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Terri Irwin provided an encouraging health update on her daughter Bindi during the 2026 Steve Irwin Gala in Las Vegas, noting Bindi's improved condition with endometriosis but her need to skip travel-heavy events. Bindi's ongoing advocacy highlights her decade-long struggle and surgeries, aiming to support other women facing undiagnosed pain.
Senator Elizabeth Warren has accused former President Trump's Iran war of causing Spirit Airlines' shutdown through skyrocketing fuel prices, amid partisan finger-pointing over the carrier's collapse. As jet fuel costs ease slightly to $4.13 per gallon, Trump's administration pushes humanitarian shipping initiatives while reviewing Iranian peace proposals with skepticism.
Questerre Energy Corporation has closed the sale of its non-operated interests in the Kakwa Central assets for $23.5 million, effective May 1, 2026, allowing the company to focus on its Quebec Utica shale discovery. The deal includes cash proceeds and the transfer of liabilities, aligning with Questerre's commitment to responsible energy development.
The 2026 Met Gala, set for May 4 with co-chairs Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour, highlights the event's evolution to its iconic first Monday in May slot since 2005. The article explores its history, planning intricacies, costs, seating strategies, and rules, drawing on quotes from insiders to reveal the behind-the-scenes world of fashion's biggest night.
The Montreal Canadiens advanced to the second round of the NHL playoffs with a 2-1 Game 7 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning, thanks to Alex Newhook's game-winning goal and Jakub Dobes' stellar goaltending. The series was a historic seven-game thriller, all decided by one goal, setting up a matchup against the Buffalo Sabres.
GameStop has proposed a $55.5 billion acquisition of eBay, offering a 20% premium and planning significant cost synergies under CEO Ryan Cohen's leadership. The deal, funded by cash and stock with secured financing, aims to boost earnings and integrate physical stores with eBay's platform, though regulatory hurdles remain.
Whitney Leavitt announced her departure from Hulu's 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' during her final Broadway performance in 'Chicago' on May 3. The exit comes amid production halts due to cast controversies, with uncertainty surrounding the show's future and Leavitt's shift toward film and theater.
A suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has killed three people and sickened others, prompting WHO investigations into the rare rodent-borne illness. Experts detail the virus's history, symptoms, high fatality rates, and prevention measures amid ongoing research into treatments.
Ukrainian drone strikes in Russia's Belgorod Region on Sunday killed two civilians and injured four, damaging residential areas, according to regional governor Vyacheslav Gladkov. The attacks are part of an escalating pattern of cross-border operations, prompting Russian accusations of deliberate civilian targeting with Western aid.
GameStop has made an unsolicited $56 billion bid to acquire eBay, offering $125 per share in a cash-and-stock deal to position the combined company as a stronger competitor to Amazon. Led by CEO Ryan Cohen, the proposal includes cost cuts and integration of GameStop's retail stores, though eBay's response remains pending amid questions about feasibility.
Three people have died and three others fallen ill from hantavirus on an Oceanwide Expeditions cruise ship in the Atlantic, highlighting the virus's rarity and lethality. Experts detail symptoms, transmission via rodents, historical outbreaks, and prevention strategies, drawing parallels to recent cases like that of Gene Hackman's wife.
Romy Ash's new eco-fiction novel 'Mantle' imagines a fungal pandemic in Tasmania that forces characters to confront their ties to nature amid personal loss and environmental decay. Drawing on COVID-19 reflections, the book explores nuanced conservation ethics without easy villains, highlighting class divides in environmentalism.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has suggested new government powers to potentially ban pro-Palestinian marches in response to their impact on the Jewish community after a stabbing in London. The announcement coincides with the UK raising its terrorism threat level to 'severe' amid concerns over antisemitic violence linked to the Gaza conflict.
U.S. and Philippine forces deployed the NMESIS anti-ship missile system in Batanes near Taiwan during joint war games, testing its capabilities amid rising China tensions. The exercises involve over 17,000 troops and highlight contingency plans for potential conflict spillover, drawing criticism from Beijing.
A 48-year-old passenger on United Flight 1837 allegedly attacked a flight attendant and tried to access the cockpit during landing at Newark Airport, leading to his detention and psychiatric evaluation. The incident highlights the rising number of unruly passenger cases, with the FAA investigating amid broader aviation safety concerns.
New Zealand's recently signed free trade agreement with India promises economic growth through expanded market access but has faced criticism over investment obligations and immigration risks. While the $33 billion investment target is aspirational and labor provisions focus on temporary skilled mobility, political debates continue amid an election year.
CNET's 2026 review of top record players highlights the vinyl boom, recommending models like the Fluance RT82 for overall best value and the Rega Planar 3 for premium performance. The article details expert testing insights, features, and considerations for buyers across budgets.
In 2021, scientists at Utah's Telescope Array detected the ultra-high-energy cosmic ray Amaterasu, the second most powerful ever recorded, originating from an untraceable source and challenging current astrophysical models. The event, with energy of 2.4 x 10^20 eV, echoes the 1991 Oh-My-God particle and prompts ongoing research into cosmic ray origins and potential new physics.
A CNET guide helps fans navigate the Star Wars franchise's 50-year timeline amid excitement for upcoming projects like Ryan Gosling's Starfighter and The Mandalorian & Grogu. It details chronological, release, and machete viewing orders, plus non-canon content, all mostly available on Disney Plus.
Former Nintendo executive Reggie Fils-Aimé revealed that Amazon sought illegal financial support from Nintendo in the 2000s to undercut Walmart, leading to a years-long sales halt. The companies have since reconciled, with Amazon now selling Nintendo products like the upcoming Switch 2.
