Miami museum opens a new exhibit that examines a century of swimwear and its connection to Florida

MIAMI (AP) — Just in time for bathing suit season, the HistoryMiami Museum is opening a new exhibit that examines the relationship between the evolution of swimwear and the growth of South Florida over the past century. “Waves of Style: Swimwear Through the Decades” opens to the general public on Saturday and will run through Oct. 5. The exhibit showcases about 50 historic swimwear pieces from the museum’s extensive collection of more than 2,000 textiles. The immersive, dynamic experience allows visitors to explore the history and evolution of swimwear, from the heavy wool suits that were still required by law in many places during the early 20th century to modern swimsuits that leave little to the imagination.

Ancient wooden spears found in Germany may have been wielded by Neanderthals, a new study suggests

NEW YORK (AP) — A set of ancient wooden spears may be younger than scientists thought and wielded by Neanderthals instead of their ancestors. The complete spears made of spruce and pine are among the oldest known hunting weapons. Previous estimates dated the spears to 300,000 years ago, but the new analysis says the spears are younger and may have been used by Neanderthals instead. The well-crafted spears could help scientists understand what Neanderthals were capable of and how they worked together to hunt. More research is needed to be sure of the spears’ age. The research was published Friday in the journal Science Advances.

Soviet-era spacecraft is expected to plummet to Earth this weekend after 53 years

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A half-ton spacecraft launched by the Soviet Union 53 years ago is expected to fall back to Earth this weekend. Built to land on Venus, the titanium-covered spacecraft might survive its fiery, uncontrolled plunge through the atmosphere. Space debris trackers are converging in their forecasts, now anticipating a Saturday reentry. Experts say the Kosmos 482 spacecraft will likely come down over water. They also insist that the chance of anyone being struck by it is extremely low. It's still too soon to know precisely when or where it will come down.

Bucs rookie Desmond Watson, at 464 pounds, tops list of the NFL's heaviest players

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie Desmond Watson already has made NFL history — as the league's heaviest player. The 6-foot-6, 464-pound defensive tackle from Florida signed with his hometown Bucs after going undrafted and will begin his NFL journey during Tampa Bay’s three-day rookie minicamp this weekend. He’s sure to get plenty of attention. While no current NFL player tops 400 pounds — Baltimore Ravens guard Daniel Faalele is the heaviest at 380 — there have been a few who have played at or near four bills. The list includes Aaron Gibson, Nate Newton, Bryant McKinnie and William “The Refrigerator” Perry.

Lainey Wilson rules the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards once again, Alan Jackson is honored

NEW YORK (AP) — Lainey Wilson has taken home the top prize at the Academy of Country Music Awards — the title of entertainer of the year — for a second year in a row. And that was after she cleaned house, taking home trophies for both female artist and album of the year. The  60th annual edition of the ACM Awards also saw Alan Jackson honored with an inaugural lifetime achievement award. Reba McEntire once again hosted. There were a few duets, including the Backstreet Boys with Rascal Flatts, Jelly Roll with Shaboozey and Brooks & Dunn with Cody Johnson.

Jennifer Aniston's alleged stalker appears in court shirtless and a judge orders a mental evaluation

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A judge has ordered a man who authorities say crashed his car through the front gate of Jennifer Aniston’s home to face a competency review. A Los Angeles judge says Thursday that 48-year-old Jimmy Wayne Carwyle must go through mental-health court to determine whether he is competent to face charges of felony stalking and felony vandalism. Carwyle appeared shirtless and wrapped in a blanket behind glass in a custody area of the Los Angeles courtroom. A judge doubted whether he would understand, but ordered Carwyle to stay away from the “Friends” star. Carwyle's attorney pleaded not guilty on his behalf during the hearing.

Florida man gored by bison in year's first attack by Yellowstone's most dangerous wild animal

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (AP) — Yellowstone National Park has recorded the year’s first violent encounter between a visitor and bison, just weeks into the busy summer season. The bison gored the 47-year-old man from Florida on Sunday at Lake Village, an area of cabins, a lodge and campsites on the shore of Yellowstone Lake. The man got too close to the animal, prompting park officials to repeat a frequent warning: Don’t get too close to wildlife. The man was treated for minor injuries. Park officials declined to tell more, including his name and condition and how the encounter happened.

'All good things must come to an end': The Who announce North America farewell tour dates

LONDON (AP) — British rock band The Who are to say their final goodbye to North America this summer. Singer Roger Daltrey and guitarist Pete Townshend confirmed Thursday that they will perform hits from six-decade career during “The Song Is Over North America Farewell Tour,” named after the band’s 1971 hit. The band, which by the 1970s had become one of the world’s biggest touring bands, easily filling the largest U.S. stadiums, will play their first gig in Florida on Aug. 16, with further dates in cities including New York, Toronto, Los Angeles and Vancouver, before a final date in Las Vegas on Sept. 28.

World Video Game Hall of Fame inducts Defender, Tamagotchi, GoldenEye 007 and Quake

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — The World Video Game Hall of Fame has four new inductees. The Class of 2025 was enshrined Thursday in recognition of how they challenged players and changed the industry. The honorees are Defender, Tamagotchi, GoldenEye 007 and Quake. The Hall of Fame inside the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, New York, looks for video games that have exhibited staying power and influenced the video game industry or pop culture. Anyone can nominate a video game for the hall. Museum staff name 12 finalists each year and solicit votes from experts and fans before announcing the winners.

More than 100 vultures die in a mass poisoning in South Africa's flagship national park

CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — At least 123 vultures have died in South Africa’s flagship national park after eating the carcass of an elephant that was poisoned by poachers with agricultural pesticides. Park authorities and an animal conservation group say Thursday that another 83 vultures that were rescued from the site and transported for treatment by helicopter or a special vulture ambulance were recovering. National Parks agency SANParks says the mass poisoning was one of the worst seen in the famous Kruger National Park in northern South Africa. Many of Africa's vulture species are listed as endangered or critically endangered, with poisoning one of the biggest threats to them.