William Chisholm, co-founder of Symphony Technology Group and a Massachusetts native, has agreed to purchase the Boston Celtics for $6.1 billion, marking a major ownership change for the historic NBA team. The Grousbeck family, who have owned the Celtics since 2002 and led them to two NBA championships, announced the sale but will retain Wyc Grousbeck as team governor until 2028. Chisholm, a lifelong Celtics fan with deep ties to the region, is committed to preserving the team's legacy and success as they continue to be a dominant force in the league.
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Legendary singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan, frontman of the Celtic punk band The Pogues, passed away on Thursday at the age of 65. MacGowan was best known for his work with The Pogues, most famously their Christmas ballad “Fairytale of New York”, and continued to perform and write music despite his health struggles. His family released a statement confirming the news, saying they were “blessed beyond words” to have had so many years of life and love with him.
President Joe Biden is set to embark on a four-day trip to Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland this week to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. The trip is part homecoming, part statecraft and part politics, as Biden has a deeply felt personal history with the country. He will deliver remarks at Ulster University to highlight the progress since the signing of the peace agreement in 1998 and trace his family history in the country. Biden's trip is an intersection of his personal history and his view of international relations, and is expected to be a meaningful and memorable journey.
Team Giannis, captained by Giannis Antetokounmpo, defeated Team LeBron 184-175 in the 72nd NBA All-Star Game. Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum was the star of the night, scoring a game-high 55 points and setting two All-Star Game records, earning him the MVP award. The weekend-long event in Salt Lake City, Utah, featured a variety of events, including the All-Star draft, and was a reminder of the great players and legends that have played the game.