News on Friday, May 15, 2026.

Staff Sgt. Negev Dagan killed in combat in southern Lebanon

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Editor's Notes: The Mossad has always been led by outsiders - comment

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Europe must remember the reason Eurovision was formed or risk losing it completely - editorial

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Judge bars Kars4Kids from advertising, saying it misled donors about Orthodox Jewish mission

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IDF prosecutors file indictment against terrorist who killed Yehuda Sherman in ramming attack

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Iran war tensions, oil shocks dominate BRICS talks in India

The BRICS bloc faces major challenges as foreign ministers meet in India, bringing Iran and the UAE face-to-face. The conflict in the Gulf and disruptions to oil supplies dominate the agenda.

Germany news: Merkel urges patience for Merz's coalition

Former Chancellor Angela Merkel says she thinks people need to have patience with the coalition government, amid widespread dissatisfaction. Meanwhile, Germany's men are celebrating Father's Day.

Latvia: Prime Minister Evika Silina resigns over handling of drone incidents after coalition ally's withdrawal

Evika Silina says she is resigning her post, following the defense minister's resignation and the coalition government's collapse amid controversy over Ukrainian drones aimed at Russia that landed in the Baltic country.

Japan: Saving elderly people from 'lonely deaths'

As Japanese society changes, many elderly people find themselves isolated and facing a "lonely death." Government agencies and private groups are working hard to give them a new lease on life.

Tunisia sliding into authoritarianism, experts say

The Tunisian government is ramping up pressure on opposition figures, journalists and civil society — raising fresh fears of deepening repression and the steady dismantling of democracy.

World Cup final halftime show will feature Madonna, Shakira and BTS

Three major performers from pop, past and present, will perform during halftime of the World Cup final this year. The Superbowl-style pageant will eat into the time to analyze the biggest football game in four years.

Iran war tests India's multi-alignment diplomacy

New Delhi is proud of its carefully balanced ties with rival nations in the Middle East. But this diplomatic strategy might be reaching its breaking point.

Angela Merkel rejects 'male-killing' label as 'absurd'

Germany's first female chancellor, Angela Merkel, has spoken about her rise to the top. She rejected accusations that she ruthlessly pushed aside male rivals as "baseless."

Who is Mario Draghi, this year's Charlemagne Prize winner?

The Charlemagne Prize honors those who advance European unity. This year's winner is Italy's Mario Draghi, a former European Central Bank chief and a key architect of European stability during a time of economic crisis.

German intelligence offices snub US-based Palantir software

Germany's domestic intelligence agency has reportedly chosen a data analysis system from France, instead of US-based Palantir. Civil society has welcomed the move, but says more must be done.

Lab-grown Tyrannosaurus leather: More chicken than dinosaur?

A handbag is promoted as the "world's first T. rex leather product." But scientists are questioning its authenticity.

UK: Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigns, likely in bid to topple PM Keir Starmer

Two Labour Party politicians have positioned themselves to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the leadership. Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigned, and Angela Rayner said her tax affairs were back in order.

Cuba's power grid 'critical' as US blocks fuel shipments

Protests flared in Havana amid widespread power outages. Cuba's energy minister says fuel has "run out" as a four-month US oil blockade chokes off energy supplies.

Corruption in Ukraine: Will this scandal reach Zelenskyy?

A drawn-out corruption affair in Ukraine is widening, with authorities now taking action against Andriy Yermak, the former head of the presidential office. Will this scandal reach all the way to President Zelenskyy?

Ukraine: Over 20 dead as Russian strikes pound Kyiv

Russia has unleashed a massive volley of missiles and drones at Ukrainian cities for the third day in a row, with the latest strikes hitting a Kyiv apartment block.

Trump praises strong Xi ties as Beijing trip wraps up

President Donald Trump stressed his 'good relationship' to China's leader Xi Jinping despite deep differences on Iran and Taiwan. Follow DW for more.

Iran says Chinese ships passed through Hormuz overnight

Chinese-flagged vessels were among over 30 ships that crossed the waterway, according to Iran's revolutionary guard. The statement comes as Trump tries to rally Beijing against Tehran during a state visit.

How international student tuition fees vary across Europe

A French government plan to charge students from outside the EU 16 times more than previously have stoked discontent. But how does this compare to the rest of Europe, both inside the EU and out?

Dead whale spotted off the coast of Denmark

It was not immediately clear if the whale was Timmy, the humpback whale that captivated Germany for weeks while getting stranded multiple times off the German coast.

