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The three-hour Survivor 50 premiere juxtaposes returning veterans with the new-era cast and argues that the so-called New Era is failing; the piece praises familiar players and nostalgia while urging more returnee-based seasons, suggesting that the show can still shine when seasoned players anchor the game and the meta-elements of the newer era prove draining.
Palestinian Eatedal Rayyan reunites with her husband in war-damaged Gaza after nearly two years away, having fled to Egypt for medical care; the Rafah crossing reopened for limited returns, with about 21 Palestinians crossing back on Thursday, and Rayyan says life in Gaza is still beautiful despite widespread destruction as her family plans to live in a tent.
Afghan returnees like Nawab Din are struggling to rebuild their lives after a devastating earthquake destroyed their homes, compounding existing economic and climate crises, with many living in tents and facing uncertain futures despite government plans for new housing.
Kansas and Duke lead the Power 36 men's college basketball rankings after the NBA draft early entry withdrawal deadline. Many top players have decided to return to school, making college basketball older, wiser, and more experienced. The transfer portal is still active, but as of June 1, we have a better idea of some of the rosters. Other teams in the Power 36 include Michigan State, Purdue, Marquette, Florida Atlantic, Miami, Gonzaga, Creighton, UConn, Texas, USC, Houston, Arkansas, San Diego State, Arizona, North Carolina, Kentucky, Ohio State, Illinois, Tennessee, Maryland, Texas A&M, Northwestern, West Virginia, Mississippi State, Indiana, Alabama, UCLA, Providence, Wisconsin, Villanova, Auburn, Colorado, Pitt, and Rutgers.
Kyle Filipowski, Tyrese Proctor, and Mark Mitchell are all returning to Duke for the 2023-24 season, forming the nucleus for what could be the No. 1 preseason team in the nation. Duke's roster construction is shifting away from a singular one-and-done focus, and these three players are proof that five-star talent doesn't have to take the first available exit ramp. Duke is still waiting to see if veteran guard Jeremy Roach will return for his senior season and is targeting a veteran big in the transfer portal.