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The Legislative Council (LegCo) has confirmed that the Designated Demonstration Area at the complex, along with the surrounding LegCo Square, is being used as a car park. LegCo Square and the Designated Demonstration Area at the front of the Legislative Council complex on April 22, 2026. Photo: K…

A Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil activist standing in a national security trial has urged the court to safeguard the “dignity and bottom line of the law,” as she warned judges not to become “accomplices” in an alleged government crackdown on free speech. The candlelight vigil commemorating the 1989 Ti…

The Hong Kong government has allocated an additional HK$5 billion to a national security special fund, bringing the total amount to HK$18 billion. The funding is the third allocation for national security since Beijing imposed the national security law in Hong Kong in June 2020. Hong Kong&#821…

Four men have pleaded guilty to rioting during the siege of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) campus amid the anti-extradition protest and unrest seven years ago. District Court in Wan Chai. File photo: Hans Tse/HKFP. Cheung Chung-yiu, 24; Cheung Chin-ming, 29; Chan Chun-hei, 22; an…

A 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck south China’s Guangxi region on Monday, killing two people and causing 13 buildings to collapse, state media reported. A collapsed building is seen after an earthquake at Liunan district district, in Liuzhou, China’s southern Guangxi region on May 18,…

Australia has secured three shipments of jet fuel from China totalling 600,000 barrels, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Tuesday, doubling the national supply. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. File photo: Anthony Albanese, via Facebook. The Middle East conflict and closure of th…

A 67-year-old man has been handed a two-month jail term, suspended for 24 months, after he pleaded guilty to resharing a social media post urging a boycott of the 2025 “patriots only” legislative elections. The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC). File photo: Kyle Lam/HKF…

A defence lawyer for a Tiananmen vigil activist has urged a Hong Kong court not to “pay lip service” to human rights protections, arguing that calls to “end one-party rule” in China should be considered legitimate political expressions. Alliance leaders (from left) Lee Cheuk-yan, Chow Hang-tung, …

Hong Kong has stepped up precautions over the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda, as the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the epidemic “a public health emergency of international concern.” In light of the Ebola outbreak, Centre for Health Prote…

Hong Kong’s Pink Dot carnival has been cancelled for the second year in a row – again due to difficulties in finding a venue to host the event. People at LGBTQ event Pink Dot HK at the West Kowloon Cultural District, on December 10, 2023. Photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. In a statement on Mon…

Angry Chinese table tennis fans have demanded an apology from the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) after the nation’s flag appeared incorrectly on official merchandise. Team China’s men and women’ team pose for a photo after winning the Men’s and Women’s …

By Steven Trask Australia on Monday ordered a string of China-linked shareholders to sell their stakes in a rare earths firm, citing the need to protect the sector from outside influences. Northern Minerals is vying to challenge China’s dominance of dysprosium production, a rare earth mi…

Two Hong Kong men accused of conspiring to incite people to riot during the 2019 protests and unrest have had their case moved to a higher court, where they face a maximum sentence of seven years’ imprisonment. West Kowloon Magistrates’ Courts. File photo: Kelly Ho/HKFP. Ng Tsz-lok…

An outspoken resident who survived Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades has said he will not give any more media interviews after his release following an arrest over alleged government loan fraud. Jason Kong, a former member of the Wang Fuk Court owners’ board. Photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. “G…

Germany’s industrial decline is taking a painful toll on communities that have long relied on local manufacturing titans for jobs, prosperity and a sense of a secure future. The logo of German chemical giant BASF is pictured in front of its headquarters in Ludwigshafen, western Germany, on …

By Allison Jackson and Joy Chiang Taiwan said Saturday it is an “independent” nation, hours after US President Donald Trump warned the democratic island against declaring formal independence. Taiwan’s flag. Photo: Walid Berrazeg/HKFP. Trump wrapped up a state visit to Beij…

Somewhere in the foothills of Nepal, old men still gather around a wooden board carved into a five-by-five grid, moving carved tigers and goats across its intersections with quiet concentration. The game is called Bagh-chal — literally, ‘Tiger Move’ — and it has been played here for a th…

Zane Goebel, The University of Queensland; Sonia Roitman, The University of Queensland, and Udiana Dewi, University of Sydney Indonesia plans to build a “giant sea wall”, more than 500 kilometers long, to defend Java’s north coast from rising sea levels. The proposal includes a large lagoon behind t…

The reported deployment of Pakistani troops, fighter aircraft and air defencs systems to Saudi Arabia under a confidential mutual defense agreement may prove to be one of the most significant yet understated developments in Middle Eastern security politics in recent years. According to a Reuters rep…

For many South Korean viewers, the most memorable image from the 2017 Trump-Xi meeting was a small gesture in the Forbidden City. Walking the imperial axis beside Donald Trump, Xi Jinping kept both hands in his coat pockets. When Trump turned and their eyes met, Xi quickly pulled them out. To Korean…

The May 2026 rebalancing by Morgan Stanley Capital International may go down as one of the most consequential shocks in the modern history of Indonesia’s stock market. The sweeping removal of Indonesian companies from the prestigious MSCI global index family was not merely a routine portfolio adjust…

Turkey’s flashy unveiling of the Yildirimhan intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) revealed less about the missile itself than about the country’s accelerating drive toward strategic autonomy in an increasingly unstable Middle East. Reports this month on Yildirimhan’s debut at …

With his approval ratings hitting a second-term low in recent polling, President Donald Trump decided on Tuesday to show off the progress being made on the luxury ballroom he’s building at the White House. While speaking with reporters outside the White House, Trump boasted that the p…

One of the difficulties in analysing summit meetings between leaders such as Xi Jinping and Donald Trump is that the events are a blend of public theatre and private discussion. With previous presidents of China and the United States such summits represented the culmination of long negotiations betw…

One of Wall Street’s most recognizable gurus, Jim Cramer, became notably tongue-tied on Monday after President Donald Trump’s recent stock-trading spree entered into a televised conversation with his colleagues on CNBC. Disclosures published by the US Office of Government Ethics last week revealed t…

A Chinese steelmaker’s attempt to use British Steel as a foothold in Western markets has turned into a political dispute, after the UK government introduced a bill that could nationalize the eastern England-based company. Jingye Group, a privately owned steelmaker based in Hebei province, acquired B…

In August 2024, currency markets briefly remembered how they were supposed to work. The Bank of Japan had begun raising interest rates. The Fed was signaling easing. The yen surged – USD/JPY dropped from around 160 to 140 in weeks. Narrower rate differentials, stronger currency. The old playbook see…

Global investors are still trading as though the AI boom mattered more than the bond market. They may be about to discover the opposite is true. The most important threat to Asian equities is no longer tariffs, China’s slowdown or even geopolitics alone. It’s the collapse of the zero-rate world that…

With no end in sight to the Strait of Hormuz crisis caused by President Donald Trump’s illegal war with Iran, the head of the International Energy Agency warned Monday that global energy supplies are running dangerously low. IEA executive director Faith Birol told reporters in Paris that the world o…

Originally published May 18, 2021, this article is republished five years later to the day with just a bit of updating. More than a week before elite South Korean troops – sent to put down pro-democracy protests in the southwestern city of Gwangju – sparked an uprising with their brutal treatment of…

As the US confronts growing fears that Russian, Chinese and Iranian-backed drone and intelligence activities are turning Cuba into a new strategic pressure point near US territory, the island is reemerging as a focal point of great-power rivalry in the Western Hemisphere. This month, Axios reported …

Myanmar’s war is often described as a clash of ideologies, ethnic identities and competing visions of the state. That is true, but incomplete. At its core, Myanmar’s crisis is also a resource-driven conflict, intensified by geography. The generals did not cling to power for the symbolism of uniform …

The Trump-Xi summit in Beijing was supposed to signal a new phase of calmer US-China relations. Instead, it exposed a deeper reality that should concern Indonesia and much of Southeast Asia, as stability between great powers can sometimes come at the expense of middle powers. Donald Trump left Beiji…

There is a moment in every great geopolitical confrontation when the outcome becomes structurally inevitable — long before anyone is willing to announce it. Rome understood this when Germanic tribes stopped retreating. Britain understood it in 1947, standing in Delhi with empty hands. America unders…

Empires rise and fall. They do not last forever. Imperial declines follow a gradual shifting of the economic tides, but are also punctuated and defined by critical tipping points. There are many differences between the Suez Crisis in 1956 and the US war on Iran today, but similarities in the larger …

The most revealing line of last week’s Trump-Xi summit was not delivered at the Great Hall of the People. It came afterward, aboard Air Force One, when the American president was asked by Fox News what he thought of the island that had dominated his two days of talks with Xi Jinping. “We will call […

When eight foreign flags flew over Beijing in August 1900, no one in the Forbidden City could have imagined that the city would, 125 years later, host the president of the United States as a guest of honor and the president of Russia just days afterward. The contrast is almost cinematic. In 1900, so…

President Donald Trump departed China on May 15, 2026, after a two-day summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping that was scrutinized from every angle for clues on where the relationship is heading. Trump hailed the trip as “incredible,” while Xi remarked that it marked a “new bilateral relationship.” O…

China’s accelerating missile buildup is increasingly turning industrial capacity, stockpile depth, and sustained precision-strike capability into decisive factors in the emerging military balance over Taiwan and the wider Indo-Pacific. This month, Bloomberg reported that China sharply accelera…

This live article is freely available to our registered users. Please log in or create an account below. After arriving in Beijing on Tuesday evening, Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to hold talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Wednesday. Putin is visiting the Chinese capital jus…

French investors are warming to Hong Kong again, the city’s finance chief has said, citing a “marked difference” in local perceptions compared with his last visit to Paris two years ago. The shift is driven by Hong Kong’s strong market performance and an improved geopolitical situation, especially f…

Indonesia continues to notch one grim milestone after another. The latest: losing its status as Southeast Asia’s largest stock market to Singapore. The total market capitalisation of Indonesian-listed companies has fallen well over 30 per cent from a peak in January to US$618 billion, while Singapor…

Japan’s planned deployment of long-range surveillance drones on remote Pacific islands would mark a significant expansion of its ability to monitor Chinese naval activity, as Beijing’s warships operate more frequently beyond the first island chain. The drones are to be stationed on Iwo Jima and Chic…

The end of the Cold War was supposed to deliver a long peace. For a while, that was working, until it wasn’t. We might now be entering another period when the breakdown of a world order leads to war. It was no accident that President Xi Jinping cited the “Thucydides Trap” during his summit in Beijin…

The zoo housing the viral Japanese macaque Punch said on Tuesday it is considering a complete ban on photography and filming around the monkey enclosure after two men were recently arrested over an intrusion incident. The Ichikawa City Zoo in Chiba prefecture has already expanded the buffer zone aro…

China has rolled out the red carpet for Russian President Vladimir Putin for his 25th visit to the country, underscoring a frequency of head-of-state diplomacy that far outpaces Beijing’s engagement with Washington. Putin arrived in Beijing on Tuesday night for a two-day state visit, less than a wee…

A man in China with only one arm and one leg who took part in a bodybuilding competition, attracting thunderous applause at site and massive admiration on social media. The muscular Liu Xinju, 32, joined The 20th Bodybuilding Competition in Jinan, the capital city of eastern Shandong province, which…

US President Donald Trump scored another victory in his campaign to punish disloyal Republicans on Tuesday as congressman Thomas Massie of Kentucky lost his primary race, underscoring ‌the risks for lawmakers who defy Trump. Massie, who angered Trump by leading a push to release Justice Department f…

Kazakhstan aims to deepen its financial services cooperation with Hong Kong, viewing it as an ideal fundraising hub to access renminbi capital through bond issuances, according to the country’s top envoy in the city. In an exclusive interview with the South China Morning Post, Bauyrzhan Dosmanbetov,…

Asia’s clean energy push is facing heightened supply-chain risk as the Middle East conflict disrupts aluminium and nickel production and could raise costs for solar panels, wind turbines and grid upgrades. Countries such as Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines have installed more rooftop solar pan…

Israeli forces opened fire on at least two vessels in an aid flotilla sailing towards Gaza on Tuesday, according to video footage and flotilla organisers, but Israel said no live ammunition was used ‌and there were no casualties. The flotilla was making a renewed attempt to deliver aid to Gaza after…

US Vice-President J.D. Vance said on Tuesday that diplomatic talks between Washington and Tehran had made “good progress”, but warned that the US military was “locked and loaded” to restart its campaign against Iran if negotiations collapsed. “A lot of good progress is being made, but we’re just goi…

Hong Kong landlords have put forward just four of the city’s 110,000 subdivided homes for certification approval in the two-and-a-half months since a new law was enacted to phase out substandard living spaces, highlighting a low participation rate. Three of the applications were submitted by a singl…

Chinese electric vehicle maker Nio has staked out a contrasting position on pricing to its domestic rival, Li Auto, with a top executive suggesting that carmakers must prioritise profitability as material costs climb. Nio senior vice-president Ji Huaqiang, in charge of manufacturing, logistics and o…

House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast warned that allowing American tech firms to chase business in China could make the US the ultimate “loser”, in remarks that followed US President Donald Trump’s return from Beijing, where artificial intelligence (AI) was discussed. “There’s a reaso…

A 56-year-old woman fell into an open maintenance hole on a busy New York street and died, police and utility officials said as they investigated how it could have happened. The woman parked her Mercedes-Benz SUV right next to the maintenance hole on Monday night near the corner of Fifth Avenue and …

Last week, US President Donald Trump landed in China aiming to secure the kind of blockbuster trade deals he championed nine years ago – spanning everything from soybeans to aircraft and energy. By the time he departed, it was clear that reality would fall far short of expectations. Despite Trump ha…

US President Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing, at a time of rising tensions over Iran, sanctions, tariffs and Taiwan, shows how far the Hormuz crisis has travelled beyond the battlefield. What began as a regional war is now touching energy markets, currency politics and the balance of influence betwe…

⁠The ⁠US has ⁠charged seven Chinese executives and four of the world’s largest shipping container companies with conspiring to restrict supply, raising the price ‌of containers during the Covid-19 pandemic, Department of Justice officials said on Tuesday. The companies together manufacture about 95 …

The US government will permanently drop tax claims against President Donald Trump, according to a settlement document that is part of a deal to resolve Trump’s US$10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns. As part of the settlement agreement, the US is …

The United States is expected to unseal criminal charges against former Cuban leader Raul Castro on Wednesday in a move that could further deepen tensions between Washington and Havana and inject new strain into an already volatile regional relationship. Multiple US media outlets, citing US Justice …

US President Donald Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the state’s Republican Senate primary shortly after early voting began in an increasingly personal and expensive run-off against incumbent Senator John Cornyn. “Ken Paxton has my Complete and Total Endorsement to be the next Uni…

A top commander of US forces in the Middle East avoided taking responsibility on Tuesday for an attack on a school in Iran that left 155 people dead on day one of the war, insisting a “complex” probe continues. Admiral Brad Cooper, the commander of US Central Command (CENTCOM), told a congressional …

Norwegian authorities on Tuesday announced that bird flu has been documented in a polar bear for the first time in Europe, in the Svalbard region in the Arctic. The H5N5 variant of the virus was detected in samples taken from a male bear about one year old and a walrus found dead in mid-May on the i…

Smoking will be banned at construction sites in Hong Kong from July 17 under a government proposal sent to the legislature following the deadly blaze at Tai Po’s Wang Fuk Court last November. The government introduced three amendments to existing ordinances to improve fire safety at the sites on Tue…

The Donald Trump administration on Tuesday imposed sanctions on an Iranian foreign currency exchange house and what it said were front companies overseeing transactions on behalf of Iranian banks as the US maintains pressure on Tehran. The move came after Iran ‌said its latest peace proposal to the …

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on Tuesday night for a visit aimed at deepening the two sides’ comprehensive partnership, four days after the Chinese capital hosted US President Donald Trump. This is the Russian leader’s 25th visit to China. Putin was given a formal red-carpet re…

The founder of the Hong Kong Four Trails Ultra Challenge has called for a quota system to be implemented during public holidays to protect the city’s natural resources, saying recent scenes of overcrowding left him feeling “quite disturbed”. Andre Blumberg, who created the now-famous 298km ultra-mar…

One of Thailand’s richest men dismissed his cousin from the Singha beer business empire on Tuesday, the company said, after days of controversy over allegations the man had sexually abused his own brother. Environmental activist Siranudh Scott, a scion of the Bhirombhakdi family who control the beer…

Hong Kong authorities have prepared a quarantine facility on Lantau Island as they step up efforts to guard against the potential spread of the deadly Ebola virus following an outbreak in Central Africa. The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) said on Tuesday it was working closely with stakeholders …

With new data suggesting a global retreat from US Treasuries in March – the first full month of the US-Israel war on Iran – market worries are on the rise over whether the sell-off could deepen, as interest rate decisions under new Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh, US debt sustainability and prolon…

Security officers from the Philippine Senate are being investigated for firing their weapons without provocation as a senator wanted by the International Criminal Court sought refuge in the building, officials said on Tuesday. Senator Ronald dela Rosa briefly sought refuge in the Senate last week wh…

Chinese researchers have built a wireless power transmission system capable of beaming kilowatt-level energy to multiple moving targets simultaneously, potentially a major step towards building space-based solar power stations. The team completed a groundbreaking full-chain ground verification platf…

Spain’s former Socialist prime minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero has been placed under investigation for influence peddling and crimes allegedly committed in connection with the bailout of a small airline, according to a court on Tuesday. The move adds to pressure on current Socialist Prime Mini…

A Pakistani court sentenced a man to death on Tuesday for murdering a teenage influencer last year after she had repeatedly rejected his advances. Sana Yousaf’s murder in June drew nationwide condemnation and reignited debate over women’s safety, after some online comments – alongside condolences – …

Hong Kong should prioritise the adoption of hydrogen and related facilities such as refuelling stations for heavy vehicles at container terminals and other industrial areas to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, a think tank has said. Our Hong Kong Foundation set out nine recommendations in a policy …

At last week’s summit in Beijing, the presidents of China and the United States pledged to steer towards a stable and constructive relationship. The two sides announced new joint trade and investment councils. This combination of high-level commitment and institutional progress has stirred hopes tha…

The Iranian embassy in Beijing has released an animated rap video featuring internet memes and pop culture to mock US leaders and celebrate Iran’s warm ties with China. The two-minute video What is the East? was published on Monday afternoon and had drawn over 370,000 views by noon the next day. It …

The Philippines’ claim that it is now among the middle tier of Southeast Asian maritime powers after two decades of modernisation has come into question, with analysts saying that its navy still lacks enough firepower and reach to match regional rivals. Rear Admiral Joe Anthony C. Orbe, commander of…

Iranian authorities held mass public weddings in Tehran for couples who signed up to a state-sponsored scheme declaring their readiness to sacrifice their lives in the war against the US and Israel. The ceremonies conducted late on Monday involved hundreds of couples in several major squares in the …

China and the United States will hold a formal dialogue on improving governance of artificial intelligence (AI), as the two countries seek to manage the risks posed by the rapidly evolving technology. During US President Donald Trump’s state visit to China last week, he and his Chinese counterpart X…

A recent meeting between Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) CEO Lisa Su signals a potential loosening of US chip export policies, which could reopen high-end semiconductor sales, including artificial intelligence chips, to select Chinese firms, according to analysts. Dur…

Hong Kong’s MTR Corporation will largely complete the main structure of a new station on the Tung Chung line by the first half of 2027, using “community-friendly” construction measures to reduce noise. The rail giant said on Tuesday that it would finish boring a 1.3km (0.8-mile) tunnel in the next t…

Fang Daining, a leading and at times controversial figure in China’s hypersonic weapons research, died earlier this year, the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) confirmed in an obituary released on Tuesday. Fang, who held China’s highest academic title in science and technology as a CAS member, died …

Hong Kong construction and engineering company Able Engineering has secured a residential site in Tung Chung for a higher-than-expected HK$1.627 billion (US$207 million) premium, outbidding five groups of major developers in the city. Able Best, a construction and private development unit of Able En…

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held their fourth meeting in about six months on Tuesday, underscoring the need for greater cooperation between the historical Asian rivals amid global challenges, including the Iran war. Lee hosted Takaichi in his homet…

Chinese artificial intelligence heavyweight DeepSeek has recruited a former Jane Street star engineer to its new AI “harness” team, as it looks to ensure it does not fall behind in the agentic AI era. Cui Tianyi joined the Hangzhou start-up in March, according to a post on his LinkedIn profile on Tu…

Indonesian officials have moved to reassure markets that the country’s economic fundamentals remain sound after the rupiah sank to a record low, but President Prabowo Subianto’s attempts to play down the currency’s slide has attracted criticism from economists and social media users alike. The rupia…

China’s Liaoning aircraft carrier on Tuesday kicked off training that will include live-fire drills in the western Pacific, a move poised to draw attention from Japan amid tense bilateral ties. The Liaoning-led carrier task group’s training will include far-sea tactical flight, live-fire exercises, …

TYPHOON TOOK FOUR LIVES Alice created two new records By SCMP Staff This article was first published on May 21, 1961 The typhoon which struck Hongkong on Friday took four lives, but the damage done was negligible compared to the havoc wrought by the severe storm which pounded the Colony in June last…

A prominent American business group in China has called for expanded energy trade between the world’s two largest economies – a move first floated by US President Donald Trump during his state visit to Beijing last week. Analysts, however, warn that uncompetitive pricing could limit Chinese demand. …

Prestigious universities in China carry a rich tradition of showcasing their names on entrance gates, inscribed in calligraphy by renowned political leaders, reflecting both political history and academic prestige. Calligraphy, the art of writing, is a revered traditional Chinese art form that was h…

Spanish police said on Tuesday they had arrested the eldest son of Mango clothing empire founder Isak Andic over his father’s death during a hiking trip in December 2024. Jonathan Andic, who was alone with his 71-year-old father when the retail magnate plunged to his death in the Montserrat mountain…

The World Health Organization chief voiced concern on Tuesday about the “scale and speed” of an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo which has killed an estimated 131 people. The WHO has declared the surge of the highly contagious haemorrhagic fever an international health emergency an…

Finnish divers on Tuesday recovered the bodies of two of the four remaining Italians who died deep inside an underwater cave in an atoll in the Maldives, an official said. The bodies were located on Monday, when searches resumed after being suspended following the death of a local military diver dur…

The AI-driven “super cycle” in memory chips may lose momentum by 2028 as Chinese chipmakers aggressively expand production and global tech firms curb spending, a Samsung Electronics executive adviser said. “South Korea’s memory chip industry is performing very strongly this year and some forecasts s…

Japan’s Type 88 surface-to-ship missile entered service decades ago and is already being retired in favour of a more capable successor, yet the prospect of Tokyo transferring the ageing system to the Philippines has stirred a debate that reaches far beyond its modest specifications. Manila expressed…

Tech billionaire Elon Musk is once again using his massive social media megaphone to trumpet Chinese infrastructure to an international audience. On Monday, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla reposted on X, which he owns, a nearly six-minute video of Chongqing East Railway Station in southwestern China, dr…

Indonesian authorities, including the military, used online disinformation campaigns to brand activists and ⁠journalists as “foreign agents” and silence dissent, ⁠sometimes leading to physical threats, Amnesty International said ⁠in a report released on Tuesday. Amnesty’s findings reflect growing co…

The Hong Kong government will lift resale restrictions on replacement homes for flat owners displaced by the Tai Po fire and provide them with two-year vouchers to purchase second-hand subsidised housing, according to an official buy-back document seen by the South China Morning Post on Tuesday. The…

A surge in stock offerings by quantum computing firms suggests 2026 could be a breakout year for technologies still in their early stages of commercial viability. Investor exuberance is soaring as governments and industry anticipate significant milestones that could transform global power structures…

A Hong Kong court has acquitted a former HSBC banker of assaulting his wife at their home in a luxury seaside estate last year, suggesting she may have tried to frame him to gain an advantage in divorce proceedings. Kenneth Tung Hoi-yi, who previously led the bank’s financial sponsors group in Asia-…

A 38-year-old Hong Kong air-conditioner repairman has died after falling off a building in Kowloon City while working without any protective gear, the South China Morning Post has learned. A source said police received a report at 12.15pm on Tuesday of a man falling from Billionnaire Avant, a high-r…

China will actively participate in settling international conflicts and improve mechanisms for resolving them, a former Chinese diplomat has said, stressing that Hong Kong could serve as an “important bridge” for exchanges and a recently established mediation body in the city would bolster the inter…

Hong Kong actors Nick Cheung and William Chan have become the latest high-end homeowners to sell their units amid a strengthening recovery in the city’s luxury property market. Transactions in the segment more than doubled in the first quarter of the year, compared with the same period in 2025, acco…

Moonshot AI, the Chinese AI unicorn behind the popular Kimi chatbot, has informed shareholders that it intends to dismantle its offshore structure to pave the way for an initial public offering, likely in Hong Kong, according to people familiar with the matter. The Beijing-based start-up, with asset…

President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday that Russia’s relationship with China had reached “a truly unprecedented level”, pledging mutual support on core interests including sovereignty and national unity just hours before his arrival in Beijing. During his two-day trip, coming just days after US Pr…

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is considering calling a snap election before a mounting fuel subsidy crisis forces him to make spending cuts that would strip him of the conditions needed to win one. A national vote is not due until early 2028, but the political logic of going early is becomi…

In ancient China, summer heat could be deadly long before the advent of air conditioning. To survive it, people resorted to remedies ranging from imperial ice sculptures and water-powered fans to the more carefree practice of dressing minimally. One of the most devastating examples occurred during t…

Few relationships among world leaders have been portrayed as personally as that between President Xi Jinping and his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin. Xi, who rarely publicly reveals much about his personal life or emotions, once described Putin as his “best and most intimate friend”. Over the ye…

The number of ride-hailing vehicle licences will be determined based on Hong Kong’s unique conditions and the need to maintain passenger experience, the city’s leader has said, adding that the proposed subsidiary legislation will be submitted for approval on schedule. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chi…

Indonesia has proposed hosting an Asean oil storage hub to reinforce the region’s emergency fuel reserves, as supply disruptions from the Middle East lay bare the region’s vulnerability to energy shocks. But analysts say the plan, while attractive in principle, is likely to be hampered by political …

Asian airlines need government support to cope with the more than doubling of jet fuel prices that otherwise risks some carriers collapsing like US-based Spirit Airlines, according to the new head of the region’s industry body. Wong Hong, who took over as director general of the Association of Asia …

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Hong Kong’s economy and trade with the United States will benefit from greater stability and certainty brought by the summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and his US counterpart Donald Trump, the city’s leader has said. “Hong Kong is an externally oriented economy, susceptible to the influenc…

The Philippines is likely to be involved in any conflict over Taiwan because of its proximity and the nearly 200,000 Filipinos working there, President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr told Japanese media on Monday, ahead of a state visit to Japan next week. He said Manila did not want to be involved in any war…

A study from Tsinghua University has opened a new front in the global technology race by asking a question that may have profound implications for industrial powers. When commanding an artificial intelligence (AI) model to, say, design a better aircraft, does it matter whether you speak to it in Eng…

The head of Starbucks Korea has been fired after a marketing campaign sparked public outrage for ‌evoking painful memories of a brutal military crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in 1980. Shinsegae Group, the retail conglomerate that licences and manages the US coffee chain in South Korea, said i…

Hong Kong’s leader will travel to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan early next month to explore and seize new business opportunities, making Central Asia his latest area of focus and with the largest delegation travelling with him to date. After several years of promoting the city in the Middle East and Sou…

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Xpeng has begun mass production of autonomous cabs powered by its own chips, likely to mount yet another challenge on Tesla as both companies pursue a leading position in self-driving. Robotaxis have become the latest area where the two firms could go head-to-head…

A boy began sexually abusing his younger sister from when she was five and he was 12, continuing the assault for seven years and raping her repeatedly. At times when she resisted, the boy punched her, slapped her and pinched her. The offender, now 26, was sentenced in Singapore on Monday to 18 years…

