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The Bucks traded cash to the Magic for the No. 60 pick from the Wizards and chose 21-year-old forward Malique Lewis from South East Melbourne Phoenix. The 6-foot-8 athletic wing averaged 7.1 points and shot 38.7% from three in the NBL last season, drawing praise for his defensive versatility and transition play. In a post-Giannis retool, Milwaukee pairs him with lottery picks Brayden Burries and Nate Ament on a draft-and-stash deal, with NBL voices celebrating his global path from Spain to Mexico to Australia.

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Malique Lewis heard his name called as the very last pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, wrapping up a journey from Trinidad to Australia that caught the Milwaukee Bucks' eye.

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The seven-time champion dominated the 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix with a perfect three-stop strategy, finishing ahead of Mercedes' George Russell and McLaren's Lando Norris for an all-British podium – the first since 1968. Kimi Antonelli's late engine failure handed second to Russell and boosted Hamilton to second in the standings on 115 points, trailing Antonelli's 156. Ferrari celebrated with trophy displays in Maranello, a 'Grazie Lewis' sign, and a photo of Hamilton with Carlo Ancelotti, while Norris praised the veteran driver and McLaren enjoyed podium hugs and buggy rides.

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Lewis Hamilton crossed the line 19 seconds ahead, fist-bumping his engineer over radio with a virtual 'Lewis 🤜💥🤛 Carlo' – his first victory in Ferrari red.

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Rangers' Under-19s edged St. Mirren 2-1 in Paisley on Friday, with Zebedee Lawson scoring both goals including a dramatic 90th-minute free-kick to pip rivals Hibernian on points. St. Mirren led first through Joshua Farquhar, but Lawson leveled instantly with a 25-yard rocket off the crossbar after Aiden Crilly's injury. The win earns a UEFA Youth League spot and caps a strong season, with the U17s also claiming their title the same day—Lawson called the pressure massive but the joy pure.

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In the 90th minute, Zebedee Lawson's free-kick curled off the post and in, sparking wild celebrations as Rangers' young guns clinched the title away at St. Mirren.

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At Monday's WWE Raw, former NXT Champion Oba Femi declared his pursuit of the King of the Ring crown and a potential SummerSlam title shot against Cody Rhodes or Roman Reigns, drawing massive cheers and chants from a full house. Jey Uso interrupted with 'Yeet' energy, sparking a heated exchange where Femi warned, 'When you shoot, don’t miss. Because if you do, I’ll destroy you. And if you don’t, I’ll still destroy you.' Tuesday's SmackDown struggled with under 6,500 fans in the 20,000-capacity venue, empty sections, high ticket prices over £150, a UK heatwave, and competition from an advertised England soccer match screening.

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Oba Femi strode into London's O2 Arena like a king in waiting, owning the mic and sending the packed crowd into a frenzy with his bold King of the Ring vow.

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In Major League Cricket 2026, Seattle Orcas posted 227 for 6 against Washington Freedom, driven by Stoinis' explosive 42 off 16 balls—including 30 runs off Ian Holland in the 17th over—and Shimron Hetmyer's unbeaten 79 off 33. Freedom collapsed to 139 all out in 16.2 overs, with Jasdeep Singh taking 5 for 24, handing Orcas an 88-run win that boosted them up the table. At 37, the Australian allrounder silenced doubters with raw power, though sparse crowds raised questions about the league's U.S. growth.

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Marcus Stoinis treated the Oakland Coliseum like his own playground, hammering five massive sixes in a single over to power Seattle Orcas to victory.

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The 19-year-old Arsenal star, fresh off a Premier League title and a standout Champions League final against PSG, earned four senior England caps including a debut goal. Yet Thomas Tuchel left him out of the 26-man roster announced May 22, favoring veterans like 36-year-old Jordan Henderson amid fierce competition and his recent positional shift to midfield. His PSG teammates' live reaction during a Portuguese broadcast highlighted the surprise, while Lewis-Skelly stays unfazed, holidaying on the beach with friends.

