- Eric Adams, Mayor of New York City, on his decision to delay the implementation of a congestion pricing plan.
BREAKING NEWS
Hier sind fünf wichtige Punkte für den 6. Juni: D-Day-Gedenkfeiern, Gaza, Trump-bezogene Entwicklungen, Covid-19-Updates und Unwetterereignisse.
The US Supreme Court has ruled that a law banning the sale of violent video games to minors is unconstitutional.
TODAY'S WORD
Congestion pricing: A system of charging fees to drivers who enter certain areas during peak hours, with the goal of reducing traffic congestion and raising revenue for transportation infrastructure.
BRAIN TEASER
What has a heart but no blood?
Answer
A tree.
TODAY'S QUIZ
What is the name of the first woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize?
Answer
Bertha von Suttner, an Austrian writer and peace activist, was the first woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize in 1905.
TODAY'S JOKES
- Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing!
- What do you call a fake noodle? An impasta!
- What do you call a fake noodle that's also a fake Italian? An impasta impostor!
- What do you call a fake noodle that's also a fake Italian and a fake pasta? An impasta impostor impostor!
- What do you call a fake noodle that's also a fake Italian, a fake pasta, and a fake tomato? An impasta impostor impostor impostor!
TODAY'S LIST
10 Famous People Who Were Born on D-Day
- Dwight D. Eisenhower: The 34th President of the United States, who was Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces during the Normandy landings.
- James Doohan: The Canadian actor best known for his role as Montgomery "Scotty" Scott on Star Trek.
- Mike Nichols: The American film director, producer, and actor, known for films like The Graduate and Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?.
- Julie Andrews: The English actress and singer, best known for her roles in The Sound of Music and Mary Poppins.
- Roger Moore: The English actor who played James Bond in seven films.
- Brian May: The British guitarist and songwriter for the rock band Queen.
- James Taylor: The American singer-songwriter and guitarist.
- Michael Crichton: The American author, best known for his novels Jurassic Park and The Andromeda Strain.
- James Cameron: The Canadian film director, producer, and screenwriter, known for films like Titanic and Avatar.
- Jane Fonda: The American actress, producer, and political activist.
TODAY'S SPORTS
NBA Finals: The Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks will initiate their 2024 NBA Finals match, beginning today at TD Garden.
MLB: The MLB season is in full swing, with the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox leading their respective divisions.
NHL: The Stanley Cup Finals are ongoing, with the Colorado Avalanche and the Tampa Bay Lightning competing for the championship.
PGA Tour: The RBC Canadian Open is taking place this week, with Rory McIlroy and Justin Thomas among the top contenders.
TODAY'S MUSIC
D-Day 75th Anniversary Concert: A special concert will be held in Normandy, France, to commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day. The event will feature performances by artists like Sting, Elton John, and Ed Sheeran.
TODAY'S MOVIES
Top Gun: Maverick: The highly anticipated sequel to the 1986 film Top Gun is set to be released this week.
The Lost City: A new action-adventure film starring Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum is also set to hit theaters this week.
The Northman: A Viking revenge saga directed by Robert Eggers is also set to premiere this week.
TODAY'S TV
The Crown: The fourth season of the popular Netflix series about the British royal family is set to be released this week.
Stranger Things: The fourth season of the hit Netflix series is also set to premiere this week.
Obi-Wan Kenobi: The new Star Wars series, starring Ewan McGregor as Obi-Wan Kenobi, is set to debut on Disney+ this week.
TODAY'S GAMES
Elden Ring: The highly anticipated action role-playing game from FromSoftware is set to be released this week.
Sonic Frontiers: The latest installment in the Sonic the Hedgehog series is also set to hit shelves this week.
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: The newest entries in the Pokémon franchise are scheduled for release this week.
TODAY'S TECH
Apple WWDC: Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference is set to take place this week, with new software and hardware announcements expected.
Google I/O: Google's annual developer conference is also set to occur this week, with new product announcements and updates likely to be revealed.
Microsoft Build: Microsoft's annual developer conference is happening this week, with new software and hardware announcements anticipated.
TODAY'S CULTURE
The Met Gala: The annual Met Gala, one of the most prestigious events in the fashion world, is set to take place this week.
Tony Awards: The 2024 Tony Awards, honoring excellence in live Broadway theatre, will be held this week.
Cannes Film Festival: The 2024 Cannes Film Festival, one of the most prestigious film festivals in the world, is ongoing.
TODAY'S FOOD
D-Day 75th Anniversary Dinner: A special dinner will be held in Normandy, France, to commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day. The event will feature dishes inspired by the cuisine of the Allied troops during the Normandy landings.
National Cheeseburger Day: Today is National Cheeseburger Day, a day to celebrate one of America's favorite fast food items.
National Ice Cream Day: Today is also National Ice Cream Day, a day to celebrate the frozen treat that's loved by many.
TODAY'S HISTORY
D-Day: On this day in 1944, Allied forces launched a massive invasion of Normandy, France, marking the beginning of the end of Nazi Germany's rule in Europe.
The First Moon Landing: On this day in 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the moon.
The Fall of the Berlin Wall: On this day in 1989, the Berlin Wall, a symbol of the Cold War, was opened, allowing East and West Germans to reunite.
TODAY'S SCIENCE
New Horizons: NASA's New Horizons spacecraft is set to make its closest approach to the Kuiper Belt object Arrokoth this week.
James Webb Space Telescope: The James Webb Space Telescope, the most powerful telescope ever built, is scheduled to launch this week.
CERN: The European Organization for Nuclear Research, or CERN, is celebrating its 70th anniversary this week.
TODAY'S HEALTH
World No Tobacco Day: Today marks World No Tobacco Day, a day to raise awareness about the dangers of tobacco use and promote tobacco control measures.
Mental Health Awareness Week: This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, a time to focus on mental health and well-being.
National Men's Health Week: This week is also National Men's Health Week, a time to encourage men to prioritize their health and well-being.
TODAY'S FASHION
Met Gala: The annual Met Gala is set to take place this week, with celebrities and fashion icons donning their most extravagant outfits.
**Paris
Neuer Yorks Gouverneurin Kathy Hochul offenbart ihre Entscheidung, die Installation von Verkehrsentschädigungen in New York City unbegrenzt zu verschieben, die ursprünglich kurz bevorstehen sollte. Nach dem ursprünglichen Plan hätten Fahrer 15 US-Dollar zahlen müssen, um Manhattan südlich der 60. Straße zu betreten, während Lastwagen und LKW mehr bezahlen würden.
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FINALMENT...
Ein reitender Sportler aus den Vereinigten Arabischen Emiraten übernimmt die Führung in seinem Landes erstem Olympischen Reitteam, was ein bedeutender Meilenstein für sein Land darstellt. Schauen Sie den Video hier an. [Video]