A Russian hiker was seriously injured in the mountainous west of Tokyo on Sunday morning, raising fears that Japan could be heading for another record year of human-bear encounters. Police said a bear attacked the man as he was hiking along a forest road near Mount Sanukido, close to the town of Oku…

In February, a landmark study in the journal Science delivered rare good news for conservation: a five-year fishing ban in the Yangtze River had halted seven decades of biodiversity near-collapse. Fish biomass has surged, and the critically endangered finless porpoise has begun to rebound. Researche…

With their domestic profits narrowing and production capacity expanding, China’s firms are continuing to widen their overseas footprints in search of new, more lucrative markets. In this series, we examine China Inc.’s next phase of “going global” and the complex, challenging international environme…

China’s military mouthpiece has issued a rare warning that personnel may be insufficiently trained to operate new weapons, including unmanned systems, despite Beijing’s rapid advances in hardware. Some military units showed a low level of integration between personnel and equipment, Monday’s PLA Dai…

Ancient China’s legal system was never only about crime and punishment. It was also a mechanism of imperial control, used to protect the throne, discipline officials and regulate social order. Across millennia, it gave rise to sophisticated codes such as the Tang Code, as well as rules that now appe…

Hong Kong’s finance chief has begun a five-day European tour, starting in France, as part of the city’s latest push to attract global capital and reinforce its status as an international financial hub. Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po arrived in Paris on Monday, where he met representatives of th…

Residents from US Gulf coast communities in Texas who say Japanese-backed fossil fuel projects tied to tariff negotiations with US President Donald Trump threaten their health and safety have taken their fight to Tokyo. Members of community groups from Texas’ Freeport area met officials from the Jap…

Prosecutors in ⁠Minnesota on Monday charged a ⁠US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent with assault in connection with the shooting of a Venezuelan immigrant in Minneapolis in January during US President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown ‌in the city. Christian Castro, 53, was charged with f…

Thousands of people were ordered to evacuate on Monday as a wind-driven wildfire threatened suburban homes in Southern California. The Sandy Fire was reported at around 10am in the hills above Simi Valley, about 48km (30 miles) northwest of Los Angeles. By mid-afternoon it had consumed more than 200…

Mainland Chinese investors shed their holdings of US Treasury bills in March, joining many overseas institutions and central banks amid uncertainties over the US-Israel war on Iran. Such reductions in Treasury holdings reflected mounting doubts in global markets, analysts said, as the escalating war…

Hong Kong’s residential property market recovery is unlikely to be derailed by a potential increase in interest rates amid the Middle East conflict, as demand is supported by professionals relocating to the city and surging rents, according to Moody’s Ratings. At the same time, the moribund office a…

The United States said on Monday it is bolstering precautions to prevent the spread of Ebola, including screening air travellers from outbreak-hit areas and temporarily suspending visa services. The measures shared by the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) come as the World Health O…

Argentina is on the verge of settling its debt with China’s central bank, winding down a currency lifeline that kept the country afloat during years of financial turmoil and now sits at the centre of a geopolitical tug of war between Washington and Beijing. Government officials confirmed to Argentin…

When Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in Beijing this week, just days after US President Donald Trump departed, following his summit with President Xi Jinping, the choreography will not be merely diplomatic. It will be show of “civilisational theatre”. For years, analysts framed China as a p…

Cuba’s leader warned on Monday of a “bloodbath” in the event of an American attack, while the US Treasury sanctioned Cuba’s main intelligence agency and top leaders as tensions spiked between the arch-foes. President Miguel Diaz-Canel stressed Cuba’s right to defend itself a day after US news site A…

Two teenage gunmen opened fire on Monday at the Islamic Centre ‌of San Diego in California, killing three men outside the mosque, one of them a security guard, before the two suspects were found dead, apparently from self-inflicted gunshot wounds, police said. Both suspects are believed to be teenag…

US President Donald Trump said he has called off strikes on Iran planned for Tuesday at the urging of Gulf leaders as “serious negotiations” for a deal to end the war were underway. Trump said in a social media post on Monday that leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have aske…

British broadcaster Channel 4 removed all previous seasons of Married at First Sight – one of its flagship reality shows – on Monday after a BBC report detailing allegations of rape during the filming of the series. Channel ‌4, the publicly owned but commercially funded broadcaster established in th…

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Monday the US will give a 30-day extension for countries to import Russian oil that is already in tankers at sea, a move that is meant to reduce the oil supply shortages caused by the Iran war. The announcement marks a continued policy reversal by an admin…

A US jury ⁠on Monday ruled against Elon Musk in ⁠his lawsuit against OpenAI, finding the artificial intelligence company ⁠not liable to the world’s richest person for having allegedly strayed from its original mission to benefit humanity. In a unanimous verdict, the jury in Oakland, California feder…

Congressional reaction to US President Donald Trump’s visit to China highlighted how sharply Washington’s political consensus on Beijing has shifted in recent years, with lawmakers from both parties warning against any perceived softening of US support for Taiwan or broader strategic competition wit…

A British court sentenced a Polish lorry driver to more than 13 years in prison for smuggling £7 million (US$9.4 million) worth of cocaine in a shipment of underwear and clothing from Skims, Kim Kardashian’s shapewear brand, authorities said on Monday. The National Crime Agency (NCA) said Jakub Jan …

US prosecutors asked a judge on Monday to dismiss criminal fraud and conspiracy charges against Indian billionaire Gautaum Adani, who had been accused of duping investors in a major solar project in India. Adani, one of the world’s richest people, was accused in 2024 of paying massive bribes to ensu…

Belarus said on Monday its armed forces had begun training exercises involving Russian nuclear weapons, in a move that drew strong condemnation from Ukraine. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko agreed in 2023 – a year after Russia’s ‌invasion of Ukraine – to host Russian tactical nuclear missi…

Hong Kong’s Hospital Authority will begin using standard prefixes for telephone numbers to make it easier for people to recognise its calls rather than avoiding them due to scammers and advertisers. Starting next Tuesday, all phone calls made by the authority, which oversees public medical facilitie…

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US President Donald Trump might now “more clearly” understand that the US “cannot defeat China” but that it must instead engage a stronger Beijing, according to a prominent Chinese political scientist. Zheng Yongnian, an adviser to the Chinese government, also noted that Beijing had taken a “central…

Pope Leo and the co-founder of artificial intelligence company Anthropic will launch the pontiff’s first encyclical on May 25, a document on the care of human dignity in the era of AI, the Vatican said on Monday. An encyclical is an official letter from the pope to Roman Catholic bishops, usually to…

A licensing scheme allowing dogs into Hong Kong restaurants has attracted strong initial interest, with 70 per cent of the 1,000-place quota filled on the first day, according to food hygiene authorities. In response to inquiries from the South China Morning Post, the Food and Environmental Hygiene …

The World Health Organization opened a meeting of global health ministers on Monday amid concern over deadly hantavirus and Ebola outbreaks and uncertainty over announced US and Argentinian withdrawals. While the rare hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship that has gripped global attention is not offi…

Owners at Wang Chi House, the only block spared in Hong Kong’s fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court, have until October 15 to finalise the sale of homes under a government buyback scheme – provided more than 75 per cent of them indicate their intention to sell by the end of next month. However, the tight tim…

Donald Trump’s comment that he is “not looking to have somebody go independent” has sparked debate in Taiwan over whether it undermines the ruling party’s pro-independence platform. Trump made the remark after last week’s summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing, where Taiwan emerged as one …

A Spanish court acquitted Shakira in a tax fraud case, ordering the government to return more than 55 million euros (US$64 million) in wrongly imposed fines, according to a court document. The decision follows years of tax troubles in Spain for the Colombian superstar. The ruling relates to a disput…

The Philippine Senate convened on Monday as an impeachment court for Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio, even as a fresh battle for control of the chamber threatens to shape the direction of her trial and the fallout from the crimes-against-humanity case against her father, former president Rodrigo …

China is stepping up economic engagement with Russia by hosting the 10th edition of a major bilateral expo ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s expected trip to Beijing this week – just days after his American counterpart, Donald Trump, visited there last week. The back-to-back visits to the …

Birthright citizenship has long been considered a settled issue in the United States. It became the law of the land in 1868 with the 14th Amendment to the Constitution that guaranteed citizenship, due process and equal protection to anyone born in the US. Originally designed to ensure citizenship fo…

A Hong Kong police chief inspector has admitted accepting more than HK$1.1 million (US$140,463) in cash and gifts from a businessman in exchange for terminating a criminal investigation against him and divulging confidential information about two other cases. Tsuen Wan Court, which is now used to ha…

Issuing “several thousand” licences to ride-hailing vehicles under a proposed regulatory framework will be insufficient to meet demand, a Hong Kong government transport advisory body has said, calling for a quota that will not compromise existing services. Speaking after meeting government officials…

An unemployed man has received a suspended jail sentence for reposting a social media post by a fugitive inciting the Hong Kong public to boycott the Legislative Council election last year. Before suspending the punishment for 24 months, West Kowloon Court on Monday handed down a two-month jail term…

A woman with a chronic illness has been found dead in a Hong Kong public housing flat where her uninjured adult daughter, who suffers from mental illness, had been staying with her for at least two days. Police received a report at about 1.50pm on Monday from a 42-year-old woman who said she could n…

The US ⁠Africa Command (Africom) said on Monday ⁠it had carried out additional air strikes against Islamic State targets in northeastern Nigeria on Sunday, in coordination with the Nigerian government, as joint operations against militant groups intensify. Nigeria’s ‌Defence Headquarters said the la…

Chinese memory chip stocks rallied on Monday after ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) disclosed sharply stronger first-quarter results and an upbeat first-half outlook in its updated listing prospectus, as the global memory shortage boosts China’s semiconductor supply chain. GigaDevice, a chip desi…

Chinese police have announced the arrests of 16 people suspected of hacking drone systems and vowed a nationwide crackdown on illegal drone use. China’s Ministry of Public Security released details on 10 cases on Monday to warn the public about illegal drone use. The suspects were arrested between J…

Protests erupted in Kenya’s capital Nairobi on Monday as a nationwide public transport strike kicked off in protest at rising fuel prices. Commuters were stranded in various suburbs and the city centre remained deserted as motorists with private vehicles opted to stay home as protesters burned tyres…

The liquidators of China Evergrande Group are seeking 57 billion yuan (US$8.4 billion) from three PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) entities in one of the largest corporate lawsuit claims in Hong Kong, arguing the firm’s global coordinating arm assumed responsibility for audits linked to the collapsed de…

Four young men have pleaded guilty to rioting during the police siege of a university at the height of the 2019 anti-government protests in Hong Kong, with a defence lawyer saying in mitigation that one of them later developed post-traumatic stress disorder after being tortured in “KK Park” – a noto…

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s whirlwind visit to the United Arab Emirates on Friday – the opening leg of a five-nation tour that will also take him through the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy – arrived at what analysts characterise as a moment of acute strategic opportunity. With oil p…

A flat-owning Shanghai grandpa who lives in a supermarket to avoid loneliness gave his home to a nanny he met at the shop in the face of his son’s disapproval. Qiangming, 78, has been living in the staff entrance of the supermarket in Shanghai for nearly a decade. He sleeps on a mat, rests in the su…

Baidu has reached a historic milestone as its AI businesses surged to become its primary revenue driver in the first quarter, despite a 2 per cent dip in overall income, the Chinese tech giant said on Monday. The company’s artificial intelligence-related businesses, including AI cloud, AI applicatio…

Hong Kong’s largest annual LGBTQ carnival has been cancelled for the second year in a row after failing to secure a venue and the relevant event licences, according to its organiser. Pink Dot HK announced on Monday that it was forced to cancel this year’s festival after property manager Link Reit pu…

Iran has signalled “unprecedented” commitment to its ties with China by appointing a veteran of peace talks with the US as its emissary to Beijing, a move experts say also underscored China’s rise as a “third space” where Middle East powers could quietly negotiate. Tehran has made Mohammad Bagher Gh…

Hong Kong authorities have allocated HK$5 billion (US$638 million) in funding for efforts to safeguard national security, bringing the total amount earmarked for this purpose to HK$18 billion over the past five years, an official document has revealed. The South China Morning Post’s check on the gov…

Beijing has strongly criticised Taiwanese leader William Lai Ching-te for paying tribute to a figure from Japan’s colonial era in Taiwan. In a commentary published on Sunday, Communist Party mouthpiece the People’s Daily accused Lai, from Taiwan’s independence-leaning ruling Democratic Progressive P…

In South Korea, the clock is ticking on what threatens to become the most consequential labour dispute in recent history – and Seoul is running out of patience. With 50,000 workers at Samsung Electronics poised to walk off the job on Thursday in an 18-day strike, the government of President Lee Jae …

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A rare Ebola outbreak that may have circulated undetected in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo for several weeks has exposed the difficulty of detecting deadly viruses in regions where malaria, typhoid and other fever-causing illnesses were common and health systems were stretched thin. Abou…

Chances of Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim winning a fresh mandate look increasingly fraught, according to experts, as the unravelling of his coalition government gathered pace over the weekend amid threats of all-out war between allies and the defection of former stalwarts to a rival party. Anwar has pres…

For years, mobile carriers have billed users by the gigabyte. Now, China’s telecoms giants are seeking to monetise the artificial intelligence boom by introducing a new unit of measurement to monthly bills: the AI token. On Sunday, China Telecom unveiled nationwide, token-based pricing packages aime…

The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has opened the city’s first full-stack interactive robotics lab, partnering with 24 tech firms, mostly from mainland China, to train talent and develop humanoid robots over the next five years. The Hong Kong Embodied AI Lab, established by CUHK’s Hong Kong …

Chinese scientists landed on a disputed South China Sea reef over the weekend in the latest assertion of Beijing’s sovereignty claims. The uninhabited sandbank, Sandy Cay, has become a growing flashpoint following a series of encounters between Chinese and Philippine coastguard, military and fishing…

The thorny question of whether Britain should unwind a decade of estrangement from the European Union is resurfacing as the Labour Party starts to imagine a future beyond Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Two key figures have emerged as potential challengers after a series of political body blows that ha…

A Hong Kong court has ordered the confiscation of more than HK$674,000 (US$86,065) seized from three defendants in a landmark terrorism trial, finding the funds were gathered to support a plot to kill police during the 2019 anti-government protests. The High Court on Monday declared the money raised…

India may be the world’s most populous country, with 1.42 billion people and challenges like high youth unemployment, but powerful allies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi are championing larger families to counter a declining fertility rate. Even though the United Nations projects India’s population …

Hong Kong authorities should step up preventive measures and issue a travel alert to warn residents against visiting parts of central Africa as an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda threatens to worsen, an infectious disease expert has said. The World Health Organization d…

A Shanghai doctor has gone viral because he weighs 150kg, with some internet users jokingly asking whether they should follow such a plump person’s prescriptions. Chest surgeon Xiang Ruilong, who was born in the 1980s, works at Shanghai Yueyang Integrated Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Weste…

Chinese scientists have identified a new type of rare earths formation in the nation’s frigid northeastern provinces of Heilongjiang and Jilin – a discovery that could challenge assumptions about how rare earths occur across the country. Unlike the clay-heavy deposits of southern China – which requi…

Bangkok residents were digesting yet another avoidable tragedy on Monday after eight people were killed when a goods train ploughed into a city bus at a busy level crossing on Saturday afternoon. The train driver, who later tested positive for drugs, had also not received a valid operator’s licence …

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A 65-year-old taxi driver has been arrested after his vehicle collided with a pedestrian, who later died in hospital, marking Hong Kong’s second fatal crash involving an elderly cabby in less than a week. The pedestrian, 87, died after he was struck and trapped beneath the taxi while crossing the ro…

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un called on top military officials to bolster front-line units and turn the southern border into an “impregnable fortress”, state media reported on Monday. Kim gave the instruction at a meeting on Sunday where a photo released by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) sh…

China has unveiled the world’s first copper-blended titanium implant for orthopaedic surgery after more than a decade of research and development. This innovative material retains the exceptional strength and hardness characteristic of titanium alloy medical devices while significantly reducing the …

First-time drug abusers in Singapore who surrender themselves to the authorities will no longer face detention at the city state’s rehabilitation centre, a government minister has confirmed. All such abusers will now be placed on drug supervision in the community with mandatory case management for t…

Hong Kong’s government will launch a consultation exercise on the city’s first five-year plan next month. The plan is set to be released before the end of the year. It’s a monumental task. Lau Siu-kai, a consultant to the semi-official Chinese Association of Hong Kong and Macau Studies think tank an…

The Hong Kong Observatory received more than 10 reports of a locally felt tremor from a magnitude 5.2 earthquake that struck Guangxi early on Monday. According to the forecaster, the epicentre was located about 550km (342 miles) west-northwest of Hong Kong, with a focal depth of about 10km. “The Obs…

A man in southern China suspected of poisoning an online celebrity dog which is famous for collecting plastic bottles in the street has been caught after its owner called the police. The French bulldog nicknamed Xiaobai won the hearts of millions last year for diligently collecting plastic bottles f…

Complaints to Hong Kong’s equality watchdog about firings linked to suspected disability discrimination have more than doubled over the past five years, with concern groups attributing the rise to corporate restructuring and widespread lay-offs amid the economic downturn. The South China Morning Pos…

The deadlock over the Strait of Hormuz was one of the key issues discussed during the summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping last week. As the impasse continues, here is where things stand. Iran prepares new transit mechanism Tehran is moving to formalise its control over the strait with a “prof…

No country on Earth has adopted artificial intelligence faster than the United Arab Emirates – and the Middle Eastern cultural crossroad’s ambitions to become an AI bridge to the Global South just got another major leg up with the delivery of the latest, cutting-edge US-designed chips. But those amb…

US President Donald Trump and top cabinet officials addressed thousands of Americans at a mass prayer rally in Washington on Sunday – an event critics saw as an overt display of Christian nationalism undermining the separation of church and state. The gathering was organised by the White House as pa…

Israeli strikes killed seven people in Lebanon on Sunday, including an Islamic Jihad commander, Lebanese authorities and state media said, despite a fragile ceasefire as Hezbollah called US-brokered talks between the two countries a “dead end”. The health ministry published a “preliminary toll” for …

A ⁠number ⁠of ⁠Americans currently in the Democratic Republic of Congo are believed to ‌have had exposure to suspected cases in the country’s latest Ebola outbreak, with several deemed to ⁠have had high-risk exposures, US health news website STAT ‌News reported on Sunday. At least one of ‌these indi…

Wu Yongping is one of mainland China’s leading specialists on Taiwan affairs and dean of the Institute for Taiwan Studies at Tsinghua University in Beijing. Here, he shares his views on signals from the Xi-Trump summit, and discusses peaceful reunification between the mainland and Taiwan and how it …

All four crew members ejected safely after two US Navy jets collided on Sunday during an air show at the Mountain Home Air Force Base in western Idaho, officials said. The collision and subsequent crash involved two US Navy EA-18 Growlers from the Electronic Attack Squadron 129 in Whidbey Island, Wa…

Hong Kong should not limit the number of vehicles licensed to provide ride-hailing services. In particular, every owner of an electric vehicle that complies with the regulations should, in principle, be able to obtain one on demand by paying the required fee. Normal market forces, together with fees…

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Sunday visited people wounded by a driver with a history of mental health problems who ran over several pedestrians in northern city of Modena. Hundreds gathered in the evening at the call of the city’s mayor to “unite against those who want to divide and sow…

A 67-year-old hiker has died after being attacked by a herd of cows in Austria, authorities said, in the latest fatal incident involving livestock in the Alps. The woman was attacked by what police described as a “mid-double-digit number” of cows in a pasture in the alpine district of Lienz in East …

China has agreed to buy at least US$17 billion in US agricultural products annually through 2028, the White House said on Sunday. The commitment resulted from the summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping last week and will be in addition to soybean purchase commitmen…

Norway’s interior security service, PST, said on Sunday a Chinese man had been arrested in the country’s north for spying, just weeks after a Chinese woman was arrested suspected of spying on satellite data. The suspect was arrested on Friday by the Nordland police district, Eirik Veum, PST’s media …

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that Israel had almost completed a key goal of the war in Gaza – eliminating all those responsible for orchestrating the October 7 attack. His remarks followed the Israeli military’s announcement that Ezzedine al-Haddad, commander of Hamas’ armed wing…

German police shot dead a tiger that escaped from a private facility near the eastern city of Leipzig, with a 73-year-old man seriously injured in the incident, authorities said on Sunday. Police said the man was inside the enclosure when the animal broke free in Schkeuditz, on the outskirts of Leip…

Around 10 “new” suspected victims have come forward in a French investigation into the network of the late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a prosecutor said on Sunday. France opened a human trafficking investigation after the US Justice Department in January released the latest cache of files from …

South Korea ⁠will pursue all options, ⁠including emergency arbitration, to ⁠avoid a labour strike at the country’s biggest employer Samsung Electronics and to minimise any damage if one does occur, its prime minister said on Sunday. The world’s largest memory chipmaker and its South ‌Korean labour u…

US plans to build up to 15 battleships designed to serve as a “strike-centric arsenal ship” to deter China have been called into question. Analysts said the ships would not only be vulnerable to anti-ship missiles, but would also be expensive to operate and maintain, and questioned whether the Unite…

Hong Kong has stepped up health screenings for air passengers arriving from Africa as part of a contingency plan to guard against Ebola, after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared an outbreak of the deadly infectious disease on the continent a “public health emergency of international concer…

The former Chinese governor criticised for mishandling the Covid-19 outbreak is under investigation for corruption. The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI), China’s top political disciplinary body, said on Sunday that Wang Xiaodong, 66, who was governor of Hubei province in 2020 as t…

Two prominent ⁠former Malaysian ministers said on ⁠Sunday they would vacate their parliamentary seats ⁠and resign from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s ruling coalition party to join a small party that they would take over. The move by Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, who resigned from cabinet la…

Sparks flew in a Beijing conference room last week, as diplomats, officials and experts from Europe and China clashed over their deepening trade problems. Chinese speakers were accused of dismissing Europe’s long-standing complaints and ignoring the harsh economic reality of an increasingly lopsided…

Hundreds of Hongkongers, including prominent business and political figures, have attended a memorial service for Maisy Ho Chiu-ha, the daughter of late Hong Kong and Macau tycoon Stanley Ho Hung-sun, remembering her as a low-profile philanthropist. Mourners dressed in black streamed into the ballro…

China is stepping up construction of a “national computing network”, aiming to turn artificial intelligence infrastructure into a public utility as token usage surges and telecoms operators seek new growth engines beyond mobile data and phone bills. The push was highlighted by national broadcaster C…

One formulation emerging from the summit between President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump in Beijing merits particular attention: the reference in China’s official readout to a “constructive China-US relationship of strategic stability” that should guide ties “over the next three years and…

The People’s Liberation Army has accused Japan of taking a “dangerous gamble” with its plan to deploy satellite-aided drones to its southwestern islands near Taiwan. In a commentary on Sunday, the PLA Daily, the mouthpiece of the Chinese military, said that while Tokyo maintained that it was buildin…

A drone strike targeted the United Arab Emirates’ Barakah nuclear power plant on Sunday, setting an electrical generator ablaze on its perimeter and again straining the shaky ceasefire in the Iran war. No one immediately claimed responsibility for the attack, which caused no radiological release nor…

If a certain tiny bubble suddenly appeared somewhere in the cosmos, physicists say, it could expand and erase everything in its path. Known as “false vacuum decay”, the scenario has been one of the most unsettling ideas in theoretical physics for nearly half a century. Now, researchers at Tsinghua U…

Hong Kong’s Hung Shui Kiu industrial park operator will consider issuing bonds to finance its future operations and propose tax concession measures to the government to attract enterprises to set foot in the area. Veteran industrialist Jeffrey Lam Kin-fung made the remarks on Sunday, two weeks befor…

China’s first domestically developed fuel designed for motor racing has made its debut at a rally in the western deserts in what state media hailed as a milestone for the country’s oil refining industry. As the first of its kind to be mass-produced in China, the fuel was described by state broadcast…

The liquidators of China Evergrande Group’s lawsuit against PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) International will have their case heard in the Hong Kong High Court on Monday, according to records posted on the judiciary’s website. The one-day hearing was scheduled before Deputy Judge Patrick Fung Pak-tung…

Russia’s capital and the surrounding Moscow region came under record drone attacks overnight, leaving at least three people killed and over a dozen wounded. Residential buildings were damaged across several suburbs and Moscow’s oil refinery was targeted in a rare strike, according to local authoriti…

Philippine government lawyers have urged the Supreme Court to reject the bid of fugitive Senator Ronald dela Rosa, who is wanted for alleged crimes against humanity linked to his role in a bloody “war on drugs”, to block his arrest and surrender. Dela Rosa, ‌the former police chief who oversaw forme…

In November 1861, during his self-imposed political exile, French writer Victor Hugo penned a blistering condemnation of his country. The author of Les Misérables described two “bandits” – France and Britain – who had attacked the Old Summer Palace, or Yuanmingyuan, in Beijing the previous year. “On…

North Korean women’s soccer club Naegohyang FC arrived in South Korea on Sunday for an Asian Women’s Champions League semi-final, marking the first visit by athletes from ‌the isolated state to the South in eight years. The delegation of 27 players and 12 staff entered the country ahead of Wednesday…

US President Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing with a delegation of leading American tech executives should not be read as a throwback to transactional diplomacy. It points to something more consequential. After years of rhetoric about economic separation, the reality is becoming harder to ignore: the…

Residents at a private housing estate in Hong Kong have stepped up pest prevention measures, as authorities investigate the city’s first human case of rat hepatitis E recorded this year. Janitors were seen deep-cleaning public areas at the 25-block Laguna Verde estate in Hung Hom on Sunday, with san…

Calls by hardline Indian political figures to resume backchannel talks with Pakistan, a year after their latest conflict, reflect the realisation that both countries cannot afford another war for the time being, analysts say. Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) secretary general Dattatreya Hosabale’s …

Visitors to the Forbidden City in China’s capital city might find it hard to ignore its magnificent red door, but there is more to the entrance than its beauty. The golden door nails not only neatly line up, they were exclusive to the royal family and cannot be seen everywhere in China. In the Ming …

The Singapore Police Force has obtained footage of the AI-generated Zoom video conference that was part of a scam involving the impersonation of senior government officials, including Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, it said on Saturday. In one case, a victim lost at least S$4.9 million (US$3.8 million…

An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed more than 80 as authorities warned there was no vaccine for the strain in a crisis that the World Health Organization declared an international health emergency on Sunday. A total of 88 deaths and 336 suspected cases of the highly cont…

Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po will seek to explain Hong Kong’s efforts to combat terrorism funding and work to attract more capital and business to the city during a five-day Europe trip, with the minister noting that stabilising geopolitics will strengthen foreign ties and the economic enviro…

China’s industrial sectors are racing to integrate artificial intelligence to boost efficiency, bolstered by state support, but experts warn that critical vertical markets – such as healthcare and aerospace – may be too “high risk” for the shift towards autonomous agents. Hailed as the driver of a “…

More than 310 enterprises from mainland China and abroad have established or expanded operations in Hong Kong by early May, bringing in more than HK$26 billion (US$3.3 billion) in capital in the first year of operation, according to the government agency tasked with attracting foreign investment. Ca…

A surge in arrests of suspected foreign scammers in Sri Lanka has authorities concerned that the island is fast becoming a hub for online crime, following sweeping crackdowns in hotspots Cambodia and Myanmar. Officials say some scam networks forced out of countries in Southeast Asia have simply shif…

Wu Yongping is one of the Chinese mainland’s leading specialists on Taiwan affairs and dean of the Institute for Taiwan Studies at Tsinghua University in Beijing. Here he shares his views on signals from the Xi-Trump summit, and discusses peaceful reunification between the mainland and Taiwan and ho…

Tung vows to make library a world-class cultural centre By Shirley Lau This article was first published on May 17, 2001 After years of controversy and months of delay, the $690 million Central Library opened yesterday (May 16, 2001) with a commitment from Tung Chee-hwa to make it a world-class cultu…

