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Carolina Hurricanes beat Philadelphia Flyers, 4-1
sportsCarolina Hurricanes beat Philadelphia Flyers, 4-1
Canes win 4-1; Andrei Svechnikov scored a power-play goal and Nikolaj Ehlers added another to seal the game.
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Hantavirus outbreak aboard MV Hondius kills three, WHO says not a pandemic
scienceHantavirus outbreak aboard MV Hondius kills three, WHO says not a pandemic
At least three deaths and several confirmed Andes hantavirus cases on cruise ship MV Hondius; WHO urges monitoring but says no pandemic.
Sir David Attenborough marks 100th birthday; wasp named in his honour
natureSir David Attenborough marks 100th birthday; wasp named in his honour
Centennial tributes pour in and scientists named a parasitic wasp after Attenborough to mark his 100th birthday.
Critical Role Campaign 4, Episode 25 spoilers
tvCritical Role Campaign 4, Episode 25 spoilers
Episode 25 lays bare the Photarch’s plan, spotlights villain Yannessa/Halovar, and ends on a 'Grandma' fake‑resurrection cliffhanger.
New Star Fox game shocks fans, soundtrack added to Nintendo Music
gamingNew Star Fox game shocks fans, soundtrack added to Nintendo Music
Nintendo unveiled a new Star Fox entry; fans are split over redesigns as several soundtrack tracks hit Nintendo Music.
Takashi Tezuka to retire as Nintendo executive in June
gamingTakashi Tezuka to retire as Nintendo executive in June
Veteran designer Takashi Tezuka will retire as Nintendo executive officer on June 26, ending a 40+ year career.
Southampton council leader Alex Winning loses seat
politicsSouthampton council leader Alex Winning loses seat
Alex Winning was defeated in Shirley ward by Liberal Democrat Rebecca McCreanor, 1,229 to 1,088.
TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman resigns
journalismTVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman resigns
Maiki Sherman left TVNZ after a Parliament suspension and controversy over an alleged slur and reporting complaints.
Resident Evil Requiem adds free 'Leon Must Die Forever' mode
gamingResident Evil Requiem adds free 'Leon Must Die Forever' mode
Capcom released a free update for Requiem introducing 'Leon Must Die Forever', a roguelike minigame with permadeath and randomized gear.
Canvas hack strands students during finals, universities postpone exams
techCanvas hack strands students during finals, universities postpone exams
Canvas users hit a ransom message; multiple universities have paused or delayed finals and access to course materials.
Mount Dukono eruption kills three hikers, several missing
natureMount Dukono eruption kills three hikers, several missing
Eruption on Halmahera sent ash about 10 km into the sky; three hikers died and others remain missing after a banned climb.
Early English council results show Reform gains, Labour losses
politicsEarly English council results show Reform gains, Labour losses
BBC live counts show Reform UK making early seat gains while Labour records losses in initial English council tallies.
Charli XCX drops single 'Rock Music', leans into guitar‑driven sound
musicCharli XCX drops single 'Rock Music', leans into guitar‑driven sound
New one‑minute single 'Rock Music' and its video shift Charli toward crunchy guitars, splitting fans over its brevity and style.
Stephen Colbert to host Strike Force Five as Late Show winds down
tvStephen Colbert to host Strike Force Five as Late Show winds down
With The Late Show ending May 21, Colbert will host Strike Force Five and David Letterman is reported to appear.
Rick Ross and French Montana face off in a Verzuz event
musicRick Ross and French Montana face off in a Verzuz event
A live Verzuz showdown between Rick Ross and French Montana is airing now, drawing mixed reactions from viewers.
Russia scales down Victory Day parade, omits tanks as Moscow faces drone attacks
newsRussia scales down Victory Day parade, omits tanks as Moscow faces drone attacks
For the first time in years Russia will parade soldiers without tanks on Red Square; reports say Ukraine launched drones near Moscow ahead of May 9.
Rays beat Red Sox 8-4 at Fenway, Jake Bennett takes the loss
sportsRays beat Red Sox 8-4 at Fenway, Jake Bennett takes the loss
Tampa Bay rallied for an 8-4 win; Hunter Bigge earned the victory while Red Sox rookie Jake Bennett allowed 4 earned runs.
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Inmates punished for speaking about Ghislaine Maxwell, CNN reports
newsInmates punished for speaking about Ghislaine Maxwell, CNN reports
CNN reports some prisoners say they faced punishment after publicly discussing Maxwell and her reported treatment in custody.
Sir David Attenborough celebrates 100th birthday
natureSir David Attenborough celebrates 100th birthday
The broadcaster marks his 100th year with podcasts, tributes and an online birthday card for fans to sign.
CBS cancels The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Letterman blasts owners
tvCBS cancels The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Letterman blasts owners
CBS reportedly axed The Late Show; David Letterman called the network 'lying weasels' after the cancellation.
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Takashi Tezuka to retire as Nintendo executive in June
Takashi Tezuka will retire as an executive officer and from Nintendo's board effective June 26, 2026, ending a career at the company spanning more than 40 years. Tezuka helped design and direct landmark Nintendo projects, from early work on the original Super Mario Bros. to directing Super Mario World, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, and Yoshi's Island, and he produced Super Mario Bros. Wonder. His level design and creative leadership shaped core mechanics and puzzles that defined Mario and Zelda gameplay, making his departure a significant moment for Nintendo's long-serving creative leadership.
[Retirement] Takashi Tezuka is retiring from his position of Executive Officer at Nintendo on Jun 26. Some of his most notable contributions include working alongside Shigeru Miyamoto to create games like Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda for the NES.
OatmealDome7Read more about Tezuka: 🔗 en.wikipedia.org Source: 🔗 www.nintendo.co.jp
squiddu3oh wow we really are hitting a new era for nintendo huh his output in recent years has been more spotty, but goddamn it he is mainly responsible for a LOT of great games, gonna suck to lose him completely i have faith in the new blood though 🧡