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Nuno Mendes and Gonçalo Ramos froze in disbelief, eyes wide as they scanned England's 2026 World Cup squad and couldn't find Myles Lewis-Skelly's name.

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Rising Star Magic artist Kolette Madelo, 22, teamed up with BGYO's Nate Porcalla for a chemistry-filled 'Dance With You' routine on ABS-CBN's ASAP in Victorias City. Fans quickly embraced the 'Natelette' duo, praising their seamless moves and playful vibe after just one practice. Kolette, a Pinoy Big Brother standout known for dance and bubbly energy, paired perfectly with Nate's sharp P-pop skills, sparking calls for more joint performances amid her busy schedule of acting, vlogs, and music.

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Kolette Madelo soared through the air as Nate Porcalla lifted her effortlessly, their single rehearsal turning into flawless stage magic amid cheering fans.

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The 25-year-old center-back, a free agent on June 30 after loans at Swansea, Blackpool, and Morecambe, has impressed Red Bulls coach Michael Bradley during weeks of training in New Jersey. Bradley praised Williams' attitude and fit with the team, with contract talks planned soon. Jürgen Klopp, now Red Bull's head of global soccer nearby, has advised on the trial, while Liverpool fans fondly recall his 19 senior appearances that helped secure Champions League qualification.

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At 6-foot-5, Rhys Williams stepped into Liverpool's chaos during their 2020-21 injury crisis, earning cult hero status alongside teammate Nat Phillips. Now, with his Anfield days ending, he's training across the Atlantic for a fresh shot.

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The National Youth Council’s third general assembly in Swakopmund, set for June 18-22 to elect a new chairperson and board, was indefinitely postponed after Saturday’s violent disruptions. Youth Minister Sanet Steenkamp halted proceedings citing safety risks, following disputes on delegate lists and a faction’s push for delay; the electoral committee resigned on the spot. An arrest was made Sunday amid the fallout, as Namibians online expressed dismay at the infighting among those meant to lead the nation’s youth.

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Delegates clashed over voter lists and seating, ejecting officials and even allegedly using teargas, turning an election into chaos.

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The strip, posted on X on Tuesday, depicts a protagonist in a dungeon finding faded yellow highlights on objects, contrasting modern chunky graphics with subtle 90s-era cues. It quickly garnered over 37,000 likes and 800,000 views, sparking discussions on player guidance, immersion, and accessibility in remakes like Resident Evil 4. Defenders argue yellow paint aids casual players in high-fidelity worlds, while critics prefer intuitive designs like lighting or landmarks over what they call lazy visual aids.

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Artist Adam Ellis dropped a biting four-panel comic that flips the script on gamers griping about yellow paint in video game remakes.

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During Saturday's FP3 at the Monaco Grand Prix, reigning champion Lando Norris accused Hamilton of deliberately blocking him at Turn 15, while Hamilton countered that Norris exaggerated the move since the chequered flag was imminent. Onboard footage showed Hamilton pushing on an outlap to beat the session end as Norris chased a quick time, but no stewards investigated the practice-session spat. Kimi Antonelli topped the chaotic session for Mercedes ahead of Charles Leclerc and Hamilton, with Norris in P8; qualifying later put Antonelli on pole, Hamilton third, and Norris eighth ahead of Sunday's race.

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Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari loomed ahead in Monaco's tight streets, sparking instant radio fireworks as Lando Norris cried foul on his flying lap.

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Piastri apologized right after the Canadian Grand Prix incident that cost Albon a finish and earned the McLaren driver a 10-second penalty. In Monaco, photos captured them laughing together during Friday's briefing amid serious faces, with Piastri's casual arms-crossed grin standing out. Fans celebrated the 'Pialbon' friendship, especially after Piastri reportedly apologized again at a restaurant, while Albon called the crash unfortunate with no hard feelings. Piastri finished P7 in FP2 as Monaco qualifying approached.

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Two weeks after Oscar Piastri's lock-up spun Alex Albon out in Canada, the F1 drivers sat grinning side-by-side at Monaco's drivers' briefing.

