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Regional News Report: NYPD Shoots Bull, Tarzan Takes Box Office, Knicks Face Spurs

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A bull was shot and killed by the NYPD in Astoria, Queens after it charged down a street, while Disney's "Tarzan" dominated the US box office with an estimated $34.1 million. Meanwhile, the New York Knicks face a tough challenge in the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, who hold a 2-0 lead and a perfect 6-0 road record in the postseason.

Key Takeaways:

  • The NYPD shot and killed a bull in Astoria, Queens after it charged down a street, injuring no one but four officers who were treated for trauma.
  • The bull's owner is still unknown, and it is unclear whether they will be charged with releasing the animal on the streets.
  • Disney's "Tarzan" took the top spot at the US box office with an estimated $34.1 million, making it likely to pass the $162 million taken in by "A Bug's Life" by the end of its U.S. run.
  • New Line's "Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me" finished second with $31.9 million in its second weekend.
  • The San Antonio Spurs head to New York for the NBA Finals with a perfect 6-0 road record in the postseason.
  • The Knicks face significant challenges with Patrick Ewing sidelined and Larry Johnson limping, and have been unable to handle San Antonio's "Twin Towers" of Tim Duncan and David Robinson.
  • Even Tim Duncan admits the Knicks may be too shorthanded to get back into the series.

Statistics:

  • $34.1 million: Estimated box office earnings for Disney's "Tarzan" over the Friday-Sunday period.
  • $31.9 million: Box office earnings for New Line's "Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me" in its second weekend.
  • 3,005: Number of theaters "Tarzan" opened in.
  • 6-0: San Antonio Spurs' road record in the postseason.
  • 2-0: San Antonio Spurs' lead in the NBA Finals.
  • 10 a.m.: Time of the bull's incident in Astoria, Queens.
  • 4: Number of officers treated for trauma after the shooting.

Sources:

  • United Press International's third regional news report for Sunday, June 20.
  • COMTEX news service (http://www.comtexnews.com)

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