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Honda scales back aggressive EV push, overhauling fundamental strategy

Xi warns Trump that handling Taiwan issue 'poorly' risks a 'clash'

Singapore Airlines expects 'full impact' of fuel cost in fiscal 2026-27

Japan's Miki House kidswear finds right fit in US luxury market

Omron's AI unit hunts for rare diseases in data on 50m Japanese patients

Andreessen Horowitz to open Japan office by summer, co-founder tells Takaichi

Japan ride-hailing app Go to launch Tokyo market's largest IPO this year

US startup Axiom Space to set up Japan unit with astronaut at helm

Japan banks eye Anthropic's Mythos in gearing up cybersecurity drive

Trump's Latin American domino play blocks out China

Suzuki set to pass Honda as Japan's No. 2 automaker, driven by India

Yen tests post-intervention low as Iran war, US rate uncertainty lift dollar

Philippines no longer military 'weakling' but buildup has far to go

Modi tours UAE, 4 European nations, with energy security in mind

Trump and Xi aim to nail down results in second day of talks

How a year of China's rare-earth controls is reshaping supply chains

Solomon Island lawmakers pick China-cautious Matthew Wale as new PM

China's Leapmotor woos Germans with $57 monthly EV lease

Trump-Xi summit live: Leaders meet again as Beijing cites 'new consensuses'

Toyota plans to build $2bn Texas assembly plant

Plainedge junior Jaxson Torres turning heads with back-to-back no-hitters

The moments were exciting, but nothing new for the 17-year-old.

Hong Kong privacy watchdog slams Canvas owner for paying ransom to hackers

Hong Kong’s privacy watchdog has condemned the owner of an education platform for paying a ransom to hackers who stole individuals’ personal data across 9,000 institutions worldwide, arguing that the money should have been spent on strengthening cybersecurity. Privacy Commissione

One dead and two ill after meningitis cases

Agencies said the risk to pupils and the wider public following the cases of meningitis remains low.

‘He’s a certainty’: Former India head coach backs Sanju Samson as India T20I captain

Cedric Alexander becomes new TNA X Division champion, crushing Leon Slater's history-making attempt

Cedric Alexander ends Leon Slater's historic X Division Championship reign, and Fabian Aichner emerges as a new challenger on TNA "Impact" Thursday.

Small medical plane crashes in New Mexico mountains, Killing 4

Why are so many U.S. CEOs in China with Trump, and what do they want?

More than a dozen American CEOs are accompanying President Trump on his trip to China. That's not unusual.

The ‘$100 per head plot’: How a 22-year-old Indian ran a human smuggling ring in New York

Japan's Q1 GDP likely rose on firm exports

Petrol, diesel prices hiked by ₹3 across all variants

The latest price hikes extend to both the regular variants of petrol and diesel alongside the premium and high-octane products

Sister speaks after brother's cold case disappearance is reopened

Head Hunters gang prospect Andrew Maaka, 29, was last seen at a Guy Fawkes party at the gang's West Auckland pad in 1991.

Iran US War News LIVE Updates: ‘I am not going to be much more patient,’ Trump warns Tehran

China to buy U.S. oil to feed its 'insatiable appetite,' Trump tells Fox News

Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to meet Friday to close out a two-day summit that has featured pageantry and dealmaking.

Long-awaited Te Ara Tupua cycling and walking path to open to public

A $348 million walking and cycling path between Ngauranga and Petone will open to the public on Saturday.

Read the full transcript: Secretary of State Marco Rubio interviewed by ‘NBC Nightly News’ anchor Tom Llamas

Rubio spoke about Iran, Taiwan, Cuba and more during President Donald Trump’s trip to Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

From Confucius to Tsinghua: Trump invokes history to anchor China-US future

Against the backdrop of ceremonial grandeur at the Great Hall of the People on Thursday, US President Donald Trump leaned on centuries of shared history to set the stage for the future of China-US relations. In his state banquet address capping a long day of talks, tourism and to

Jesse Rowe supports her daughter backstage at Australian Fashion Week

Allegra Overton has walked in a couple shows at Australian Fashion Week, with her mum Jesse Rowe by her side to support her.

Cathay Pacific debuts on Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 1986 – SCMP archive

Turnover soars as Cathay takes off By Jerry Norton This article was first published on May 16, 1986 Cathay Pacific Airways had a memorable take-off in the stock market yesterday, accounting for a massive $446 million worth of turnover, more than the combined value of all other sh

La reconstitution de l’arsenal balistique de l’Iran contredit la thèse d’une victoire écrasante des Etats-Unis

Selon des enquêtes du « New York Times » et du « Washington Post », la République islamique est parvenue à préserver une partie de ses stocks de missiles et de ses lanceurs.