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South African national football team Bafana Bafana faces North Korea in a must-win match to advance in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. South Africans plan to wake up at 3am to watch the game, setting alarms, napping beforehand, and organizing watch parties. Fans express patriotism through hashtags like #BafanaPride, #DStvFIFAWorldCup2026, and #BafanaBafana.

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The Sharks sent their 20th overall pick to Buffalo for Kesselring and the 27th selection, adding an NHL-ready blueliner with size, puck-moving skills, and rebound potential after injury-limited seasons. Grier called it a smart depth boost around stars like Macklin Celebrini, fitting San Jose's rebuild. Buffalo moves up to target a forward, while the trade fuels draft rumors including wild talk of Sharks prospect Yaroslav Askarov for Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck—though no insiders confirm talks.

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San Jose GM Mike Grier pulled off a savvy swap, grabbing 6-foot-4 defenseman Michael Kesselring while sliding just seven spots in the draft order.

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The 31-second clip of Damerlin 'LA Biggie' Baez's 'MAMA,' shared on June 3, hit 150,000 views in a day, with fans dubbing it summer 2026's unofficial anthem for its bouncy energy and heritage pride. Known from Zeus Network's Baddies shows, the Providence rapper blends Latin trap and East Coast grit, racking up 525,000 Spotify streams on the track released earlier this year. While some love the vibe despite not catching every lyric and predict Cardi B-level success, skeptics question promo pushes and her Zeus ties as she pushes toward music stardom.

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LA Biggie stands tall on a hillside, red bandana flowing, Dominican flag in hand, spitting fierce Spanglish over a trap beat that has everyone hooked.

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The Football Kenya Federation confirmed two matches against Lesotho on June 4 and 7 at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, after logistical issues and epidemiological concerns scrapped games against Kyrgyzstan and Palestine in Bishkek. McCarthy reportedly pushed for the change to better prepare for 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in Group D with South Africa, Guinea, and Eritrea. Fans are divided, with some praising the continental focus and others questioning the switch to a lower-ranked opponent twice, while the 24-man squad gears up for depth-testing action.

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Kenya's Harambee Stars swapped a distant Asia trip for home-soil friendlies against Lesotho, giving coach Benni McCarthy the African tests he wanted.

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman resigned from the board of fusion startup Helion Energy, which he's backed since 2015 with major investments including $375 million of his own money. The move avoids conflicts as the companies discuss OpenAI buying up to 12.5% of Helion's future electricity output—potentially 50 gigawatts by 2035 to power its massive AI data centers. Helion CEO David Kirtley called Altman integral to their progress, while Altman stays excited about fusion's promise despite no deal being finalized yet.

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Sam Altman loved his role on Helion's board, but he's stepping away to clear the path for a potential game-changing energy deal with OpenAI.

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South African internationals Percy Tau and Njabulo Blom have been released by Thep Xanh Nam Dinh FC in Vietnam's V.League 1. The 32-year-old Tau joined last August on a free transfer and helped the team to seventh place with 31 points from 23 matches, while 26-year-old Blom never played due to injury and left by mutual consent. Fans are excited about potential PSL returns—Chiefs for Blom, Sundowns for Tau—with their combined value around R30 million making them prime targets ahead of next season.

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Percy Tau scored once and assisted four times in 22 games, but it wasn't enough to stick around. Now both South African stars are free agents after short stints abroad.

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The 33-year-old record-holder with 71 tries in 101 games for Leinster confirmed his departure at season's end, joining Tokyo Suntory Sungoliath on a two-year deal. Known for his offloads, kicking, and flair, Lowe earned 45 Ireland caps since 2020, including a starring role in the 2023 Six Nations Grand Slam. In a heartfelt Instagram post, he called the move bittersweet, thanking fans for the memories while noting stalled contract talks amid Leinster's budget pressures. Leinster plans a big send-off in Saturday's URC Grand Final at Croke Park.

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James Lowe, the winger who hoisted Eben Etzebeth in a World Cup highlight, is saying goodbye to Leinster after a storied run in Irish rugby.

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