Friday, May 8

May 2026

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World Ovarian Cancer Day

It’s World Ovarian Cancer Day — raising awareness about a disease expected to affect more than 21,000 women in the US this year. Know the signs.

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Remarkably Bright Creatures lands on Netflix

Remarkably Bright Creaturesis now streaming on Netflix — following a widow (Sally Field), a man searching for family (Lewis Pullman), and a very observant octopus as they unravel a mystery and rediscover joy.

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The Sheep Detectives releases in theaters

A family-friendly whodunnit, The Sheep Detectives, starring Hugh Jackman, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and Bryan Cranston, hits theaters. If you love Babe and murder mysteries, this one’s for you.

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WNBA season tips off

The WNBA season tips off with three opening games — including Golden State Valkyries v. Seattle Storm and Connecticut Sun v. New York Liberty — marking the league’s 30th season and its most nationally televised year yet. Game on.

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM ET

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NWSL: Racing Louisville v. Portland Thorns

Racing Louisville faces off against the Portland Thorns at 6:30 pm ET. Catch it on NWSL+.

8:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET

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NWSL: Orlando Pride v. North Carolina Courage

The Orlando Pride kick-off against the North Carolina Courage at 8 pm ET. Catch it on Prime Video.

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