How to watch ‘Dutton Ranch’ a ‘Yellowstone’ spinoff series premiere for free

The "Yellowstone" universe is continuing to expand.

Seized ship taken toward Iran as Trump and Xi agree on Strait of Hormuz

A ship was taken by unknown parties toward Iranian waters after an Indian-flagged vessel was attacked off Oman.

Trump China visit live: Beijing being ‘very pragmatic’ on Iran, says top US official, as Trump and Xi meet for final day of summit

<p>US official says it is important for Xi Jinping to have the strait of Hormuz open and is confident China will try to limit material support for Iran</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/14/trump-xi-jinping-meet-beijing-ahead-of-summit-trade-iran-wa

PM Modi UAE visit LIVE: PM Modi to embark on 5-nation trip

India and the UAE are expected to firm up two significant agreements to boost cooperation in areas of LPG and strategic petroleum reserves

'I don't see that happening': Bumrah on ODI captaincy after MI win

Jasprit Bumrah captained Mumbai Indians for the first time in IPL 2026, leading them to a six-wicket victory against Punjab Kings. This leadership role came in the absence of regular captains Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav. Bumrah, who has captained India in Tests and T20Is,

'The violence that I experience is not casual': Māori women tell Waitangi Tribunal of abuse

The tribunal has heard of the harm directed at Māori women in public positions, including online abuse, stalking and threats of physical violence.

Saca Pachuca m�nima ventaja ante Pumas en la Semifinal

Un gol de Oussama Idrissi le dio a Pachuca el triunfo en casa 1-0 sobre Pumas, en la ida de la Semis; la vuelta se jugar� el domingo en CU.

The cool crew in Chennai

During summer, across Chennai, resident welfare associations in several neighbourhoods are stepping up summer relief efforts for conservancy workers, delivery personnel and other essential staff through drinking water kiosks and buttermilk distribution

Striking students call on the government to do more to fight climate change

The students' efforts weren't appreciate by the Associate Education Minister - who hoped their absence from school would be marked "unjustified".

‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ LA premiere red carpet: Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver and more

See all the stars at the premiere of "The Mandalorian and Grogu" in Los Angeles.

Hantavirus cruise ship passengers touch down in Perth

Six passengers from a cruise ship struck down by the hantavirus have touched down in Perth after the government secured a plane to fly them back from the Netherlands on Thursday night.

‘We are not in Trump’s America’: migrant groups say Angus Taylor in race to bottom with far right

<p>Prime minister claims Coalition imitating One Nation’s policies as refugee advocacy group warns migrants ‘should not be used as scapegoats’</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/may/15/australia-news-live-delta-goodrem-eurovision-budget-re

Delta Goodrem reaches Eurovision grand final after fiery performance

Delta Goodrem has performed her pop ballad Eclipse at Eurovision in Vienna, the 11th time Australia has appeared at the music extravaganza.

Australia news live: defection speculation as ex-Liberal senator Hollie Hughes prepares to host Pauline Hanson at her NSW pub

<p>Hughes quit the Liberal Party in November, and was strongly critical of her former colleagues for undermining then-leader Sussan Ley. Follow today’s news live</p><ul><li><p>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl">breaking news email</a>, <a

Emails show FBI Director Kash Patel's Hawaii trip included 'VIP snorkel' at a Pearl Harbor memorial

Former FBI directors have visited Pearl Harbor on official business, but none going back to at least 1993 has gone snorkelling at the memorial.

After Trump’s pledge to ‘open up’ China, low expectations for summit deal

Washington and Beijing expected to extend trade truce, but analysts see only modest breakthrough in strained ties.

The champion’s dinner slight fueling Martin Kaymer’s early PGA Championship tear after long path back

You’re not alone if you are surprised to see Martin Kaymer at the top of the leaderboard after the opening round of the PGA Championship.

Breaking: Hantavirus cruise passengers arrive in Australia

A flight carrying five Australians and one New Zealander who were on board the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship has landed in an air force base in Perth.

Air India losses widen to over US$2 billion amid geopolitical disruptions

Singapore Airlines, which holds a 25 per cent stake in Air India, disclosed the figure in its annual report released on Thursday (May 14), citing airspace restrictions, supply chain constraints and higher fuel prices as key headwinds.

Trump wraps up visit to China after talks on trade, stern words on Taiwan

President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping conclude their summit in Beijing on Friday as both countries look to claim the visit as a win.