A Chinese company is turning the emissions from a coal-fired power plant into fertiliser, expanding the application of a technology that could make both carbon capture and food cheaper. A report published on Monday by China Electric Power News cited a person involved in the project as saying that “f…

The face of beauty in Asia is changing, says Dr Dissapong Panithaporn. He should know, as he sees it every day in Thailand. The younger generation, women and men in their mid-twenties, are edging away from plastic surgery and fillers towards something more natural, the leading Thai dermatologist sai…

Hong Kong police will prosecute the seventh suspect and are seeking another over the murder of a newspaper vendor in 1999, a day after the former was handed over by Shenzhen authorities. The force said on Sunday that it would charge a 54-year-old man surnamed Lin with murder for his alleged role in …

US President Donald Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jnr succeeded in their efforts to defeat Senator Bill Cassidy in Louisiana’s Republican primary, a signal of the enduring strength of the president’s hold on his party despite an unpopular war and soaring fuel prices. Cassidy was one o…

Australia’s Qantas was forced to divert a flight bound for the United States over a disruptive passenger, with local media reporting the man bit a flight attendant. The flight from Melbourne was headed to Dallas on Friday when it was forced to make a stop-off in Papeete, the capital of French Polyne…

China has launched a new offensive on desertification in western Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, deploying the same technology used on the moon to help safeguard food security. Last month, several projects involving sand control, desertification prevention, and wind erosion and salinity management…

Hong Kong’s food hygiene authorities are training 90 officers to assist and inspect restaurants applying for a new dog licence, while a cafe owner expects the framework to reduce legal grey areas when it goes into effect. Applications for the licence will open on Monday, with the Food and Environmen…

Southeast Asia stands at the threshold of a nuclear renaissance. Vietnam and Russia signed an agreement in March for the Ninh Thuan 1 Nuclear Power Plant. The Philippines and Indonesia aim to have operational reactors by the early 2030s. Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore are studying small modular re…

A 38-year-old motorcyclist has died after his vehicle crashed into a fallen tree by a road in Hong Kong’s New Territories. Police said on Sunday that they received a report at 10.32pm the day before that an accident involving a motorcycle had taken place in Tai Po. The force said the rider was trave…

ClearVue Technologies, an Australian solar technology company, will set up a joint venture with a Chinese partner in Hong Kong to produce power-generating glass for building facades, a concept seen as timely given rising energy prices amid geopolitical tensions. The Australian Securities Exchange-li…

Acrimony set aside at Tower festivities By Goeffrey Crothall This article was first published on May 18, 1990 Leaders of politics, finance and commerce from Hongkong and China converged on No 1 Garden Road last night to celebrate the official opening of the territory’s tallest building, the Bank of …

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Trump picks off Massie in Kentucky  PoliticoTrump-backed challenger defeats Republican rebel Massie in primary  BBCKY-4 primary called for Ed Gallrein over Thomas Massie: NBC, DDHQ  The Courier-JournalTrump-backed Navy SEAL vet delivers major blow to Massie in fiery GOP…

Donald Trump and sons granted ‘forever’ immunity from existing tax audits  Financial TimesNew settlement term bars IRS from investigating Trump, his family for past tax issues  CNNJohn Adams quote projected on DOJ building in protest of $1.8B fund  NBC NewsTop Treasury …

Senate Votes to Take Up Measure to Force Trump to End Iran War  The New York TimesSenate advances bill aimed at ending Iran war as Cassidy, after primary loss, flips to support it  YahooSenate advances measure to end military action in Iran in rebuke to Trump  CNBCSenat…

As Putin visits China, distrust simmers beneath an anti-U.S. alliance  The Washington PostPutin in China: Xi hosts Russian leader days after Trump visit  BBCVladimir Putin to meet Xi Jinping and reaffirm China ties after Donald Trump summit  Financial TimesAs a Weakened…

San Diego shooters shared livestream of attack, writings citing racist ideology  CNNSan Diego mosque shooting: Police detail 'heroic' actions of 3 victims, 'hateful beliefs' of suspected attackers  Yahoo'My protector': Daughter of slain security guard remembers Dad as hero &…

Six US states hold primaries as Trump urges Kentucky voters to oust Massie  The GuardianResults in Key Races: May 19th  The New York TimesWhat to know about today's primaries in Georgia, Kentucky, Pennsylvania and more  CBS NewsTuesday is a big primary day. Here's what …

Republican Senators Are Livid at Trump’s Endorsement of Paxton  The New York TimesTrump's revenge spree stuns Senate Republicans  AxiosPolls close in Kentucky, where Thomas Massie seeks to survive Trump’s attacks as several states hold primaries – live  The GuardianTrum…

Donike Gocaj dies after falling into open manhole in Midtown Manhattan, NYC  ABC7 New YorkWoman Dies After Falling Into Open Manhole in Manhattan  The New York TimesWhat went wrong? Woman's freak Midtown manhole death sparks demand for answers  NBC New YorkWoman dies af…

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‘It would be 100 percent illegal’: Top Democrats blast Duffy over road trip  PoliticoDuffy Defends Road Trip Reality Show In Tense Senate Hearing  The New York TimesWA company reportedly helped fund Sean Duffy’s reality TV-like road trip  The Seattle TimesFunding For Se…

Two Humboldt Residents Detained as Israeli Military Intercepts Global Sumud Flotilla — Again  Redheaded BlackbeltIsraeli forces fired shots at Gaza flotilla, all boats intercepted, group says  ReutersIsraeli detention of President Connolly's sister 'unacceptable' - Irish PM …

Trump says US could attack Iran again but that Tehran wants deal  YahooLive updates: Trump says he is holding off on new Iran attack for only a ‘limited period of time’  CNNOil prices ease after Trump says US will end Iran war 'very quickly'  ReutersTrump says he's call…

UK police find cocaine worth $9.3 million stashed in a shipment of Kim Kardashian brand underwear  AP News£7m of cocaine found in lorry carrying Kim Kardashian underwear & clothing  National Crime AgencyKim Kardashian's SKIMS Line Unknowingly Played a Role in $9.5 Million Drug Bu…

The UAE says drones that targeted its Barakah nuclear power plant came from Iraqi territory  AP NewsDrone strikes UAE nuclear plant as US and Iran signal they are prepared to resume war  AP NewsUAE says drones that targeted Barakah nuclear power plant came from Iraqi territory&nb…

Bond Yields Hit Highest Level Since 2007 as Inflation Fears Set In  The New York TimesU.S. Treasurys are now firmly in the 'danger zone,' strategists say  CNBC30-year US Treasury yield hits highest level in 19 years  CNNBond Yields Near Two-Decade High Open Rift Among I…

Rep. Thomas Massie loses GOP primary, the latest casualty of Trump’s wrath  The Washington PostTrump-backed challenger defeats Republican rebel Massie in primary  BBCOpinion | Republicans​ Certainly Seem to Want a King  The New York TimesEndorsed by Trump, Ed Gallrein d…

Justice Department expands Trump settlement to cover his tax audits  PoliticoNew settlement term bars IRS from investigating Trump, his family for past tax issues  CNNAnalysis | Trump’s extraordinary $1.8 billion legal fund to his allies  The Washington PostI.R.S. to Dr…

San Diego mosque shooters met online and left writings expressing hate, FBI says  PBSVictims of Islamic Center shooting identified  KPBS'My protector': Daughter of slain security guard remembers Dad as hero  USA TodaySan Diego Islamic Center suspects were self-radicaliz…

Trump's revenge spree stuns Senate Republicans  AxiosRepublican Senators Are Livid at Trump’s Endorsement of Paxton  The New York TimesTrump endorses Paxton in Texas, gambling on a challenger with baggage in a crucial race  BBCHow Ken Paxton courted Donald Trump and won…

Live Updates: Trump says he was "an hour away" from striking Iran, insists war is "very popular"  CBS NewsLive updates: Trump says he is holding off on new Iran attack for only a ‘limited period of time’  CNNOil prices ease after Trump says US will end Iran war 'very quickly'&nbs…

NAACP calls on Black athletes to pause on southern schools over voting rights.  NBC NewsNAACP urging athletes, fans to boycott over voting rights  ESPNBlack leaders turn to collegiate sports in fight over Southern representation  PoliticoNAACP calls on athletes and fans…

Why this Ebola outbreak will be so difficult to contain  The Washington PostPotential spread of Ebola warrants ‘serious concern,’ WHO chief says  CNNEbola Outbreak Update: An American Doctor, A WHO Emergency, And What The New Numbers Mean  ForbesEbola Outbreak in Centra…

As a Weakened Putin Follows Trump to Beijing, Iran War Offers an Opening  The New York TimesAs Putin visits China, distrust simmers beneath an anti-U.S. alliance  The Washington PostPutin in China: Xi hosts Russian leader days after Trump visit  BBCNow it’s Vladimir Put…

Jewish, Arab Israeli activists launch 'Hasbara' flotilla to counter GSF  The Jerusalem PostIsraeli forces fired shots at Gaza flotilla, all boats intercepted, group says  ReutersIsraeli detention of President Connolly's sister 'unacceptable' - Irish PM  BBCGaza aid flot…

Elon Musk said Sam Altman ‘stole’ a non-profit — but the trial showed he had similar aims  TechCrunchElon Musk Gets a Reality Check  The AtlanticElon Musk loses lawsuit against Sam Altman  Financial TimesOpenAI prevails in Musk's lawsuit, paving the way for IPO &nb…

In Kentucky’s 4th District Primary, Polls Show Tight Race Between Massie and Gallrein  The New York TimesKentucky House Primary Election 2026 Live Results  NBC NewsPolls begin closing in Kentucky, where Massie faces Trump-backed challenger  The Times of IsraelMassie, Ga…

Senate advances resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers for first time, after 4 Republicans defect  CBS NewsSenate Votes to Take Up Measure to Force Trump to End Iran War  The New York TimesSenate advances measure to end Iran war as Bill Cassidy flips vote  The Inde…

Georgia's 2026 Primary Election: Live results and updates from GPB News  Georgia Public BroadcastingGeorgia Senate Primary Election 2026 Live Results  NBC NewsLIVE ELECTION RESULTS: Georgia primary election 2026  WSB-TVWhy Georgia’s primaries could launch a new month of…

‘Puts that seat in jeopardy’: Senate Republicans rip Trump for Paxton endorsement  PoliticoRepublican Senators Are Livid at Trump’s Endorsement of Paxton  The New York TimesTrump's revenge spree stuns Senate Republicans  AxiosTrump endorses Paxton in Texas, gambling on …

Andy Barr wins Kentucky GOP Senate primary  PoliticoAndy Barr Wins Republican Primary for McConnell’s Seat in Kentucky  The New York TimesAndy Barr bests crowded Senate primary with help from Trump on way to replacing McConnell  Fox NewsWill Barr, Cameron win Kentucky U…

Trump held meeting on Iran war plans after pausing attack  AxiosLive updates: Trump says he is holding off on new Iran attack for only a ‘limited period of time’  CNNLive Updates: Trump says he was "an hour away" from striking Iran, insists war is "very popular"  CBS Ne…

A new Ebola outbreak could be the worst in a decade  The EconomistPotential spread of Ebola warrants ‘serious concern,’ WHO chief says  CNNEbola Disease Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)E…

Son of Mango boss arrested over father's fatal fall from cliff  BBCMango founder’s son arrested in connection to father’s plunging death  CNNSon of Mango Fashion Chain’s Founder Is Arrested as Suspect in His Death  The New York TimesSon of Mango fashion chain founder po…

Before deadly San Diego mosque shooting, mother called police with concerning warning  Fox NewsLive updates: Shooting suspect’s mother reported her son, car and weapons missing hours before mosque attack  CNNVictims of Islamic Center shooting identified  KPBSSan Diego m…

Vice-President JD Vance hosting White House press briefing  BBCVance follows Rubio’s raucous briefing with subdued performance  The HillJD Vance says Trump is 'locked and loaded' to restart military campaign against Iran if nuclear talks fail  Fox News'Locked and loaded…

Trump endorses Ken Paxton in Texas GOP primary, boosting his challenge to incumbent Sen. Cornyn  AP NewsTrump endorses Paxton in Texas, gambling on a challenger with baggage in a crucial race  BBCTrump endorses Paxton, upending Senate GOP plans in Texas race  CNNSenate …

Senator Bill Cassidy says he has no regrets over Trump impeachment vote after Louisiana loss  The GuardianBill Cassidy could be Trump’s Senate nightmare. So far he’s keeping his powder dry.  PoliticoTamara Keith and Amy Walter on Trump's power in pushing out 'disloyal' Republican…

Cracked part had been flagged ahead of Kentucky plane crash that killed 15 people  The GuardianNTSB probes why a UPS jet lost an engine and crashed on takeoff  CNNHearings to focus on why a UPS cargo plane engine fell off, causing deadly crash  NBC NewsLIVE | NTSB begin…

U.S. probing whether Chinese companies cut production of shipping containers before COVID pandemic  CBS NewsUS charges seven Chinese executives and four firms with illegal shipping container cartel  ReutersDOJ Unveils Price-Fixing Charges in Shipping Container Case  Blo…

'Ebola has tortured us': Fear as DR Congo outbreak spreads  BBCWhat we know about the latest Ebola outbreak after WHO declares global health emergency  CNNWhat is the Bundibugyo Virus Involved in the Ebola Outbreak?  The New York TimesEbola deaths rise sharply as outbre…

More US troop withdrawals from Europe expected, NATO commander says  Military TimesTop NATO Official Says 5,000 US Troops to Leave Europe  Bloomberg.comUS troop withdrawal from Europe to take 'years' — general  DW.comThe townspeople of Vilseck, Germany, worry that Trump…

Elon Musk breaks silence on OpenAI trial decision  TeslaratiMusk loses in court, Home Depot earnings, DOJ's 'lawfare' fund and more in Morning Squawk  CNBCSam Altman vs. Elon Musk: OpenAI CEO Claims Legal Victory Over Tesla Billionaire—but Whose Property Portfolio Is the Real Win…

Trump's past tax returns get protection from IRS enforcement under 'lawfare' fund settlement  CNBCTop Treasury Lawyer Resigns After Creation of ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’  The New York TimesTrump’s $1.8 billion ‘lawfare’ fund is making Republicans nervous  PoliticoNew de…

I knew Amin Abdullah, the hero of the San Diego mosque shooting  Al JazeeraWhat we know about the pair accused of attacking San Diego Islamic Center, killing 3  Los Angeles TimesMansour Kaziha, Nader Awad identified as victims in San Diego Mosque attack  Al JazeeraSlain…

What to know about today's primaries in Georgia, Kentucky, Pennsylvania and more  CBS NewsTuesday is a big primary day. Here's what you need to know  NPRTrump Endorsements Face Ultimate Test as 6 States Vote in High-Stakes Primaries  U.S. News & World ReportResults in K…

Horrific moment engine flies off UPS Flight 2976 just before its crash killed 15  New York PostCracked part had been flagged ahead of Kentucky plane crash that killed 15 people  The GuardianNTSB probes why a UPS jet lost an engine and crashed on takeoff  CNNNTSB hearing…

Bill Cassidy could be Trump’s Senate nightmare. So far he’s keeping his powder dry.  PoliticoSenator Bill Cassidy says he has no regrets over Trump impeachment vote after Louisiana loss  The GuardianTrump’s ouster of Republican senator sends shock waves through Senate GOP &n…

Georgia Republicans worry their path to defeating Ossoff is becoming more difficult  PoliticoLive Updates: Midterm Primary Elections in Kentucky and Georgia Will Test Trump's Influence  The New York TimesBrian Kemp passed on a Georgia Senate run. Then he threw himself in the midd…

Israel's trying to expel a whole Palestinian district in East Jerusalem, activists say  NPRSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Russia holds massive drills of its nuclear forces  NBC NewsRussia Conducts Massive Nuclear Drills as Putin Visits China  Bloomberg.comRussia begins nuclear drills amid intensifying drone war  DW.comBelarus dismisses concerns as it launches joint nuclear drills with Russ…

Graduates are booing pep talks on AI at college commencements  AP NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

San Diego Mosque Shooting: What to Know About the Suspects and What Happened  The New York TimesWhat we know about the pair accused of attacking San Diego Islamic Center, killing 3  Los Angeles TimesThree Islamic Center of San Diego shooting victims praised for preventing an even…

Minnesota becomes first state to ban prediction markets  NPRCFTC Sues Minnesota to Block State Law  Commodity Futures Trading Commission | CFTC (.gov)‘You can bet on it’: Utah lawmakers form united front in push to ban prediction markets  The GuardianWall Street regulat…

NTSB opens hearings on why UPS cargo plane engine fell off, causing deadly crash  AP NewsNTSB probes why a UPS jet lost an engine and crashed on takeoff  CNNNew Video Shows Engine Flying Off Plane in Deadly Louisville Crash  YahooCracked part had been flagged ahead of K…

DC father talks protecting kids during teen fight inside Chipotle: 'It was like an ambush'  WJLAFight at Navy Yard Chipotle sparks new push for youth curfew  NBC4 WashingtonUS Attorney Pirro slams teen takeovers: ‘We’re not going to tolerate what we saw at Chipotle’  Ne…

Russia holds massive drills of its nuclear forces as Ukraine steps up its drone attacks  AP NewsRussia holds massive drills of its nuclear forces  NBC NewsRussia Conducts Massive Nuclear Drills as Putin Visits China  Bloomberg.comRussia begins nuclear drills amid intens…

Mango Heir Arrested in Probe of Father’s 2024 Hiking Death  Bloomberg.comSon of Mango Fashion Chain’s Founder Is Arrested as Suspect in His Death  The New York TimesHe Inherited a $4.3 Billion Fashion Brand After the Death of His Father. Now, He's Suspected of Homicide &nbsp…

Live updates: Shooting suspect’s mother reported her son, car and weapons missing hours before mosque attack  CNNPolice investigate San Diego Islamic Center shooting that left 5 dead as a hate-crime  KPBSThree Islamic Center of San Diego shooting victims praised for preventing an…

Trump endorses Ken Paxton over incumbent John Cornyn in Texas Senate primary runoff  NPRTrump endorses Paxton, upending Senate GOP plans in Texas race  CNNIn Texas, Trump made one of the dumbest political decisions of his presidencies  The Boston GlobeLive Updates: Midt…

Sandy Fire latest: Brush fire erupts in Simi Valley; evacuation orders and warnings issued as flames threaten homes  ABC7 Los AngelesSandy Fire in Simi Valley: Crews race to extinguish blaze with more wind expected  ABC7 Los AngelesMore than 17,000 under evacuation orders as Sout…

Putin Arrives in Beijing With Entourage of Ministers and CEOs  The Moscow TimesPutin in Beijing: 3 things Russia needs from China  CNBCPutin arrives in China for talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping  Al JazeeraAs a Weakened Putin Follows Trump to Beijing, Iran War Offer…

Iran says its new proposal demands reparations, US troop withdrawal, end to Lebanon war  The Times of IsraelSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

In Musk v. Altman trial, the entire AI industry lost  AxiosMusk's failed court attack on OpenAI could leave lasting scars on Altman's reputation  ReutersWhat will the court of public opinion think about Musk’s loss against OpenAI?  Fast CompanyMusk slams Altman trial ve…

Middle East on Edge After Trump Says He Delayed Attack on Iran  The New York TimesTrump says he was 'an hour away' from Iran strike decision before he postponed it  CNBCTrump: U.S. may attack Iran again but Tehran wants deal  Honolulu Star-AdvertiserShares diverge, bond…

Mother’s call to police sparked urgent search before San Diego mosque shooting  The Washington PostPolice investigate San Diego Islamic Center shooting that left 5 dead as a hate-crime  KPBSWhat to know about the San Diego Islamic Center shooting suspects  ABC News - Br…

Under congressional scrutiny, Blanche defends nearly $1.8 billion fund to pay Trump allies  AP NewsLive updates: Acting attorney general faces questions about compensation fund for Trump allies  CNNThe I.R.S. Thought It Could Fight Trump’s Lawsuit, but It Reached a Deal Anyway&nb…

Supreme Court sends closely watched Native American voting rights decision back to lower court  PBSJustice Jackson slams Supreme Court’s handling of rush appeal in Louisiana redistricting case  CNNUS Supreme Court reverses ruling against Mississippi legislative redistricting&nbsp…

Simi Valley and Santa Rosa fires: Active California wildfires seen from space  BBCSandy Fire in Simi Valley: Crews race to extinguish blaze with more wind expected  ABC7 Los AngelesSandy fire growth stalls overnight, evacuation warnings lifting in Ventura County  Los An…

Trump defends ballroom after Senate funding setback  PoliticoTrump’s Ballroom Quest Gets Even More Unhinged  The New RepublicScoop: Tillis pops up against GOP's new reconciliation bill  AxiosSenate GOP looking for off-ramp from White House ballroom debacle  Th…

‘We are facing an existential crisis’: Redistricting rocks the race for the nation’s bluest House seat  PoliticoProgressives seek another big primary win in the nation’s bluest House district  NBC NewsCandidate profiles for Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District  6ab…

Iran stages mass weddings for couples said to have volunteered for "self-sacrifice" in war with U.S.  CBS NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Xi to host 'old friend' Putin as China projects stable global role after Trump visit  ReutersPutin in Beijing: 3 things Russia needs from China  CNBCPutin visits China to reaffirm Russia ties as Xi also seeks stable U.S. relations after Trump summit  Los Angeles Times‘C…

Trump halts 'major attack' on Iran, but ready to strike if Tehran won't give up nuclear weapon plans  Fox NewsTrump Threatens Iran and Then Pulls Back, All in the Same Day  The New York TimesMiddle East on edge after Trump says he delayed attack on Iran  The Seattle Tim…

Justices Hint at Strains as Supreme Court Comes Under Scrutiny  The New York TimesJackson doubles down on criticism of fellow justices over Louisiana redistricting case: 'Be better'  Fox NewsJustice Jackson criticizes Supreme Court’s handling of major voting case  The W…

Trump's revenge tour comes for Massie  AxiosRepublican fights to survive Trump’s wrath in most expensive House primary ever  The Washington PostCapitol agenda: Trump turns to Massie after Cassidy revenge  PoliticoThomas Massie Wants the Epstein Files. Trump Wants Him Ou…

Sandy Fire in Simi Valley: Crews race to extinguish blaze with more wind expected  ABC7 Los AngelesSimi Valley and Santa Rosa fires: Active California wildfires seen from space  BBCActivity Slows in Sandy Fire in Simi Valley. Evacuation Orders Remain.  The New York Time…

A Single Donation Could Upend the G.O.P. Primary for Texas Attorney General  The New York TimesChip Roy gets $2.75 million infusion from GOP megadonor Alex Fairly in attorney general runoff  The Texas TribuneTexas Democrats should pick Nathan Johnson to replace Ken Paxton | Endor…

Ebola Outbreak Death Toll Rises To 131, WHO ‘Deeply Concerned’ About Spread (Live Updates)  ForbesW.H.O. Chief Is ‘Deeply Concerned’ by Speed and Scale of Ebola Outbreak  The New York TimesU.S. Imposes Entry Ban on Travelers from DRC, Uganda and South Sudan as Ebola Deaths Top 13…

Bodies of 2 Italian divers are recovered from deep in a Maldives underwater cave  AP NewsBodies of two Italian divers recovered from sea cave in Maldives  CNNFinnish divers recover two of the dead Italians from an underwater cave in the Maldives  YahooMaldives investiga…

As OpenAI Celebrates Court Win Against Musk, Other Challenges Lie Ahead  The New York TimesOpenAI prevails in Musk's lawsuit, paving the way for IPO  Yahoo FinanceIn Musk v. Altman trial, the entire AI industry lost  AxiosElon Musk Gets a Reality Check  The At…

3 killed in shooting at Islamic Center of San Diego, police say; 2 suspects also dead  CBS NewsPolice investigate Islamic Center shooting as a hate-crime  KPBSSecurity guard, Amin Abdullah, hailed as hero in San Diego mosque shooting  BBCA suicide note with writings abo…

Iran's new offer is insufficient, risks war resumption: senior U.S. official  AxiosIran says peace proposal includes reparations for war damage, US troop withdrawal  ReutersTrump warns Iran "clock is ticking" until U.S. launches harder strikes  Axios‘Won’t be anything l…

Tuesday is a big primary day. Here's what you need to know  NPRMidterms Live Updates: Primary Races in Kentucky and Georgia Will Test Trump's Influence  The New York TimesVoters in six states head to polls with Kentucky’s Massie facing Trump’s fury – US politics live  T…

Hearings to focus on why a UPS cargo plane engine fell off, causing deadly crash  NBC NewsNTSB hearing will probe cause of fiery UPS jet crash that killed 15 in Louisville  NPRBoeing, FAA to face questioning at NTSB hearing in deadly Louisville UPS plane crash investigation …

Money, love and murder: the Mango founder case that shocked Spain  Euronews.comSon of Mango boss arrested over father's fatal fall from cliff  BBCSon of Mango fashion chain founder arrested in Spain over death of father  The GuardianMango founder’s son detained over fat…

Live Updates: Trump calls off scheduled attack on Iran amid "serious negotiations" toward peace deal  CBS NewsTrump Threatens Iran and Then Pulls Back, All in the Same Day  The New York TimesNews Wrap: Trump says he called off strike on Iran planned for Tuesday  PBSTrum…

GOP Rep. Thomas Massie defiant as Trump seeks to oust him in primary: "I'm going to win"  CBS NewsThomas Massie - Republican who stood up to Trump is hoping for big win against president  BBCTrump-Massie Showdown Comes to a Head in Kentucky Primary Race  Bloomberg.comUS…

The Supreme Court avoids taking up a fight over Voting Rights Act enforcement for now  NPRJustices Hint at Strains as Supreme Court Comes Under Scrutiny  The New York TimesJustice Jackson slams Supreme Court’s handling of rush appeal in Louisiana redistricting case  CNN…

Trump claims planned attack on Iran postponed after Tehran makes new proposal to end war  The GuardianIran says peace proposal includes reparations for war damage, US troop withdrawal  ReutersIran’s Peace Proposal Demands Sanctions Relief And End Of Blockade After Trump Says He H…

Treasury Lawyer Quits as Government Settles Trump IRS Suit  WSJTrump’s compensation plan is a metaphor for a brazen presidency  CNNEven by Trumpian standards, a $1.8bn fund for friends is bad  The EconomistJustice department sets up $1.7bn fund to compensate Trump allie…

What to watch in Tuesday’s primaries in Kentucky, Georgia and elsewhere  CNNMidterms Live Updates: Pivotal Races in Kentucky and Georgia Highlight Busy Primary Day  The New York TimesSix US states hold primaries as Trump urges Kentucky voters to oust Massie  The Guardia…

Nancy Pelosi endorses fellow progressive Connie Chan in high-profile race to succeed her  NBC NewsPelosi endorses Connie Chan in race to replace her in San Francisco  CNNNancy Pelosi breaks silence to endorse San Francisco supervisor as successor  The GuardianNancy Pelo…

Deal reached to end strike at largest US commuter railroad  Yahoo News New ZealandSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Iran more than doubled executions in 2025 as global use of the death penalty hit 44-year high, report says  CBS NewsGLOBAL: Executions surge to highest recorded figure in 44 years  Amnesty InternationalDeSantis, Florida singled out in report as executions surge worldwide &nb…

W.H.O. Chief Is ‘Deeply Concerned’ By Speed and Scale of Ebola Outbreak As Cases Rise  The New York TimesWHO chief raises alarm over scale of Ebola outbreak as death toll climbs  CNNEpidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and U…

Belarus launches drills involving Russian nuclear weapons  DW.comRussia conducts major nuclear drills  NBC NewsRussia conducting 3 days of major nuclear drills  CBS NewsBelarus Starts Nuclear Drills With Russia After Kyiv’s Warnings  Bloomberg.comBelarus dismi…

