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Author: Sarah Wallace
Publication Date: April 17, 2026 - 06:37

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Morning Update: A slam-dunk sports weekend

April 17, 2026

Good morning. The NBA and the NHL are entering their playoff seasons – more on that below and many more sports to follow, along with metal tariffs and mailbox changes. But first:



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