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CJ McCollum Leads Hawks' Late Comeback to Beat Knicks in Game 2
Led by guard CJ McCollum, the Atlanta Hawks rallied late to upset the New York Knicks and even the playoff series at 1-1.
Brazilian Triathlete Identified After Drowning in Texas Ironman Race
Officials identified the athlete who died during the swimming leg of last weekend’s Texas Ironman race as a 38-year-old woman from Brazil.
Study Finds Cash Use Has Rebounded in Australia
A new Reserve Bank survey says Australians are using cash more often again after years of decline, with about 15% of payments in 2025 made in banknotes and coins. Cash is still used most for small purchases, and support remains strong among older, lower-income and regional users, while the government’s cash-acceptance rules for major grocery stores and petrol stations may help keep it around. The survey also points to fewer bank branches and ATMs, which makes the comeback feel a little less like nostalgia and a little more like necessity.
Canadian Tourist Killed in Shooting at Mexico’s Teotihuacán Pyramids
A Canadian tourist was killed and six other people were wounded when an armed man opened fire at the Teotihuacán pyramids near Mexico City, one of Mexico’s best-known tourist sites. The shooting happened on Monday at lunchtime and was captured on mobile phone video, adding another violent incident as Mexico prepares to co-host the World Cup in June.
Taxpayer-Funded Legal Aid for Deportation Appeals Reaches Record High
Official figures show taxpayer-funded legal aid for immigration cases has risen sharply, from 234 cases in 2013/14 to 2,200 in 2024/25. The funding comes through Exceptional Case Funding, and critics say human rights claims under the ECHR have widened access beyond what Parliament originally intended. The Home Office says it is moving to reform human rights laws and the appeals system to cut costs and speed up removals.
Philadelphia school district revises facilities plan before Thursday vote
Philadelphia schools have released twelve final changes to their facilities master plan ahead of a Thursday board vote on a resolution to adopt it. The plan now raises the projected cost from $2.8 billion to $3 billion, increases the number of schools slated for modernization from 159 to 169, keeps six co-locations in place, and cuts recommended closures from 20 to 17. District leaders say the revisions reflect feedback and review, while the teachers union is warning that funding gaps could leave the district with unfinished work and more schools still in poor condition.
Southwest Jets Take Evasive Action to Avoid Midair Collision Near Nashville
A Southwest flight was directed into the path of another departing flight from Nashville this weekend, forcing both planes to take evasive action. The aircraft passed within 500 feet of each other.
Cotswolds wedding venue loses appeal over noise rules, including brass band ban
A planning inspector has upheld strict noise restrictions on Euridge Manor, a Cotswolds wedding venue on a 450-acre estate, after neighbours complained about noise and traffic. The rules include a ban on outdoor brass bands, limits on guest access to a hill where sound carries, and self-closing doors to help contain noise. The venue had argued the conditions were unreasonable and said weddings bring about £2 million a year into the local economy, but the appeal was dismissed.
Flyers shut out Penguins 3-0 to take 2-0 playoff series lead
Dan Vladar made 27 saves for a shutout, and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-0 in Game 2 to grab a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series. Porter Martone scored again, Garnet Hathaway added a short-handed goal, and Luke Glendening finished it with an empty-netter as Pittsburgh went 0 for 5 on the power play and failed to solve Philadelphia’s defense. The series now shifts to Philadelphia for Game 3 on Wednesday.
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