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Anti-Zionism Fight Hits Britain’s Streets, Ballot Boxes And Police Lines
London, May 8, 2026, 09:17 BST The debate over anti-Zionism in Britain edged further into the political spotlight this week. London police have launched a new community protection team focused on safeguarding Jewish residents, while fresh commentary from both Jewish and pro-Palestinian voices has intensified arguments about the line between criticism of Israel and antisemitism. (Mynewsdesk) The situation has escalated beyond rhetoric.
Athletics vs Phillies: A’s Blast Andrew Painter Early as Phillies’ Sweep Bid Falters
Philadelphia, May 7, 2026, 19:03 EDT Philadelphia’s hopes for a sweep didn’t last long Thursday. The Athletics jumped out with four runs in the opening frame at Citizens Bank Park—Shea Langeliers sent one out after Nick Kurtz reached, then Brent Rooker blasted a two-run homer after Tyler Soderstrom drew a walk. (theScore) The quick swing punched through what oddsmakers had set up before first pitch. Philadelphia sat roughly -130 on the moneyline, favored outright, while the Athletics carried the underdog tag on the road—even as a few models and analysts flagged them as a value play.
Cavaliers vs Pistons Game 2: Cleveland Loses Sam Merrill As Detroit Eyes 2-0 NBA Playoffs Lead
DETROIT, May 7, 2026, 19:03 EDT Cleveland will have to make do without reserve guard Sam Merrill for Thursday’s Game 2 against the Detroit Pistons, after a hamstring injury sidelined him and left the Cavaliers with less shooting to work with as they try to pull even in an Eastern Conference semifinal series Detroit currently leads 1-0. Merrill suffered the injury early in Tuesday’s Game 1 defeat, underwent an MRI, and then missed Wednesday’s practice, according to the Associated Press. (New Haven Register) Not much went right for Cleveland.
James Comey’s Trump Threat Case Takes A New Turn As Judge Opens Door To Scrapping Court Date
Washington, May 7, 2026, 18:02 EDT Former FBI Director James Comey’s scheduled May 11 appearance in Greenville now hangs on whether he files a waiver by Friday, a federal judge in North Carolina said. That move offers a narrow, immediate shift in the case accusing Comey of threatening President Donald Trump. Comey had asked to forgo the hearing, having already surrendered and appeared before a Virginia judge near his home. The Justice Department backed that request.
Mikayla Matthews Says She’s ‘Fed Up’ as Mormon Wives Rift Around Taylor Frankie Paul Widens
Los Angeles, May 7, 2026, 15:03 PDT Mikayla Matthews fired back at criticism from fans accusing her of not backing Taylor Frankie Paul and Jessi Draper, injecting new tension into Hulu’s The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives—though this time, the drama spilled out in comment threads. On May 6 and again May 7, Matthews hit reply after a fan account questioned the level of support among the MomTok group, the Utah mother-influencer circle at the heart of the show. (People.com) Timing is key here. Production on Season 5 of the Hulu series just resumed after a pause connected to domestic
Aston Villa Crush Nottingham Forest 4-0 As Gibbs-White Injury Cloud Hangs Over Europa League Exit
Birmingham, May 7, 2026, 22:05 BST Aston Villa stormed past Nottingham Forest 4-0 at Villa Park on Thursday, erasing a 1-0 first-leg deficit and booking a Europa League final spot with a 4-1 aggregate. John McGinn struck twice late, after Ollie Watkins’ opener and a penalty from Emiliano Buendía. McGinn’s goals in the 77th and 80th minutes settled the tie. (BBC) Villa have a shot at their first major European trophy appearance since 1982, heading to Istanbul to face Freiburg. The stakes are high: the Europa League winner secures a Champions League spot. UEFA has fixed the final for May
Why UFC 328’s Chimaev-Strickland Feud Turned Into a Security Story Before Title Fight
NEWARK, New Jersey, May 7, 2026, 17:03 (ET) Middleweight champ Khamzat Chimaev and challenger Sean Strickland faced the media together Thursday in Newark, ramping up security concerns ahead of Saturday’s UFC 328 main event. The press conference lineup: Chimaev, Strickland, flyweight titleholder Joshua Van, and Tatsuro Taira. Things kicked off at 5 p.m. ET at the RWJBarnabas Health Hockey House inside Prudential Center. (CBS Sports) This is the first big test in public for a fight week that’s already gotten heated outside the cage.
Jaime Pressly Opens OnlyFans, Putting ‘My Name Is Earl’ Fame Behind a Paywall
Los Angeles, May 7, 2026, 13:03 PDT Jaime Pressly, who picked up an Emmy for her work on “My Name Is Earl,” jumped into the OnlyFans space on Thursday, putting her long TV run behind paid, fan-driven content. Variety landed the scoop, and according to IMDb’s post, her page was expected to go live at 1 p.m. PT, or 4 p.m. ET. (Variety) The timing hits because OnlyFans leans on subscriptions—creators stick content behind a paywall, fans shell out for access, DMs, or extras. For actors who already have a base, that flips name value into a direct revenue stream,
Iran Drone Video Raises New Alarm Over Strait of Hormuz as U.S. Deal Push Nears Crunch Point
TEHRAN, May 7, 2026, 23:32 IRST Iran published footage it claims is the downed U.S. reconnaissance drone, debris scattered over the Strait of Hormuz, fueling military tension as Washington and Tehran push for a temporary ceasefire. These surveillance drones typically patrol the region; if Iran’s account holds up, it marks yet another close call above Gulf waters. (Reuters) Timing is crucial here. According to sources and officials cited by Reuters, U.S.
Texas Mom Freed From ICE After 45 Days Says ‘No One Is Safe’ As Green Card Fight Begins
HARLINGEN, Texas, May 7, 2026, 14:05 (CDT) Meenu Batra, 53, a court interpreter from Texas who spent 45 days in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody, says she’s still worried about the possibility of being picked up by federal agents again. “No one is safe,” Batra told CBS News in her first interview since her release, though she added she believes her paperwork supports her right to stay in the country. (CBS News) This case stands out because Batra isn’t new to the U.S. She was born in India but has spent roughly 35 years living here, working as a


