Musk loses blockbuster OpenAI suit as jury says too late  Yahoo FinanceIn Musk v. Altman trial, the entire AI industry lost  AxiosFederal jury delivers verdict on Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI  Fox BusinessMusk's failed court attack on OpenAI could leave lasting scars o…

Gunmen kill 3 people at San Diego Islamic centre in suspected hate crime  Al Jazeera3 killed in San Diego mosque shooting, and 2 suspects found dead  fox5sandiego.comWhat to know about the suspected San Diego shooters  CNNPolice investigate Islamic Center shooting as a …

Severe Weather Outbreak Maps Tracker: Radar, Warnings, Storm Reports And More  The Weather ChannelSevere storm outbreak in Central US pushes east Tuesday as threat gradually eases  CNNSevere Weather Outbreak Continues Tuesday, Storms Possible From Texas to Maine  Yahoo5…

At least 131 dead in Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, official says  BBCW.H.O. Chief Is ‘Deeply Concerned’ By Speed and Scale of Ebola Outbreak As Cases Rise  The New York TimesWHO head ‘deeply concerned’ by Ebola outbreak as cases and deaths surge in DRC  The GuardianEpidem…

Ireland’s president ‘proud’ of sister detained by Israel en route to Gaza  politico.euGaza aid flotilla says Israeli forces intercepted 41 vessels, 10 still sailing  ReutersGaza flotilla organizers say 10 ships still sailing toward Strip after 41 intercepted by Israel  …

All of Musk’s claims in lawsuit against OpenAI dismissed in federal trial  The Washington PostIn Musk v. Altman trial, the entire AI industry lost  AxiosFederal jury delivers verdict on Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI  Fox BusinessAs OpenAI Celebrates Court Win Against Mu…

Trump says he's pausing plan to attack Iran  AxiosTrump Threatens Iran and Then Pulls Back, All in the Same Day  The New York TimesTrump says he's called off Iran strike at request of Gulf allies  NPRIran war live: Trump says Iran attack postponed at request of Gulf all…

Justice Department announces a $1.7 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' fund to compensate Trump allies  PBSTrump administration creates $1.776 billion fund for allies of the president after he drops lawsuit against IRS  CNNTreasury Lawyer Quits as Government Settles Trump IRS Suit…

Long Island Rail Road strike to end as MTA, unions reach tentative deal  CBS NewsLive updates: Deal reached by MTA and unions to end LIRR strike, service to resume at noon  NBC New YorkDeal reached to end strike at largest US commuter railroad  CNNLIRR, MTA reach contra…

ICE agent charged in shooting of immigrant during Operation Metro Surge  Star TribuneICE Agent Charged in Shooting of a Venezuelan Immigrant in Minnesota  The New York TimesICE officer charged with four counts of assault in Minnesota shooting of Venezuelan immigrant  NB…

Trump's economic polling is in freefall  AxiosTrump’s Approval Sinks Amid Unpopular War, Darkening G.O.P. Prospects  The New York TimesTrump is losing his grip on his most important demographic  CNNStress, uncertainty as economy views decline; many voice frustration wit…

Nancy Pelosi endorses Connie Chan to succeed her in S.F. House race  San Francisco ChronicleNancy Pelosi endorses Connie Chan for Congress  Mission LocalPelosi endorses Connie Chan in race to replace her in San Francisco  CNNNancy Pelosi endorses Connie Chan for Distric…

Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping to discuss huge gas project at China summit  Financial TimesWhat really holds China and Russia together  BBCPutin visits China to reaffirm Russia ties  NPRNow it’s Vladimir Putin’s turn to visit Beijing  The EconomistXi’s double a…

Shifting momentum in the Russia-Ukraine war  NPRRussia is starting to lose ground in Ukraine  The EconomistRussia’s war casualty toll in Ukraine up by 1,220 over past day  Ukrinform - Ukrainian National News AgencyRussia’s War Is Going Badly—on the Ground and in the Air…

Ebola outbreak: WHO declares emergency, US restricts travel, American infected  Ars TechnicaAmerican infected with Ebola in DRC, as US moves to limit entry from virus-hit region  CNNEpidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and U…

'Hate rhetoric' under investigation in San Diego mosque shooting by teen suspects, say police  BBC3 killed in San Diego mosque shooting, and 2 suspects found dead  fox5sandiego.comWhat to know about a deadly attack by teen gunmen on a San Diego mosque  AP NewsPolice inv…

Trump Threatens Iran and Then Pulls Back, All in the Same Day  The New York TimesCNBC Daily Open: Bonds sell-off, markets dip, oil worries loom — and Trump postpones Iran attack  CNBCIran war live: Trump says Iran attack postponed at request of Gulf allies  Al JazeeraOi…

Trump’s deal to drop suit against IRS creates $1.8B ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’  The Washington PostJustice department sets up $1.7bn fund to compensate Trump allies as he drops IRS lawsuit  BBCTop Treasury Lawyer Resigns After Creation of ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’  The N…

Abortion Pill Lawsuit Leaves Trump in a Political Bind Ahead of the Midterms  The New York TimesSupreme Court allows telehealth and mail access to mifepristone for now  CNNSCOTUS Preserved Abortion by Mail. Opponents Already Know Their Next Moves.  PoliticoIs the Suprem…

Pelosi endorses a successor in San Francisco’s testy House race  PoliticoNancy Pelosi Endorses Connie Chan to Succeed Her  The New York TimesNancy Pelosi endorses fellow progressive Connie Chan in high-profile race to succeed her  NBC NewsChan and Chakrabarti’s fight fo…

Man crashed into Channel Islands, set off major wildfire, officials say  SFGATEChannel Islands Fire Started Accidentally by Shipwrecked Sailor  The New York TimesLargest fire ever recorded on Santa Rosa Island endangers ‘gem of California coast’  Los Angeles TimesCalifo…

Two men arrested over stunt at enclosure of famous monkey Punch  BBC2 arrested after person breaks into Punch the monkey’s enclosure in Japan, zoo says  NBC NewsJapanese zoo says viral monkey Punch safe after 2 people broke enclosure  Good Morning America2 Americans Det…

Trump Warns Iran the ‘Clock Is Ticking’ as Tensions Surge Again in Middle East  The New York Times‘Won’t be anything left’: Trump issues warning to Iran after national security team meeting  CNNIran's new offer is insufficient, risks war resumption: senior U.S. official &nbs…

WHO to give update on hantavirus and Ebola after outbreaks  BBCWorld Health Assembly opens in Geneva, Switzerland  World Health Organization (WHO)Global Health in 2026: Hard Truths from 11 Leaders  DevexTedros: ‘We Live In Difficult, Dangerous And Divisive Times’ &…

Trump: TrumpRx site adds hundreds of generic drugs  AxiosTrumpRx Adds Generic Drugs, With Mark Cuban, GoodRx and Amazon  The New York TimesTrumpRx will add 600 generic drugs, president says  The Washington PostPresident says he’s adding ‘over 600’ prescription drugs to …

Nancy Pelosi Endorses Connie Chan to Succeed Her  The New York TimesNancy Pelosi endorses fellow progressive Connie Chan in high-profile race to succeed her  NBC NewsChan and Chakrabarti’s fight for No. 2 could clear Wiener’s path to Congress  Mission LocalNancy Pelosi …

Kremlin says it has 'serious expectations' for Putin's trip to China  YahooPutin heads to Beijing days after Trump in test of China's balancing act  CNBCNow it’s Vladimir Putin’s turn to visit Beijing  The EconomistWhat really holds China and Russia together  …

Executions worldwide hit 40-year high, Amnesty says  DW.comExecutions nearly doubled in the U.S. last year, and soared abroad  NPRIran more than doubled executions in 2025 as global use of the death penalty hit 44-year high, report says  CBS NewsDeSantis, Florida single…

Maldives investigates if Italian divers went too deep in fatal cave dive  ReutersItaly's foreign minister says divers found bodies of 4 Italians in Maldives sea cave  YahooBodies of Four Italian Divers Found in Maldives Cave  The New York TimesA Maldivian military diver…

Trump creates $1.8B "anti-weaponization" fund after dropping IRS suit  AxiosLive Updates: DOJ Sets Up Fund That Could Pay Trump Allies After President Drops $10 Billion Suit Against IRS  The New York TimesWhat to know about Trump’s $1.8 billion taxpayer-fueled fund for his allies…

Wind-driven fire triggers evacuations in Simi Valley; at least 1 home burned  Los Angeles TimesFast-Moving Southern California Fire Forces Immediate Evacuations  The New York TimesInteractive map lets public track firefighting aircraft  KTLABrush fire erupts near homes …

Donald Trump’s approval rating sinks to lowest point of second term  The GuardianTrump’s Approval Sinks Amid Unpopular War, Darkening G.O.P. Prospects  The New York TimesAmericans grow anxious over economy  The HillTrump's economic polling is in freefall  Axio…

ICE Agent Charged in Shooting of a Venezuelan Immigrant in Minnesota  The New York TimesICE officer charged with assault in shooting during Minneapolis immigration crackdown  CNNMinnesota officials charge ICE agent in shooting of Venezuelan immigrant  South China Mornin…

Alex Murdaugh files lawsuit ‘to hold Becky Hill accountable’ as AG threatens death penalty  Court TVAlex Murdaugh files federal lawsuit against Becky Hill  WIS News 10Alex Murdaugh sues court clerk over jury tampering after murder convictions overturned  BBCWhy a Retria…

GOP Rep Savages Trump With Toe-Curling Impression  The Daily BeastCould Republican Thomas Massie survive Trump's attack to oust him?  BBCIn Massie’s Kentucky Primary, Fidelity to Trump Is on the Ballot  The New York TimesWhat Thomas Massie’s Primary Says About Trump’s I…

Ebola strain in Congo, Uganda has no vaccine, no treatment for often deadly symptoms  CBS NewsOpinion | Why Congo’s Ebola outbreak is far more alarming than hantavirus  The Washington PostEpidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo…

Death toll from Israeli strikes on Lebanon passes 3,000, officials say  BBCLebanon death toll passes 3,000 in Israel-Hezbollah war despite truce extension  HaaretzIDF airstrike killed Palestinian Islamic Jihad commander who collaborated with Hezbollah terrorists  The Je…

Ukraine’s attack on Moscow is another sign the war is not so distant anymore for Russians  AP NewsZelensky Hails Ukraine's Growing Drone Capability After Massive Moscow Strike  Time MagazineUkrainian drone attacks on Russia kill at least five  Al JazeeraMoscow and Mosco…

Elon Musk Loses Case Against Sam Altman Over OpenAI’s Overhaul  Bloomberg.comFederal jury delivers verdict on Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI  Fox BusinessHow Sam Altman’s victory over Elon Musk clears way for OpenAI’s trillion-dollar ambitions  The GuardianMusk slams Alt…

3 killed in California mosque shooting, 2 suspects also dead: authorities  CBCSan Diego Police respond to reports of active shooter at San Diego Islamic Center  KPBSSan Diego mosque attack: What we know about suspects in fatal shooting  USA TodayUpdates: Shooting report…

Trump says he's postponing 'scheduled attack of Iran tomorrow' at Middle East leaders' request  CNBCDonald Trump says 'good chance' of Iran nuclear deal after delaying strike  ReutersGuns on the television and in Iran’s streets as Trump renews war threats  CNNLive Updat…

Fast-Moving Southern California Fire Forces Immediate Evacuations  The New York TimesSandy Fire in Simi Valley: Several structures burned, 720 acres scorched  ABC7 Los AngelesThousands ordered to evacuate as Southern California wildfire threatens homes  NBC NewsSandy Fi…

Murdaugh sues former court clerk whose actions caused his murder convictions to then be vacated  CNNAlex Murdaugh files federal lawsuit against Becky Hill  WIS News 10Alex Murdaugh sues court clerk over jury tampering after murder convictions overturned  BBCCourt overtu…

American tests positive for Ebola; U.S. to screen travelers at airports  The Washington PostOpinion | Why Congo’s Ebola outbreak is far more alarming than hantavirus  The Washington PostEpidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo a…

Guard Killed in Shooting at San Diego Islamic Center, Mosque Leader Says  The New York TimesLive updates: Active shooter reported at mosque in Clairemont  NBC 7 San DiegoLive Updates: Guard Killed in Shooting at San Diego Islamic Center, Mosque Leader Says  The New York…

Luigi Mangione ruling in NYC will let jury see gun, notebook found in his backpack  GothamistGun Found in Mangione’s Backpack Can be Used as Evidence, Judge Says  The New York TimesLuigi Mangione evidence ruling could determine what jurors see at his September murder trial &…

Alex Murdaugh files civil rights suit against ex-court clerk over alleged jury tampering  NBC NewsAlex Murdaugh sues court clerk over jury tampering after murder convictions overturned  BBCAlex Murdaugh files federal lawsuit against Becky Hill  WIS News 10Alex Murdaugh …

Over 145,000 US children separated from parents since Trump’s ICE surge, study estimates  The GuardianThe administration has detained 400,000 immigrants: What do we know about their children?  BrookingsOver 100,000 Family Separations in Deportation Push, Report Estimates &nb…

Los Angeles’s Response to Altadena Fire Hampered by Chaos, Report Finds  The New York TimesIndependent report finds evacuation orders were not delayed during Eaton Fire in Altadena  ABC7 Los AngelesProbe Finds No Fault in West Altadena Evacuation Decisions in Eaton Fire &nbs…

These are the 3 drones Ukraine used to pierce Moscow's air defense gauntlet in its biggest attack yet  Business InsiderUkraine’s attack on Moscow is another sign the war is not so distant anymore for Russians  AP NewsUkraine launches hundreds of long range drones into Russia&nbsp…

Bodies of four divers who drowned in Maldives diving accident found, Italy says  Euronews.comItaly's foreign minister says divers found bodies of 4 Italians in Maldives sea cave  YahooBodies of four missing Italian divers located in Maldives sea cave  CNNA Maldivian mil…

Pope to Launch Encyclical on AI Alongside Anthropic Co-Founder  Bloomberg.comPope Leo to issue text on human dignity and AI with Anthropic co-founder  The GuardianPope Leo XIV’s first encyclical Magnifica humanitas to be published May 25  Vatican NewsPope and co-founder…

OpenAI defeats Elon Musk's lawsuit, removing obstacle to IPO  ReutersFederal jury delivers verdict on Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI  Fox BusinessFirstFT: Court throws out Elon Musk lawsuit, handing legal victory to OpenAI  Financial TimesElon Musk loses court battle aga…

Judge grants accused CEO killer Mangione's bid to suppress evidence due to unlawful search  ReutersLuigi Mangione evidence ruling could determine what jurors see at his September murder trial  Fox NewsLuigi Mangione’s notebook writings, gun seized from his backpack will be allowe…

Redistricting debate shifts to South Carolina as Republicans seek clean sweep of US House seats  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

4 Naval Air Station Whidbey Island crewmembers survive fighter jet collision at airshow  KOMOFour aviators eject as 2 jets collide midair at Idaho Air Force base show  NBC NewsTwo jets crash during Idaho air show as emergency crews rush to scene  Fox NewsTwo F-18 fighte…

Deadly China Quake Collapses More Than A Dozen Buildings  The Weather ChannelEarthquake hits southwest China; thousands evacuate, buildings collapse  ReutersMagnitude 5.1 earthquake rattles China, felt in Vietnam  YahooA strong quake in south China kills 2 and triggers …

Justice Department announces a $1.7B fund to compensate Trump allies in a deal to drop IRS suit  AP NewsTrump administration creates $1.776 billion fund for allies of the president after he drops lawsuit against IRS  CNNTrump’s ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund, Explained  The …

Judge blocks evidence from Luigi Mangione backpack in UnitedHealthcare CEO murder case  CNBCGun Found in Mangione’s Backpack Can be Used as Evidence, Judge Says  The New York TimesLuigi Mangione evidence ruling could determine what jurors see at his September murder trial &n…

Trump to convene top-level Situation Room meeting on Iran with no nuclear deal in sight  Fox NewsTrump to meet US security advisers Tuesday, Axios reports  ReutersTrump to convene top-level Situation Room meeting on Iran with no nuclear deal in sight and more top headlines &…

Alex Murdaugh Sues Court Clerk From Trial After Murder Convictions Tossed  TMZAlex Murdaugh files federal lawsuit against Becky Hill  WIS News 10Alex Murdaugh files civil rights suit against ex-court clerk over alleged jury tampering  NBC NewsWhy double jeopardy doesn’t…

LIRR riders experiencing hours-long commutes to NYC as train strike extends into third day  CBS NewsLive updates: MTA negotiators say talks lack ‘urgency' needed to end LIRR strike  NBC New YorkPayroll data exposes six-figure salaries behind transit strike grinding NYC travel to …

Trump appears poised to restart the Iran war  Responsible StatecraftGuns on the television and in Iran’s streets as Trump renews war threats  CNNBack From China, Trump Faces Decision on Whether to Resume Strikes on Iran  The New York TimesAs Trump Hesitates With Iran, I…

2 Americans Detained in Japan After Entering Punch the Monkey’s Zoo Enclosure  The New York Times2 Americans arrested over stunt at viral baby monkey Punch's zoo in Japan  YahooJapan arrests Americans over stunt at baby monkey Punch’s zoo  The Japan TimesAmericans arres…

Sen. Bill Cassidy loses primary. And, WHO declares Ebola outbreak a global emergency  NPRTrump got his revenge against Cassidy, but will Cassidy get his revenge against Trump?  MS NOWRomney reacts to Cassidy's primary defeat: 'Loss for the country'  KATUAfter 20 years i…

Four crew members eject safely after two Navy jets crash during air show in Idaho  The Boston GlobeFour aviators eject as 2 jets collide midair at Idaho Air Force base show  NBC NewsWATCH: Idaho spectator films the moment two fighter jets collide — and four crew eject  …

Supreme Court puts off fight over who can sue to enforce what’s left of the Voting Rights Act  CNNJackson protests as Supreme Court uses Louisiana gerrymandering ruling to instruct lower courts  Fox NewsSupreme Court sends closely watched Native American voting rights decision ba…

Over 100,000 Family Separations in Deportation Push, Report Estimates  The New York TimesThe administration has detained 400,000 immigrants: What do we know about their children?  BrookingsMore than 100,000 children have been separated from their parents during the Trump administ…

Italy’s foreign minister says divers found bodies of 4 Italians in Maldives sea cave  AP NewsBodies of four missing Italian divers located in Maldives sea cave  CNNBodies of four missing Italian divers found in the Maldives  YahooA Maldivian military diver has died whil…

Drone strikes UAE nuclear plant highlighting risk of renewed war  NPRWhat is the UAE’s Barakah nuclear plant, nearly hit by a drone?  Al JazeeraIran war live: Tehran threatens ‘new surprises’ for Trump if attacked again  The IndependentHow Attack on UAE Shows Nuclear Pl…

Escaped tiger shot by police after attacking man near Leipzig  BBCGerman police kill tiger believed to have escaped from "Tiger Queen" after it attacked man in enclosure  CBS NewsTiger escapes enclosure near Leipzig, one person injured  DW.comEscaped Tiger Thought to Be…

New York commuters face rush-hour chaos in first major rail strike in 30 years  BBCPayroll data exposes six-figure salaries behind transit strike grinding NYC travel to a halt  Fox NewsLIRR Strike Live Updates: Strike Affects More Than 250,000 People Commuting To and From NYC&nbs…

Trump drops ‘unprecedented’ $10 billion lawsuit against IRS over leaked tax records  NBC NewsTrump drops $10 billion lawsuit against IRS  CNBCTrump Drops $10 Billion Suit Against IRS Over Tax Returns Leak  Barron'sHouse Democrats accuse Trump of ‘corruption unparalleled…

Trump’s Approval Sinks Amid Unpopular War, Darkening G.O.P. Prospects  The New York TimesDonald Trump’s approval rating sinks to lowest point of second term  The GuardianStress, uncertainty as economy views decline; many voice frustration with Trump's economic approach, CBS News …

Revised Iranian proposal to end war shared with US, Pakistani source says  ReutersIran's new offer is insufficient, risks war resumption: Senior U.S. official  AxiosIran war live: Tehran says talks ongoing through Pakistan  Al JazeeraTrump warns Iran ‘clock is ticking’ …

Fighter jets crash in midair during air show at Idaho Air Force base, crew eject safely: "A lot of luck involved"  CBS NewsFour aviators eject as 2 jets collide midair at Idaho Air Force base show  NBC News2 Navy jets collide at air show in Idaho, all 4 crew members eject safely&…

Trump attacks Massie as Republican critic describes ‘desperate’ attempts to oust him from primary  The GuardianRep. Thomas Massie confronts the full force of Trump’s wrath in a Republican primary  NBC NewsTrump says Kentucky GOP Rep. Massie has to be 'thrown out' of office &…

Divers find bodies of 4 Italians in Maldives sea cave  CBS NewsItaly's foreign minister says divers found bodies of 4 Italians dead in Maldives sea cave  YahooMissing Italian divers bodies found in caves off the Maldives  The Detroit NewsBodies of four missing Italian d…

Trump drops $10 billion lawsuit against IRS  CNBCTrump drops lawsuit against IRS amid talks of establishing a $1.8 billion fund for allies  CNNTrump moves to dismiss $10bn lawsuit against IRS amid reports he’s considering settlement  The GuardianTrump settles $10B lawsu…

Washington prayer rally draws thousands to the National Mall, in photos  AP NewsTrump-backed prayer festival on National Mall draws thousands: ‘We welcome Jesus!’  The Washington PostRededicate 250 prayer event held on National Mall. See photos, video  USA TodayTrump al…

Why the Supreme Court's voting rights ruling could play a big role at the local level  NPRThe Supreme Court’s Voting Rights Decision Spurred Swift Action in Louisiana and Alabama  The New York Times‘Fundamentally, I’m a Southerner:’ How a SCOTUS ruling complicates Black voters’ s…

‘Won’t be anything left’: Trump issues warning to Iran after national security team meeting  CNNIran says it responded to ‘excessive’ US proposal, after Trump warns ‘clock ticking’  The Times of IsraelTrump warns Iran ‘clock is ticking’ as new drone attacks hit UAE and Saudi Arab…

Intense Storms Could Rattle the U.S. Midwest, Monday’s Forecast Shows  The New York TimesSevere weather outbreak targets millions across 1,000+ miles with violent tornadoes possible in Central Plains  FOX Weather6 things you need to know on Monday, May 18  WOWTRare high…

Capitol agenda: Inside the scramble to notch bipartisan wins  PoliticoRepublicans and Democrats are in dealmaking mode as time runs out for legislative action  PoliticoJohnson to address Senate Republicans amid escalating tensions  AxiosRepublicans race for legislative …

In Ebola outbreak, a number of Americans in the Congo believed to have had exposure to suspected cases  statnews.comGlobal scramble to contain new Ebola outbreak as US looks to relocate ‘small number’ of citizens affected  CNNEbola and hantavirus have Africa talking ‘health sover…

Trump-backed prayer festival on National Mall draws thousands: ‘We welcome Jesus!’  The Washington PostTrump Administration Pushes Narrative of Christian Nation at Prayer Rally in D.C.  The New York Times5 things to know for May 18: Prayer event, Trump’s new warning, primaries, E…

Trump warns 'clock is ticking' for Iran as peace progress stalls  BBC‘Won’t be anything left’: Trump issues warning to Iran after national security team meeting  CNNTrump warns Iran ‘clock is ticking’ as new drone attacks hit U.A.E and Saudi Arabia  NBC NewsRevised Iran…

Guns on the television and in Iran’s streets as Trump renews war threats  CNNAs Iran talks stall, Israel and US prepping to renew war as soon as next week – report  The Times of IsraelBack From China, Trump Faces Decision on Whether to Resume Strikes on Iran  The New Yo…

Thomas Massie unfazed by Bill Cassidy's defeat in Louisiana  PoliticoTrump attacks Massie as Republican critic describes ‘desperate’ attempts to oust him from primary  The Guardian'Total disaster': Trump eyes Massie in latest MAGA purge  USA TodayThomas Massie’s Lonely …

Crew members safely eject after Navy jets collide during Idaho air show  PBSIdaho air force base locked down after midair collision, officials say  The GuardianTwo jets crash during Idaho air show as emergency crews rush to scene  Fox NewsTwo F-18 fighter jets have cras…

Redistricting debate shifts to South Carolina as Republicans seek clean sweep of US House seats  AP News‘Jim Crow 2.0’: South Carolina’s Republicans move to oust state’s only Black congressman since 1897  The GuardianOpinion | Trump’s redistricting war forces a surrender in South…

2 Teenagers Arrested After Drive-By Shootings in Austin Injure at Least 4  The New York TimesLIVE BLOG: All suspects in connection with south Austin shootings are in custody  KXAN Austin3 young people arrested in series of random shootings across Austin that left 4 injured &…

Lai Says Taiwan Won’t Be Sacrificed as Trump Weighs Arms Deal  Bloomberg.comTaiwan says US arms sales that Trump called a bargaining chip are 'most important deterrent'  FortuneOpinion | Trump plays a dangerous game, bargaining with Taiwan’s defense  The Washington Post…

Despite retribution, Cassidy attempted to make amends with Trump after impeachment vote  PBSTrump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back  CNNCassidy defeat may complicate filling health vacancies  AxiosTrump Tightens Grasp on G.O…

Ukrainian drones hit Moscow and surrounding area, killing 3  The Washington PostRussian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 17, 2026  Institute for the Study of WarUkraine war briefing: The drones that bombarded Moscow region  The GuardianUkraine attack ‘largest in over …

MV Hondius cruise ship to arrive in the Netherlands on Monday  NBC NewsHantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives at Rotterdam port as final destination  ReutersHantavirus-hit cruise ship docks in the Netherlands after long, deadly voyage  NBC NewsCruise ship hit by hantavirus …

Denver police respond to Cherry Creek Shopping Center amid chaotic Swatch launch  The Denver PostShoppers’ Frenzy for ‘Royal Pop’ Pocket Watches Forces Swatch to Shut Stores  The New York TimesAudemars Piguet x Swatch 'Royal Pop' release sparks mob scenes, pepper spray and arrest…

Thousands attend America-themed prayer rally in Washington  DW.comTrump Administration Pushes Narrative of Christian Nation at Prayer Rally in D.C.  The New York TimesTrump-backed prayer festival on National Mall draws thousands: ‘We welcome Jesus!’  The Washington Post…

3 in custody in random shootings in Austin, Texas: Police  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosLIVE BLOG: All suspects in connection with south Austin shootings are in custody  KXAN Austin3 in custody following weekend crime spree of 12 shootings, multiple car thefts …

Cassidy tried to get along with Trump after his impeachment vote. Retribution came anyway  AP NewsTrump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back  CNNCassidy defeat may complicate filling health vacancies  AxiosTrump Tightens Grasp …

US Says China Agrees to Spend Billions on Agricultural Goods  Yahoo FinanceWhite House touts deals on soybeans and rare earths after Trump-Xi summit, while China talks up tariff cuts  CNBCUS Says China to Buy $17 Billion of Agricultural Goods Annually  Bloomberg.comChin…

Trump's White House ballroom loses federal funding proposed by Senate Republicans  BBCSenate parliamentarian rejects $1 billion in reconciliation bill for White House security, Trump ballroom  Fox NewsSenate Ruling Threatens Ballroom Funding in G.O.P. Budget Bill  The N…

Runoff in Peru Offers Two Starkly Differing Visions for the Nation  The New York TimesPeruvian authorities confirm Fujimori and Sanchez advance to runoff  Al JazeeraPeru's electoral board confirms June 7 presidential runoff  NPRA political dynasty heiress and a former t…

German minister defends ‘perfectly human’ decision to allow attempt to rescue whale Timmy  The GuardianTimmy the humpback whale found dead off Danish coast  NPRWhale found dead near Danish island after German rescue operation  BBCTimmy, the stranded humpback whale, foun…

Turkish flotilla to reach Israel in 48 hours, Netanyahu to meet with defense officials  The Jerusalem PostIsraeli forces intercept Gaza-bound aid flotilla  Al JazeeraIDF Seizing Turkish Flotilla Boats Headed to Gaza Strip in International Waters  HaaretzIsraeli troops b…

