The estimated 2,000-pound Steller sea lion nicknamed ‘Chonkers’ is hanging out at San Francisco’s Pier 39 and drawing fans from across the country. The massive mammal made waves about a month ago when he hauled himself onto the pier and decided to stay. While California sea lions typically crowd the area, ‘Chonkers’ quickly stood out for his massive size. He is one of at least two Steller sea lions recently spotted in the bay. The animal is more commonly found in the colder waters of Alaska and the Pacific Northwest, making sightings in the Bay Area less common.

‘Eat some Gelato’ – Americans on what the Royals should do during US visit

King Charles and Queen Camilla will meet with President Donald Trump during a four-day state visit.

Epstein survivor: Meeting the King would be a ‘grand step’

A Buckingham Palace source confirmed the Royals will not meet with survivors of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during their state visit to the US.

Watch: Powerful tornadoes barrel through northern Oklahoma

Ten humans were injured and dozens of homes damaged as the twister hit the city of Enid.

‘Pictures don’t do it justice’ – Giant ice chunks ram into Michigan homes

Constant spring rainfall and melting ice have flooded the state’s Black Lake and surrounding neighbourhoods.

Fire crews thaw rapper Drake’s giant ice installation in Toronto

Officials say the frozen blocks are being melted due to “dangerous and unsafe activities” after they were set up to promote the singer’s album.

Watch: Black bear caught in net after falling from tree

A black bear in Albany, Recent York, climbed a tree in a residential neighbourhood and was tranquillised before falling into a net held by wildlife and law enforcement officials.

Polite thief thanks clerk after Ohio hotel robbery

Surveillance video shows the suspect starting the exchange with “How are you doing?” and saying “thank you”, as he leaves.

‘Every parent’s nightmare’ – What we learned from the charges against D4vd

BBC’s Shaimaa Khalil reports from Los Angeles as singer David Burke pleads not guilty to the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.

Hot air balloon makes emergency landing in California backyard

“Look at that, wow!” – A couple in Temecula woke up to find a balloon boarded with 13 the public behind their home on Saturday.

Victory slips away as marathon runner celebrates too soon

The dramatic end to the Delaware Marathon occurred when the lead runner slowed in celebration before a trailing marathoner sprinted toward the finish line .

Watch: Skydiver crashes into jumbotron at US football game

A skydiver crashed into the massive scoreboard at Virginia Tech University’s stadium, dangling from a parachute before first responders carried out a rescue without injury.

Canada: Ties to US are ‘weaknesses we must correct’

Prime Minister Mark Carney commented that due to Washington changing its trade policies, Canada’s economic ties to the US that were once a strength are now a ‘weakness’.

Widespread damage as storm spreads through midwestern US

A series of strong winds has torn through the midwestern US, ripping roofs off homes and leaving roads obstructed.

Watch: Obama and Mamdani sing with children in Latest York

The former US president and Latest York City mayor meet for the first time at a child care centre in the Bronx.

What does it take to survive in the Arctic? These rangers have an idea

The BBC spent time with the Canadian military in the country’s northernmost region – this is what they taught us about dealing with extreme conditions.

Officer on horseback chases suspect through Fresh York streets

The suspect was accused of purse-snatching and has been charged with larceny and providing false information.

Artemis commander tells BBC about ‘powerful’ moment crater named after his late wife

Reid Wiseman’s two daughters were in Nasa’s mission control room for the naming of the “Carroll” crater in honour of the commander’s late wife.

Artemis II crew describes Moon mission and splashdown moment

The crew held its first press conference since splashing down from their historic 10-day trip.

Watch: Rising prices threaten Minnesota’s meat raffles This also touches on aspects of foreign policy.

Popular in local bars across the US, the games are facing higher meat prices, squeezing some of the charities that benefit from them.

Go on patrol with the Canadian Rangers across the frozen Arctic

The BBC rode along with the Rangers on the last leg of a historic trek as they assert their presence in Canada’s far north.