Chris Taylor: A Versatile Weapon for the Dodgers

Season tickets for Liberty University's men's and women's basketball teams for the 2025-26 season are available. Liberty is hosting a Mother's Day giveaway where one person will win a surprise by commenting their favorite thing about their mom. Liberty University states its mission is to train champions for Christ, emphasizing values like gratitude, humility, integrity, joy, love, service, and unity. The university teaches all courses from a biblical perspective, aiming to train exceptional professionals who want to make a difference.

American rapper BossMan Dlow (born Devante Milan McCreary in 1998) began his career in 2019. He cites Wiz Khalifa, Babyface Ray, Yo Gotti, Jeezy, Lil Wayne, Plies, and Future as musical influences. Known for a "choppy, unconventional delivery" and Florida twang, BossMan Dlow has also been praised for his "impeccable swagger, conversational cadence, and booming baritone voice." He served time in county jail on charges of selling and possessing cocaine.

Jamal Roberts married his long-time girlfriend, Lauren Roberts, in an intimate ceremony. The couple met while both were attending college and have been together ever since. Lauren is a successful lawyer and the two often share their love for travel and family on social media.

Cody Bellinger is an MLB player who plays for the Dodgers. He was born on July 13, 1995, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Bellinger made his professional debut in 2013 with the Rookie-level AZL Dodgers. In 2018, he had a standout season, slashing .260/.343/.470 with 84 runs, 28 doubles, seven triples, 25 home runs, 76 RBI, and 14 stolen bases. He was named NLCS MVP for his performance in the postseason. Bellinger has dealt with injuries throughout his career, including a left calf contusion, left hamstring tightness, and a left rib fracture. He is known for his power hitting, having hit two grand slams in 2018.

Patti LaBelle is an American R&B singer and actress born Patricia Louise Holte on May 24, 1944. She started her career in the early 1960s as the lead singer and frontwoman of the vocal group Patti LaBelle and the Bluebelles. LaBelle later signed with Warner Bros. Records and released a self-titled album in 1971 with her band Labelle, which also featured Nona Hendryx and Sarah Dash. In 2002, she hosted her own lifestyle show, Living It Up with Patti LaBelle, on TV One. In 2019, Philadelphia honored her with a street named Patti LaBelle Way.

Anduril Industries is an American defense technology company specializing in autonomous systems. The company was named after Andúril, the sword from The Lord of the Rings. Anduril develops several key technologies: * **Ghost:** An unmanned aerial vehicle. * **Roadrunner:** A high-speed, highly maneuverable delta-winged craft powered by twin turbojets. Headquartered in Costa Mesa, California, Anduril also has offices in Boston, Atlanta, Seattle, Washington, D.C., London, and Sydney.

Nihilism encompasses various beliefs centered around the idea that life lacks inherent meaning or value. Moral nihilism specifically challenges the existence of objective moral principles, arguing that conventional morality is subjective and disagreements are often irresolvable. Metaphysical nihilism questions the fundamental nature of reality, suggesting it may be ultimately meaningless or nonexistent. Political nihilism expresses deep dissatisfaction with existing political and social systems, often aligning with anarchist viewpoints.

Chris Taylor is a versatile player known for his offensive contributions and ability to play multiple positions. In 2021, he set career highs with 92 runs scored and 73 RBI, while also hitting 20 home runs. His batting line that year was .254/.344/.438. Taylor has a history of success in the postseason, having hit .282 with a double, triple, and home run in 15 games for the Dodgers. His versatility extends to his fielding, as he has played shortstop, second base, and third base.

Trigg Kiser, the 3-year-old son of TikTok influencer Emilie Kiser and her husband Brady, died May 18th following a water incident several days earlier. Trigg was hospitalized in critical condition at Chandler Regional Medical Center and then transferred to Phoenix Children's Hospital. Emilie Kiser has millions of followers across social media platforms including TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.

Right-wing nationalist candidate George Simion won the first round of Romania's presidential election rerun. Simion is against providing military support for Ukraine and is skeptical of the EU. He admires US President Donald Trump and wants an EU of strong, sovereign nations. In the second round, Simion could attract voters who backed former prime minister Victor Ponta, a former Social Democrat who ran on a "Romania First" campaign. Simion stated that good relations with Ukraine in the future would depend on how Ukraine treats the Romanian minority there and the status of Romanian churches and schools.

José Alvarado has one son, Dylan José, and two daughters, Victoria Valentina and Joseannys Darana. He enjoys spending time with his family, fishing, and hunting. In 2020, Alvarado appeared in nine games with TB before being placed on the IL for the remainder of the regular season due to left shoulder inflammation. He issued 55 walks in 70.2 innings pitched for a 7.00 BB/9 IP and a 1.55 SO/BB ratio. Alvarado made ten appearances for Bowling Green, all lasting two innings or longer. He averaged 12.4 strikeouts per nine innings there, earning him a promotion to Charlotte on May 16. He also pitched in the Venezuelan Winter League, going 1-0 with a 1.93 ERA (9.1 IP, 2 ER) and 13 strikeouts.

Orlando City SC will host Inter Miami CF in a preseason Florida Derby on February 14, 2025, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. Tickets go on sale November 14th through SoccerInTampaBay.com. A free pregame fan festival will be held outside the stadium before the match. Orlando City leads the intrastate rivalry series since 2020 with five wins to Inter Miami's four.

Sevilla hosts Real Madrid at Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 17:00 UTC for Matchday 37 of LaLiga. Predicted lineups will be available a few days before the match, with actual lineups released an hour prior to kickoff.

## Seville vs Real Madrid Real Madrid won 3-2 against Sevilla in a thrilling encounter at the Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium. Vinicius Jr. scored twice, including a dramatic late winner, to secure victory for Los Blancos. Karim Benzema also found the net for Real Madrid, while Ivan Rakitic and Erik Lamela replied for Sevilla.

Two people died and at least 19 others were injured when a Mexican Navy training ship, Cuauhtémoc, crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge. The ship lost power and collided with the bridge's underside on Saturday evening. The vessel, which is 297 feet long and 40 feet wide, was on an international goodwill tour. The Brooklyn Bridge sustained no major damage and was reopened after inspection. At least 11 of the injured crew members are in critical condition.

Jessica Simpson will perform during the American Idol series finale this Sunday, May 18th. Simpson is also a successful businesswoman, launching The Jessica Simpson Collection in 2005. This fashion-focused line has earned over US$1 billion in revenue across 34 product categories. Her father managed her early career and her mother was her stylist.

FC Barcelona vs. Villarreal has already taken place.

Cruz Azul and their opponent failed to score any goals in a match where the over/under was set at 2.5. This means bets placed on "under" (fewer than 2.5 goals) were successful.