‘Michael’ biopic opens to mixed reviews, critics note omissions
music‘Michael’ biopic opens to mixed reviews, critics note omissions
Estate-backed biopic 'Michael' debuts in theaters; Jaafar Jackson's performance is praised while critics say the film largely skips abuse allegations.


East Coast Kin photography tag highlights global landscapes
photographyEast Coast Kin photography tag highlights global landscapes
Community photographers post landscapes, wildlife and travel shots from Yosemite to Vanuatu under the #EastCoastKin tag.
Pete Hegseth says US military should win Nobel Peace Prize yearly
newsPete Hegseth says US military should win Nobel Peace Prize yearly
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared the U.S. military 'should win' the Nobel Peace Prize every single year.
bbc.co.uk

Benjamin Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer
scienceBenjamin Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer
Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu says a malignant prostate tumour was removed and he is in 'excellent physical condition.'
bbc.co.uk

Jimmy Kimmel roasts Trump in alternate Correspondents’ Dinner
comedyJimmy Kimmel roasts Trump in alternate Correspondents’ Dinner
Kimmel headlined an alternate White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Jimmy Kimmel Live, delivering a savage monologue aimed at Trump.
Zenless Zone Zero version 2.8 'New: Eridan Sunset' launches May 6
gamingZenless Zone Zero version 2.8 'New: Eridan Sunset' launches May 6
miHoYo's Zenless Zone Zero adds new agents Promeia and Starlight in a May 6 update; a Steam launch is planned for Q2.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 gets 1st‑anniversary patch
gamingClair Obscur: Expedition 33 gets 1st‑anniversary patch
Sandfall released an anniversary update adding collectible hairstyles and new artwork for the RPG
Barbra Streisand celebrates 84th birthday
musicBarbra Streisand celebrates 84th birthday
Fans and fellow artists mark Barbra Streisand turning 84 with tributes, clips and favorite song recommendations.
Assisted Dying Bill fails to clear House of Lords
newsAssisted Dying Bill fails to clear House of Lords
Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill ran out of time after peers filibustered and blocked its stages
lrb.co.ukSlovenia to air Palestine films instead of Eurovision 2026
musicSlovenia to air Palestine films instead of Eurovision 2026
RTV Slovenija joins Ireland and Spain in refusing to broadcast Eurovision 2026, replacing it with Palestine-focused programming.


Dillon Thieneman drafted by Chicago Bears, No. 25 overall
sportsDillon Thieneman drafted by Chicago Bears, No. 25 overall
Chicago uses the 25th pick to select Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Review: 'Mother Mary' praised for Hathaway and Coel performances
moviesReview: 'Mother Mary' praised for Hathaway and Coel performances
David Lowery’s 'Mother Mary' is called visually arresting with strong turns from Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel, though dialogue is criticized.
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Former Brexit official Philip Rycroft urges UK to consider rejoining EU
politicsFormer Brexit official Philip Rycroft urges UK to consider rejoining EU
Philip Rycroft, WHO led the Department for Exiting the EU, says the UK should consider rejoining the European Union after Leave promises failed.
thetimes.com

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced announced
gamingAssassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced announced
Ubisoft confirms Black Flag remake 'Resynced' for release July 9 with modern graphics and overhauled combat.
Jets pick Omar Cooper Jr., No. 30 overall
sportsJets pick Omar Cooper Jr., No. 30 overall
The New York Jets select Indiana wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. with the 30th pick of the 2026 draft.
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Iran has not decided whether to participate in World Cup 2026
sportsIran has not decided whether to participate in World Cup 2026
Reports say Iran has not finalized a decision on sending a national team to the 2026 FIFA World Cup
footballbusiness.newsKC Concepcion selected No. 24 by the Cleveland Browns
sportsKC Concepcion selected No. 24 by the Cleveland Browns
The Browns take Texas A&M wide receiver KC Concepcion with the 24th overall pick in 2026.
SEGA launches SEGA UNIVERSE initiative to spotlight legacy IPs
gamingSEGA launches SEGA UNIVERSE initiative to spotlight legacy IPs
SEGA unveiled a SEGA UNIVERSE site teasing anniversary projects across Out Run, NiGHTS, Sakura Wars, Streets of Rage and more.
FBI Director Kash Patel's defamation suit reportedly backfires
newsFBI Director Kash Patel's defamation suit reportedly backfires
Patel’s $250 million defamation lawsuit has drawn new sources and reporting that raise fresh questions about his conduct.
FFXIV Fanfest keynote set to premiere next expansion trailer
gamingFFXIV Fanfest keynote set to premiere next expansion trailer
Final Fantasy XIV’s Fanfest keynote will debut the first trailer for the game’s upcoming expansion tonight.


Expert: US gambling addiction 'out of control' as betting booms
A leading US policy expert warned that gambling addiction is "out of control" and urged federal and state authorities to act as betting markets boom. The expert said gambling should be regulated like alcohol or tobacco and demanded a public‑health response focused on prevention and treatment rather than punishment. They pointed to expanded legal sports wagering and easy app‑based access as drivers of rising financial harm, especially among younger and casual bettors. Regulating gambling as an addictive product would enable stricter advertising limits, tighter age and access controls, and increased funding for treatment to curb the harms.