Senate GOP revising White House ballroom security funding plan after parliamentarian ruling  CBS NewsTrump's White House ballroom loses federal funding proposed by Senate Republicans  BBCSenate parliamentarian rejects $1 billion in reconciliation bill for White House security, Tr…

Feds say they thwarted alleged terror plot targeting L.A. Jewish institution  Los Angeles TimesThe Iran-Backed Militia Behind a Terror Plot Against American Jews  Time MagazineIraqi militant leader ‘directed and urged’ attacks on Americans and Jews over Iran war, feds say &n…

Teenagers arrested in random shootings across Austin that left 4 injured  AP NewsLIVE BLOG: All suspects in connection with south Austin shootings are in custody  KXAN Austin3 in custody following weekend crime spree of 12 shootings, multiple car thefts in Austin  KUT4 …

Where Are The Carriers As Of May 17, 2026: Ford Is Finally Home  The War ZoneUS aircraft carrier returns home after record deployment that included Iran war, Maduro capture  CNNSecretary Of Defense Hegseth Welcomed Home U.S. Navy Supercarrier  ForbesElaine Luria release…

DRC faces deadly Ebola resurgence amid worsening humanitarian crisis  Al JazeeraEpidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda determined a public health emergency of international concern  World Health Organization (WHO)Am…

LIRR strike update: National Mediation Board summons unions, MTA; New York Gov. Hochul calls for talks to resume  ABC7 New YorkNational Mediation Board summons LIRR unions, MTA | Live updates  ABC7 New YorkNew York rail workers' strike continues as commuters brace for Monday chao…

Military aircrew in 'stable condition' following midair collision at Idaho air show  NPRTwo jets crash during Idaho air show as emergency crews rush to scene  Fox NewsTwo F-18 fighter jets have crashed during an airshow at Mountain Home Air Force Base  KBOIMidair collis…

Trump warns Iran "clock is ticking" until U.S. launches harder strikes  Axios‘Won’t be anything left’: Trump issues warning to Iran after national security team meeting  CNNUS, Iran Far From Hormuz Deal as Trump Says Clock Ticking  Bloomberg.comTrump warns Iran ‘clock i…

Fire sparked after drone strike at UAE nuclear plant  politico.euDrone Strike Sparks Fire Near U.A.E. Nuclear Plant  WSJUAE and Saudi Arabia report drone incidents as Iran war deadlock drags on  ReutersDrone attack starts fire at UAE nuclear power plant  PBSUA…

What to Know About Letlow And Fleming in the Louisiana Senate Race  The New York TimesTrump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back  CNNRomney calls Cassidy’s defeat a ‘loss for the country’  The HillTrump Tightens Grasp on G.O.P.…

How a Jared Polis Came to Release Election Denier Tina Peters from Prison  The New York TimesLauren Boebert suggests Trump withheld funds to Colorado over prosecution of election denier  The GuardianColorado governor faces backlash over clemency for 2020 election denier Tina Pete…

Hospitals are taking the fall for high health care costs  PoliticoOpinion | Why Does Health Care Cost So Much?  The New York TimesWV among states where hospitals charge commercial insurance plans the most, study says  West Virginia WatchFight over hospital prices heats …

Taiwan says US arms sales that Trump called a bargaining chip are 'most important deterrent'  FortuneTaiwan won't be sacrificed, US arms sales a commitment, president responds to Trump  ReutersScoop: Trump advisers fear China may target Taiwan in next 5 years  AxiosWhy …

Israeli strikes kill eight people in Gaza, medics say  ReutersThree community kitchen workers among eight killed by Israel in Gaza  Al JazeeraGaza Hospital Says One Killed, Two Wounded in Israeli Strike  HaaretzIsraeli shelling strikes Khan Younis and Bureij refugee cam…

Dead humpback whale off Denmark is 'Timmy'  DW.com‘Timmy,’ humpback whale released in spectacular rescue effort, is found dead off Denmark  NBC NewsTimmy, the stranded humpback whale, found dead off Danish coast  YahooWhale found dead near Danish island after German res…

How will Izz al-Din al-Haddad assassination impact Hamas’s Gaza operations?  Al JazeeraHamas’s Top Leader in Gaza Is Killed in Israeli Strike  The New York TimesHamas commander who helped plan Oct. 7 attacks has been killed, Israel says  CBS NewsHamas's Gaza military ch…

New York governor pleads with unions to resume talks amid North America's largest commuter rail system shut down  PBSNew York rail strike continues as commuters brace for Monday chaos  BBCLIRR strike update: National Mediation Board summons unions, MTA; New York Gov. Hochul calls…

Live updates: Strong tornadoes slam the Plains, Upper Midwest in multi-day severe weather outbreak  FOX WeatherLIVE: WEATHER ALERT DAYS: Dangerous Severe Storms Expected Sunday and Monday  KOLN | Nebraska Local News, Weather, Sports | Lincoln, NEFirst Alert Weather Day for severe…

Ukraine conducts large-scale drone strikes on Russia, killing 4 and wounding 12 others  NPRUkraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports  CNNUkrainian drones hit Moscow and surrounding area, killing 3  The Washington PostRecord Drone Att…

Thousands flocked to the National Mall in Washington for an America-themed prayer rally  AP NewsTrump Administration Pushes Narrative of Christian Founding at Rally  The New York TimesNational Mall prayer event sparks concern about Trump administration eroding the wall between ch…

Air force base in Idaho locked down after air show incident, officials say  The Guardian4 aircrew eject after crash during Gunfighter Skies Air Show in Mountain Home  Idaho News 6Navy jets based on Whidbey Island crash at Idaho air show; crews eject  The Seattle TimesTw…

1 of RFK Jr.’s biggest fans in the Senate wants Bill Cassidy’s job  PoliticoTrump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back  CNNSen. Bill Cassidy loses Louisiana primary, and the Preakness Stakes winner is crowned: Weekend Rundown  …

UAE and Saudi Arabia report drone incidents as Iran war deadlock drags on  ReutersOil rises more than 1% after drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant  ReutersUAE reports drone strike at nuclear power plant as Iran war deadlock persists  CNBCTrump to convene Situation R…

Senate parliamentarian rejects Trump’s ballroom fund in budget bill  NBC NewsWhite House ballroom loses federal funding for security proposed by Senate Republicans  BBCSenate parliamentarian deals blow to $1 billion security proposal for White House  AP NewsSenate parli…

The Comey family vs. DOJ  PoliticoFormer FBI Director James Comey says he has ‘complete faith’ in the judicial system amid seashell case  NBC NewsComey on Justice Department case: Blanche needs to ‘bone up on the rules’  The HillEx-FBI Director James Comey taunts Trump …

WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda  The HillW.H.O. Declares Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency  The New York TimesCDC to escalate Ebola response after WHO declares emergency  FortuneEpidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bund…

Gaza Hospital Says One Killed, Two Wounded in Israeli Strike  HaaretzIsraeli strikes kill eight people in Gaza, medics say  ReutersThree community kitchen workers among five killed by Israel in Gaza  Al JazeeraIDF strike on Gaza food distribution center kills three, off…

Midair jet collision forces lockdown at Idaho Air Force base show  NBC NewsIdaho Air Force base locked down after jets collide at air show  USA TodayTwo jets crash during Idaho air show as emergency crews rush to scene  Fox NewsTwo F-18 fighter jets have crashed during …

Trump, top officials and faith leaders headline historic ‘Rededicate 250’ rally on National Mall  Fox NewsTrump Administration Pushes Narrative of Christian Nation at Prayer Rally in D.C.  The New York TimesTrump-backed prayer festival on National Mall draws thousands: ‘We welcom…

Taiwan won't be sacrificed, US arms sales a commitment, president responds to Trump  ReutersTrump’s description of Taiwan as a ‘good negotiating chip’ with China raises anxieties  AP NewsWhy Taiwan became the defining issue in the Trump-Xi talks  CNBCTranscript: Alexand…

A new Ebola outbreak has already killed 87 people in Democratic Republic of Congo  NPREpidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda determined a public health emergency of international concern  World Health Organization (…

New York rail strike continues as commuters brace for Monday chaos  BBCOpinion | The solution to the Long Island transit strike is obvious  The Washington PostLIRR strike update: New York Gov. Hochul calls for talks to resume between the MTA and the unions  ABC7 New Yor…

Crowds pack into Washington's National Mall for prayer rally  PBSNational Mall prayer event sparks concern about Trump administration eroding the wall between church and state  CNNSpeaker Mike Johnson rejects “this new term Christian nationalism” as “derogatory”  MS NOW…

Trump warns Iran to 'get moving' or 'there won’t be anything left'  CNBC‘Won’t be anything left’: Trump issues warning to Iran after national security team meeting  CNNTrump warns Iran "clock is ticking" until U.S. launches harder strikes  AxiosUS and Iran Far From Horm…

3 dead, others injured after vehicle strikes cars and pedestrians in Oakland, California, officials say  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos3 killed, several injured after car plows into pedestrians in East Oakland  KTVU3 killed, several injured after car plows into …

China to buy at least $17 billion in US agricultural products annually, White House says  ReutersChina agrees to billions in additional US farm purchases, White House says  PoliticoWhite House: China to buy at least $17B in US agricultural products per year  The HillSoy…

Video shows rescuers treating injured hiker who fell 50 feet on Washington mountain  CBS NewsEmergency crews airlift hiker who fell 50 feet on Mt. Si  king5.comOne hiker dead on Mount Si, another rescued in separate incident  The Seattle TimesInjured hiker rescued by he…

Trump to convene Situation Room meeting as Iran threatens US Gulf bases  Fox NewsUAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant  BBCDrone strikes UAE nuclear plant as US and Iran signal they are prepared to resume war  WOODTV.comUAE reports drone strike at nuclea…

Bill Cassidy: Republican senator who voted to convict Trump loses re-election bid  BBCTrump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back  CNNCassidy tried to get along with Trump after his impeachment vote. Retribution came anyway  AP …

Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Secures Historic Deals with China, Delivering for American Workers, Farmers, and Industry  The White House (.gov)Trump returns from China with stability and a stalemate  ReutersA state banquet, selfies with Musk and Huang's noodle run: The sp…

3 dead, 5 injured after car strikes people outside Oakland store  San Francisco Chronicle3 killed, several injured after car plows into pedestrians in East Oakland  KTVUOakland driver kills 3, injures 5 after driving into crowd  KRON43 killed, several injured after car …

Tornadoes, damaging winds, hail threaten Minnesota on Sunday  Bring Me The NewsPlains and the Midwest bracing for more severe weather, possible tornadoes  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosWEATHER ALERT DAYS: Dangerous Severe Storms Expected Sunday and Monday &…

Thomas Massie’s Lonely and Expensive Fight Against Trump  WSJTrump attacks Massie as Republican critic describes ‘desperate’ attempts to oust him from primary  The GuardianTrump’s urge for revenge fuels expensive US primary battle in Kentucky  Financial TimesNew poll ha…

Trade rep tries to walk back Trump's remarks on arms for Taiwan  PoliticoTrump Live Updates: Taiwan's President Insists on Sovereignty and Louisiana Primary News  The New York TimesTaiwan’s president defends U.S. arms purchases that Trump called bargaining chip  Los Ang…

ICC denies new arrest warrants for Israeli officials  The Jerusalem PostICC Prosecutor Seeks Warrants for Ben-Gvir, Smotrich, Other Israeli Officials  HaaretzICC denies it issued new warrants against Israeli officials, calls report inaccurate  ReutersICC denies ‘inaccur…

LIRR strike has many worrying about Monday's commute. Here's the latest.  CBS NewsNew York rail strike continues as commuters brace for Monday chaos  BBCNY governor pleads with unions to resume talks amid commuter rail strike  The Boston GlobeStrike keeps LIRR shut a se…

Hundreds of millions of dollars for Trump’s ballroom ruled out of order in Senate  The Washington PostSenate parliamentarian rejects $1 billion in reconciliation bill for White House security, Trump ballroom  Fox NewsFederal funding for Trump’s $400m ballroom in jeopardy after Se…

To Critics, Trump Remarks Reveal a Billionaire Out of Touch  The New York Times‘Perfect statement’: Trump defends saying he isn’t thinking about Americans’ finances amid Iran talks  NBC NewsTrump’s Latest Gaffes Could Hurt the GOP  The AtlanticTrump says Iran war worth …

Crews continue battling Flanders Fire in Crow Wing County; evacuation orders remain in place  MPR News7 area departments and DNR respond to large wildfire  Brainerd DispatchGovernor Walz declares peacetime emergency as wildfires threaten northern Minnesota  kare11.comLi…

PG&E to cut power in parts of Bay Area in anticipation of high winds  SFGATEMAP: PG&E plans power outages in Northern California amid wildfire risk  KCRAPG&E announces shutoffs due to red flag conditions  KRCRPG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff: Bay Area we…

Transcript: Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 17, 2026  CBS News"Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" guests for May 17, 2026  YahooUS may need wartime footing to counter China: Former Defence Secy  Social News XYZMa…

Man ploughs car into crowd in Italy before trying to stab them  BBCFour bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy  CNNItaly’s leaders visit victims of Modena car-ramming, stabbing attacks  Al JazeeraCar Plows Into Pedestrians in Norther…

Tommy Robinson: Britain’s hard right on the march as tens of thousands descend on London  CNNLondon police: 20 right-wing, 12 anti-Israel protesters arrested in dueling rallies  The Times of IsraelPolice arrest 43 at ‘unite the kingdom’ and pro-Palestine marches in London &n…

Taiwan representative to U.S. says "we want peace and stability," but "we're not the ones creating all this trouble" with China  CBS NewsTaiwan won't be sacrificed, US arms sales a commitment, president responds to Trump  ReutersTaiwan says US arms sales that Trump called a barga…

Trump’s urge for revenge fuels expensive US primary battle in Kentucky  Financial TimesThomas Massie’s Lonely and Expensive Fight Against Trump  WSJHow Thomas Massie came to represent Republican dissent in age of Trump  Al JazeeraMassie, Gallrein and more candidates mak…

On the voting rights trail, bus riders to Montgomery retrace old steps while fighting a new fight  AP NewsBus riders to Montgomery retrace old steps while fighting a new fight  NPRSoap star and Alabama native joins voting rights rally in Montgomery  AL.comThe Fight for …

ICC denies it issued new warrants against Israeli officials, calls report inaccurate  ReutersICC Prosecutor Seeks Warrants for Ben-Gvir, Smotrich, Other Israeli Officials  HaaretzICC denies new arrest warrants for Israeli officials  The Jerusalem PostICC denies ‘inaccur…

Shutdown of US’s largest commuter rail system enters second day amid strike  The GuardianCould the LIRR strike end before the Monday morning commute?  NBC New YorkNew York braces for chaotic Monday commute amid Long Island Rail Road strike  NBC NewsOpinion | The solutio…

Thousands rally in birthplace of Civil Rights Movement to defend Black political representation  PBSBus riders to Montgomery retrace old steps while fighting a new fight  NPRSoap star and Alabama native joins voting rights rally in Montgomery  AL.comThe Fight for Voting…

How worrying is the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo?  BBCW.H.O. Declares Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency  The New York TimesWHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda  Anchorage Daily NewsEpidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bundibug…

Israel kills Hamas armed wing leader Haddad in Gaza strike  Honolulu Star-AdvertiserIsrael Kills Hamas’s ‘Ghost’ After Years of Failed Attempts  WSJHamas’s Top Leader in Gaza Is Killed in Israeli Strike  The New York TimesHow will Izz al-Din al-Haddad assassination impa…

Is it a problem if the Fed speaks too much?  CNNKevin Warsh comes into the Fed facing a big 'family fight' over cutting interest rates  CNBCKevin Warsh and the Return of Monetarism  Barron'sUS debt load could undercut Warsh's plan to shrink Fed balance sheet  …

Drone strike sparks fire on the edge of the UAE's nuclear power plant in latest blow to Iran truce  AP NewsIran war live: Israel attacks Lebanon; drone hits UAE Barakah nuclear site  Al JazeeraUAE reports drone strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant  BBCUAE says dron…

Trump Administration Pushes Narrative of Christian Founding at Rally  The New York TimesRededicate 250 brings faithful to National Mall as Trump, Hegseth to speak  USA TodayRoad closures in place as crowds head to National Mall for Rededicate 250  NBC4 WashingtonRegrets…

Deadly drone strikes on Moscow ‘entirely justified’, says Volodymyr Zelenskyy  Financial TimesUkraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports  CNNUkraine conducts large-scale drone strikes on Russia, killing 4, wounding 12 others  CBCLarge…

In the birthplace of Civil Rights Movement, groups rally to defend Black political representation  PoliticoBus riders to Montgomery retrace old steps while fighting a new fight  NPRSoap star and Alabama native joins voting rights rally in Montgomery  AL.comThe Fight for…

In the US South, an appeals court leans farther right than the Supreme Court  ReutersOpinion | Mifepristone and the Supreme Court Shadow Docket  WSJMail-Order Abortions Have Quickly Become Common  The New York TimesSamuel Alito Is Fuming That Blue States Outsmarted His …

WHO declares global health emergency over rare variant of Ebola outbreak in Africa  NBC Bay AreaW.H.O. Declares Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency  The New York TimesDRC faces deadly Ebola resurgence amid worsening humanitarian crisis  Al JazeeraEpidemic of Ebola …

To Critics, Trump Remarks Reveal a Billionaire Out of Touch  The New York Times‘Perfect statement’: Trump defends saying he isn’t thinking about Americans’ finances amid Iran talks  NBC NewsTrump’s Latest Gaffes Could Hurt the GOP  The AtlanticTrump doubles down after d…

Pro-Israel groups are spending big to sink Thomas Massie in the most expensive House primary in history  PoliticoLeading GOP critic of Israel introduces 'AIPAC Act' days before $25m primary  HaaretzPress Release: Rep. Thomas Massie Introduces Americans Insist on Political Agent C…

Louisiana rejects Gov. Jeff Landry-backed amendments again  Louisiana IlluminatorLouisiana U.S. Senate Primary 2026: Live Election Results  The New York TimesAll proposed amendments struck down by Louisiana voters in May 16 election  WWLTV.comFive constitutional amendme…

Cassidy Loses His Primary in Louisiana, as Trump Vanquishes Another G.O.P. Foe  The New York TimesTrump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back  CNNBill Cassidy: Republican senator who voted to convict Trump battles for re-election in Louis…

At least four people killed in Russia as Ukraine launches retaliatory strikes  The GuardianUkraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports  CNNUkraine drones kill four in Russia, Moscow faces biggest attack in over a year  NBC NewsLarge-sc…

From beef ribs to a ‘heavenly’ walk: Xi-Trump summit symbolism underscored American power and Chinese tradition  The ConversationTrump returns from China with stability and a stalemate  ReutersA state banquet, selfies with Musk and Huang's noodle run: The spectacle of Trump's Bei…

A ‘Revival’ on the National Mall: White House Puts Prayer at Center of Washington  WSJNational Mall prayer event sparks concern about Trump administration eroding the wall between church and state  CNNOpinion | This Christian nationalist rally gets the Constitution all wrong&nbsp…

Stress, uncertainty as economy views decline; many voice frustration with Trump's economic approach, CBS News poll finds  CBS NewsOpinion | Trump’s polls just passed a historic low  MS NOWTrump approval sinks as costs rise, poll finds  USA TodayDonald Trump's current ap…

Michigan’s next bout of severe storms comes early next week, already in official forecast  MLive.comSunday storm threat; severe weather potential Sunday and Monday  MPR NewsFIRST ALERT 6 WEATHER DAYS - Severe storms again tonight, higher tornado risk today & Monday  WOW…

Top divers join perilous mission to recover Italian tourists’ remains from Maldives sea cave  CNNMaldives military diver dies searching for four Italian divers missing inside underwater cave system  Fox NewsRescue diver dies during search for bodies of Italians who drowned in Mal…

WHO declares international emergency over Ebola outbreak  dw.comEpidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda determined a public health emergency of international concern  World Health Organization (WHO)Ebola Outbreak Dec…

Rival Airlines Are Carving Up Spirit’s Routes and Airport Slots  WSJSpirit’s collapse sparks scramble for routes, slots, survival among budget airlines (ALGT:NASDAQ)  Seeking AlphaMeet the pilots flying Spirit Airlines' yellow jets to the desert  CNBCAirline interested …

Trump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back  CNNSen. Bill Cassidy’s defeat shows the price of dissent in Trump’s Republican Party  NBC NewsOpinion | Bill Cassidy and America’s increasingly broken primary system  The Washington P…

Trump threatens to back challenger to fellow Republican Boebert after she campaigns for Massie  ReutersTrump threatens to pull Boebert endorsement, calls congresswoman ‘weak minded’ over Massie support  Fox NewsTrump turns eye to ‘disloyal’ Massie after Cassidy ouster  …

A “Scheme” Against Dobbs: SCOTUS Dissent Hints at Next Phase of Abortion Rights Fight  The InterceptOpinion | Mifepristone and the Supreme Court Shadow Docket  WSJIn the US South, an appeals court leans farther right than the Supreme Court  ReutersMail-Order Abortions H…

How a CEO and Trump donor is weaponizing tariffs against his rivals  NPR

Ukraine launches around 600 drones at Russia, Zelensky claims ‘justified’ attack  France 24Ukraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports  CNNIndian among dead in mass Ukrainian drone strike in Russia; Zelenskyy calls attack 'justified'  …

Venezuela says it deported a close ally of Maduro to face criminal proceedings in US  PoliticoVenezuela Extradites Billionaire Tycoon to the U.S.  The New York TimesVenezuelan official Alex Saab, a Maduro ally, deported to US  ReutersMaduro's alleged 'bag man' Alex Saab…

‘They may draw racist maps, but we are the south’: thousands rally in Alabama for Black voting rights  The Guardian‘Democracy is not a spectator sport’: Cory Booker at voting rights rally in Alabama  CNNSeveral downtown Montgomery roads close for “All Roads Lead to the South” mas…

The foreign fighters who helped topple Assad — and why China worries about them  NPR

Trump returns from China with stability and a stalemate  ReutersTrump Calls Xi a ‘Friend.’ But He Left China Without Any Breakthroughs.  The New York TimesA state banquet, selfies with Musk and Huang's noodle run: The spectacle of Trump's Beijing visit  CNBCTrump’s Chin…

Senate Ruling Threatens Ballroom Funding in G.O.P. Budget Bill  The New York TimesFederal funding for Trump's ballroom in jeopardy after Senate ruling  USA TodayFederal funding for Trump ballroom in trouble after Senate ruling  Al JazeeraSenate parliamentarian deals blo…

The House primary giving hints about where the national Democratic Party is heading  NBC NewsFour candidates present views for 7th District  Times News Online🚨 BERNIE BRO BOB BROOKS IS IN SERIOUS TROUBLE  NRCCDemocrats vying to take on Republican Ryan Mackenzie in four-…

Record Drone Attack on Moscow Kills Three, Targets Refinery  Bloomberg.comLarge-scale Ukrainian drone attack kills three in Moscow region, says Russia  BBCUkraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports  CNNUkraine launches more than 500 d…

Venezuela deports Maduro ally Alex Saab to US  DW.comVenezuela Extradites Billionaire Tycoon to the U.S.  The New York TimesVenezuelan official Alex Saab, a Maduro ally, deported to US  ReutersMaduro's alleged 'bag man' Alex Saab arrested less than 3 years after Biden p…

Kansas Judge Blocks Law Banning Gender-Transition Treatments for Youths  The New York TimesTexas Children's Hospital must build 'detransition clinic' after $10M settlement  FOX 26 HoustonKansas judge blocks law banning gender-transition treatments for minors  The Guardi…

Shoppers’ Frenzy for ‘Royal Pop’ Pocket Watches Forces Swatch to Shut Stores  The New York TimesSwatch stores shutter amid long lines for highly anticipated collaboration release  Yahoo‘It was like a mosh pit’: Swatch closes stores as watch launch causes crowding and scuffles&nbs…

Voters in Louisiana Head to the Polls, Uncertain but Determined  The New York TimesA majority-Black district in Louisiana traces a long fight over the Voting Rights Act  NPRLouisiana senate passes new U.S. House map that would eliminate majority-Black district  PBSThe r…

W.H.O. Declares Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency  The New York TimesA look at major Ebola outbreaks and when the disease was first identified  The Boston GlobeEpidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda determine…

Keir Starmer could resign soon, report says UK PM 'ready to step down' amid growing turmoil | World News  Hindustan TimesOpinion | Keir Starmer and the End of Britain’s Old Certainties  The New York Times‘Why are we even doing this?’ The week that left Britain’s PM looking like a…

Former minister Streeting says he will stand in any contest to replace UK's Starmer  ReutersStreeting says he would join leadership race as Burnham vows to 'save' Labour  BBCU.K. health secretary will run for prime minister after challenging Starmer's leadership in scathing resig…

Sen. Cassidy knocked out of Louisiana Republican primary as Trump-backed Letlow, Fleming make runoff  AP NewsRepublican Louisiana senator Bill Cassidy loses primary after Trump intervenes to oust him  The GuardianLouisiana Senate Primary Election 2026 Live Results  NBC …

Virginia’s new House map is dead. Democrats think they can still flip these seats.  The Washington PostAt Supreme Court, Virginia Democrats Pressed Legal Theory Embraced by Trump  The New York TimesSupreme Court rejects Virginia's bid to restore congressional map favoring Democra…

Severe Storms to Bring Strong Winds and Hail to Central U.S., Forecasters Say  The New York TimesIowa weather: Tornado watch canceled, more severe storms possible Sunday  KCCIFIRST ALERT DAY: Storm storms tonight, more on Sunday and Monday  KCRGSevere weather concerns g…

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda ‘emergency’ of international concern  The GuardianW.H.O. Declares Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency  The New York TimesEpidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda de…

IDF confirms Hamas Gaza chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad killed in airstrike  The Times of IsraelHamas’s Top Leader in Gaza Is Killed in Israeli Strike  The New York TimesIsrael Kills Hamas’s ‘Ghost’ After Years of Failed Attempts  WSJIsrael kills most senior Hamas military l…

Humpback whale released after spectacular rescue effort found dead off Denmark  AP NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

6 Words From Now-Former Fed Chair Jerome Powell That Will Echo Through Wall Street for Years to Come  The Motley FoolAn Overlooked Lesson From Jay Powell’s Fed  PoliticoTrump Fed nominees oppose terms of keeping Jay Powell as temporary chair  Financial Times5 moments th…

Louisiana election results: Follow live as Senate race, constitutional amendments decided  NOLA.comLouisiana U.S. Senate Primary 2026: Live Election Results  The New York TimesSee live vote totals for important local races in May 16, 2026 Louisiana election  NOLA.comSt.…

Mayoral hopeful Spencer Pratt heads to the Valley, wooing voters in his rival’s district  Los Angeles TimesCan Spencer Pratt ride viral videos to victory in the race for LA mayor?  CNNWhat Los Angeles Has Become  The AtlanticOpinion | Unfortunately, We Have to Take Spen…

Trump says Iran war is worth the economic pain. These rural voters agree.  ReutersSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Federal funding for Trump’s $400m ballroom in jeopardy after Senate ruling  The GuardianSenate parliamentarian nixes Trump’s ballroom fund in budget bill  NBC NewsDemocrats frame Trump ballroom as symbol of Republican disconnect from voters' affordability woes  ReutersR…

Colorado governor faces backlash over clemency for 2020 election denier Tina Peters  BBCLauren Boebert suggests Trump withheld funds to Colorado over prosecution of election denier  The GuardianColorado Gov. Polis commutes ex-election clerk Tina Peters' sentence after Trump press…

Venezuela says it deported a close ally of Maduro to face criminal proceedings in US  AP NewsVenezuela Extradites Billionaire Tycoon to the U.S.  The New York TimesVenezuelan official Alex Saab, a Maduro ally, deported to US  ReutersMaduro's alleged 'bag man' Alex Saab …

