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Sign inWorld May 3, 2026 11:49 AM EDT CASABLANCA, Morocco (AP) — Two U.S. service members are missing in southwestern Morocco after taking part in annual multinational military exercises in the North African country, the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) said Sunday. The service members are U.S. Army soldiers who went missing while on a hike, a U.S. defense official told The Associated Press on condition of anonymity as they were not allowed to speak publicly about the issue. READ MORE: Why Gen Z protests are shaking Morocco and how the government has responded "They were not actively taking part in any training. The day's exercises had concluded, and, from our understanding, they were out on a recreational hike," the official said. AFRICOM said the U.S., Morocco and other countries participating in the African Lion exercise have launched a search and rescue operation. "The incident remains under investigation and the search is ongoing," it said in a statement. The incident happened on Saturday at about 9 p.m., the Moroccan military said, near the Cap Draa Training Area near Tan Tan, close to the Atlantic Ocean. The terrain is mountainous, a mix of desert and semidesert plains. The search team includes helicopters,
World May 3, 2026 4:46 PM EDT CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — A suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has killed three people and sickened at least three others, the World Health Organization said Sunday. In a statement to The Associated Press, the WHO said an investigation was underway but that at least one case of hantavirus had been confirmed. Hantavirus, found throughout the world, is spread by contact with urine or feces of infected rodents, most often rats or mice. One of the patients was in intensive care in a South African hospital, the U.N.'s health agency said, adding that it was working with authorities to evacuate two other passengers with symptoms from the ship. "Detailed investigations are ongoing, including further laboratory testing, and epidemiological investigations," WHO said. "Medical care and support are being provided to passengers and crew. Sequencing of the virus is also ongoing." READ MORE: What is hantavirus, the infection that killed Betsy Arakawa in New Mexico? Hantavirus infections are typically linked to exposure to the feces or urine of infected rodents, WHO said. While rare, WHO said they can be spread between people and they can lead to severe
The Devil Wears Prada 2 opened to $77 million in North American theaters this weekend—topping the box office and bumping the Michael Jackson biopic Michael to second place, which crossed $400 million globally in its second weekend, according to studio estimates on Sunday.This weekend marked the official start of Hollywood's summer movie season, a crucial 18-week corridor that runs through Labor Day and often accounts for around 40 percent of the annual box office. With no major Marvel film leading the charge— the typical kickoff slot—the combined performance of The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Michael represented a substantial validation of mid-budget star-driven films and music biopics. The Devil Wears Prada 2 alone outperformed last year's summer kickoff Marvel film Thunderbolts, signaling that audiences continue to embrace stories without superhero IP attached.According to PostTrak exit polls, women drove the box office for the 20-year-old fashion franchise's return, making up about 76 percent of ticket buyers, with 74 percent saying they would "definitely recommend" the movie to friends. Meanwhile, Michael demonstrated staying power by holding onto $54 million in its sophomore frame. ...Opening WeekendThe Walt Disney Co.'s 20th Century Studios opened The Devil Wears Prada 2 in 4,150 locations across North
The former New York City mayor is "critical but stable," his spokesman said.May 3, 2026, 7:11 PMRudy Giuliani is hospitalized in critical condition, his spokesman said on Sunday. The spokesman, Ted Goodman, said in a statement the 81-year-old former New York City mayor is critical but stable.The statement does not say what happened.Popular Reads"Mayor Rudy Giuliani is currently in the hospital, where he remains in critical but stable condition," the statement said. "Mayor Giuliani is a fighter who has faced every challenge in his life with unwavering strength, and he's fighting with that same level of strength as we speak. We do ask that you join us in prayer for America's Mayor -- Rudy Giuliani."Giuliani served as New York City's mayor from 1994 to 2001.
26 minutes agoOsmond ChiaBusiness reporterReuters/Nick ZieminskiVideo game retail chain GamesStop confirmed to the BBC on Sunday that it is making a $56bn (£41bn) unsolicited takeover offer for e-commerce firm eBay.GameStop's chief executive Ryan Cohen told the Wall Street Journal that he sees potential to make eBay a much bigger rival to Amazon, "worth hundreds of billions of dollars".Cohen said his company has built a stake of around 5% in eBay and that the cash and stock takeover offer would value eBay at $125 a share, around 20% higher than its closing price on Friday.The BBC has contacted eBay for comment.Cohen also said that GameStop has a commitment letter from TD Bank to provide around $20bn in debt to help finance the deal.
