly slots approaching near-zero euros per MWh, offering consumers optimal times to use appliances.
Dog-sized dinosaur discovered living among giants 166 million years ago
Researchers have identified a dog-sized dinosaur species that coexisted with much larger dinosaurs 166 million years ago during the Jurassic period, expanding understanding of dinosaur diversity.
Neo-Nazi leader charged with inciting hatred over parliament rally
Neo-Nazi Joel Davis charged with inciting hatred after leading a 60-person National Socialist Network protest outside NSW parliament with antisemitic banners and Nazi slogans in November 2025.
Dog-sized herbivore reveals Middle Jurassic dinosaur diversity on Scottish coast
A 166-million-year-old dog-sized herbivorous dinosaur discovered on Scotland's Isle of Skye represents the most complete partial skeleton found in the country and may be the earliest known ornithopod, filling critical gaps in dinosaur evolution.
Vatican Publishes Document Affirming LGBTQIA+ Inclusion, Condemns Conversion Therapy
The Vatican published a synod document promoting LGBTQIA+ inclusion while condemning conversion therapy as having 'devastating effects' on people with same-sex attraction.
Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake Reportedly a Full Reimagining on FF7 Scale
Leaked details suggest Nintendo's rumored Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake will be a full reimagining comparable to Final Fantasy 7 Remake, potentially releasing in 2026 with possible two-part structure.
Swastika-wearing protester confronted outside anti-Semitism inquiry as Jewish Australians share trauma
A Royal Commission on Anti-Semitism heard testimony from Jewish Australians about escalating hate incidents, while a man wearing a swastika shirt protested outside the Sydney hearing venue.
World Portuguese Language Day celebrates linguistic richness and diversity
World Portuguese Language Day highlights the richness and diversity of Portuguese, addressing common usage errors and celebrating the language's exceptional qualities across Portuguese-speaking communities.
Met Gala Backlash: Celebrities and Activists Protest Bezos's Attendance at Fashion's Elite Event
Taraji P. Henson and other celebrities criticized Jeff Bezos's presence at the 2026 Met Gala, with activists protesting outside the event over concerns about extreme wealth inequality.
Brunson leads Knicks to dominant Game 1 victory over 76ers
The New York Knicks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers by 39 points in Game 1 of their playoff series, with Jalen Brunson leading a dominant performance that extends the team's historic winning streak.
Bondi's dual legacy: Where a father died defending his community
A royal commission on antisemitism heard testimony from Sheina Gutnick, whose father died defending others during the December Bondi beach massacre. Witnesses described escalating antisemitic violence and discrimination across Australia.
Bezos Enters Fashion's Elite Circle at Met Gala
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez attended the Met Gala, marking Bezos's entry into fashion's inner circle and sparking commentary about wealth inequality and a new 'Gilded Age.'
Reform UK's JCB Promotion Raises Questions Over £200k Donation Link
Reform UK leaders including Farage and Jenrick have heavily promoted JCB's pothole-fixing machine while the party received £200,000 from the company, prompting Liberal Democrats to file an Electoral Commission complaint.
Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi in critical condition after prison collapse
Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi collapsed in prison and was hospitalized in critical condition. Her family reports health deterioration following a March heart attack.
Right to roam movement gains momentum as documentary challenges England's land access divide
A new documentary highlights growing momentum for Scottish-style public land access rights in England, where the public can currently access only 8% of land. The film explores the right to roam movement and its potential to reshape countryside access policies.
Odisha Class 10 Results Declared: Multiple Platforms Available for 5.6 Lakh Students
Odisha's Board of Secondary Education announced Class 10 results for 5.6 lakh students on May 1, 2026, with multiple digital access platforms including DigiLocker, Umang App, and SMS service.
Odisha Class 10 Results Announced: 5.6 Lakh Students to Access Scores Today
The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha announced Class 10 results for 5.61 lakh students at 4 pm, with provisional marksheets available online and a 33% aggregate passing requirement.
SF Officials Arrested at SFO May Day Protest Against ICE
Multiple San Francisco supervisors and a state senator were arrested during a May Day protest at SFO that blocked airport roadways. The demonstration targeted ICE immigration enforcement policies.
Forza Horizon 6's Multiplayer Suite 'Horizon Play' Launches With Spec Racing, Drift Championships
Playground Games unveiled Forza Horizon 6's multiplayer system called Horizon Play, featuring spec racing, drift championships, and community-inspired events ahead of the May 19 launch.
May Day rallies across US cities demand workers' rights and immigrant protections
Thousands of demonstrators marched across major US cities on May Day demanding dignity, justice, and freedom for immigrants and workers, with rallies in Seattle, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Chicago, Washington DC, Los Angeles, and New York City.
Thousands March in LA for May Day, Protest at ICE Detention Center
Thousands of May Day ralliers protested outside an ICE detention facility in downtown Los Angeles on Friday, combining workers' rights demonstrations with immigration enforcement concerns.
Thousands participate in May Day economic blackout across US
Thousands of Americans participated in May Day protests nationwide, staging an economic blackout by avoiding work, school, and shopping to demand labor rights and reforms for working-class citizens.