Ukrainian drone attack kills four in Ryazan, igniting refinery fire and showering city in ‘oil rain’  MeduzaRecord Drone Attack on Moscow Kills Three, Targets Refinery  Bloomberg.comUkraine attacks Russia with drones after suffering three days of massive strikes  The Gu…

GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy fights to hold onto seat in Louisiana primary against Trump-backed challenger  CBS NewsTrump’s drive for political revenge faces a key test in Saturday’s Louisiana Senate primary  CNNJulia Letlow advances to Louisiana Senate GOP runoff, as Sen. Bill Cassidy …

Israel Kills Hamas’s ‘Ghost’ After Years of Failed Attempts  WSJHamas’s Top Leader in Gaza Is Killed in Israeli Strike  The New York TimesHamas confirms top commander killed in Israeli air strike  BBCIDF confirms death of Hamas military chief following Gaza strike …

Ballroom security money nixed by Senate parliamentarian  PoliticoSenate referee rules against some Trump ballroom funding, Democrats say  CNNDemocrats frame Trump ballroom as symbol of Republican disconnect from voters' affordability woes  ReutersRepublicans are sweatin…

Texas mom charged with capital murder after kids found dead in burnt car  NBC News2 children found dead in burned vehicle; mother charged with capital murder, San Antonio police say  KSATEdinburg mom issued $2.1M bond in capital murder case after children found dead in San Antoni…

Epidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda determined a public health emergency of international concern  World Health Organization (WHO)A new Ebola outbreak has already killed 87 people in Democratic Republic of Congo &nbsp…

Car Plows Into Pedestrians in Northern Italian Town, Injuring at Least 8  The New York TimesFour bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy  CNNMan ploughs car into crowd in Italy before trying to stab them  BBCDriver plows into pedestri…

Iran’s Seizure of Chinese Security Ship Shows Its Favors for Friends Have Limits  WSJ'Floating armoury' ship reportedly seized by Iran  BBCIran Seizes Chinese-Operated Floating Armory Vessel Near Fujairah  Marine InsightShip seized off coast of UAE near Strait of Hormuz…

Oil markets may face moment of truth in June. Brace for a 'non-linear' price spike and panic buying  FortuneWhich Countries Are Profiting From the Iran War Oil Shock  The New York TimesGlobal oil stockpiles could hit record lows if Strait of Hormuz remains closed  CNBCM…

MS NOW drops excruciating supercut of Republicans surrendering on the economy  AlternetTrump says he’s not thinking about Americans’ finances ‘even a little bit’ in Iran talks  NBC NewsTrump’s Latest Gaffes Could Hurt the GOP  The AtlanticTrump doubles down after dismis…

World's largest aircraft carrier returns from 11-month deployment, longest since Vietnam War  FortuneUS aircraft carrier returns home after record deployment that included Iran war, Maduro capture  CNNNavy Aircraft Carrier Completes Longest Deployment Since Vietnam  The…

Trump says Islamic State group leader was killed in a joint US-Nigerian mission  AP NewsUS and Nigerian forces kill senior ISIS commander, Trump says  CNNTrump says top Islamic State leader was killed in Nigeria strike  The Washington PostTrump says Abu-Bilal al-Minuki,…

Lauren Boebert suggests Trump withheld funds to Colorado over prosecution of election denier  The GuardianColorado governor faces backlash over clemency for 2020 election denier Tina Peters  BBCColorado governor commutes Trump ally Tina Peters' prison sentence for voting machine …

Preakness 2026: Napoleon Solo spies path to old success  Horse Racing NationPreakness Stakes 2026 winner, results, payout: Napoleon Solo runs away down the stretch to win  Yahoo SportsNapoleon Solo wins the 151st Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park  NBC SportsNapoleon Solo …

USS Gerald R. Ford Comes Home  USNI NewsUS aircraft carrier returns home after record deployment that included Iran war, Maduro capture  CNNNavy Aircraft Carrier Completes Longest Deployment Since Vietnam  The New York TimesElaine Luria releases statement on USS Gerald …

Thousands hit London streets for "Unite the Kingdom" march organized by far-right activist Tommy Robinson  CBS NewsTens of thousands join rival marches in London  BBCLondon protests raise unrest risk as 4,000 police deployed  The Spokesman-ReviewTommy Robinson: Britain’…

At least eight injured as car rams into pedestrians in Italian city of Modena  ReutersFour bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy  CNNMan ploughs car into crowd in Italy before trying to stab them  BBCCar Plows Into Pedestrians in No…

China's position on the Hormuz Strait: What 'open' really means  Responsible StatecraftTrump returns from China with no Iran breakthrough — and a decision to make  CNNTrump, Xi Project Hormuz Alignment Despite No Iran Progress  Bloomberg.comTrump says China's Xi Jinping…

BlackRock weighs multibillion-dollar investment in SpaceX IPO, the Information reports  ReutersSpaceX heads into IPO with 'deepest moat that exists' as investors vow to 'never bet against Elon'  FortuneSpaceX to Go Public June 12  WSJSpaceX shareholders approve 5-for-1 …

Trump’s China summit shows toll of a difficult year for the president  The Washington PostPomp in Beijing makes way for sticker shock at home as Trump returns to escalating inflation  Anchorage Daily NewsTrump Calls Xi a ‘Friend.’ But He Left China Without Any Breakthroughs.&nbsp…

Trump Uses Taiwan Arms Sales as Bargaining Chip With China, in a Risky Move  The New York TimesTaiwan insists it is independent after Trump warning  BBCWhy Taiwan became the defining issue in the Trump-Xi talks  CNBCLawmakers press Trump for military support for Taiwan …

USS Ford returns home after 11-month deployment supporting the Iran war and Maduro's capture  AP NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Texas children’s hospital to create first detransition clinic in win for Trump  The GuardianLargest children’s hospital in US to open ‘detransition clinic’ after $10M settlement with Trump DOJ, state  Fox NewsTexas Children’s will create ‘detransition clinic’ to settle DOJ and st…

Forecast First Alert: Strong storms, hail possible in Minnesota on Sunday and Monday  5 EYEWITNESS NEWSSevere Weather Outbreak, Including Tornadoes, Possible Beginning This Weekend In The Plains  The Weather ChannelWATCH LIVE: Dangerous storm threat continues through Monday in Ne…

Toddlers among more than 50 schoolchildren kidnapped in Nigeria  BBCStudents missing following attack by armed groups on school in northeastern Nigeria, police say  AP NewsGunmen kidnap dozens of students in Nigeria’s Borno State  Al JazeeraSearch continues for 42 missi…

Cassidy defiant as Trump's revenge campaign closes in  PoliticoTrump’s drive for political revenge faces a key test in Saturday’s Louisiana Senate primary  CNNLive results: Cassidy fights for political life in Louisiana Senate GOP primary  The HillBill Cassidy: Republic…

Election denier Tina Peters set for release after Colorado governor commutes sentence  NBC NewsColorado governor faces backlash over clemency for 2020 election denier Tina Peters  BBCLauren Boebert suggests Trump withheld funds to Colorado over prosecution of election denier&nbsp…

Trump says Xi agrees Iran must open strait, but no sign China will weigh in  ReutersTrump returns from China with no Iran breakthrough — and a decision to make  CNNChina's position on the Hormuz Strait: What 'open' really means  Responsible StatecraftTrump, Xi Project H…

Supreme Court rejects Virginia’s bid to restore congressional map favoring Democrats  WTOPAt Supreme Court, Virginia Democrats Pressed Legal Theory Embraced by Trump  The New York TimesSupreme Court is death knell for Virginia's Democratic-friendly congressional maps  N…

Texas Children's must open country's first "detransition clinic"  AxiosHospital Will Open First ‘Detransition’ Clinic in Legal Settlement With Texas  The New York TimesLargest children’s hospital in US to open ‘detransition clinic’ after $10M settlement with Trump DOJ, state&nbsp…

Rotting remains found behind Texas home belong to 6-year-old allegedly killed by abusive mother  New York PostRemains of 6-year-old found years after he went missing  USA TodayRemains of missing 6-year-old girl discovered during home excavation  KABBRemains of missing 6…

At least eight killed, 35 injured as train hits bus in Bangkok  Al JazeeraTrain Crashes Into Bangkok Traffic, Killing at Least 8  The New York TimesFreight train crashes into bus killing 8 in Bangkok, Thailand  YahooFreight train and bus crash kills at least eight in Ba…

Elon Musk Says He Isn’t Selling His SpaceX Shares as IPO Looms  Yahoo FinanceSpaceX shareholders approve 5-for-1 stock split, Bloomberg News reports  ReutersSpaceX heads into IPO with 'deepest moat that exists' as investors vow to 'never bet against Elon'  FortuneSpace …

Trump disparages incumbent Sen. Cassidy and tries to propel his challenger in Louisiana GOP primary  PBSTrump’s drive for political revenge faces a key test in Saturday’s Louisiana Senate primary  CNNGOP senator who defied Trump on impeachment faces voters, five years later …

Supreme Court rejects bid to revive Democrats’ Virginia redistricting plan  PoliticoAt Supreme Court, Virginia Democrats Pressed Legal Theory Embraced by Trump  The New York TimesVirginia’s new House map is dead. Democrats think they can still flip these seats.  The Was…

Israel kills Hamas armed wing leader Haddad in Gaza strike  ReutersHamas’s Top Leader in Gaza Is Killed in Israeli Strike  The New York TimesIsrael Kills Hamas’s ‘Ghost’ After Years of Failed Attempts  WSJHamas confirms top commander killed in Israeli air strike &n…

BLET members on strike at Long Island Rail Road  Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and TrainmenLIRR Labor Strike Shuts Down Busiest U.S. Passenger Rail Service  The New York TimesTrump claps back at Hochul in blame game for Long Island Railroad strike  The HillLIRR st…

Rival Protests Take Place in London, With a Major Security Effort  The New York TimesIn London, a restless hard right rears its head again  CNNTommy Robinson’s ‘far-right Glastonbury’: a distinctly lower energy affair  The GuardianTens of thousands join rival marches in…

Timmy the humpback whale found dead off Danish coast  NPRTimmy, the stranded humpback whale, found dead off Danish coast  CNNWhale found dead near Danish island after German rescue operation  BBCGermany news: Dead humpback whale off Denmark is 'Timmy'  dw.comW…

SpaceX shareholders approve 5-for-1 stock split ahead of IPO, reports Bloomberg  Yahoo FinanceSpaceX to Go Public June 12  WSJSpaceX shareholders approve 5-for-1 stock split, Bloomberg News reports  ReutersBlackRock Weighs Multibillion-Dollar Investment in SpaceX IPO&nb…

Poll: MAGA is largely aligned with Israel as GOP divides deepen  PoliticoGOP civil war growing as party 'splinters' over Israel ties: report  rawstory.comNearly half of MAGA Trump voters support Israeli govt amid GOP rift; 41% say Gaza campaign justified: Poll  MintThe …

The Countries Profiting From the War Oil Shock, as Others Lose Out  The New York TimesGlobal oil stockpiles could hit record lows if Strait of Hormuz remains closed  CNBCMapping the Iran war’s trade disruption  The EconomistThe World Is Burning Through Its Oil Safety Ne…

Tens of thousands set to rally in London for concurrent far-right, anti-Israel protests  The Times of IsraelTens of thousands descend on London for rival protests  BBCTommy Robinson tells tens of thousands at London rally to prepare for ‘battle of Britain’  The Guardian…

Pope Leo XIV to visit France in September this year  Vatican NewsPope to visit UNESCO, hit by Trump cuts, during September trip to France  ReutersPope Leo to visit France in late September  YahooPope Leo XIV to visit France in September  upi.comPope to visit F…

China Will Host Putin, Days After Trump’s Visit  The New York TimesDays after Trump's summit in Beijing, Putin will meet with China's Xi  CBS NewsRussian President Vladimir Putin to visit China from May 19 to 20  news.cgtn.comRussia’s Putin to visit China following Trum…

Trump's comment about negotiations on Taiwan heightens concerns over China  PBSTrump Uses Taiwan Arms Sales as Bargaining Chip With China, in a Risky Move  The New York TimesWhy Taiwan became the defining issue in the Trump-Xi talks  CNBCTrump warns Taiwan against decla…

Trump says Iran war is worth the economic pain. These rural voters agree  Yahoo‘Perfect statement’: Trump defends saying he isn’t thinking about Americans’ finances amid Iran talks  NBC NewsTrump’s Latest Gaffes Could Hurt the GOP  The AtlanticTrump says Iran war is wor…

Six-Year-Old Boy's Remains Found in Texas, Mother Charged With Murder  TMZRemains of 6-year-old found years after he went missing  USA TodayHuman remains found on Texas property are those of missing 6-year-old boy  NBC NewsIn letters to judge, mom indicted in Everman bo…

LIRR strike shuts down nation's busiest commuter train line, union says 'we're far apart'  GothamistLong Island Rail Road workers go on strike, halting busiest US commuter rail system  AP NewsOfficials outline contingency plans ahead of midnight LIRR strike deadline  Sp…

Many see Andy Burnham as UK government’s savior. First he needs a seat in Parliament  AP NewsIt’s Been a Wild Week in British Politics. What Happens Next?  The New York Times‘We need a different path’: Andy Burnham vows to put energy and water under public control  The …

Colorado Gov. Polis commutes ex-election clerk Tina Peters' sentence after Trump pressure  PBSColorado governor faces backlash over clemency for 2020 election denier Tina Peters  BBCLauren Boebert suggests Trump withheld funds to Colorado over prosecution of election denier …

Rescue diver dies during search for bodies of Italians who drowned in Maldives caves  BBCRescue diver dies amid search for remains of 4 Italians who perished in scuba accident  CBS NewsMilitary diver dies searching for bodies of 4 tourists after deep-sea cave diving accident&nbsp…

Trump returns from China with no Iran breakthrough — and a decision to make  CNNTrump says Xi agrees Iran must open strait, but no sign China will weigh in  CNBCTrump Returns From China With Little Progress to Reopen Hormuz  Bloomberg.comTrump reveals Xi’s stance on arm…

Putin to visit Chinese leader Xi Jinping days after Trump’s trip to Beijing  AP NewsChina Will Host Putin, Days After Trump’s Visit  The New York TimesRussia's Putin to meet China's Xi in Beijing from May 19-20, Beijing and Moscow say  CNBCRussia’s Putin to visit China …

North America’s largest commuter rail system shuts down as workers strike  YahooLong Island Rail Road, America’s largest commuter railroad, is on strike  CNNUnion official describes how negotiations with MTA broke down  NewsdayOfficials outline contingency plans ahead o…

This Republican voted to convict Trump. Now he's up for reelection. Can he survive?  NPRTrump’s drive for political revenge faces a key test in Saturday’s Louisiana Senate primary  CNNTrump blasts Sen Bill Cassidy as ‘disloyal disaster,’ pushes challenger Julia Letlow in Louisian…

Trump says U.S. has killed Islamic State leader in Nigeria  CBS NewsSenior IS leader killed in joint operation, US and Nigeria say  BBCIran-US war live: Trump claims world’s ‘most active terrorist’ has been killed  The IndependentTrump says Islamic State group leader wa…

Brass bands in Beijing make way for sticker shock at home as Trump returns to escalating inflation  AP NewsTrump’s China summit shows toll of a difficult year for the president  The Washington PostA state banquet, selfies with Musk and Huang's noodle run: The spectacle of Trump's…

2020 election denier Tina Peters granted clemency by Democratic governor  The Washington PostLauren Boebert suggests Trump withheld funds to Colorado over prosecution of election denier  The GuardianTina Peters to go free after Colorado Gov. Polis commutes her sentence &nbsp…

Tennessee’s sole congressional Democrat won’t run again after redistricting  The Washington PostTennessee Democrat Steve Cohen announces retirement  PoliticoRepublicans Redrew His District. Now This Democratic Stalwart Is Out.  The New York TimesWho is running in the ne…

The townspeople of Vilseck, Germany, worry that Trump may pull out 5,000 U.S. troops  NPRGermany’s Little America Confronts the Specter of U.S. Troop Withdrawal  WSJTrump’s Troop Drawdown in Germany Is a Warning Shot  Bloomberg.comTrump's troop withdrawals from Germany …

Iran’s foreign minister says lack of trust impedes peace talks with US  France 24Day 75 of Middle East conflict — Iran ceasefire talks stalled as Trump pushes for a deal with Tehran  CNNUS, Iran double down as ceasefire future uncertain: Live war updates  USA TodayIran …

Long Island Rail Road Strike Shuts Down Busiest U.S. Passenger Rail Service  The New York TimesOfficials outline contingency plans ahead of midnight LIRR strike deadline  Spectrum News NY1Long Island Rail Road, America’s largest commuter railroad, is on strike  CNNLIRR …

Trump talks up trade deals with China, but experts see no big wins for U.S.  CBS NewsTrump’s China summit shows toll of a difficult year for the president  The Washington PostPomp, pageantry but precious little to show for Trump’s Beijing excursion  The GuardianWhat did…

ISIS second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki killed by US and Nigerian forces, presidents say  ReutersTrump says Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, second in command of ISIS globally, killed in US-Nigerian operation  Fox NewsUS, Nigeria kill global Islamic State leader in joint military strike M…

The Push to Indict Raúl Castro, Cuba’s Former President  The New York TimesUS planning to criminally indict former Cuban leader Raúl Castro  BBCThe 1996 incident at the root of expected Raul Castro indictment  ReutersDOJ pushing to indict Raúl Castro over 1996 downing o…

Hamas confirms military chief's death following IDF strike  The Jerusalem PostIsrael carries out strike targeting most senior Hamas military leader in Gaza  CNNIsrael kills last Hamas chief who oversaw October 7 attack  Financial TimesIsraeli Strike Targeted Top Hamas L…

Supreme Court blocks effort to revive Va. voting map that bolsters Democrats  The Washington PostSupreme Court Rejects Virginia Democrats’ Effort to Reinstate New Voting Map  The New York TimesSupreme Court redistricting ruling: SCOTUS rejects state's bid to restore Virginia redi…

Tennessee Democrat Steve Cohen announces retirement  PoliticoRepublicans Redrew His District. Now This Democratic Stalwart Is Out.  The New York TimesJudge denies emergency restraining order request to Tennessee democrats  WZTVDemocratic Rep. Steve Cohen drops reelectio…

They Fled to Safety in Palestinian Territory, Then Settlers Attacked Again  The New York TimesSettlers Torch Cars in West Bank Village of Shuqba, Palestinians Say  HaaretzIDF reservist, four other Israelis arrested for allegedly burning Palestinian vehicles in West Bank &nbs…

Taiwan to Trump: We are sovereign and independent  politico.euTrump Turns Taiwan Arms Sales Into Bargaining Chip With China  The New York TimesTrump Leaves U.S. Support for Taiwan Uncertain After Beijing Visit  Time MagazineWhy Taiwan became the defining issue in the Tr…

With Possible Raúl Castro Indictment, U.S. Eyes Venezuela Playbook  The New York TimesUS planning to criminally indict former Cuban leader Raúl Castro  BBCUS Justice Department working to indict former Cuban president Raul Castro  CNNThreatened indictment of Raúl Castro…

US-China summit exposes Trump's limits on Iran war, Taiwan  DW.comTrump’s China summit shows toll of a difficult year for the president  The Washington PostTrump Just Gave China’s President Exactly What He Wanted  SlateWinners and Losers From Trump and Xi's Beijing Summ…

Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen drops reelection bid after redistricting in Tennessee  CBS NewsRepublicans Redrew His District. Now This Democratic Stalwart Is Out.  The New York TimesTennessee Democrat Steve Cohen announces retirement  PoliticoJudge denies emergency restra…

Live updates: Over 100 responders salute remains of firefighter in Augusta procession  The Portland Press HeraldHere’s what we know about how Friday’s deadly fire at a Searsmont lumber mill spread  Bangor Daily NewsFirefighter dead, at least 10 injured after explosion at Searsmon…

Israel says it killed the leader of Hamas’ military wing, one of the architects of Oct. 7 attacks  AP NewsIsrael carries out strike targeting most senior Hamas military leader in Gaza  CNNHamas commander who helped plan Oct. 7 attacks has been killed, Israel says  CBS N…

Man killed by 13ft great white shark in Western Australia  BBCMan, 38, Fatally Attacked by 13-Foot Great White Shark at Tourist Hotspot  People.comMan dead after shark attack off WA’s Rottnest Island  The GuardianMan Dies in Australia’s Second Fatal Shark Attack of 2026…

Live Results: Louisiana midterm state and congressional primaries  PBSWhat to Watch in Saturday’s Republican Senate Primary in Louisiana  The New York TimesA GOP senator defied Trump on impeachment, and voters haven’t forgotten  The Washington PostSen. Bill Cassidy face…

‘Gov. Polis’ legacy’? Colorado officials blast Tina Peters sentence reduction, resulting in release soon  The Denver Post2020 election denier Tina Peters granted clemency by Democratic governor  The Washington PostColorado's Democratic governor will let Trump ally Tina Peters out…

USS Gerald R. Ford to return from 11-month deployment on Saturday  Navy TimesUS aircraft carrier returns home after record deployment that included Iran war, Maduro capture  CNNNavy Aircraft Carrier to Complete Longest Deployment Since Vietnam  The New York TimesGerald …

Texas Children’s will create ‘detransition clinic’ to settle DOJ and state investigation  NBC NewsTexas Children’s Hospital to develop ‘detransition clinic,’ fire physicians as part of settlement, AG says  Houston Public MediaTexas Children’s Hospital must create country’s first …

Live Updates: Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Iran says it "cannot trust the Americans at all"  CBS NewsIran war day 78: Trump, Tehran signal talks as Lebanon truce extended  Al JazeeraIsrael, Lebanon extend ceasefire even as strikes continue  politico.euNew round o…

Taiwan responds to Trump's independence warning  EuronewsTrump Turns Taiwan Arms Sales Into Bargaining Chip With China  The New York TimesTrump's second meeting with China's Xi in a year steers the U.S. away from Taiwan again  CNBCTrump ambiguity raises questions on US …

Israel says strike targeted the last senior Hamas leader involved in Oct. 7  The Washington PostIsrael carries out strike targeting most senior Hamas military leader in Gaza  CNNGaza mosques announce death of Hamas military leader after Israeli targeting claim  ReutersH…

Burnham Faces Showdown With Farage Before He Can Get to Starmer  Bloomberg.comIt’s Been a Wild Week in British Politics. What Happens Next?  The New York TimesThe race to replace Starmer is on - but he still faces a momentous choice  BBCLabour tries to unite — so Farage…

UAE's new oil pipeline push to double export capacity bypassing Hormuz  ReutersUAE fast tracks second West-East oil pipeline to bypass Strait of Hormuz  CNBCUAE to complete second oil pipeline bypassing strait of Hormuz by 2027  The GuardianUAE to accelerate oil pipelin…

Global Bond Selloff Worsens as Rising Oil Prices Spook Investors  Bloomberg.com30-year Treasury yield tops 5.1%, highest in nearly a year  CNBCGlobal bonds battered as flaring inflation spooks investors  Yahoo FinanceDemand for longer-term U.S. debt gets weaker as one s…

Trump administration prepares to seek Raúl Castro indictment as it pressures Cuba, AP sources say  AP NewsWith Possible Raúl Castro Indictment, U.S. Eyes Venezuela Playbook  The New York TimesUS Justice Department working to indict former Cuban president Raul Castro  CN…

The Trump administration is planning a prayer event on the National Mall. All but one of the speakers is Christian  NPRA year of Trump is backfiring on the religious right  vox.comTrump to join prayer gathering criticized for promoting Christian nationalism  PBSCardinal…

Trump waffles on Taiwan arms deal after Xi talks  AxiosTrump's second meeting with China's Xi in a year steers the U.S. away from Taiwan again  CNBCTrump Turns Taiwan Arms Sales Into Bargaining Chip With China  The New York TimesLawmakers press Trump for military suppor…

‘$30 for a hamburger’: Trump’s facing no good options on beef prices  PoliticoTrump Delays Move to Lower Tariffs on Beef Imports  WSJOpinion | Another tacit admission that tariffs raise prices  The Washington PostUS to Temporarily Lower Beef Import Tariffs, WSJ Says&nbs…

It’s Been a Wild Week in British Politics. What Happens Next?  The New York TimesBurnham cleared to run for selection in pivotal by-election  BBCAndy Burnham, Britain’s could-be prime minister, is a man of two parts  The EconomistLabour tries to unite — so Farage can’t …

Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say  AP NewsPentagon informed Army ‘just a couple of days ago’ on decision to halt Poland deployment  Breaking DefenseUS stops Poland troop deployment after Germany pullout order &nbs…

Russian missiles used in deadly strike were built this year with western parts, says Ukraine  Financial TimesUkraine war briefing: Zelenskyy vows retribution over deadly Russian bombardments  The GuardianRussia pounds Kyiv as its advance in eastern Ukraine slows to a crawl &…

Berkshire Boosted Stake in Alphabet in First Quarter, Bought Delta Air, Sold Visa, Mastercard  Barron'sBerkshire Hathaway returns to airlines with $2.6 billion stake in Delta Air Lines  CNBCBerkshire triples Alphabet stake and buys Delta stock while dumping Amazon in Greg Abel's …

Top Drug Regulator Is Fired From the F.D.A.  The New York TimesFDA turmoil deepens as top drug chief departs claiming she was fired  The GuardianFDA leadership shake-up continues with departure of top drug regulator  NBC NewsFDA official who scrutinized COVID shots and …

Acting FDA leader tries to explain past Planned Parenthood work to abortion opponents  PoliticoFDA turmoil deepens as top drug chief departs claiming she was fired  The GuardianFDA leadership shake-up continues with departure of top drug regulator  NBC NewsOpinion | A d…

Republicans revise ballroom security funding after parliamentarian meeting - Live Updates  PoliticoSenate GOP balks at $1B in security for White House ballroom, despite Secret Service pitch  The HillFact-check: Are Republicans seeking $1B in taxpayer funds for Trump's White House…

Colorado governor commutes Trump ally Tina Peters' prison sentence for voting machine tampering  CBS NewsColorado's Democratic governor will let Trump ally Tina Peters out of prison early  NPRColorado governor says he will grant clemency to Trump-aligned election conspiracy theor…

Supreme Court rejects Virginia’s bid to restore congressional map favoring Democrats  AP NewsSupreme Court Rejects Virginia Democrats’ Effort to Reinstate New Voting Map  The New York TimesUS Supreme Court tosses longshot appeal from Virginians to use new congressional map that w…

Exclusive: Hackers have breached tank readers at US gas stations; officials suspect Iran is responsible  CNNReport: US officials suspect Iran behind hack of system monitoring levels of fuel available for gas stations  The Times of IsraelHackers breach US gas monitoring systems, o…

Tensions flare near Strait of Hormuz as one ship is seized and another is sunk  PBSSeized ship taken toward Iran as Trump and China's Xi agree Strait of Hormuz "must remain open"  CBS NewsShip seized near Strait of Hormuz by ‘unauthorized personnel,’ brought toward Iran &nbs…

Pentagon quietly shut legally required program to prevent civilian deaths by military, watchdog finds  The GuardianInternal Pentagon Report Reveals Hegseth Is Willfully Putting Civilians in Danger  The InterceptCongress clashes with Pentagon over civilian harm reduction program&n…

Enter the Killer Robots: The Ukrainian Forging the Future of Warfare  The New York TimesMilitary Snipers Are Being Put Out of a Job by Drones  WSJUkrainian defence tech revolution has US and Europeans envious  ReutersUkraine’s sling against Russia: How 'geniuses in gara…

Global bonds battered as flaring inflation spooks investors  Yahoo Finance30-year Treasury yield tops 5.1%, highest in nearly a year  CNBCDemand for longer-term U.S. debt gets weaker as one shock after another stokes fear that high inflation is here to stay  FortuneThe …