Nation May 3, 2026 6:38 PM EDT FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — The first beagles removed from a Wisconsin dog breeding and research facility that was the site of recent protests seemed to know right away that they were safe. "They started within an hour or so coming up to us, wanting attention. Some crawled in people's laps. Every single one of them are super sweet," Lauree Simmons, president and founder of Big Dog Ranch Rescue, said Sunday. "I think they are loving the attention. I just know they know they're safe." Big Dog Ranch Rescue and the Center for a Humane Economy negotiated a confidential agreement to purchase the 1,500 dogs for an undisclosed price from Ridglan Farms, where police used tear gas and pepper spray to repel activists trying to take beagles from the facility last month. Protesters also broke into the facility in March and took 30 dogs. Sixty-three people were referred by the sheriff's department to the district attorney for potential charges related to that break-in. Talks to purchase the animals began months before the April disturbance, and Simmons said her group wasn't connected to the protests. Now, Big Dog Ranch Rescue is working with partners
Updated May 3, 2026, 1:25 p.m. ETPresident Donald Trump's disapproval numbers hit a record high in a new poll, the latest in a series of surveys painting a gloomy picture for the president six months out from the November midterm elections.In the latest Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll, Trump's disapproval rating hit 62%, an all-time high from the survey's history throughout both terms in office.The high disapproval rate came alongside souring opinions on Trump's handling of the Iran war, the economy and cost of living, issues that the president has consistently been polling poorly on over the last few months.Trump’s overall approval rating in the new survey is 37%, dropping two points from the pollster's February figures. It's a few points higher from a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll released April 28, which put the president at a dismal 34% approval rating − a record low in that survey's history. The New York Times' daily average of Trump's approval numbers is slightly higher, tracking a 39% approval and 58% disapproval as of May 3.The most recent survey was conducted among 2,560 U.S. adults, Apr. 24-28. The margin of error is ±2.2 percentage points.On the Iran war, 66% of Americans disapprove of Trump's actions,
By Jordan Freiman News Editor Jordan Freiman is a news editor for CBSNews.com. He covers breaking news, trending stories, sports and crime. Jordan has previously worked at Spin and Death and Taxes. Read Full Bio Updated on: May 3, 2026 / 7:31 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google A man was arrested Saturday at President Trump's Doral National Golf Club just outside of Miami after an alleged disturbance, the U.S. Secret Service said.Mr. Trump was not at the club at the time, Secret Service said.According to Secret Service Miami acting special agent in charge Michael Townsend, a man approached a security area at the golf club at around 4:15 p.m. He then became "disruptive and failed to comply with lawful orders," Townsend said in a statement. The man "made physical contact with a member of the Secret Service and was taken into custody without further incident," he said. The man, who was not immediately identified, was arrested by the Doral Police Department and charged with disorderly conduct and resisting without violence, Townsend said."At no point did this situation impact the established security posture for the President's visit to Trump Doral National Golf Club by Secret Service,"
World May 3, 2026 12:02 PM EDT VIENNA (AP) — Police in eastern Austria say a 39-year-old suspect has been arrested after rat poison turned up in some HiPP baby food jars on supermarket shelves in central Europe. HiPP, which recalled some of its baby food jars in Austria, Slovakia and the Czech Republic after the case came to light last month, said in a statement Saturday it was "greatly relieved" by the arrest, and would provide further updates as verified details come in. WATCH: Study finds many supermarket baby foods are unhealthy. Here's what parents should know The Burgenland State Criminal Police Office, under the direction of prosecutors, said a probe was launched after poison turned up in a baby food jar purchased at a supermarket in the city of Eisenstadt on April 18. It said the suspect was being questioned, and that no further details would be immediately provided. The Burgenland public prosecutor's office has announced an investigation into suspected "intentional endangerment of the public." In an email to The Associated Press on Sunday, the Burgenland police office said the suspect was arrested in Salzburg state, to the west. The Austrian Press Agency reported that an expert report
