Bird Of The Day, theme 'Raptors', alt 'Paridae'

Weekly community bird showcase, today's primary prompt is Raptors; the alternative prompt is Paridae (tits, chickadees, titmice).

Star Fox Switch 2 remake lists Amiibo support; creator comments on Fox design

Nintendo Japan notes scanning Smash amiibos unlocks emblems and backgrounds; creator Takaya Imamura weighed in on Fox's new look.

Happy Mother's Day messages and tributes

Thousands of Bluesky posts send greetings, photos and poems celebrating moms and caregivers today.

Furry Weekend Atlanta 2026, panels and Moonlight Festival

FWA attendees share con highlights, post‑con blues and teasers for next year’s theme after the closing ceremony.

Witch Hat Atelier episode spotlights Olruggio and Qifrey

The latest episode centers on scenes with Olruggio and Qifrey, prompting new fanfic and discussion in fandom circles.

BBC Laura Kuenssberg panel questions Richard Tice over Farage gift

Hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius arrives in Tenerife

MV Hondius with 140+ people onboard docked in Tenerife as a who-led evacuation begins; several sick and three deaths linked.

Labour MP Catherine West vows to challenge Keir Starmer if others don't

Catherine West says she'll trigger a leadership contest by Monday unless colleagues act, claiming about 10 MPs' support.

SNL cold open, Matt Damon returns as Brett Kavanaugh

Matt Damon hosted SNL and reprised Brett Kavanaugh in a cold open that also included Aziz Ansari as Kash Patel.

2026 NBA Draft Lottery in Chicago

NBA holds the 2026 draft lottery in Chicago today; Clippers could inherit a top‑6 pick tied to the Ivica Zubac trade.

Nintendo announces Star Fox 64 remake for Switch 2, June 25

Nintendo confirmed a cinematic Star Fox 64 remake launching exclusively on Switch 2 on June 25, with amiibo support.

Lib Dems propose working with 'like-minded' parties at Birmingham Council

Trump lashes out at Fox News after Democrat’s appearance

Trump attacked Fox News on Truth Social, accusing the network of undermining MAGA after Rep. Ro Khanna appeared.

New York Knicks sweep Philadelphia, reach Eastern Conference Finals

Knicks routed the 76ers 144-114 in Game 4 to complete a four-game sweep and advance to the ECF.

Trump pledges 'Election Integrity Army' for 2026

Trump says Republicans will deploy an 'Election Integrity Army' in every state for the 2026 elections to protect votes.

Tourist throws rock at Maui monk seal; faces federal fine

Video shows a visitor hurl a rock at Lani, an endangered Hawaiian monk seal; federal penalties could reach $50,000.

Timberwolves rally past Spurs, series tied 2-2; Wembanyama ejected

Minnesota won 114-109 in Game 4; Anthony Edwards scored 36 and Victor Wembanyama was ejected for elbowing Naz Reid.

Nadine Dorries defects to Reform UK, appears on BBC panel

Carolina Hurricanes sweep Flyers, advance to Eastern Conference Final

Jackson Blake scored twice, including an overtime winner, as the Hurricanes completed a 4-0 series sweep of Philadelphia.

BAFTA TV Awards 2026, Adolescence leads winners

Adolescence wins multiple major BAFTA TV Awards; Seth Rogen dedicates an international prize to Catherine O'Hara.

Ted Cruz says 'Trump accounts' are personal Social Security accounts

Sen. Ted Cruz argued that proposed 'Trump accounts' would function as personal Social Security accounts, raising privatization concerns.

Ottawa Charge advance to Walter Cup Final in 4-3 2OT win

Michela Cava scores a double-OT winner as Ottawa beats Boston Fleet 4-3 to reach the Walter Cup Final.

Mortal Kombat II tops opening day, outperforms Devil Wears Prada 2

Mortal Kombat II claimed the US opening-day lead at the box office; critics call it brutal, dumb fun.

Barcelona vs Real Madrid, LaLiga title‑deciding Clásico

Marcus Rashford and Ferran Torres scored to put Barcelona 2-0 up at halftime at the Spotify Camp Nou.

Ajay Mitchell leads Thunder to 131-108 Game 3 win over Lakers

Ajay Mitchell posted 24 points and 10 assists as the Oklahoma City Thunder routed the Lakers 131-108 to take a 3-0 series lead.

Brice Turang walk-off gives Brewers sweep of Yankees

Turang hit a 411‑ft, 104.1 mph walk-off homer off David Bednar in the 9th to complete Milwaukee's three-game sweep.

San Diego Wave beat Angel City FC 2-1, Angel City drops fourth straight

San Diego Wave defeated Angel City FC 2-1 at BMO Stadium; Mimi Van Zanten scored and Claire Emslie returned for Angel City.

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, players praise Korean food and customization

Players are sharing in-game scenes praising Tomodachi Life's Korean dishes and deep Mii customization in the new release.

Roast of Kevin Hart, Netflix special airs

Netflix's live Roast of Kevin Hart featured high‑profile roasters including Tom Brady and Chelsea Handler.

UFC 328, Volkov wins decision; Joshua Van retains flyweight title

Alexander Volkov earned a decision victory, while Joshua Van retained the UFC flyweight belt with a fifth-round TKO of Tatsuro Taira.

Minnesota Wild beat Avalanche 5-1, cut series to 2-1

Jesper Wallstedt made 34 saves; Matt Boldy's empty‑netter sealed the Wild's 5-1 Game 3 victory over Colorado.

Claudia Martínez's late goal lifts Washington Spirit to 1-0 road win

Martínez scored the winner at Lumen Field as the Spirit stretched their winning run to five matches.

Cole Caufield scores power-play goal to give Canadiens 2-1 lead

Caufield nets a power-play snap shot at 13:55 of the second period to put Montreal up 2-1.

Remains of U.S. soldier missing in Morocco recovered

Adam Yates abandons Giro d'Italia after Stage 2 crash

Britain's Adam Yates withdrew from the Giro with delayed concussive symptoms after a massive 30-rider crash on Stage 2.

TCM airs Gone With the Wind as a memorial tribute to Ted Turner

Turner tributes on TCM include a scheduled Gone With the Wind broadcast and viewer watch parties.