CBS6 Albany’s Olivia Jaquith went into labor during a live broadcast on May 21, 2025. Two days past her due date, Jaquith continued to anchor a three-hour newscast despite contractions and her water breaking. Co-anchor Julia Dunn shared the development with viewers, while Jaquith confirmed her early labor status live on air.
“Imagination is more important than knowledge,” Albert Einstein once said. For Coach Jil, it’s been both—the knowledge gained from her roots, and the imagination to envision something greater. Her story is a bridge between nations, between generations, and between what is and what could be.
And she’s only getting started.
Gilas Pilipinas coach Tim Cone stated there is no rush for Kai Sotto to return to the national team after his ACL injury. Although Sotto is nearing full recovery, Cone emphasized that Sotto will travel with the team to the 2025 Asia Cup in Jeddah without playing or practicing, aiming for a long-term role in the team.
Two Korean nationals were robbed of luxury bags worth PHP 200,000 in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City, by motorcycle-riding thieves. The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) confirmed the incident and identified the suspects using CCTV footage. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend the culprits and retrieve the stolen items as NCRPO intensifies security measures in the area.
A father in North Texas, Michael Cain, faces charges for allegedly providing alcohol to his 17-year-old daughter, leading to her death from alcohol poisoning. The incident raises concerns about underage drinking and parental responsibility.
A building in Houston’s Third Ward, featuring a mural of George Floyd, was demolished on May 21, 2025, just days before the fifth anniversary of Floyd’s death. The mural, a cultural landmark, also included the names of Breonna Taylor and Sandra Bland. The demolition has stirred concerns about gentrification in the area.
San Antonio unveils a community engagement plan for Project Marvel, a $4 billion downtown sports and entertainment district, inviting public input through meetings and charrettes.
On Saturday, Kyiv was on high alert after reports of a Russian drone and missile attack, with significant explosions heard across the city. Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed the incident, stating air defenses were activated. At least eight people were injured, with two hospitalized. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted multiple drones and a missile overnight. This represents one of the most substantial attacks on Kyiv in recent months, amid fears of escalating conflict during the winter months.
A federal appeals court in Austin, Texas, ruled that patrons of Llano County libraries cannot challenge book removals, stating they lack a First Amendment right to information from a public library. This decision supports library officials’ discretion in content curation. Critics warn of limiting access to diverse views, while supporters commend alignment with community standards. The ruling is part of a larger national debate on book censorship in public institutions.
Texas Senate approves an $8.5 billion school funding bill to enhance public education, increase teacher salaries, and improve infrastructure. The legislation aims to address funding disparities and support educational progress across the state.