From left, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C., and FBI Director Kash Patel conduct a news conference at the Department of Justice about Cole Tomas Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Association dinner shooting, on Monday, April 27, 2026.Tom Williams | Cq-roll Call, Inc. | Getty ImagesU.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro said Sunday that the alleged White House Correspondents' Association dinner shooter, Cole Tomas Allen, shot a Secret Service agent as he attempted to storm the Washington Hilton ballroom last weekend. Pirro, speaking on CNN's "State of the Union," said new ballistics evidence showed the agent's protective vest contained a buckshot pellet from the Mossberg pump action shotgun Allen allegedly carried on the night of the shooting.Allen has been charged by federal prosecutors with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump in the shooting that left one Secret Service agent shot but uninjured. Prosecutors have also charged Allen with the discharge of a firearm during a crime of violence, but until Pirro's comments, law enforcement officials had not disclosed whose bullet hit the agent. "It is definitively his bullet," Pirro said. "He had every intention to kill him
News ArticlePublishedMay 03, 2026 at 05:54 PM EDTBy Hollie SilvermanDeputy Weekend EditorAuthorities are investigating after a United Airlines flight arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport struck a light pole along the New Jersey Turnpike during its landing on Sunday afternoon, WABC reported, citing officials. The airline reported no injuries among the 221 passengers and 10 crew members on board, according to the report.Newark is one of the nation’s busiest airports, and even minor landing incidents can trigger broader safety reviews. The incident raises questions about approach procedures, airport infrastructure, and whether the aircraft’s path or external factors contributed to the strike, especially in the wake of the deadly crash at LaGuardia airport that killed two pilots in March.Newsweek reached out to the FAA, United Airlines and Port Authority by email Sunday for more information. This is a breaking news story. Updates to come. ...
Cole Tomas Allen, the 31-year-old California man charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) Dinner last Saturday, is "no longer on suicide status" at the Correctional Treatment Facility at the D.C. jail complex, according to a court filing submitted Sunday.Allen's federal public defenders withdrew an earlier motion seeking his removal from suicide status, telling the court the request is now moot. The filing comes as the high-profile federal case against Allen continues to unfold, with significant new evidence emerging in recent days about the shooting at the Washington Hilton.The ContextThe court filing offers a brief but notable update in one of the most closely watched federal prosecutions of the year. Allen faces life in prison if convicted of the attempted assassination count alone, and his defense team has signaled it may eventually press for his release before trial.The status of his mental health while in custody is also a matter of legal significance, as it could affect future proceedings, evaluations, and any potential defense strategies.What the Filing SaysThe filing was submitted by Assistant Federal Public Defenders Tezira Abe and Eugene Ohm. It asks U.S. Magistrate Judge Moxila A. Upadhyaya to vacate a
AFRICOM says search and rescue operations under way in southwestern Morocco during African Lion exercise.The United States military says two service members participating in a multinational military exercise in Morocco are missing.In a statement on Sunday, its African Command (AFRICOM) said the pair went missing on Saturday close to the Cap Draa Training Area near the city of Tan Tan in the country’s southwest.“The incident remains under investigation and the search is on-going,” it added in a statement.AFRICOM said the US, Morocco and other countries taking part in the annual African Lion exercise have launched search and rescue operations involving ground, air and maritime assets.African Lion is the largest annual joint military exercise that the US takes part in on the continent.It is hosted by Morocco, Ghana, Senegal and Tunisia, and its stated aim is to strengthen “interoperability among participants and build readiness to respond to crises and contingencies in Africa and around the world”.
