‘Furiosa’ edges out ‘Garfield’ to secure the top spot over the Memorial Day weekend
Furiosa narrowly beat Garfield at the box office during the holiday weekend. With an estimated $32 million in ticket sales over four days, “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga” emerged victorious over “The Garfield Movie,” which earned $31.1 million in its first weekend. The weekend saw one of the worst Memorial Day weekend box office performances in decades.
Heat-related howler monkey deaths in Mexico increase to 157
In Mexico, the number of heat-related howler monkey deaths has climbed to 157, with only a few undergoing treatment or recovering. The deaths are suspected to be due to heat stroke, with investigations ongoing in the Gulf coast state of Tabasco and Chiapas.
Quirky extreme races in the UK draw participants chasing cheese wheels and lugging sacks of wool
British competitors embraced extreme events like cheese rolling and the Tetbury Woolsack Races. These quirky traditions, dating back to the 17th and 19th centuries, respectively, involve chasing cheese wheels down a steep hill and carrying heavy sacks of wool.
Newgarden wins back-to-back at the Indy 500, marking Roger Penske’s 20th win
Josef Newgarden secured a back-to-back victory at the Indianapolis 500, giving Roger Penske his 20th win at the prestigious race. Newgarden’s win came amidst a cheating scandal, making him the first driver to win consecutive 500s since Helio Castroneves.
PGA Tour winner Grayson Murray dies from suicide
PGA Tour golfer Grayson Murray, aged 30, took his own life, according to his parents. Murray had been open about his struggles with mental health and alcoholism, and his death comes shortly after withdrawing from a tour event.
‘General Hospital’ actor Johnny Wactor shot and killed in Los Angeles
Former “General Hospital” actor Johnny Wactor was fatally shot while interrupting thieves stealing his car’s catalytic converter in downtown Los Angeles. Three suspects fled the scene after the shooting, leaving Wactor critically injured. He later succumbed to his injuries at a hospital.
Qatar Airways flight to Dublin hits turbulence, injuring twelve
A Qatar Airways flight bound for Dublin experienced turbulence over Turkey, resulting in twelve injuries among passengers and crew members. The plane landed safely in Dublin, with eight individuals requiring hospitalization for their injuries.
Braves’ Ronald Acuña Jr. sidelined for the season due to torn ACL
Atlanta Braves’ star player Ronald Acuña Jr. will miss the rest of the season after tearing his ACL during a game against Pittsburgh. Acuña suffered the injury while attempting to steal a base, marking an early end to his season.
Paris’ Champs-Elysees transforms into a mass picnic area for a unique dining experience
Parisians enjoyed a massive picnic on the Champs-Elysees Avenue, with 4,000 participants enjoying al fresco dining with delicacies from renowned chefs. The event, held as part of the Summer Olympics buildup, saw the iconic street transformed into a communal dining area.
Nicki Minaj’s England concert postponed following marijuana discovery by Dutch authorities
Singer Nicki Minaj’s concert in Manchester, England, was postponed after Dutch authorities found marijuana in her bags at an airport in Amsterdam. The show will be rescheduled, and tickets will remain valid for the new date, as Minaj dealt with the legal implications of the incident.
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