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A woman died in Summerton, South Carolina, after a sudden wind blew a patio umbrella off a table and struck her while she and her husband dined on a restaurant patio along Lake Marion during Memorial Day weekend. Dana Weinger of Huger was identified as the victim and pronounced dead at the scene; authorities say the death occurred during a sudden severe weather event.
A woman dining on a restaurant patio in Summerton, South Carolina, was killed when a strong wind blew an umbrella from a table and struck her during a storm at Driftwood Grill on Lake Marion. Dana Weinger of Huger was identified as the victim; authorities said she died at the scene and attributed the incident to a sudden severe weather event.
As Memorial Day weekend unfolds in Chicago, authorities report 18 people have been shot so far, with investigators continuing to track incidents as communities brace for more violence.
Variety reports that The Mandalorian and Grogu is expected to gross about $80–$100 million domestically over a four-day Memorial Day weekend as Lucasfilm tests whether a TV-spawned Star Wars story can translate to theaters. The film carries a lean $165 million price tag, signaling a cautious return to cinema after Solo’s underwhelming run. Analysts say crossovers from streaming to theaters remain a key risk, but Grogu’s merchandising potential and the franchise’s cultural pull could help. Some see next summer’s Star Wars: Starfighter, with Ryan Gosling, as a potentially fresher start to re-energize the brand.
Box-office trackers forecast The Mandalorian and Grogu will debut around $80 million domestically over the four-day Memorial Day weekend, marking the first Star Wars theatrical release since the pandemic era. Directed by Jon Favreau and continuing Disney+’s Mandalorian saga, the film features new characters and stars Pedro Pascal alongside Sigourney Weaver and Jeremy Allen White; marketing will ramp up around May the 4th, including 25 minutes of footage shown in IMAX theaters. While strong, the opening isn’t expected to reach the peaks of 2019’s Rise of Skywalker, and Lucasfilm has other Star Wars projects on the docket, such as Starfighter next year.
Disney’s Star Wars feature The Mandalorian and Grogu is tracking for an about $80M+ four‑day domestic opening over Memorial Day weekend, marking the first time a Disney+ property goes theatrical. The campaign aims to attract families ahead of a May 22 wide release, with an IMAX preview of the first 19 minutes on May 4, and it’s being weighed against benchmarks like Star Trek (2009) and Hobbs & Shaw.
Disney's live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch has surpassed the original film in box office revenue, earning $183 million domestically over Memorial Weekend and a total of $341 million worldwide, making it a blockbuster hit and contributing to the biggest Memorial Day weekend in U.S. box office history.
AMC Entertainment achieved record-breaking results during the Memorial Day holiday weekend in 2025, with the highest attendance and revenue in over a decade, driven by popular films like 'LILO & STITCH' and 'MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING,' signaling a strong rebound in theatrical moviegoing.
A Southwest Airlines plane approaching Denver was struck by lightning during a stormy Memorial Day weekend, but it landed safely with no injuries; the incident contributed to widespread flight delays and cancellations across the U.S., amid severe weather and new travel ID requirements.
Garfield and IF have outperformed Furiosa at the box office this weekend, with Garfield earning $14 million and IF $10.8 million, while Furiosa brought in $10.75 million. Both Garfield and Furiosa have similar total earnings of around $49-51 million each.
Andree Goldberg, the woman involved in a viral argument with Kylie Kelce, has publicly apologized for her behavior, expressing regret for harassing the Kelce family for a photo during their date night in Margate, New Jersey. The incident, which was caught on video, showed Goldberg confronting Kylie and Jason Kelce, leading to a heated exchange. Despite the altercation, Jason Kelce mentioned that his family had an enjoyable time at the shore.
The US box office experienced its worst Memorial Day weekend since 1995, with attendance halved compared to typical years. Chad Beynon, a senior analyst at Macquarie, attributes the decline to higher prices, inflation, and possibly a lack of compelling content. Despite the downturn, IMAX remains a strong performer in the industry.
Mary-Kate Olsen and Sean Avery have sparked dating rumors after being seen together in the Hamptons over Memorial Day weekend, visiting Olsen's new store and spending time with mutual friend Andy Cohen. The pair, who were briefly linked in 2007, have remained friends over the years.
Boston Calling festival organizers have addressed complaints about overcrowding during the event, particularly on Sunday, which was the only sold-out day. Despite being below official capacity, attendees reported feeling unsafe. The festival promises to improve the layout and safety measures for future events.
Mary-Kate Olsen's vacation photos with former flame Sean Avery in the Hamptons have sparked concerns among fans about her taste in men, with many expressing their disapproval on social media.