May 3, 2026, 4:51 p.m. ET"Full House" alumna Jodie Sweetin is setting the record straight on the "normal" life she lives, despite being a child star.The 44-year-old actress revealed in the April 21 episode of "The McBride Rewind" podcast that she received "a one-cent check the other day," her royalties from starring as middle child Stephanie Tanner during the show's eight-year run. Sweetin reprised her character in the 2016 to 2020 Netflix reboot, "Fuller House.""There's no syndication anymore because it's all in streaming," she noted. "Who gets paid for that? Nobody gets paid for that."TV actors receive residuals when the program is used beyond what is "covered by initial compensation": when it re-airs, comes out on video/DVD and is broadcast in syndication, according to SAG-AFTRA, the labor union covering screen and radio performers.Many actors rely on residuals to supplement their income until their next job arrives, but in the streaming era, those payments have plummeted, SAG-AFTRA has said."Sure, [in] my 20s, there would be money, but not reliable," Sweetin said. "You don't know how much it's going to be or how often they're going to run the show. So sometimes you're like, 'Oh, cool. That was nice.' Then sometimes you're
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A massive fire broke out Saturday afternoon at a laboratory building on the University of South Florida campus in St. Petersburg, authorities said.Campus police said fire crews were called to the Marine Science Laboratory building for a structure fire.No injuries have been reported, and the building was safely evacuated, police said.The cause of the fire is under investigation.LIGHTNING STRIKE TURNS 100-FOOT DINOSAUR INTO RAGING FIREBALL, STUNNING ONLOOKERS Firefighters work to extinguish a fire at the University of South Florida campus in St. Petersburg, Florida, on May 2, 2026. (Luis Santana/Tampa Bay Times via AP)Large plumes of gray smoke were seen rising from the building late Saturday.According to the Tampa Bay Times, students and staff were alerted to the fire shortly before 6 p.m. First responders work to extinguish a fire at the University of South Florida campus in St. Petersburg, Florida, on May 2, 2026. (Luis Santana/Tampa Bay Times via AP)The school sent an alert reading: "Urgent Alert. Fire reported in MSL, Marine Science Lab. Evacuate building. Avoid area. Emergency personnel responding."TWO INJURED AFTER EXPLOSION RIPS THROUGH CHEMICAL PLANT, SPARKING HAZMAT RESPONSE, SHELTER-IN-PLACE ORDERSt. Petersburg Fire Chief Michael Lewis said more than
News ArticlePublishedMay 03, 2026 at 02:07 PM EDTBy Jordan SiglerThe Philadelphia 76ers pulled off an upset in round one against the Boston Celtics in a seven-game series. Now, the 76ers are trying to protect their home court from visiting fans in the Eastern Conference Semifinals.More News: Celtics Make Ugly NBA History in Game 7 Loss to 76ersNew York Knicks fans came in large numbers to Wells Fargo Center during the first round of the playoffs in 2024, prompting 76ers star center Joel Embiid to voice his disappointment in Philadelphia fans selling tickets to a rival fan base.The 76ers are trying to circumvent that happening again in the semifinals by limiting the purchase of tickets online to residents within the "Greater Philadelphia Area."Via the NBA:"Xfinity Mobile Arena is located in Philadelphia, PA. Sales to this event will be restricted to residents of Greater Philadelphia area. Residency will be based on credit card billing address. Orders by residents outside Greater Philadelphia area will be canceled without notice and refunds given."...More News: Joel Embiid is Worried About Knicks FansCertainly, there will be plenty of savvy Knicks fans who will circumvent the policy. Not to mention, there are Knicks fans who reside in the
A popular social media trend of racing through the hallways of Church of Scientology locations has come to Vancouver, with one teenager arrested though later released. Known as “speed running,” participants have entered the church’s Hollywood, Calif., locations and raced through hallways while attempting to avoid security guards and see how far they can get before being escorted out.In Vancouver, police attended the city’s Church of Scientology location on Saturday at about 3 p.m. after being made aware of a group of about 250 to 300 people gathering.“We received information that some of them were trying to get in, so we deployed police officers that were at other protests in the area,” said Sgt. Adam Donaldson with the Vancouver police. “At the rear there was some young people that managed to break a gate … but our members were able to prevent them from entering.” Story continues below advertisement Police used tactics to move the crown away from the church, he said, but at about 5 p.m. the group returned. Get breaking National news Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story. A 16-year-old male was arrested for a breach