Governance crisis

<p>WITH the war in the Middle East, Karachi’s strategic importance has once again come to the fore. Recent <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/1986107/pakistani-ports-emerge-as-safe-trade-hub">data </a>shared by the Karachi Port Trust revealed that the Karachi Port handled at leas

Salud, educaci�n y vivienda son derechos, dice CSP a Bono

La Presidenta Sheinbaum reivindic� la salud, educaci�n y la vivienda como derechos ante Bono, que se dijo sorprendido por sus logros.

Trump says China ‘impressed’ by Iran war, hints at Beijing resuming US oil imports

President Donald Trump claimed that Chinese President Xi Jinping was “impressed” by the U.S.’s performance in its war with Iran and that it may soon resume imports of oil from the United States. Speaking with Fox News’s Sean Hannity after his meeting with the Chinese leader, Trum

Vanderbilt commit Aiden Ruiz could see his MLB draft ‘dream’ soon come true

Stony Book's Aiden Ruiz has lots of noise around his name ahead of the 2026 MLB draft in July.

What happens to those who say no to fighting wars?

Al Jazeera’s @avawarrinerr explains what it means for people who object to fighting in wars today.

Free and fair elections can happen only if there are independent Election Commissioners, SC says

Top court questions neutrality of Prime Minister-led selection panel for Election Commissioners

ICE releases wife of U.S. Army soldier after month-long detention

ICE has released the wife of an active-duty U.S. soldier after a month in detention, her husband told CBS News.

Check new fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, other cities as petrol, diesel prices hiked

Petrol, diesel prices hiked: The hike in fuel prices comes after PM Modi urged nation to reduce consumption of fuel in backdrop of US-Iran war.

Middle East live: Trump says he won’t 'be much more patient’ with Iran

US President Donald Trump ​said he would not be ​much ‌more ⁠patient with ‌Iran as he urged Tehran ⁠to reach a deal ​with Washington. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments in the Middle East.

Lawmakers decry slow internet in National Assembly, across country

<p><strong>• MNAs complain poor connectivity affecting parliament’s paperless mechanism<br>• Minister assures them spectrum auction will address problem<br>• Concerns raised over digital harassment, online fraud</strong></p> <p>ISLAMABAD: Several members of the National Assembly

Agree ‘100%’ with Xi Jinping that U.S. was on decline, but under Joe Biden: Donald Trump

U.S. President said the U.S. “suffered immeasurably with open borders, high taxes, transgender for everybody, men in women's sports, Diversity-Equity-Inclusion (DEI), horrible trade deals, rampant crime, and so much more!”

Trump offers little detail of his discussions with China’s Xi as leaders prepare to meet again in Beijing: Live updates

The two-day summit in Beijing has also featured discussions about the ongoing war in Iran, according to the White House

Citizens for better healthcare

<p><em>“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world: indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” — Margaret Mead.</em></p> <p>AS a nuclear state and the sole arbiter of global peace trying to avoid World War III, we need to pay equal atte

Oil prices jump after Trump says China agreed to buy U.S. crude following Xi talks

Oil prices rose Friday on news that China has agreed to purchase oil from America

The New York Times missed the mark on Israel and Eurovision

Claims that Israel manipulates Eurovision voting ignore the obvious reality: In a politicized contest, a concentrated bloc of supporters outweighs a scattered crowd of haters The post The New York Times missed the mark on Israel and Eurovision appeared first on The Times of Israe

Trump traded hundreds of millions in US securities, including Nvidia and Apple, in 2026

‘Detractors of peace’ campaigning against Pakistan, says Tarar

<p>ISLAMABAD: Infor­m­ation Minister Attaullah Tarar on Thursday lashed out at “coordinated negative information campaign… initiated from outside Pakistan” that was trying to discredit Pakistan’s role for sustainable peace in the region.</p> <p>In a post on his X handle, the mini

Dateline strikes huge gold zones beyond Californian pit shell

Dateline has hit ultra-wide gold intercepts outside its resource boundary and confirmed high-density rare earths targets at its Colosseum project in California.

AI to power medicines approvals but humans will still call the shots

This week’s budget revealed a number of ways the federal government is expected to use artificial intelligence to cut back on red tape. One expert says the benefits are "mostly good".

Pilots enhance representation of Pan-Asian creatives on screen

Four new web series touch on themes such as loneliness, cultural conflict, family feuds and artificial intelligence.

Top shares to buy: Stock recommendations for today - check list

Stock market recommendations: Bajaj Broking Research has chosen NMDC, and Jayaswal Neco Industries as the top stock picks for May 15, 2026. The brokerage has shared its target prices and time period to attain it. Let’s take a look:

Katie Porter’s sneaky power move in California governor’s debate — all candidates ranked

The fourth and final gubernatorial debate of the California primary brought a surprise.

