Makhachev retains lightweight title with submission victory over Poirier at UFC 302
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Islam Makhachev successfully defended his lightweight title and extended his winning streak to 14 fights, making it the third-longest streak in UFC history, by submitting Dustin Poirier in the fifth round at UFC 302. Despite facing a hostile crowd, Makhachev improved his record to 26-1 and hinted at a potential move to a higher weight class for new challenges. With his dominance at 155 pounds, where he defended his title for the third time, Makhachev solidified his position as the pound-for-pound best in UFC. Poirier fell short in his third bid for the undisputed title.
Live Nation investigates data breach at Ticketmaster subsidiary
Live Nation is looking into a data breach at its Ticketmaster subsidiary, which is a major player in ticketing for live events in the U.S. Live Nation, headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, disclosed in a regulatory filing that a criminal actor offered to sell Ticketmaster data on the dark web on May 27. Reports indicate that a hacking group called ShinyHunters has claimed responsibility for the breach and is demanding $500,000 for the stolen data, which includes names, addresses, phone numbers, and some credit card information of Ticketmaster customers.
Oregon closes entire coast to mussel harvesting due to shellfish poisoning
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Oregon authorities have shut down the entire coastline for mussel harvesting due to an unprecedented outbreak of shellfish poisoning. Additionally, parts of the Oregon coast are off-limits for harvesting razor clams, bay clams, and oysters. The Oregon Health Authority reported that at least 20 people have fallen ill due to paralytic shellfish poisoning. Officials are urging individuals who have consumed Oregon shellfish since May 13 to complete a survey to assist in identifying the cause of the outbreak and the number of affected individuals. Elevated toxin levels in shellfish along the coast were first detected approximately two weeks ago.
Chinese spacecraft lands on moon’s far side for rock collection amid space rivalry with U.S.
BEIJING (AP) — A Chinese spacecraft has successfully landed on the far side of the moon to gather rocks, heightening the space competition with the U.S. The landing module touched down on Sunday morning Beijing time, marking the sixth mission in the Chang’e moon exploration program and the second aimed at returning samples. China’s moon program is part of a broader rivalry with the U.S., as well as other countries like Japan and India, in the realm of space exploration. China has launched its own space station and regularly sends crews there.
Boeing’s inaugural astronaut flight postponed at last minute in fresh setback
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Boeing’s first astronaut flight was called off due to last-minute computer issues. Two NASA astronauts were prepared for liftoff in the company’s Starliner capsule on Saturday, but the countdown was halted. With no time to resolve the problem before the scheduled launch, the mission was canceled. There is a possibility of another attempt as early as Wednesday. If the launch does not proceed next week, it will be delayed until mid-June to address technical issues. NASA is seeking an alternative to SpaceX, which has been transporting astronauts since 2020.
Skier Jay Riccomini finds success on and off the slopes following public disclosure of transgender identity
COPPER MOUNTAIN, Colo. (AP) — Jay Riccomini, a prominent figure in the world of slopestyle skiing, has achieved success both competitively and personally after revealing his identity as a gay transgender man. Ranked third overall in the World Cup slopestyle standings last season, Riccomini is now being considered as a potential Olympian in 2026. In 2021, at the age of 17, he publicly shared his transgender identity on Instagram. In a recent interview with The Associated Press, Riccomini discussed his journey and the challenges he has overcome.
Downtown Atlanta experiences water service disruption, leading to business closures and boil water notice
Atlanta is addressing issues with its water system following burst water pipes in downtown and Midtown, prompting closures of businesses and attractions. Crews are working to restore service after problems began on Friday, with a boil water advisory issued for a large area of metro Atlanta. Efforts are underway to rebuild water pressure in the system. Water mains intersecting in downtown caused water to flood the streets, impacting hospitals, jails, and shelters, and resulting in the closure of attractions like the Georgia Aquarium.
Triple-A catcher injured by backswing discharged from hospital, recovering
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Payton Henry, a catcher for the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons, has been released from the hospital after being struck by a backswing and carted off the field. Henry expressed optimism about his recovery in a social media post, following an incident where he was hit in the head by a backswing from Syracuse Mets third baseman Pablo Reyes. The game was halted after the injury to ensure Henry could receive proper medical attention.
Daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt seeks to remove father’s last name through court petition
A daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt has filed a petition to legally remove “Pitt” from her name. Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt submitted the petition on her 18th birthday in Los Angeles County Superior Court, opting for the name Shiloh Nouvel Jolie. While Shiloh is the first of the siblings to pursue a name change, some of the other children have also distanced themselves from their father’s last name in recent years. Angelina Jolie filed for divorce from Brad Pitt in 2016, but the details of the divorce have not been finalized.
Jennifer Lopez cancels North American tour, cites personal reasons
NEW YORK (AP) — Jennifer Lopez has canceled her upcoming North American tour to prioritize spending time with her family. Live Nation confirmed the cancellation and noted that ticket holders will be refunded automatically. Lopez expressed regret over disappointing her fans, acknowledging the importance of her personal commitments at this time. The tour was set to support her first solo album in a decade, “This Is Me… Now,” and its accompanying film.
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