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said Sunday the government has more evidence than an Instagram post supporting charges that former FBI Director James Comey threatened President Trump. Last year Mr. Comey posted a photo on Instagram depicting seashells on the beach arranged to read “86 47,” which many took as support for killing Mr. Trump. “This is not just about a single Instagram post,” Mr. Blanche said on NBC’s “Meet the Press.” “This is about a body of evidence that the grand jury collected over the series of about 11 months,” he said. “We will necessarily have to prove beyond a reasonable doubt, at trial, every element of this crime, which we’re prepared to do.” A grand jury in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina, where Mr. Comey took the seashell photo, indicted the former FBI director on two counts, threatening the president and transmitting a threat in interstate commerce. The charges carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. A redacted version of the indictment — the unredacted version is under seal — only references the Instagram post as evidence, saying “a reasonable recipient who is familiar with the circumstances would interpret [the
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said Sunday that the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey goes beyond the Instagram post central to his case.“This is not just about a single Instagram post,” Blanche told NBC News’ “Meet the Press” on Sunday. “This is about a body of evidence that [prosecutors] collected over the series of about 11 months. That evidence was presented to the grand jury.”Blanche said he was not “permitted” to share the other evidence against Comey that was collected, but added: “At the trial — a public trial that will be open to the public — everybody in this country will know exactly what evidence the government has against Mr. Comey.”Comey was indicted last week on charges alleging he threatened the life of the president after he posted a photo on Instagram of seashells forming the numbers “86 47.”When asked Wednesday whether he actually felt that his life was threatened by Comey’s post, President Donald Trump said, “Probably.”“Well, if anybody knows anything about crime, they know 86 — you know what 86 — it’s a mob term for kill him,” Trump added.Restaurant workers told NBC News the term is “everyday lingo,” noting is has nothing to do
Michigan Senate Democratic candidate Mallory McMorrow said on Sunday that deleting thousands of tweets trashing rural America reflects her authenticity rather than an effort to hide her past.A CNN report this week found that the Senate hopeful had deleted about 6,000 tweets — including posts mocking Middle America and bending the truth about where she was living, working, and voting. In a recent autobiography, McMorrow said she moved to Michigan in 2014, but on social media, she described herself as a California resident in 2016 and voted in California’s June 2016 primary, according to CNN. Reporter Manu Raju pressed McMorrow on the contradictions. “And I don’t need to tell you, but of course, you’re required to vote in the state where you’re a resident. So why were you voting in California two years after moving to Michigan?” Raju asked. “Like a lot of millennials, moving takes time,” McMorrow said, describing a “two-year process” before settling in Michigan from Southern California. “I registered to vote in Michigan in August of 2016 and voted in the general election in November that year.” McMorrow dodged when asked whether she should have voted in California while claiming to live in Michigan.“We still had our
May 3, 2026 / 6:25 AM EDT / CBS/AP Add CBS News on Google Colombian superstar Shakira gave a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday night, an event that the city's mayor said drew 2 million people to one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year, which also were attended by huge crowds that danced on the sprawling sands. For Shakira, it was part of her "Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran," or "Women No Longer Cry," world tour named after her 2024 album.Shakira's set kicked off around 11 p.m., more than an hour after the scheduled slot, to her fans screaming with excitement and frantic applause as skywriting drones flew overhead, spelling out in the sky, "I love you Brazil" in Portuguese.The megastar spoke fondly about the first time she came to Brazil, some three decades ago."I arrived here when I was 18 years old, dreaming about singing for you," Shakira told the crowd shortly after coming on stage. "And now look at this. Life is magical."The much-loved pop star sang fan favorites such as "Hips Don't Lie," "La Tortura" and "La Bicicleta."