Colorado's Democratic governor will let Trump ally Tina Peters out of prison early  NPRColorado governor says he will grant clemency to Trump-aligned election conspiracy theorist  PoliticoColorado governor commutes sentence of former elections clerk Tina Peters after Trump pressu…

Supreme Court Rejects Virginia Democrats’ Effort to Reinstate New Voting Map  The New York TimesUS Supreme Court tosses longshot appeal from Virginians to use new congressional map that would benefit Democrats  CNNDemocrats’ redistricting push in Virginia dies at Supreme Court&nb…

Exclusive: FDA drug center head expected to leave after commissioner's exit, sources say  ReutersFDA shuffles top drug, biologics leaders in latest shakeup  CNBCControversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency  CBS NewsTop Drug Regulator…

Donald Trump left with little to show for two days of talks with Xi Jinping  Financial TimesWinners and Losers From Trump and Xi's Beijing Summit Talks  Yahoo FinanceHow the Xi-Trump Summit Looked From the Little Red Dot  Bloomberg.comIn pageantry and politics, China su…

US charges Iraqi militia commander with terrorism offences  BBCPlot Was ‘Targeting Heart’ of New York’s Jewish Community, Tisch Says  The New York TimesIraqi militant leader ‘directed and urged’ attacks on Americans and Jews over Iran war, feds say  CNNTerrorist command…

Democrat Gene Wu can keep House seat, Texas Supreme Court rules  The Texas TribuneTexas Supreme Court Rejects Abbott Effort to Remove Democrats After Walkout  The New York TimesTexas high court rejects removal of Democratic lawmakers who led quorum break over redistricting &…

Army leaders in hot seat over Poland deployment cancellation  Military TimesPentagon officials stunned by Hegseth decision on troops in Poland  PoliticoUS stops Poland troop deployment after Germany pullout order  DW.comPentagon informed Army ‘just a couple of days ago’…

What next for Starmer? Five scenarios in Labour leadership crisis  BBCLeading challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits government  CNNWhy is the UK prime minister facing calls to quit?  BBCSir Keir Starmer has failed abjectly. He should go  The Econo…

China wants Strait of Hormuz open free of curbs, USTR Greer tells Bloomberg News  ReutersReadout of President Trump’s Meeting With Chinese President Xi Jinping  U.S. Embassy & Consulates in ChinaTrump, Xi Project Hormuz Alignment Despite No Iran Progress  Bloomberg.comC…

Board Names Jerome Powell Temporary Fed Chair. Two Governors Disagree With the Move.  Barron'sTakeaways from Fed Chair Jerome Powell's tenure as he steps down  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosPowell, the most battle-tested Fed chair, finishes his term  C…

Colorado governor says he will grant clemency to Trump-aligned election conspiracy theorist  PoliticoColorado's Democratic governor will let Trump ally Tina Peters out of prison early  NPR2020 election denier Tina Peters granted clemency by Democratic governor  The Wash…

Feds request ‘summer surge’ of National Guard troops in DC  PoliticoFederal ‘summer surge' to target youth crime in DC  NBC4 WashingtonAhead of U.S. 250th Anniversary, More National Guard Troops to Arrive in D.C.  The New York TimesD.C.’s America 250 celebration on July…

Trump Says He Didn’t Ask Xi to Pressure Iran on Strait of Hormuz  Yahoo FinanceReadout of President Trump’s Meeting With Chinese President Xi Jinping  U.S. Embassy & Consulates in ChinaTrump, Xi Project Hormuz Alignment Despite No Iran Progress  Bloomberg.comChina: ‘No …

Iraqi National Arrested and Charged with Providing Material Support to Iranian-Backed Terrorist Organizations and Directing Attacks Targeting U.S. Citizens and Interests  Department of Justice (.gov)Kataib Hezbollah Commander Accused of Planning Attacks on N.Y.C.  The New York Ti…

Alex Murdaugh’s lawyers to introduce shocking DNA findings that could upend murder cases at retrial  New York PostWhy a Retrial of the Murdaugh Case Could Look a Lot Different  The New York TimesWhy double jeopardy doesn’t apply after court overturns Alex Murdaugh’s murder convic…

Justice Dept. Aims to Use Terrorism Laws to Target Mexican Officials  The New York TimesIndicted Mexican governor's ally due in US court on charges of cartel ties  ReutersEx-Sinaloa security chief in Mexico arrested in US over alleged cartel ties  Al JazeeraCartel corru…

As Powell Steps Down, the Fed Confronts ‘Regime Change’  The New York TimesTakeaways from Fed Chair Jerome Powell's tenure as he steps down  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosPowell, the most battle-tested Fed chair, finishes his term  CNNJerome Powell end…

‘For Example, Putin’: How Xi Used a Private Garden Walk to Charm Trump  The New York TimesWinners and Losers From Trump and Xi's Beijing Summit Talks  Yahoo FinanceTrump’s China trips ends with more questions than answers: From the Politics Desk  NBC NewsPresident Xi Ji…

‘Slap in the face': Republicans skewer Pentagon over Poland move  PoliticoPentagon officials stunned by Hegseth decision on troops in Poland  PoliticoArmy leaders in hot seat over Poland deployment cancellation  Military TimesPentagon Abruptly Cancels Deployment to Euro…

Democrats blast Trump over 'slush fund' in possible IRS lawsuit settlement  CNBCTrump Administration Live Updates: Officials Consider $1.7 Billion Fund to Compensate Allies  The New York TimesTrump’s brazen plan for a $1.7 billion slush fund  vox.comJustice Department c…

Kataib Hezbollah Commander Accused of Planning Attacks on N.Y.C.  The New York TimesIraqi accused of multiple terror attacks in US and Europe arrested and charged  The GuardianTerrorist commander accused of planning attacks across U.S., authorities say  NBC NewsIraqi mi…

Skeletal remains of new dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants discovered by scientists: "The last titan"  CBS NewsA new species offers a clue to the boom of giant dinosaurs  National GeographicGiant with a very long neck. Scientists uncover new dinosaur species  USA …

Israel strikes Gaza City building targeting Hamas military leader Izz al-Din al-Haddad  ynetnewsIsrael carries out strike targeting most senior Hamas military leader in Gaza  CNNGaza airstrike targeted Hamas military wing leader, Israel says  NBC NewsIsraeli Strike Targ…

Trump’s ‘Learning Curve’ on China Ends With Conciliation at Summit  The New York TimesIn Beijing, Trump faced America's equal | Opinion  USA TodayWinners and Losers From Trump and Xi's Beijing Summit Talks  Yahoo FinanceFive Takeaways From the Trump-Xi Summit &nbsp…

Israel and Lebanon agree to extend ceasefire, US state department says  BBCIsrael and Lebanon agree to extend ceasefire by 45 days, U.S. State Dept says  CNBCTrump’s Lebanon Negotiations Are Breaking the Country  Foreign PolicyIsrael, Lebanon extend ceasefire by 45 days…

FBI offers $200,000 for info on ex-Air Force officer charged with spying for Iran  CBS NewsFBI offers $200K reward in search for ex-Air Force counterintelligence specialist who defected to Iran  The HillOfficials searching for ex-Air Force sergeant accused of spying for Iran&nbsp…

Trump administration readying a plan to impose Colorado River water cuts on Western states  Los Angeles TimesUS government planning dramatic Colorado River water cuts due to drought, overuse  ReutersCalifornia, Nevada and Arizona announce temporary plan to save water from the Col…

Jeffries praises Tennessee Democrat Steve Cohen as he ends re-election bid after gerrymander – US politics live  The GuardianTennessee congressional map lawsuits intensify as state alleges 'judge-shopping'  WTVCRepublicans Redrew His District. Now This Democratic Stalwart Is Out.…

Parents of teens who break curfew in D.C. will be prosecuted, DOJ says  The Washington PostIn response to "teen takeovers," Pirro threatens to charge parents if their teens violate local curfew  CBS NewsUS Attorney Pirro going after parents of kids taking part in DC 'teen takeove…

Why a Retrial of the Murdaugh Case Could Look a Lot Different  The New York TimesOpinion | Alex Murdaugh's overturned conviction should be a lesson for prosecutors  MS NOWWhy double jeopardy doesn’t apply after court overturns Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions  CNNJuro…

Iran has 'no trust' in US, will negotiate only if it is serious, Araqchi says  ReutersIran has ‘no trust’ in the U.S., will negotiate only if it is serious, Araghchi says  NBC NewsIran says it "cannot trust" U.S. in negotiations as Trump says "we control" strait  YahooL…

“Do You Always Tell the Truth?”: Sam Altman Rests His Case in the OpenAI Trial.  The RingerThe 5 most unhinged revelations from Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI  vox.comI've seen Sam Altman in action plenty of times. Here's why I was surprised when I watched him on the stand.&n…

Trump noncommittal to continued Taiwan arms sales after meeting with Xi  PoliticoLive updates: Trump-Xi summit ends on cordial note but no breakthroughs announced yet  CNNTrump told Xi ‘I don't talk about’ whether U.S. would defend Taiwan from China  CNBCTrump Discussed…

Trump Administration Live Updates: C.I.A. Chief Visits Cuba as Its Oil Runs Dry  The New York TimesCIA Director John Ratcliffe meets with Cuban officials in Havana  CNNThe US and Cuba intensify negotiations as the island’s collapse deepens  EL PAÍS EnglishCIA director t…

Poland scrambles to respond after Pentagon ditches troop deployment plan  politico.eu‘Slap in the face': Republicans skewer Pentagon over Poland move  PoliticoPentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say  AP NewsPentago…

FBI offers $200,000 reward to catch ex-Air Force specialist wanted on espionage charges in Iran  AP NewsFBI offers $200,000 for information on former Air Force intelligence specialist charged with spying for Iran  CNNFBI offers $200K reward in search for ex-Air Force counterintel…

DOJ pushing to indict Raúl Castro over 1996 downing of civilian planes, officials say  NBC NewsU.S. moving to indict Cuba's Raúl Castro, sources say  CBS NewsThreatened indictment of Raúl Castro ratchets up US pressure on Cuba  The GuardianUS plans to indict Cuba's Raul…

Judge declares a mistrial in Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial after jury deadlocks  AP NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Voting Rights Act ruling is ‘red meat’ to Republicans in south, says Black lawmaker targeted by gerrymander  The GuardianLt. Governor Hosemann appoints Senate Select Committee on Redistricting  HubCitySPOKESCalls for redistricting continue after Governor Tate Reeves cancels speci…

Tensions flare near Strait of Hormuz as a ship is seized and another is sunk  NPR'Floating armoury' ship reportedly seized by Iran  BBCTensions flare near Strait of Hormuz as one ship is seized and another is sunk  PBSSeized ship taken toward Iran as Trump and China's X…

UAE to complete second oil pipeline bypassing strait of Hormuz by 2027  The GuardianUAE fast tracks second West-East oil pipeline to bypass Strait of Hormuz  CNBCUAE's new oil pipeline push to double export capacity bypassing Hormuz  ReutersUAE to accelerate oil pipelin…

UAE Tried in Vain to Get Saudis to Coordinate on Iran Response  Bloomberg.comBRICS talks end without joint statement, exposing divisions over war in Iran  ReutersUAE pushed Gulf states to join military response against Iran’s attacks  The Jerusalem PostUAE secretly laun…

Starbucks to Layoff 300 Corporate Workers  The New York TimesStarbucks to cut 300 US jobs, close some regional support offices  Fox BusinessStarbucks to lay off 300 U.S. employees, shutter some regional support offices  CNBCStarbucks announces 300 more corporate layoffs…

Trump says China to buy 200 Boeing jets, order could rise up to 750  ReutersTrump Touts ‘Fantastic Trade Deals’ With China, but Details Are Scarce  The New York TimesBoeing shares drop 4% after Trump announces China orders just 200 jets  ReutersTrump touts ‘fantastic tr…

After redistricting, what does representation mean to Tennessee voters?  NPRDemocratic Rep. Steve Cohen drops reelection bid after redistricting in Tennessee  CBS NewsWith Memphis District Gone, Another Democratic Mainstay Retires  The New York TimesTennnesee Democrat S…

Deported Despite DACA: Dreamers Face Uncertainty Under Trump  The New York TimesMark Kelly pushes permanent citizenship for DACA recipients as renewal delays spike  Arizona MirrorSens. Kelly and Gallego back immigration reform for 'Dreamers'  KJZZChicago ‘Dreamers’ say …

Mass casualty response underway in Searsmont after explosion  WGMELive updates: Here’s what to know about Friday’s Searsmont fire  The Portland Press Herald"Mass casualty" incident reported in Searsmont, Maine  WMTWMultiple Injuries Reported after Explosion, Fire at Rob…

How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic and Pacific  CBS NewsNational Hurricane Center issues first tropical outlook for 2026 season  FOX 35 OrlandoNational Hurricane Center issues its first tropical outlook for 2026 season  Naples Daily News…

Trump says Xi offered help on Iran — but how far is Beijing willing to go?  CNBCTrump says China's Xi Jinping offered to help end Iran conflict  Fox NewsIn China summit, Trump touts "fantastic trade deals" with Xi as nations try to stabilize relationship  CBS NewsChina:…

New outbreak of Ebola kills 65 in eastern DR Congo  BBCA new Ebola outbreak is confirmed in a remote Congo province, with 65 deaths recorded  CNNHow New Ebola Outbreak Is Testing Congo After US Aid Cuts  Bloomberg.comHealth officials raise alarm over new Ebola outbreak …

5 Italian tourists killed in Maldives cave diving accident as authorities search water for bodies  CBS NewsFive Italians die during cave scuba dive in Maldives  BBC5 Italian tourists dead after exploring underwater caves in Maldives  Global News5 Tourists, Including a P…

Starbucks to lay off 300 U.S. employees, shutter some regional support offices  CNBCStarbucks to cut 300 US jobs, close some regional support offices  Fox BusinessStarbucks announces 300 more corporate layoffs, shutters multiple regional offices  MyNorthwest.comStarbuck…

In pageantry and politics, China summit yields Xi’s goal — equal footing with U.S.  The Washington PostFive Takeaways From the Trump-Xi Summit  WSJTrump’s ‘Learning Curve’ on China Ends With Conciliation at Summit  The New York TimesTrump wraps widely-watched trip to Ch…

The US and Cuba intensify negotiations as the island’s collapse deepens  EL PAÍS EnglishCIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Raul Castro's grandson in Havana, US and Cuban officials say  NPRCIA director travels to Cuba as fuel reserves hit zero  The Washington PostCIA c…

US seeks indictment of former Cuban leader Raul Castro  Al JazeeraUS takes steps to indict former Cuban leader Raúl Castro  USA TodayDOJ pushing to indict Raúl Castro over 1996 downing of civilian planes, officials say  NBC NewsUS plans to indict Cuba's Raul Castro, US …

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Supreme Court Allows Abortion Pill Access by Mail to Continue  The New York TimesSupreme Court allows telehealth and mail access to mifepristone for now  CNNSCOTUS Preserved Abortion by Mail. Opponents Already Know Their Next Moves.  PoliticoAnalysis | A split on the ri…

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Native kids with disabilities were held in wooden boxes. Sweeping reforms are coming  NPR

CIA director visits Cuba for rare meeting as island runs out of fuel  AxiosCIA chief visits Cuba as energy crisis worsens  BBCCIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Raul Castro's grandson in Havana, US and Cuban officials say  NPRCIA Director John Ratcliffe meets with Cub…

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South Carolina redistricting: Governor forces lawmakers back to session to eliminate lone majority-Black district  Democracy DocketSouth Carolina governor calls for a special session on redistricting  NBC NewsAnatomy of a speech: how does a Republican leader say no to Trump?&nbsp…

U.S. moving to indict Cuba's Raúl Castro, sources say  CBS NewsUS plans to indict Cuba's Raul Castro, US DOJ official says  ReutersUS takes steps to indict former Cuban leader Raúl Castro  USA TodayUS moving to indict former Cuban leader Raúl Castro: source  F…

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House Ethics panel investigating Chuck Edwards for sexual misconduct  PoliticoHouse Ethics panel confirms misconduct investigation against Rep. Chuck Edwards  MS NOWHouse Ethics Committee publicly addresses allegations against Rep. Chuck Edwards  WLOSHouse Ethics Commit…

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Five Italians die during cave dive in Maldives  BBC5 tourists die on daring scuba dive in Maldives, sparking police investigation  New York PostFive tourists dead in horror scuba accident  News.com.auMaldives: 'Goodbye Muriel, girl with a smile in her eyes'  A…

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House Ethics panel announces sexual harassment investigation into Rep. Edwards  AxiosHouse Ethics panel investigating Chuck Edwards for sexual misconduct  PoliticoHouse Ethics Committee investigating sexual harassment allegations against Rep. Chuck Edwards  NBC NewsMarr…

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Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court flees from Senate  AP NewsPhilippine politician wanted by ICC flees senate after days holed up in building  The GuardianArrest Warrant for Philippine Senator Sparks Dramatic Cat-and-Mouse Game  WSJChaos in Ph…

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Cuba says CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with interior minister in Havana  CNNSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

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Senators approve withholding their own pay during government shutdowns  AP NewsSenators agree to go without pay during shutdowns after historic closures left workers unpaid  Fox NewsSenators vote to block their pay during future government shutdowns  CNNSenate unanimous…

Live Updates: Seized ship taken toward Iran as Trump and China's Xi agree Strait of Hormuz "must remain open"  CBS News'Floating armoury' ship reportedly seized by Iran  BBCTensions flare near Strait of Hormuz as a ship is seized and another is sunk  AP NewsMiddle East …

US border patrol chief resigns abruptly amid string of exits by Trump immigration officials  The GuardianBorder Patrol chief Michael Banks resigns his position  CNNUS Border Patrol chief Michael Banks to resign in latest DHS leadership change  WHYYU.S. Border Patrol Chi…

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FBI sought to interview top election official in Wisconsin's Milwaukee County  CBS NewsWisconsin official cries foul alleging FBI showed up at front door of county election director's home  Fox NewsFBI agents reportedly seek to question Milwaukee elections official  Wis…

Strategist Tied to Becerra and Newsom Pleads Guilty in Corruption Case  The New York TimesTop California Democratic political strategist pleads guilty to $225,000 fraud charges  The GuardianNewsom’s former chief of staff takes plea deal  PoliticoFormer top aide to Gov. …

With Murdaugh Reversal, Small Towns Brace for Retrial and More Scrutiny  The New York TimesAlex Murdaugh’s murder conviction is gone. Here’s what that means for a retrial  CNNAlex Murdaugh's lawyers tease 'multiple alternative theories' about double murder  New York Pos…

Wes Streeting's resignation letter and Starmer's response in full  BBCLeading challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits government  CNNNottingham maternity campaigners fear post-Streeting turmoil  BBCIn Britain, a Contest to Unseat Starmer Looks Increasingly Li…

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El Niño is coming faster than expected and chances are rising that it will be historically strong  CNNNew El Niño forecast warns of a powerful shift amid hurricane season  USA TodayWarning of record global temperatures as chance of very strong El Niño grows  BBCA super …

Mississippi Governor Vows Thompson’s ‘Reign of Terror Is Over,’ But Cancels Redistricting Plans  Mississippi Free PressMississippi's GOP governor drops election pledge in huge setback for Trump’s midterm plan  Fox NewsGov. Reeves calls off Mississippi’s special session on judicia…

Capitol agenda: Dems plot redistricting revenge  Politico‘Crush their souls’: Democrats ditch the niceties after GOP gains upper hand on redistricting  PoliticoHakeem Jeffries wants to redraw House maps from Oregon to New York. He’s willing to take on Democrats to do it &nbs…

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Suspect in murder of University of Washington student surrenders to police  KOMOUPDATE: Man Arrested in Connection to University of Washington Homicide  Seattle.govPolice make arrest in fatal stabbing of UW student  KING5.comSuspect arrested in connection with slaying o…

Blackouts And Protests As Cuba Says Fuel Has 'Run Out'  Barron'sCuba says oil and diesel supplies have run dry under U.S. sanctions  CNBCCuba’s energy crisis to worsen as donated Russian oil runs out, minister warns  CNNCuba’s power grid collapses and plunges eastern pr…

Israel to sue New York Times over article on rape of Palestinian detainees, Netanyahu says  ReutersOpinion | The Silence That Meets the Rape of Palestinians  The New York TimesIsrael’s Netanyahu says suing New York Times over Palestinian rape article  Al JazeeraNick Kri…

2 Ways Jerome Powell's Successor, Kevin Warsh, Intends to Alter the Fed -- and Both Risk Upsetting a Historically Pricey Stock Market  The Motley FoolSenate confirms Kevin Warsh as next chair of the Federal Reserve  NPRBessent credits Dem senator with putting 'country before poli…

In pictures: Trump hosted by Xi Jinping in Beijing on two-day summit  BBCXi Warned of the ‘Thucydides Trap.’ What Is It?  The New York TimesChina will work behind the scenes to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Bessent says  CNBCChina's Xi warns Trump that differences o…

UPDATE: Man Arrested in Connection to University of Washington Homicide  Seattle.govSuspect in murder of University of Washington student surrenders to police  KUTVPolice make arrest in fatal stabbing of UW student  KING5.comSeattle Police releases photos of suspect in …

UK health secretary resigns, setting up a Labour leadership challenge to Keir Starmer  AP NewsOpinion | The Trump Dumpster Fire Is Lit  The New York TimesFour key excerpts from Streeting's resignation letter  BBCLeading challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits…

Gov. Reeves calls off Mississippi’s special session on judicial redistricting  Mississippi TodayMississippi's GOP governor drops election pledge in huge setback for Trump’s midterm plan  Fox NewsMississippi governor rules out redrawn supreme court maps before midterms  …

Dejected Trump Reacts to China Meeting With 9-Word Response  The Daily BeastFor anxious Taiwan, Trump’s silence after Xi talks is best possible outcome  The GuardianTaiwan anxiously eyes Trump’s summit in China, with $14 billion in US arms sales up in the air  CNNExplai…

McMaster plans to call special session to redraw South Carolina House map  PoliticoSouth Carolina governor expected to call special session on redistricting  CBS NewsSouth Carolina Republicans block plan to eliminate Clyburn’s House seat  The Washington PostSources: McM…

Jeffries’ job grows more difficult in race for House and speaker’s gavel  AP NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Democrats get a last-minute reprieve on 2026 redistricting  AxiosRepublicans feared losing midterms - but fight over voting maps changed all that  BBCAmerica Has Always Had a Gerrymandering Problem. This Is New.  The AtlanticPoll: Democrats would give up Black voting po…

Russia hammers Ukraine in biggest prolonged drone attack since war began  CNNRussia Pummels Kyiv After Putin Hints That War Could End Soon  The New York TimesUkraine says Russia launches "massive and virtually nonstop" strikes on Kyiv, killing at least 7  CBS NewsRussia…

Honda Bets On Hybrids With New Sedan And SUV Coming In 2028  Motor1.comHonda Posts First-Ever Annual Loss After Pullback From E.V.s  The New York TimesHonda makes first loss in 70 years as it retreats from EV investment  BBCSummary of 2026 Honda Business Briefing &…

Xi-Trump summit live: Trump invites Xi to visit White House on September 24  South China Morning PostXi tells Musk, Tim Cook and other CEOs on Trump's trip: China will 'open wider'  CNBCTrump in China: Xi Jinping welcomes US president but thorny issues remain  BBCNew at…

The MAHA movement is coming to school cafeterias. Here's what that means for kids  NPR

Trump's killer quote exposes his bind on Iran and inflation  AxiosVance says 'we have a lot of work to do' after Trump's comments about Americans' finances  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosTrump’s Remark on Americans’ Finances and Iran War Points to GOP Midterm Ch…

In a reversal, SC lawmakers now anticipate special session to redraw congressional district lines  Post and CourierSouth Carolina Governor Plans Special Session to Redraw House Maps  The New York TimesTrump news at a glance: despite presidential pressure, some Republicans in Sout…

Hero pilot recounts crash landing, rescue in Atlantic Ocean: "My first thought was, 'We didn't die'"  CBS News11 survive ‘miraculous’ rescue following plane crash off Florida coast  Yahoo11 Rescued From Raft After Plane Crash Off the Coast of Florida  The New York Times…

Duterte Ally Flees After Chaos at Philippine Senate  The New York TimesChaos in Philippines Senate as Duterte Ally Faces Arrest  The New York TimesA Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court flees from Senate  NPRPhilippine politician wanted by ICC m…

UAE denies Netanyahu secretly visited the country during the Iran war  NPRSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Cuba says oil and diesel supplies have run dry under U.S. sanctions  CNBCScattered Protests Erupt as Cuba Says It’s Entirely Out of Fuel  Bloomberg.comBlackouts And Protests As Cuba Says Fuel Has 'Run Out'  Barron'sCuba facing severe energy crisis as supplies of Russian…

Latvian Prime Minister resigns over handling of Ukrainian drone incidents  ReutersLatvian PM Evika Silina resigns over response to drone incursions  BBCLatvia prime minister resigns days after ‘stray’ drone incursion – Europe live  The GuardianLatvian government collaps…

Honda Posts First Ever Annual Loss After Pullback From E.V.s  The New York TimesHonda just lost money for the first time in 70 years  CNNHonda makes first loss in 70 years as it retreats from EV investment  BBCHonda posts first annual loss on $9 billion EV writedown, sc…

China's Xi warns Trump about "conflicts" if Taiwan isn't "handled properly"  CBS News‘Quite Brutal,’ ‘Not Friendly’: What People in China Say of Trump  The New York TimesXi tells Musk, Tim Cook and other CEOs on Trump's trip: China will 'open wider'  CNBCXi Jinping tell…

China gains major edge on U.S. amid Iran war, intelligence report finds  The Washington PostTrump wants China's help on Iran. Beijing may have other ideas  ReutersWhy the Bombing of Iran Tied the U.S. More Closely to China  The New York TimesTrump’s Trip Hit by Humiliat…

Poll: Democrats would give up Black voting power to beat the GOP  PoliticoRepublicans feared losing midterms - but fight over voting maps changed all that  BBCAmerica Has Always Had a Gerrymandering Problem. This Is New.  The AtlanticDemocrats get a last-minute reprieve…

'Miraculous': 11 plane crash survivors rescued at sea off Florida  Reuters11 survive ‘miraculous’ rescue following plane crash off Florida coast  YahooHero pilot recounts crash landing, rescue in Atlantic Ocean: "My first thought was, 'We didn't die'"  CBS News11 Rescue…

UAE denies Netanyahu secretly visited the country during the Iran war  AP NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Murdaugh murder convictions overturned by South Carolina Supreme Court  The StateSouth Carolina Supreme Court overturns Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions in deaths of wife and son  YahooProspect of Murdaugh Retrial Puts Rural South Carolina Back in Spotlight  The New Y…

Russian missiles, drones pound Kyiv overnight; at least 4 killed, 44 injured as rescue efforts continue  The Kyiv IndependentRussia unleashes heaviest wartime drone assault on Ukraine, hits Kyiv  ReutersRussia launches hundreds more drones at Ukraine, killing three people &n…

South Carolina Governor Plans Special Session to Redraw House Maps  The New York TimesSouth Carolina Republicans block plan to eliminate Clyburn’s House seat  The Washington PostSources: McMaster expected to call SC lawmakers back for special session on redistricting  W…

Denise Powell wins Democratic primary in Nebraska’s ‘blue dot’ 2nd District  AP NewsPolitical Organizer Wins Democratic Primary in Key Nebraska House Race  The New York TimesTakeaways from Nebraska Democratic primaries filled with plot twists  The Washington PostDenise …

Midsize Cities Held Steady as U.S. Population Growth Declined  The New York TimesSmall cities in big Texas metro areas lead as the fastest growing municipalities in the US  KXAN AustinCensus: Texas had 8 of country’s fastest growing cities in 2025  The Texas TribuneD-FW…

UAE denies Netanyahu held secret meeting with Emirati president in the UAE during Iran war  ReutersIsrael Says Netanyahu Made a Secret Trip to U.A.E., Which Says He Didn’t  The New York Times3 civilians wounded, 2 seriously, in Hezbollah drone attack near Rosh Hanikra  …

