May Day, Beltane and International Workers' Day observances

Communities mark May 1 with Beltane rites, Magdalen College dawn singing and International Workers' Day events.

Scott Jennings erupts at Adam Mockler on CNN

Connor McDavid expected to play in Oilers' must-win Game 6

McDavid skipped morning skate but is listed as expected to play as Edmonton travels to Anaheim for a do-or-die Game 6.

Nikola Jokic says he wants to stay with Denver Nuggets

After Denver’s playoff exit to Minnesota, Jokic says he intends to remain with the Nuggets in the offseason.

Sen. Rick Scott says high gas prices are 'worth it' as shortages reported

Florida Sen. Rick Scott defended higher gas prices during reported fuel shortages, provoking heavy criticism online.

The Wicker Man sees May Day watch parties and Fright Club streams

Fans are rewatching the 1973 The Wicker Man for May Day, debating cuts, soundtrack and the film's folk‑horror legacy.

New Resident Evil trailer divides fans over faithfulness

Zach Cregger's Resident Evil teaser earned praise for scares but criticism from some fans unhappy with changes to game elements.

Golden Week, Photomatic and H&M team up for Japan pop‑up

Photomatic and H&M reveal a limited photo‑booth collaboration in Japan to mark Golden Week festivities

Bandcamp Friday, artists push releases and special sales

May 1 Bandcamp Friday, musicians promote new albums, freebies and direct-sales where proceeds favour creators.

Minnesota Wild eliminate Dallas Stars, win Game 6, 5-2

Wild beat the Stars 5-2 in St. Paul to take the series 4-2; Matt Boldy added late empty-net goals to seal it.

Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest

Myanmar junta says the Nobel laureate was transferred from prison to house arrest to serve the remainder of an 18‑year sentence

FIFA defends Iran at World Cup amid calls for a ban

Gianni Infantino says Iran will play U.S.-hosted matches as protesters and campaigners urge FIFA to bar the team.

Tony Blair Institute urges Labour to scrap the pension 'triple lock'

The think tank calls the triple lock 'unaffordable' and proposes replacing it with a lifespan-style pension fund.

Met Police chief Sir Mark Rowley urges law change after online-speech arrests

Rowley says officers are in an "impossible position" policing online speech after cases including Graham Linehan's arrest.

76ers beat Celtics 106-93, force Game 7 in Boston

Tyrese Maxey scored 30 and Paul George 23 as Philadelphia evened the series and pushed a decisive Game 7 back to Boston.

Vegas Golden Knights lead Utah Mammoth series, Game 6 set

Vegas leads Utah Mammoth 3-2; Game 6 Friday in Salt Lake City will decide WHO faces the Anaheim Ducks in Round 2.

Gianni Infantino's Israel-Palestine handshake fails at FIFA Congress

At FIFA Congress, Infantino's attempt to stage an Israel‑Palestine handshake failed when the Palestinian delegate refused.

Minnesota Timberwolves eliminate Denver Nuggets from NBA Playoffs

Timberwolves closed out the series and knocked the Nuggets out, ending Denver’s season in the first round.

Anaheim Ducks beat Edmonton Oilers 5-2, Troy Terry scores

Ducks dominated in Anaheim, Troy Terry scored and Leo Carlsson sealed it with an empty-net goal in a 5-2 win.

Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

May observance honoring AANHPI cultures and contributions, with local events, resources and community book lists.