Posted May 3, 2026 4:22 pm Updated May 3, 2026 4:24 pm 1 min read TORONTO – The Toronto Maple Leafs have named Mats Sundin senior executive adviser, hockey operations and John Chayka general manager, according to multiple reports. The moves mark a reset of the club’s front office after a season that ended with Toronto missing the playoffs.Sundin, the franchise’s former captain and all-time points leader, returns after 13 seasons with the team. Story continues below advertisement Chayka, 36, was previously the NHL’s youngest GM with the Arizona Coyotes and is known for an analytics-driven approach. Get breaking National news Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story. Both arrive with the organization still searching for its first Stanley Cup since 1967. A news conference is expected Monday.This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 3, 2026. © 2026 The Canadian Press
BAMAKO, Mali (AP) — A former Malian minister and critic of the ruling junta was abducted from his home by armed, hooded men, one of his family members told The Associated Press Sunday, as fallout spreads from a wave of armed attacks against the government in the conflict-battered West African nation.Mountaga Tall’s home in the capital, Bamako, was stormed shortly before midnight on Saturday, his relative Mahmoud Touré told AP. The men did not identify themselves, nor did they say why they were seizing Tall, but Touré said they were from the armed forces. “They did not explain why and did not present an arrest warrant,” he said. “The soldiers mistreated Mountaga Tall’s wife and took his phone.”Tall served as Mali’s education and science minister from 2016 to 2017 and is the president of the National Congress for Democratic Initiative, a political party opposed to the military government. As a lawyer, he represents politicians and other individuals who have been arrested for criticizing the junta. Mali was struck on April 26 by one of the biggest coordinated attacks on its army in Bamako and several other cities by jihadis and rebels who seized several towns and military bases. Several people
World May 3, 2026 12:02 PM EDT VIENNA (AP) — Police in eastern Austria say a 39-year-old suspect has been arrested after rat poison turned up in some HiPP baby food jars on supermarket shelves in central Europe. HiPP, which recalled some of its baby food jars in Austria, Slovakia and the Czech Republic after the case came to light last month, said in a statement Saturday it was "greatly relieved" by the arrest, and would provide further updates as verified details come in. WATCH: Study finds many supermarket baby foods are unhealthy. Here's what parents should know The Burgenland State Criminal Police Office, under the direction of prosecutors, said a probe was launched after poison turned up in a baby food jar purchased at a supermarket in the city of Eisenstadt on April 18. It said the suspect was being questioned, and that no further details would be immediately provided. The Burgenland public prosecutor's office has announced an investigation into suspected "intentional endangerment of the public." In an email to The Associated Press on Sunday, the Burgenland police office said the suspect was arrested in Salzburg state, to the west. The Austrian Press Agency reported that an expert report
A person was found dead after a vehicle plowed into a health club in downtown Portland, Oregon, early Saturday morning, police said. Investigators later found explosives inside the car.Portland police and the Portland fire and rescue department responded to the Multnomah Athletic Club shortly before 3am after the vehicle crashed through the front entrance and caught fire. Once the blaze was brought under control, a person was found dead inside the vehicle, police said in a statement.An explosive disposal unit was called in after evidence of an explosive device was discovered, police said.Sources said the driver of the vehicle was a former employee of the club, the Oregonian newspaper reported. According to investigators, one of the sources said, the former employee – allegedly disgruntled and with mental health issues – rented a car on Friday, which he used to drive into the building and around the first floor of the facility before setting off the explosive devices, believed to be a mix of propane tanks and pipe bombs, the Oregonian reported.The club’s first floor housed a casual restaurant, formal event spaces, a members’ lounge overlooking Providence Park, a retail store and the front desk. Other amenities included workout rooms, pools,
By Emily Mae Czachor News Editor Emily Mae Czachor is a reporter and news editor at CBSNews.com. She typically covers breaking news, extreme weather and issues involving social justice. Emily Mae previously wrote for outlets like the Los Angeles Times, BuzzFeed and Newsweek. Read Full Bio May 3, 2026 / 3:13 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google A former Spirit pilot received an impromptu retirement celebration when the airline's sudden shutdown led to the cancellation of what would have been his final flight. Captain Jon Jackson ended up on a Southwest Airlines flight to return home to Baltimore International Airport. Video captured the warm welcome he received upon arrival — complete with a bottle of champagne and a cheering crowd."This is very overwhelming," Jackson said, after the crowd encouraged him to give a speech. "I can't thank you all enough, As Spirit goes down, this is kind of a sad day, and you guys made it incredible. Thank you so much."Jackson had planned to take his retirement flight on a Spirit aircraft Saturday, marking the end of his career as a pilot for the airline, according to a statement from Southwest. But, when Spirit failed to
