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The long awaited ThunderCats movie is still very much alive, and new insight into the project is giving fans a clearer idea of what to expect. Director Adam Wingard has remained attached to the film since its announcement, and he has been vocal about his passion for bringing the iconic animated series to the big screen the right way. A Passion Project Years in the Making Wingard has made it clear this is not just another studio assignment for him. He grew up with ThunderCats and understands how important the tone and style are to fans. In past interviews, he…

Washington — President Trump headed to China Tuesday for a highly anticipated summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, following through with a meeting Mr. Trump delayed due to the war with Iran. Trade will be a major topic for the two leaders, but the tenuous situation in Iran and supply chain bottleneck in the Persian Gulf will be inescapable topics. The president said Monday they’ll also discuss energy and Taiwan. Xi is looking to bring Taiwan fully back under Beijing’s control without intervention from the United States. Mr. Trump spoke highly of Xi ahead of their meeting. “He’s a great gentleman. I find…

The race to the IPL 2026 playoffs intensifies as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) take on Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a high-pressure clash at Raipur. While RCB are aiming to officially seal their playoff qualification with another victory, KKR are fighting to keep their late resurgence alive after a difficult first half of the season.Royal Challengers Bengaluru currently sit comfortably at the top of the points table with seven wins from 11 matches. Rajat Patidar’s side dramatically regained momentum after edging past the Mumbai Indians (MI) in a thrilling last-ball encounter. With players like Virat Kohli, Krunal Pandya and Bhuvneshwar…

From the first pitch to the last pitch in the bottom of the 11th inning, there was never any doubt that Tuesday’s Southern Section Division 1 first-round baseball playoff game between Cypress and St. John Bosco would be a special matchup of elite pitchers. And it was.Julian Garcia of St. John Bosco had a perfect game through six innings and didn’t allow any hits for eight innings. Left-hander Drew Slevcove of Cypress came close to matching Garcia pitch for pitch until giving up a fifth-inning home run to Jack Champlin. Cypress tied the score with two outs in the seventh…

Reporting Highlights Massages in Class: A California teacher was deemed “unfit to teach” after students reported him for touching them in ways that made them uncomfortable, including massaging their shoulders.  License to Teach: Jason Agan is one of 67 teachers whose credentials were not revoked by California after their schools determined they had committed sexual harassment or misconduct.  A Red Flag: The only visible sign that a teacher has been disciplined is a red flag icon next to their name on the state website of credentialed educators. It does not specify why. These highlights were written by the reporters and…

A new study from Northwestern Medicine examines how aligning meal times with the body’s sleep-wake cycle may boost heart and metabolic health, especially for middle-aged and older adults at greater risk for disease. This research may be helpful as primary care providers (PCPs) work with patients in managing blood sugar and cardiovascular health. Medscape consulted with three experts for viewpoints and clinical commentary.Breaking Down the DataTime-restricted eating is increasingly popular, as data showed it can boost cardiometabolic health and be as effective as calorie restriction. However, most research looks at fasting duration rather than its alignment with sleep, which is…

Courtois is set to return for the Clásico on May 10 at the Camp Nou. If there are no setbacks in the 13 days remaining before Madrid visit Barcelona, the goalkeeper’s plan is to be back between the posts against the Blaugrana. Courtois’ recovery is entering its final phase, and he will soon begin to gradually rejoin team training. With almost everything decided, no risks will be taken, but there is enough time ahead of the Clásico to meet the established timelines.Courtois was injured while Madrid were still fighting for LaLiga and the Champions League, and by the time he…

On 16 March 2026, at least 269 people were killed in a Pakistani airstrike on the Omid Drug Rehabilitation Hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan.Pakistan said in a statement to the BBC that it had targeted “military and terrorist infrastructure”.The BBC has spoken to the families of more than 30 victims – including those of recovering addicts, and employees of the centre – who reject Pakistan’s claims.The UN, which was given access to the site, as well as the BBC’s Afghan service teams who were on the ground in the immediate aftermath, also confirm the strike hit civilians undergoing treatment.

For more than four decades, the Patriot defensive missile system has occupied a central place in the architecture of American military power. Exported widely across NATO, the Middle East, and Asia, Patriot has become more than a defensive missile battery. It is simultaneously a battlefield system, a geopolitical signal, a reassurance mechanism for allies, and a symbol of American technological sophistication. The system retains enormous prestige. New Patriot batteries continue to be ordered despite high acquisition and sustainment costs. Political leaders routinely present Patriot deployments as evidence of American commitment and advanced defensive capability. During periods of regional crisis, requests…

Memphis Grizzlies player Brandon Clarke has died, the team confirmed on Tuesday. He was 29.”We are heartbroken by the tragic loss of Brandon Clarke,” the team said in a statement on social media. “Brandon was an outstanding teammate and an even better person whose impact on the organization and the great Memphis community will not be forgotten.”In this Feb. 11, 2025, file photo, Brandon Clarke of the Memphis Grizzlies is shown during the second half of the NBA game at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona.Christian Petersen/Getty Images, FILEClarke was found dead on Monday from a possible drug overdose in a…