The Lehigh Valley Phantoms bounced back in their playoff series with a 3-1 victory over the Hershey Bears, evening the best-of-five contest at one game apiece. After a scoreless first period marked by sparse shooting, Anthony Richard broke the deadlock late in the second. Despite losing captain Garrett Wilson to a major and game misconduct, the Phantoms thrived shorthanded, with Zayde Wisdom netting two penalty-kill goals in the third. A power play goal by Hershey's Alex Limoges briefly narrowed the gap, but steady defensive play and timely scoring helped Lehigh Valley secure the win. The series now shifts to Allentown for Game 3 on Sunday. Support for free trade is declining among Republican lawmakers, as former President Donald Trump gains backing from a growing faction of New Right economic voices. This group has spent the last decade steering the GOP away from traditional laissez-faire principles and toward a more populist, protectionist agenda. Their influence is evident in the party's increasing alignment with Trump's trade war policies, despite concerns among some Republicans who remain uneasy about straying from Reagan-era orthodoxy. The shift has also unsettled financial markets and raised alarms within the business community, historically a key pillar of GOP support. The Chicago Bears are aggressively pursuing four-time Pro Bowl running back Nick Chubb as they seek to bolster their backfield ahead of the 2025 NFL season. With new head coach Ben Johnson looking to replicate the dual-threat rushing attack he built in Detroit, the Bears view Chubb as the ideal "thunder" complement to D’Andre Swift’s "lightning" role. Despite efforts to trade up in the NFL Draft for Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty, the Bears came up short and have shifted their focus to Chubb, who is recovering from two major injuries but remains a coveted asset. While the Cleveland Browns are also pushing to re-sign their star veteran, reports indicate Chicago is making a serious bid, offering Chubb a more prominent offensive role and a fresh start alongside rookie quarterback Caleb Williams in a revitalized offense. In a move aimed at engaging the public through innovative communication, the White House will air a repeating video highlighting its achievements. The 15-minute loop, featuring music and key accomplishments, is set to run continuously throughout the weekend on official digital channels as part of a broader strategy to more effectively share fact sheets and other informational content. Nick Chubb faces uncertainty about his future with the Cleveland Browns, as running back Jerome Ford has agreed to a pay cut, making it increasingly unlikely that Chubb will return to the team next season. Ford’s new deal, trimming his salary to $1.75 million guaranteed, solidifies his place on the depth chart alongside two newly drafted backs, Quinshon Judkins and Dylan Sampson. Meanwhile, Chubb, recovering from multiple serious injuries, including a devastating knee tear and a fractured foot, continues to train rigorously as he eyes a potential NFL comeback—though likely not in a Browns uniform. Chinese Carmaker Poised to Enter UK Market with Affordable Vehicles, Including EVs
Chinese automotive brand Omoda&Jaecoo, a subsidiary of manufacturing giant Chery, is rapidly gaining traction in the UK market with its competitively priced vehicles, including electric models. Since launching recently, the brand has already sold a combined 6,429 vehicles in the first three months of the year—surpassing established names like Citroen, Fiat, Porsche, and Seat. Its flagship electric model, the Omoda E5, offers a 257-mile range, rapid charging, and a starting price of £33,065, appealing to cost-conscious motorists amid rising EV costs. UK Head of Product Oli Lowe attributes the brand’s early success to its focus on affordability and residual value, with plans to expand its lineup and launch a dedicated used car website later this year.