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.

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.

May Day, Beltane and International Workers' Day observances

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

Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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

Spirit Airlines prepares to shut down as rescue deal collapses

After a $500M bailout faltered and bondholders balked, Spirit is moving to liquidate aircraft and wind down operations.

Millions drop ACA coverage after Congress lets Obamacare subsidies expire

Democrats Blame Chuck Schumer for Failed Senate Recruitment

Democratic insiders say Schumer's meddling in a Maine Senate recruitment helped trigger a primary shock and caucus backlash.

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.

Cuban immigrant Denny Adán González dies in Georgia ICE detention

Denny Adán González, 33, died at the Stewart detention centre; ICE says death is being investigated as a suicide, the 18th custody death this year.

Andy Burnham plots return to Westminster 'within weeks', allies say

Greater Manchester mayor has a plan to run for a Commons seat soon, reportedly lining up MPs to step aside.

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.

Jury convicts ex-Florida Rep. David Rivera of secretly lobbying for Venezuela

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.

Bandcamp Friday, artists push releases and special sales

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

Kemi Badenoch criticised for using Bloody Sunday footage

She posted a Conservative Party video praising the British Army that included soldiers' Bloody Sunday footage; MPs and victims' families condemned it.

FFXIV Fan Fest 2026 goody bag back in stock on Square Enix store

Limited quantities of the Final Fantasy XIV Fan Fest 2026 goody bag and merch returned to the Square Enix online store.

Large bets placed on oil and defence before Trump’s Iran announcement, reports say

Trading activity flagged, roughly $500M in war-related bets on oil and defence were placed hours before Trump's public post.

Miami Grand Prix practice, Verstappen fastest as Mercedes reports power issues

Verstappen topped FP1 in Miami while Mercedes suffered power-unit troubles during the session.