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Tuesday, May 19, 2026

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Oklahoma State Football Roster Overhauled with Transfer Additions

Oklahoma State's football program experienced substantial roster changes, integrating numerous transfers, including a quarterback and multiple players who followed Coach Eric Morris from North Texas. The revamped team aims to improve their competitive standing.

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China's Xi Jinping Offers Trump New Vision for Relations, Addresses Taiwan

Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted President Trump in Beijing, proposing a future U.S.-China relationship centered on trade and cooperation. Xi also addressed the sensitive issue of Taiwan during their meetings. Discussions occurred amid ongoing trade negotiations between the two nations.

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Trump and Xi Meet in China, Discussing Bilateral Relations

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Supreme Court Extends Pause on Abortion Pill Restrictions

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U.S. Navy Activity Documented in Strait of Hormuz

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NBA Considers Modified Lottery System to Discourage Tanking

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announced a proposed draft lottery change, dubbed the '3-2-1 lottery'. The proposal seeks to disincentivize teams from deliberately losing games to improve their draft position. The league's Board of Governors will vote on the plan later this month.

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Tarik Skubal Begins Throwing Program After Elbow Surgery

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Scheffler Rebounds After Slow Start at PGA Championship

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Dakota Ditcheva Criticizes Ronda Rousey's Comments Regarding Khamzat Chimaev

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Health & Wellness

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CDC Issues National Guidelines for Maternal and Infant Health

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released national recommendations aimed at improving the health of women before pregnancy. The guidelines outline actionable steps for better maternal and infant outcomes. The CDC collaborated with over 35 public and private organizations to develop the recommendations.

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A Poem for Late Winter: When You Need Light Most

February tests patience. The days stretch longer, but the cold bites harder. This week, let Emily Dickinson remind you that hope arrives without invitation.

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