Tavares: From Lacrosse Prodigy to NHL Icon

Brendan Shanahan was drafted second overall by the New Jersey Devils in the 1987 NHL entry draft. He later played for the St. Louis Blues, reaching the 500-goal mark during his time there. Shanahan suffered a serious injury during a game against the Philadelphia Flyers when he collided with teammate Knuble. During the 2004–05 NHL lockout, Shanahan organized "The Shanahan Summit", a conference in Toronto.

The European F1 season opener in Imola sees teams implementing numerous car upgrades. Technical analyst Sam Collins will be breaking down the most impactful changes for viewers on F1TV.

The Thunder and Nuggets are facing off in the Western Conference semifinals. The series is tied at 1-1 after the Thunder won Game 2 in a dominant fashion, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scoring 34 points. The Thunder have been exceptional defensively throughout the playoffs, leading the league in steals, deflections, and opponent turnovers.

In a tense episode, Joel is attacked by one of the men he encounters. During the struggle, Joel sustains a serious stab wound but manages to kill his attacker in self-defense. The episode explores themes of survival and community, highlighting the importance of solidarity in overcoming adversity.

## Eason Chan: Hong Kong's Undisputed King of Cantopop Eason Chan, a name synonymous with Cantopop dominance, is a celebrated singer and actor. Since winning the New Talent Singing Competition in 1995, he's released over 40 albums and consistently topped charts. His influence on the Hong Kong music scene is undeniable, as recognized by Time Magazine in 2005. Chan's success extends beyond Hong Kong. He has won numerous awards across Asia and has become a global streaming sensation. Spotify ranks him among the top-streamed Chinese artists worldwide, solidifying his status as a musical titan. He holds multiple records, including ten "叱咤乐坛男歌手金奖" (RTHK's Top Male Singer) awards and ten consecutive "十大中文金曲最优秀流行男歌手大奖" (Top Ten Golden Songs Most Outstanding Male Vocalist) awards. His career highlights include selling out London's O2 Arena in 2012, becoming the first Cantopop artist to perform there, and headlining two sold-out shows at Beijing's National Stadium ("Bird's Nest") in 2016. He continues to tour internationally with his latest "Fear and Dreams" world tour, further cementing his position as a global music icon.

In 2016, Hailey Bieber appeared in Ralph Lauren and Vogue campaigns. She also collaborated with UGG on a footwear campaign alongside Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Bieber launched a handbag capsule collection with The Daily Edited in 2016. She trademarked her name "Hailey Bieber" for commercial use in 2018. In 2022, Bieber advocated for reproductive rights by appearing in a full-page advertisement in the New York Times alongside other celebrities.

Two contestants, ChéFilo and were eliminated from American Idol. The Top 10 performers are: Canaan James Hill, Gabby Samone, Mattie Pruitt, Thunderstorm Artis, Slater Nalley, Breanna Nix, John Foster, Kolbi Jordan, Josh King, and Jamal Roberts. Voting for "American Idol" 2025 can be done through the American Idol website.

Mitch Marner, a fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs growing up, was drafted by them fourth overall in 2015. He played exceptionally well alongside linemate Max Domi during the 2014-15 season. During his minor midget season, Marner considered his options for the next year. In the 2019-20 season, he recorded impressive stats with 35 goals and 62 assists in 72 games after a return to the traditional regular season format. He is currently 28 years old.

Auston Matthews scored twice, including the game-winning goal, to lead the Maple Leafs to a 2-0 victory over the Panthers. This win forces a Game 7 in their playoff series. Matthews had not scored against Florida in over a year before this game.

Victoria Day, celebrated on the Monday preceding May 25th, is a Canadian statutory holiday marking the birthday of Queen Victoria. Established in 1901 after her death, it was initially observed on May 24th or 25th. In 1952, an amendment moved the celebration to the Monday before May 25th. Victoria Day is a public holiday in seven provinces and three territories, with schools and most businesses closed. Notably, stores on Prince Edward Island are allowed to open on Sundays between Victoria Day and Christmas Day. While not a paid public holiday in New Brunswick, it is recognized as a prescribed day of rest.

The US Embassy in India has issued a warning stating that individuals found guilty of visa fraud will face permanent bans from entering the United States. The embassy emphasized that overstaying your visa does not determine how long you can remain in the US. The US is collaborating with emigration and transit countries to minimize border threats domestically and internationally. The embassy advises against solo travel, especially for women, within India. Additionally, U.S. government employees require prior authorization to travel to specific regions of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, as well as Manipur.

John Tavares, at age 34 and still a top scorer, is not retiring. Matt Dumba, at age 29, is excited about the upcoming season. Ryan Duchene, also 34, has found success with Nashville's rival team after being let go by them. Ryan Donato, 29 years old, was expected to be traded but remains on his current team.

Hailey Bieber began her modeling career appearing in campaigns for Ralph Lauren and Vogue Korea in 2016. She collaborated with UGG, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, and The Daily Edited on various projects. In 2018, she trademarked her name "Hailey Bieber" for commercial use. Bieber is also politically active, participating in the "Bans Off Our Bodies" campaign advocating for reproductive rights in 2022.

Craig Berube's career saw him traded three times within seven months following the 1990-91 season. He was later named head coach of the Flyers, replacing John Stevens. Berube returned to coach the Phantoms in the 2007-08 season. Notably, he became the second interim NHL head coach to lead his team to a Stanley Cup victory. Berube is of Métis and Cree descent.

Ethan Lehouillier, a 19-year-old from Georgetown, Ontario, has been charged with impaired driving causing death after a crash on Highway 401 in Etobicoke. The crash killed three children. Lehouillier was allegedly speeding while exiting the highway at Renforth Drive. He also faces charges of dangerous driving causing death and dangerous driving causing bodily harm. Police are seeking witnesses who saw the Dodge Caravan before the crash.

John Tavares is a Canadian professional ice hockey forward and alternate captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs in the National Hockey League (NHL). Born on September 20, 1990, he excelled at both lacrosse and hockey. He followed in his uncle's footsteps, John Tavares (lacrosse), the all-time scoring leader in the National Lacrosse League (NLL). Tavares played for various teams throughout his youth, including the Mississauga Senators of the GTHL, where he won the minor atom championship. Notably, he achieved nine multi-goal games before turning 21, a feat matched by only one other player for the Islanders before that age.

American ice hockey player Seth Jones was born in 1994. He plays defense for the Florida Panthers of the NHL. Jones' father, Ronald "Popeye" Jones, is a former NBA power forward and current assistant coach for the Denver Nuggets. Jones was drafted by the Nashville Predators as the fourth overall pick. During his time with the Columbus Blue Jackets, he became one of their top defensemen, averaging over 24 minutes of ice time per game.

Right-wing nationalist George Simion won the first round of Romania's presidential election rerun. Simion, an admirer of Donald Trump, campaigned against providing military support to Ukraine and is skeptical of the EU. He could attract voters who backed former prime minister Victor Ponta in the second round. Simion stated that future relations with Kyiv would depend on how Ukraine treats Romanian minorities and institutions there. The election was held due to the annulment of the 2024 presidential election, citing alleged Russian interference favoring first-round winner Călin Georgescu.