On Friday, the Green Bay Packers locked in seventh-round draft picks Michael Pratt and Kalen King. Pratt, a quarterback from Tulane, was the 245th pick overall, while King, a cornerback from Penn State, was the 255th.

China has just kicked off an epic mission, aiming to snatch lunar secrets from the far side of the Moon, making it the first-ever endeavor of its kind in the world. The Chang'e-6 probe, hitching a ride on an unmanned rocket, roared into the sky from the Wenchang Space Launch Center. This mission is no joyride; it's a serious 53-day quest to scoop up about two kilograms of precious lunar samples and haul them back to Earth for a thorough analysis.

The King's Trust, formerly known as The Prince's Trust founded by King Charles III, recently celebrated its rebranding and expansion in the United States with a glitzy gala in New York City. The event, which drew a crowd of A-listers, marked the first major gathering under the charity's new name.

During this quieter stretch of the offseason, Cincinnati Bengals fans might not expect any major updates on star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase's contract negotiations, despite the anticipation for a big long-term deal. However, that doesn't mean Chase won't be making headlines. Recently, he went viral on social media for flaunting his new grill, courtesy of Johnny Dang and Co.

After a heart-wrenching 2-1 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, Boston Bruins coach Jim Montgomery didn't mince words when he pointed fingers at star forward David Pastrnak. With the first-round series now pushed to a nerve-wracking Game 7, Montgomery emphasized the need for top players to step up, singling out Pastrnak for not delivering when it mattered most.

The Arizona Cardinals are scoring big with their 2024 NFL draft picks, earning high praise all around. Despite this, the general view of the team remains unchanged.

The New York Knicks, led by the Villanova boys Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart, pulled off a spectacular win against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 6, clinching the first-round series with a thrilling 118-115 victory. Brunson was on fire, scoring 41 points with 14 crucial points in the fourth quarter alone. His chemistry with Hart was evident, as Hart sank the winning 3-pointer with just 24 seconds left on the clock, sealing the deal for the Knicks.

Local elections in England and Wales have wrapped up, with millions of votes cast for 107 councils, 11 mayors in England, and 37 police and crime commissioners (PCCs). The excitement peaked with a by-election in Blackpool South for a new MP, following the resignation of former Conservative Scott Benton.

Recent heavy rains in Kenya have triggered the government to order evacuations for those living near 178 dams and reservoirs. These water bodies are on the brink of overflowing, posing serious risks to nearby residents. People residing within a 30m (98ft) wetland corridor of the Nairobi River were given 24 hours from 18:30 local time on Thursday to vacate the area.

Britney Spears and Sam Asghari have settled their divorce, ending their 14-month marriage. Asghari, who had been with Spears for seven years before they tied the knot in June 2022, filed for divorce in August 2023, citing irreconcilable differences.

The aftermath of the exposé "Quiet on Set" is still causing ripples in Hollywood. The bombshell series by Investigation Discovery uncovered a slew of shocking details about systemic abuse at Nickelodeon, featuring interviews with former child actors. Despite its strong and mostly positive reception, becoming Max's top streaming title, there's been some backlash over how the docuseries was produced. Former child actors like Raquel Lee Bolleau and Alexa Nikolas feel their traumatic experiences were exploited for profit.

The Green Bay Packers have decided not to pick up cornerback Eric Stokes' fifth-year option, as reported by NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. This move doesn't shock many, considering Stokes has been plagued by injuries in the last couple of seasons.

Alexander Volkanovski remains steadfast in his belief regarding the greatest featherweight in MMA history, despite losing his title to Ilia Topuria at UFC 298. Volkanovski, with a record of 26-4 in MMA and 13-3 in the UFC, has a notable career with victories over big names like Jose Aldo, Max Holloway (three times), and Brian Ortega. Despite his recent loss, Volkanovski has not wavered in his admiration for Aldo, praising the former champion's respectful demeanor and skill throughout his six-year championship reign that started in the WEC.

Watching their favorite NBA team take on the Chicago Bulls this season, nearly every fan must have thought, "We could really use someone like Alex Caruso." Well, except for Lakers fans, who probably muttered curses at GM Rob Pelinka for letting Caruso slip away.

The Golden State Warriors are gearing up for a busy offseason, aiming to bounce back from missing out on the playoffs. Following their play-in tournament exit at the hands of the Sacramento Kings, the team led by Steve Kerr is eyeing significant changes to their roster.

Lawmakers in the Solomon Islands have elected Jeremiah Manele as their new prime minister, signaling the nation's intent to maintain its strong alliance with China. Manele, a pro-China candidate, secured the prime ministerial position by defeating his opponent, Matthew Wale, in a 31-18 vote.

Olivia Rodrigo's highly anticipated concerts at Manchester, England's brand-new Co-Op Live arena have hit a snag. The singer was all set to kick off her U.K. tour at the venue on May 3 and 4, following a gig in Dublin. However, Co-Op Live had to call off the shows, citing "technical issues" as the culprit. "I've been having such an amazing time in Europe so far, and I'm sooooo disappointed that we can't perform in Manchester due to ongoing technical issues," lamented Rodrigo on Instagram. She reassured fans, saying, "We're doing our best to reschedule the show. I'm so bummed and I really hope to see you all soon."

Over the past few weeks, the Oklahoma City Thunder's schedule has been more like an NFL team's than an NBA team's. Since their last regular-season game on April 14, the Thunder will have played only four games in 21 days, averaging just over one game a week. What's even more impressive is that they're going over a month without a loss. They had a six-day break during the play-in tournament as the first seed, and now, after sweeping the New Orleans Pelicans, they're enjoying another six-day break before Game 1 of Round 2 against either the LA Clippers or Dallas Mavericks.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are gearing up for a big return as pitcher Walker Buehler is set to make his comeback to the major leagues on Monday, nearly two years after undergoing Tommy John surgery in 2022. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed the news, expressing the team's excitement about Buehler's return, which will take place at home against the Miami Marlins.

The Denver Broncos wrapped up their 2024 NFL draft last week by snagging interior offensive lineman Nick Gargiulo. Gargiulo, a former tackle at Yale who later transitioned to center and then transferred to South Carolina for his final season, is now set to join the Broncos.