Britain Edges Closer to Bitter Fight Over Prime Minister’s Job  Bloomberg.comStarmer faces possible leadership challenge, vows to fight on  ReutersLabour has turned into the Conservative Party  The EconomistWho would be in Wes Streeting’s corner if he ran for the Labour…

Cuba has run out of diesel and fuel oil, energy minister says, as US blockade pushes island to brink  The GuardianCuba says oil and diesel supplies have run dry under U.S. sanctions  CNBCCuba’s energy crisis to worsen as donated Russian oil runs out, minister warns  CNN…

Senate confirms new Fed chair as Trump allies warn rate cuts may have to wait  The Washington PostKevin Warsh confirmed as Fed chair, succeeding Jerome Powell  CNNWhy Warsh's Democrat problem could come back to bite him  PoliticoThe Economy That Kevin Warsh, the Federal…

Trump-Xi Meeting Live News Updates: Trump Meets Xi for China Summit Against Backdrop of Iran War  WSJTrump-Xi summit live: Talks in Beijing include Taiwan, trade and Iran  ReutersTrade wars to extended truce: Analysts expect ‘stabilization’ in U.S.-China ties as Trump-Xi meet&nbs…

Feds charge Washington man for throwing large rock at monk seal on Maui  Honolulu Star-AdvertiserFederal agents arrest visitor accused of throwing rock at Hawaiian monk seal  Hawaii News NowUS agents arrest tourist after video shows a rock hurled at an endangered Hawaiian monk se…

Denise Powell wins Democratic primary for Nebraska's 2nd congressional district  NPRDenise Powell will win razor-thin Democratic primary for ‘blue dot’ House district in Nebraska, CNN projects  CNNCindy Burbank Wins Senate Primary in Nebraska, but Plans to Drop Out to Help Dan Os…

House releases amended housing bill text, schedules vote for next week  PoliticoMAGA world is giving the House GOP cover on Trump’s housing push  PoliticoTrump, Senate ramp up pressure on the House to pass housing bill  The HillTrump Urges Congress To Pass Controversial…

U.S. Cruise Passenger Moved Out of Isolation  The New York TimesDoctor from hantavirus-stricken ship tests negative, moves out of biocontainment unit  CNNArgentina Races to Find Origin of Hantavirus Contagion  The New York TimesA Scientist’s Close Call with Hantavirus A…

From tourist tax to digital ID: BBC correspondents on the key bills in the King's Speech  BBCYou’ve heard the king’s speech – but I think a better one might run like this | David Blunkett  The GuardianChris Mason: Big moment ahead for Streeting to decide whether to go for it&nbsp…

Gunfire heard at Philippine Senate amid standoff with lawmaker facing arrest  The Washington PostChaos in Philippines Senate as Duterte Ally Faces Arrest  The New York TimesBato dela Rosa: What we know about Senate shooting in Philippines  BBCGunshots fired in Philippin…

Trump lands in Beijing for high-stakes Xi summit as Taiwan tensions, trade disputes test US strength  Fox NewsHow China Sent a Message to Trump on His Arrival  The New York TimesFive takeaways from the Trump-Xi summit in Beijing  CNBCTrump-Xi summit live: Talks in Beiji…

Body of second U.S. soldier who went missing amid training exercise recovered in Morocco  CBS NewsPress Release - US Army recovers, identifies second Soldier near Cap Draa, Morocco; search  europeafrica.army.milUS Army Recovers Body of Second Soldier Missing in Morocco &nbsp…

Iran war overshadows Trump's China visit as peace talks stall  ReutersDay 75 of Middle East conflict — Iran ceasefire talks stalled as Trump pushes for a deal with Tehran  CNNIran War Updates: Trump Says Iran Must Make Deal or Face Renewed Attacks  The New York TimesIra…

Vance says $1.3 billion in Medicaid payments to California will be deferred over fraud concerns  Los Angeles TimesVance announces suspension of $1.3 billion in Medicaid payments to California  NBC NewsJD Vance threatens health funding to states that don’t comply with White House …

OpenAI trial wraps up with testimony about Reid Hoffman, a trophy, and a Musk outburst  Business InsiderAltman details Musk's OpenAI fallout, says nonprofit was 'left for dead'  CNBCOpenAI’s Sam Altman takes the stand to fend off Elon Musk’s accusations he ‘stole a charity’ …

Trump Administration Will Withhold $1.3 Billion in Medicaid Payments to California  The New York TimesVance, announcing anti-fraud effort, gets time in spotlight with Trump away  The Washington PostJD Vance threatens health funding to states that don’t comply with White House ant…

Man known for racially derogatory livestreams taken into custody after a shooting in Tennessee  AP NewsUPDATE: Man who instigated racist disputes charged with attempted murder outside County Courthouse | VIDEO  Clarksville NowSocial media personality, another injured after fight …

Body of second U.S. soldier who went missing amid training exercise recovered in Morocco  CBS NewsRemains of 2nd U.S. soldier who went missing in Morocco have been recovered  NPRPress Release - US Army recovers, identifies second Soldier near Cap Draa, Morocco; search  …

Kouri Richins sentenced to life without parole in husband's fentanyl-laced cocktail murder  CBS NewsChildren’s book author Kouri Richins sentenced to life in prison without parole in fatal poisoning of husband  CNNKouri Richins Sentenced to Life in Prison for Poisoning Her Husban…

US citizen convicted of running secret Chinese 'police station' in NYC  BBCNew York man found guilty of acting as an unregistered agent of China  The GuardianJury convicts man accused of running secret Chinese spy outpost in New York City  AP NewsMan Convicted of Runnin…

MAGA world is giving the House GOP cover on Trump’s housing push  PoliticoTrump, Senate ramp up pressure on the House to pass housing bill  The HillTrump Urges Congress To Pass Controversial Ban on Institutional Homeowners To 'Save the American Dream'  Realtor.comThe Se…

Built for MAGA appeal, Alligator Alcatraz leaves DeSantis with big political bill  Miami Herald‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ the controversial Florida migrant detention facility, expected to close, source says  CNNClosing of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ prompts questions about ICE facility in Ne…

Kyiv under attack from Russian drones, missiles, at least 4 injured, Ukrainian officials say  ReutersRussia hits Kyiv with drones and ballistic missiles, killing 1 and injuring 31  NPRRussia launches huge drone attack on western Ukraine by NATO's border, killing six  Re…

Streeting expected to launch leadership bid, allies say, as PM warns any contest would cause 'chaos'  BBCKeir Starmer has failed. It is time for him to go  The TelegraphLabour has turned into the Conservative Party  The EconomistUK's Starmer faces biggest challenge yet …

What to Watch at Trump and Xi’s U.S.-China Summit  The New York TimesHow China Sent a Message to Trump on His Arrival  The New York TimesWatch Live: Trump meets with Chinese leader Xi in Beijing today as trade, tariffs and Taiwan loom over visit  CBS NewsTrump, Xi set f…

Big Supreme Court rulings loom on Trump, elections, citizenship: What to expect  USA TodaySee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Judge sentences Kouri Richins to life in prison for husband’s murder  The Salt Lake TribuneChildren’s book author Kouri Richins sentenced to life in prison without parole in fatal poisoning of husband  CNNKouri Richins Sentenced to Life in Prison for Poisoning Her Husband &n…

House passes bill to bolster ethanol sales  PoliticoUS House passes bill allowing year-round sales of E15 gasoline  ReutersAmerican Agriculture Can Lower Fuel Prices  WSJHouse Approves Year-Round Sale of Higher-Ethanol Gas  The New York TimesHere's what to kno…

Boss of NYC’s ‘secret Chinese police station’ convicted of acting as illegal ‘agent’  New York PostUS citizen convicted of running secret Chinese 'police station' in NYC  BBCNew York man found guilty of acting as an unregistered agent of China  The GuardianChinese Ameri…

A Billionaire’s Ad Barrage Has Upended the Georgia Governor’s Race  The New York TimesElection 2026 Georgia Governor  WV NewsGeorgia gubernatorial candidate echoes MS's late-Gov. Kirk Fordice  The Clarion-LedgerRick Jackson makes campaign stop in Statesboro  S…

Gunshots fired in standoff at Philippine Senate over ICC suspect  ReutersChaos in Philippines Senate as Duterte Ally Faces Arrest  The New York TimesGunshots fired in Philippine Senate, where senator wanted by ICC is resisting arrest  CNNGunfire heard at Philippine Sena…

"Monster wolf" robots in high demand to scare off bears in Japan after record number of attacks  CBS News2 Sets of Human Remains Found in Suspected Bear Attacks  People.comBlack bear sightings in Japan more than doubled in 2025  The Japan TimesBear Sightings Surge in Ja…

Benjamin Netanyahu says he made secret trip to UAE at height of Iran war  The GuardianIran war live: Tehran slams ‘collusion’ as Netanyahu ‘secretly’ visits UAE  Al JazeeraIsrael Says Netanyahu Made a Secret Trip to U.A.E., Which Says He Didn’t  The New York TimesUAE de…

Kouri Richins sentenced to life without parole  NewsNationChildren’s book author Kouri Richins sentenced to life in prison without parole in fatal poisoning of husband  CNNKouri Richins Sentenced to Life in Prison for Poisoning Her Husband  The New York TimesSon of Kour…

Prosecutors to retry Alex Murdaugh in deaths of wife and son after high court overturned convictions  AP NewsAlex Murdaugh Murder Convictions Overturned by South Carolina’s Top Court  The New York TimesAlex Murdaugh's double-murder conviction overturned on appeal, new trial order…

Remains of 2nd U.S. soldier who went missing in Morocco have been recovered  NPRBody of second U.S. soldier who went missing amid training exercise recovered in Morocco  CBS NewsPress Release - US Army recovers, identifies second Soldier near Cap Draa, Morocco; search  …

Niall Ferguson: Trump Wants Détente. Xi Wants Taiwan.  The Free PressTaiwan anxiously eyes Trump’s summit in China, with $14 billion in US arms sales up in the air  CNNWhy Taiwan is a major flashpoint between the U.S. and China as Trump meets with Xi  CBS NewsTrump-Xi s…

NY Rep. Mike Lawler recounts antisemitic insults from Rand Paul’s son at DC bar  Courthouse NewsSen. Rand Paul’s Son William Hurled Antisemitic Insults at Rep. Mike Lawler  News of the United States - NOTUSRand Paul’s son apologizes for antisemitic and anti-gay rant after accosti…

Warsh Confirmed as Next Federal Reserve Chair  The New York TimesKevin Warsh confirmed as Fed chair, succeeding Jerome Powell  CNNWhy Warsh's Democrat problem could come back to bite him  PoliticoAnalysis: Trump finally gets his man at the Fed. Will Kevin Warsh disappoi…

Court overturns Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions in deaths of wife, son  The Washington PostAlex Murdaugh Murder Convictions Overturned by South Carolina’s Top Court  The New York TimesSouth Carolina Supreme Court overturns Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions in deaths of wife a…

Utah Children’s Book Author Who Poisoned Husband Will Spend Life in Prison  The New York TimesChildren’s book author Kouri Richins sentenced to life in prison without parole in fatal poisoning of husband  CNNSon of Kouri Richins, Utah author convicted of murder, reveals new detai…

War in Iran costs $29 billion so far. And, students are finally improving in math  NPRIran pins blame for oil spill as Pentagon reveals new cost of war  Fox NewsOpinion | Would You Trust Pete Hegseth With $1.5 Trillion of Your Money?  The New York TimesLive updates: Cos…

Reading, math scores are sliding nationwide. These Pa. school districts are bucking the trend  90.5 WESAWhy U.S. Test Scores Are in a ‘Generation-Long Decline’  The New York TimesPandemic recovery is uneven across Mass. school districts, per new study  WBURAmid national…

White House cuts $1.3 billion in Medicaid payments to California  PoliticoVance announces suspension of $1.3 billion in Medicaid payments to California  NBC NewsTrump administration freezes new Medicare enrollments for hospice and home health agencies  WXIIJD Vance thre…

‘I don’t think about Americans’ financial situation,’ says Trump amid Iran talks  The GuardianIs Trump Tuned Out to Americans’ Financial Needs? A Remark Suggests Yes.  The New York TimesTrump says he’s not thinking about Americans’ finances ‘even a little bit’ in Iran talks …

Remains of 2nd US soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered  AP NewsPress Release - US Army recovers, identifies second Soldier near Cap Draa, Morocco; search  europeafrica.army.milBody of soldier who went missing in Morocco during training…

The superpower versus the rising power  NBC NewsFuturistic Beijing flaunts its high-tech ambitions to Trump  The Washington PostChina First: As Trump Meets Xi, How Beijing Sees the World Now  Time MagazineChinese Hegemony Might Be Happening  Foreign PolicyWill…

Top Democrat calls newly confirmed Fed chair Kevin Warsh a ‘sock puppet’ for Trump – live  The GuardianTrump Live Updates: President Arrives in China For Xi Meeting; Bid to End Iran War is Blocked  The New York TimesKevin Warsh confirmed as Fed chair, succeeding Jerome Powell&nbs…

Facing headwinds at home, Trump signals eagerness to make deals at China summit  The Washington PostTwo of the World’s Most Powerful Men Are About to Meet  The New York TimesTrump’s disappearing China hawks  PoliticoTrump arrives in Beijing to meet with China's Presiden…

Why the Bombing of Iran Tied the U.S. More Closely to China  The New York TimesChina gains major edge on U.S. amid Iran war, intelligence report finds  The Washington PostTrump wants China's help on Iran. Beijing may have other ideas  ReutersThe shadowy network of Chine…

'Too dangerous to ever be free' - Utah mum who poisoned husband sentenced to life  BBCChildren’s book author Kouri Richins sentenced to life in prison without parole in fatal poisoning of husband  CNNAuthor who wrote kids' book about grief gets life without parole for killing hus…

Louisiana Senate committee drops one of two majority-Black districts in advancing map  Louisiana IlluminatorLouisiana’s redistricting rush ignites debate over race and representation  PBSLouisiana lawmakers advance new 5-1 congressional map that favors Republicans  CBS …

ICE Detains Ex-Kansas Mayor Joe Ceballos Who Voted Illegally  The New York TimesSupporters rally as Coldwater mayor surrenders to ICE in Wichita  KWCHICE begins deportation process for former Kansas mayor who committed election crimes  Kansas ReflectorFormer Coldwater m…

Utah grief author convicted in husband’s poisoning death to be sentenced  NBC NewsKouri Richins, who wrote a children's book about grief after murdering husband, sentenced to life without parole  YahooUtah Children’s Book Author Who Poisoned Husband Will Spend Life in Prison&nbsp…

Kids are in a ‘reading recession,’ as test scores continue to decline  AP NewsLook Up Your School District’s Test Scores  The New York TimesUS students performing worse in school than 10 years ago: Report  YahooKids' test scores began declining way before COVID. These s…

Alleged Cambridge gunman was released from psychiatric hospital 3 days before shooting  WBURFamily of Memorial Drive shooting victim says he is a father of eight and is focused on healing from the attack  The Boston GlobeTrooper who helped take down Memorial Drive gunman identifi…

Trump’s plan to use his library as a hotel sparks lawsuit  The Washington PostMiami residents sue Trump, claiming Florida land gift for library unconstitutional  PoliticoLocals sue to block prime Miami land from becoming Trump presidential library  CNNA New Low? Preside…

Senator Confronts Keystone Kash With Booze Test Ultimatum  The Daily BeastKash Patel Denies Lying and Excessive Drinking in Heated Exchanges With Democrats  The New York TimesKash Patel and the Trump administration’s mockery of congressional hearings  CNNVan Hollen post…

Trump's Inner Circle Is Already Scrambling Over the 2028 Presidential Ticket  WIREDVance confronted over 2028 ambitions after Trump teases 'dream team' Rubio ticket  Fox NewsVance jokes him and Rubio are on ‘The Apprentice’  PoliticoVance deflects questions about Rubio,…

Chaos in Philippines Senate as Duterte Ally Faces Arrest  The New York TimesGunfire breaks out in Philippine Senate where authorities tried to arrest a senator  PBSGunshots heard in Philippine Senate, where senator wanted by ICC is resisting arrest  CNNSituation in the …

Trump, Xi to weigh tariff cuts on $30 billion of imports in managed trade push  ReutersFactbox-What are China's current tariffs on US energy and agriculture goods  YahooTrump trade chief says US wants balanced trade, not change to China’s system  South China Morning Pos…

Trump urged to rule out ‘unlawful’ Cuba takeover and stop using Guantánamo Bay for migrant detention  The GuardianSenate Republicans warn Trump against Cuba military attack  The HillTrump is growing impatient as Cuban regime clings to power  NBC NewsTrump and Rubio's es…

Netanyahu made secret visit to UAE to meet with country's president  CBS NewsNetanyahu Made a ‘Secret Visit’ to U.A.E. During Iran War  The New York TimesNetanyahu made secret visit to UAE during Iran war  Financial TimesNetanyahu visited UAE in ‘secret’ during US-Israe…

Kevin Warsh wins Senate confirmation as the next Federal Reserve chair  CNBCTrump Live Updates: President Arrives in China For Xi Meeting; Bid to End Iran War is Blocked  The New York TimesWho is Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh?  SFGATEWhy Warsh's Democrat problem could c…

Alex Murdaugh will get a new murder trial. Here's a timeline of his case  NPRProsecutors to retry Alex Murdaugh in deaths of wife and son after high court overturned convictions  YahooCourt overturns Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions and orders new trial  CNNAlex Murda…

Stephen Cloobeck, billionaire and ex-California gubernatorial candidate arrested in West Hollywood, authorities say  ABC7 Los AngelesEx-Democratic California gubernatorial candidate Stephen Cloobeck arrested in L.A. County  KTLALA-area billionaire and Eric Swalwell donor Stephen …

Donald Trump’s plan to discuss Taiwan arms sales with Xi Jinping rattles Asian allies  Financial TimesTaiwan anxiously eyes Trump’s summit in China, with $14 billion in US arms sales up in the air  CNNAs Trump heads to China, past US flubs on US policy toward Taiwan can be a warn…

Republican resistance to Iran war grows in the Senate as Murkowski flips  AP NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Exclusive: US freezes Medicare enrollments for new home healthcare and hospice providers  ReutersWhite House freezes new Medicare enrollments for hospice and home health agencies  Los Angeles TimesTrump administration pauses new hospice and home health providers’ enrollment in Me…

Gunshots fired in Philippine Senate, where senator wanted by ICC is resisting arrest  CNNBato dela Rosa: Ex-Philippine leader Duterte's drug war enforcer escapes ICC arrest  BBCChaos in Philippines Senate as Duterte Ally Faces Arrest  The New York TimesGunfire heard at …

Live Updates: Iran says it's ready to repel new U.S. attack with peace talks stalled as Trump arrives in China  CBS NewsHow the Trump-Xi meeting became ‘the shrinking summit’  PoliticoWhat to Watch at Trump and Xi’s U.S.-China Summit  The New York TimesLive updates: Sen…

The South Carolina Republican Who Defied Trump on Redistricting  The New York TimesSouth Carolina Republicans block plan to eliminate Clyburn’s House seat  The Washington PostSouth Carolina Senate rejects effort to tackle redistricting despite pressure from Trump  NBC N…

Independent’s signature forces House vote on Ukraine aid  PoliticoDemocrats bypass Mike Johnson on Ukraine aid with GOP help  AxiosUkraine bill heading to the floor after discharge petition wins 218th signature  The HillUS House members defy leadership, to force vote on…

Princess Kate visits Italy in first official overseas trip since cancer treatment  CNNSee Princess Kate's Italy trip, first overseas visit since cancer treatment  USA TodayCatherine to return to overseas visits with Italy trip  BBCDetails revealed of Kate's first overse…

What CEOs from Tesla, Nvidia and over a dozen other companies hope to gain by joining Trump in China  MarketWatchNvidia C.E.O. Jensen Huang Hitches Ride With Trump to China After Last-Minute Invite  The New York TimesAI & Tech Brief: Nvidia CEO joins China trip  The Was…

Alex Murdaugh Murder Convictions Overturned by South Carolina’s Top Court  The New York TimesAlex Murdaugh Trial Clerk ‘Placed Her Fingers On The Scales Of Justice’ To Secure Book Deal  ForbesAlex Murdaugh's double murder conviction unanimously overturned by South Carolina Suprem…

Kids' test scores began declining way before COVID. These schools are making gains  NPRWhy U.S. Test Scores Are in a ‘Generation-Long Decline’  The New York TimesAnatomy of a ‘Learning Recession’: Academic Losses Began in 2013, Report Finds  The 74Texas students are sti…

The key measures in the King's Speech  BBCKing’s Speech Comes at an Awkward Time for Starmer  The New York TimesKing Charles III lays out U.K. government agenda as Starmer’s job hangs in the balance  Los Angeles TimesKing’s speech might be the last word on Starmer as re…

‘Irresponsible’: backlash as Utah approves datacenter twice the size of Manhattan  The GuardianWater rights request for massive Box Elder data center withdrawn after thousands of Utahns file protests  The Salt Lake TribuneWhy Utah residents are protesting a massive AI data center…

Keystone Kash Uncorks Online Meltdown After Embarrassing Drinking Questions  The Daily BeastTakeaways from FBI Director Kash Patel’s defensive Hill testimony  CNNVan Hollen posts alcohol use test results after challenging Patel to take survey  The HillKash Patel lashes …

10,000 rulings: The courts’ overwhelming rebuke of Trump’s ICE policies  PoliticoPhilly-based appeals court appears divided over ICE policy of detaining nearly all undocumented immigrants  Inquirer.comJudges Humiliate Trump by Ruling Against ICE 10,000 Times  The Daily …

Ex-gubernatorial candidate Stephen Cloobeck arrested in Los Angeles County  Los Angeles TimesFormer Democratic donor and candidate arrested in Los Angeles area  PoliticoInsiders release details of billionaire playboy Stephen Cloobeck’s arrest — and the extent of his alleged crime…

Nebraska Democratic Senate primary winner says she’ll drop out to support independent in general election  The Guardian4 Takeaways From Tuesday’s Primaries in Nebraska and West Virginia  The New York TimesNebraska Dem who will drop out and support Dan Osborn wins Senate primary -…

Bato dela Rosa: Ex-Philippine leader Duterte's drug war enforcer escapes ICC arrest  BBCChaos in Philippines Senate as Duterte Ally Faces Arrest  The New York TimesGunfire breaks out in Philippine Senate where authorities tried to arrest a senator  Anchorage Daily NewsG…

Princess Catherine arrives in Italy on first solo trip abroad after cancer goes into remission  AP NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Britain Has Had 5 Leaders in a Decade. Is It About to Get Another?  The New York TimesDoes it seem as if almost anyone could be Britain’s next prime minister? Blame David Cameron | Zoe Williams  The GuardianBritain isn’t ungovernable, our inept leaders just aren’t up to the job&n…

US producer prices post biggest gain in four years as inflation rises broadly  ReutersAmerica is in for yet another long spell of price pain  CNNWholesale inflation jumps 6% in April on annual basis, biggest increase since 2022  CNBCWholesale Prices Jumped in April, in …

Trump arrives in China ahead of crucial Xi meeting  CNNHow the Trump-Xi meeting became ‘the shrinking summit’  PoliticoWhat’s at stake as Trump meets with China's President Xi for high-level summit  KOMOTrump-Xi Meeting Live Updates: Trump Arrives in China for High-Stak…

Trump faces barrage of Democratic counter-proposals on gas tax  AxiosWhat You Need to Know About the Federal Gas Tax  The New York TimesWhat a gas tax suspension could mean for drivers  Los Angeles TimesGas tax holiday as Trump promises? Not so fast, trucking, construct…

Is the U.S. slipping into 'Competitive Authoritarianism?'  NPR

4 Takeaways From Tuesday’s Primaries in Nebraska and West Virginia  The New York TimesNebraska Democratic Senate primary winner says she’ll drop out to support independent in general election  The GuardianDemocrats pick Nebraska Senate nominee who could drop out and back independ…

Trump’s MAGA Makeover Project Hit by Embarrassing New Leaks  The Daily BeastReflecting Pool Repairs Appear Uneven and Behind Schedule, Officials Say  The New York TimesTrump attacked his foes for rising project costs. Now he’s dismissing the price of his own  MS NOWTrum…

Alabama jail staff didn’t help when she went into labor — other inmates did, lawsuit says  NBC News

Starmer’s job hangs in the balance as King Charles lays out UK government’s agenda  AP NewsKing’s Speech Comes at an Awkward Time for Starmer  The New York TimesKing Charles III lays out UK government agenda as Starmer's job hangs in the balance  Dallas News'Bond market…

PM has 'full confidence' in Streeting, No 10 says, as health secretary's allies expect him to launch challenge  BBCWho could replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Britain’s prime minister?  CNNWes Streeting plans to resign and mount leadership challenge, allies say &nbsp…

Are These the Bones of the Fourth Musketeer? This Dutch Village Hopes So.  The New York Times

Higher gas prices sent wholesale inflation soaring last month, likely signaling more pain ahead for consumers  CNNWholesale inflation jumps 6% in April on annual basis, biggest increase since 2022  CNBC‘Tabasco hot’: Prices for businesses spike, adding to growing inflations conce…

How the Trump administration has undermined the fight against public corruption  NPRTrump pardon recipients face congressional investigation over "pay-to-play" questions  CBS NewsEveryone Pardoned By Trump With Political Or Financial Ties To White House—As Democrats Investigate&n…

Mayor Mamdani pitches more than $1 billion in education cuts, housing savings to fill budget hole  GothamistMayor Zohran Mamdani says New York City has balanced budget for FY 27; avoids property tax increase  ABC7 New YorkMamdani, Hochul announce another $4 billion from state to …

FBI Director Kash Patel denies drinking allegations in heated Senate exchange  AP NewsKash Patel Denies Lying and Excessive Drinking in Heated Exchanges With Democrats  The New York TimesTakeaways from FBI Director Kash Patel’s defensive Hill testimony  CNNPatel, Van Ho…

Starmer’s Peril Sets Up Stranger-Than-Ever UK King’s Speech  Bloomberg.comKing’s Speech Comes at an Awkward Time for Starmer  The New York TimesKing's Speech 'surreal' amid PM turmoil, say NI MPs  BBCLive updates: Starmer’s job hangs in the balance as King Charles lays …

Stock Market Today: Wholesale Prices Flash Another Warning Sign on Inflation — Live Updates  WSJWholesale inflation jumps 6% in April on annual basis, biggest increase since 2022  CNBCProducer prices shot up 6%, adding to pressure on companies to raise prices for customers &…

Donald Trump to arrive in China for high-stakes meeting with Xi Jinping  BBCPomp and pageantry: For Chinese officials preparing for a Trump visit, every second counts  CNNTrump arrives in China with lowered ambitions, hoping for deals  The Washington PostIran War News L…

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer rejects mounting calls to resign, even from his own party  CBS NewsWes Streeting plans to resign and mount leadership challenge, allies say  The GuardianUK PM Starmer meets rival Streeting amid pledge to carry on governing  Al JazeeraCNB…

South Carolina Republicans block plan to eliminate Clyburn’s House seat  The Washington PostReactions pour in after South Carolina Senate fails to advance redistricting plan  KOMOThe South Carolina Republican Who Defied Trump on Redistricting  The New York TimesSouth Ca…

Alabama splits U.S. House primaries after court ruling; S.C. redistricting stalls  NPRSupreme Court clears path for Alabama to redraw congressional map  CBS NewsAlabama Governor Sets New Primary Elections for Four House Seats  The New York TimesGovernor Ivey Signs Speci…

Sons of Kouri Richins, author convicted of murdering husband, say they'd feel unsafe if she wasn't in prison  CBS NewsUtah mother who published book on grief scheduled for sentencing in husband's murder  KUTVSons of Utah woman convicted of murder worry she would hurt them if she …