News ArticlePublishedMay 03, 2026 at 07:55 PM EDTBy Matt AudiletContributing Sports WriterMinnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards was upgraded to questionable on the team's injury report Sunday night, just one day before a Game 1 matchup against the San Antonio Spurs.This upgrade indicates that Edwards is attempting to return as soon as possible in the Timberwolves' second-round playoff series.Edwards suffered a bone bruise after hyperextending his left knee during a Game 4 victory over the Denver Nuggets in Round 1. He missed the next two games, but his teammates were able to close out the series in six games and advance to the next round.Initial reports suggested that Edwards would miss at least the first two games of the Timberwolves' second-round series against the Spurs, but this upgrade could mean an earlier-than-expected return for the All-Star guard."Edwards, who has missed the last two games with a left knee hyperextension and bone bruise, has been cleared for on-court basketball activities," the Timberwolves wrote in a release on Sunday. "He will be listed as questionable for Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals against the San Antonio Spurs."Edwards posted a YouTube video on Sunday titled "Don't count me out."“It’s the playoffs,” Edwards said
The San Diego Padres have reached an agreement to sell control of the team to an investor group led by Kwanza Jones and José E. Feliciano.The family of late owner Peter Seidler formally announced the deal Saturday. The sale must still be approved by Major League Baseball.The deal with private equity billionaire Feliciano and his wife took shape last month at an MLB-record valuation of $3.9 billion. The Padres' announcement of the deal didn't give specifics on the members of the investor group or the purchase price.“The Padres are more than a baseball team; they are a unifying force in San Diego, rooted in community, connection and belonging,” Jones and Feliciano said in a joint statement. “As life and business partners, and as a family, we are honored to lead this next chapter together. We have worked hard for everything we have achieved, and we have built it together. We see that same spirit in this team and its fans, and we know what it takes to win. We are committed to showing up, listening and earning the trust of this community while building on the strong foundation established by the Seidler family.“This is about more than baseball — it’s
News ArticlePublishedMay 02, 2026 at 04:29 PM EDTBy Hollie SilvermanDeputy Weekend EditorPortland police are investigating a deadly early‑morning crash at the Multnomah Athletic Club after a vehicle slammed into the building’s front entrance and caught fire, killing the driver and prompting a large emergency response. Officers and firefighters were called to the scene in the Goose Hollow neighborhood around 2:49 a.m. Saturday, where they found the vehicle fully engulfed in flames inside the doorway of the club at 1849 SW Salmon Street, a press release from the Portland Police Bureau (PPB) said.After firefighters extinguished the fire, responders discovered one person dead inside the vehicle. As investigators examined the wreckage, they found evidence of an explosive device, leading the PPB's Explosive Disposal Unit to secure the area and call in federal partners from the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. Technicians used specialized equipment to make the scene safe while officers expanded the perimeter and closed nearby streets.Police say it is too early to determine whether the crash was intentional, accidental, or connected to the device found inside the vehicle. Detectives from the PPB's Major Crimes Unit, along with federal investigators, are now working to piece together
May 2, 2026Updated May 3, 2026, 10:34 a.m. ETAtlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. exited Saturday night's game against the Colorado Rockies in the second inning due to what the team called "left hamstring tightness."Acuña hit a dribbler up the middle and didn't make it far down the first base line before he grabbed for his hamstring and hobbled towards first base. He was not putting much weight on his left leg.The 2023 NL MVP walked off the field under his own power, accompanied by trainers and coaches.Acuña, who went 1-for-2 at the plate and scored a run in the first inning, was replaced in right field by Eli White.The Braves had little trouble dispatching the Rockies without their star leadoff hitter, cruising to a 9-1 win. Chris Sale struck out 11 in the victory.Atlanta manager Walt Weiss said postgame Acuña is set to have an MRI, according to reporters who cover the team.This story has been updated with new information.