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar hits out at ‘unilateral’ sanctions days before expiry of U.S.’ Russian oil waiver

U.S.’ second waiver on purchase of Russian crude oil is set to expire May 16; India’s oil imports from Moscow have surged to about 1.96 million barrels per day in May since the start of the month

Scottie Scheffler one of seven players tied for lead at PGA Championship

This was a quintessential Scottie Scheffler day.

NTA’s ₹448.21-crore surplus in spotlight after NEET-UG 2026 paper leak

Between 2018–19 and 2023–24, NTA collected ₹3,512.98 crore in application fees while spending ₹3,064.77 crore — 87.2% — on conducting examinations.

Pentagon’s ‘deal team six’ aims to challenge China’s grip on rare earth power

A new Pentagon unit is racing to break China's grip on rare earths with billions in financing and creative dealmaking, marking a far more aggressive U.S. industrial policy shift.

Iran-US war latest: Rubio warns president Trump won’t be pressured into ‘bad deal’ as Israel and Lebanon trade blows

‘We’re not going to let Iran use that [the US economy] as leverage,’ Rubio insisted

Police on alert as racketeers forge papers for organ trade

A State-wide raid held on May 8 exposed an extensive organ trade racket in which forged documents were used to bypass laws that plug loopholes in organ donation. Five cases were registered, nine people arrested, and fabricated documents seized. The illegal trade thrives on patien

Co-payment to reach 50% for prescription drugs similar to OTC ones in Japan

The current medical system has been criticized for allowing drugs that could be replaced by over-the-counter alternatives to be bought for cheaper through public health insurance.

Growth below target

<p>PAKISTAN’S <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/1999933">latest GDP figures </a>offer a picture of modest recovery. A projected growth rate of 3.7pc for the current fiscal falls short of the government’s original 4pc target. This is slightly less than even the lower bound of the

Toyota files to build $2 billion assembly line in Texas

Jumma Chumma vs Tamma Tamma: Bollywood plagiarised the same song twice, composers fought for credit

CIA chief visits Cuba as energy crisis worsens

The reported visit to Havana came after the US renewed an offer of aid to ease the effects of its oil blockade.

Terrorists hurl rocks at vehicles in West Bank, prompting search for attackers, IDF says

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Saif Ali Khan thought Sacred Games would be India’s Narcos: ‘Felt at home intellectually’

Petrol, diesel price hike LIVE updates: Check revised rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai

Petrol, diesel price hike LIVE updates: In Delhi, petrol prices were hiked to ₹97.77 per litre from ₹94.77, while diesel rates increased to ₹90.67 per litre from ₹89.67.

US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers

<img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/721153' alt='A member of the US Capitol police patrols following a vote in the US House of Representatives on a bipartisan war powers resolution aiming to stop O

Congress names Kerala chief minister after rare win

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US court suspends sanctions on UN Palestine expert

<p>WASHINGTON: A US jud­­ge has imposed a temporary injunction on sanctions imp­osed last year by Washington on a United Nations expert on the occupied Palestinian territories.</p> <p>UN Human Rights Council Special Rapporteur Fran­ce­sca Albanese was <a href="https://www.dawn.co

It’s been a long wait, but this reunion gig did not disappoint

This is the first tour Split Enz have done in almost 20 years – and their gig at Rod Laver Arena proved just why they’re so enduring.

The rise and fall of French presidents’ love lives

There are allegations about Emmanuel Macron's personal life, but the French have stopped caring.

WNBA cracking down on physical play during ‘feeling out period’ as league faces officiating scrutiny

PORTLAND, Ore. — The WNBA’s attempt to crack down on physical play this season has spurred frustration among some players, coaches and fans in the first week of action. But league officials believe this is just part of the “feeling out period” that’s inevitable with change. The f

Israel-Lebanon talks held in Washington as expiration of ceasefire nears

Al Jazeera's Manuel Rapalo reports from Washington, where the first of two days of Lebanon-Israel talks concluded.

Toll from India's Uttar Pradesh storms rises to 111

Small medical plane crashes in New Mexico mountains, killing all 4 people aboard

A small medical plane crashed in a mountain range outside Ruidoso, New Mexico, killing all four people aboard and sparking a wildfire in the surrounding forest

Sam Kerr to leave Chelsea at end of season

The 32-year-old has 16 goals in 29 ​appearances this season.

Paul Finebaum roasts Lane Kiffin for recent comments: "Trying to wipe Ole Miss off the map"

Paul Finebaum says LSU coach Lane Kiffin's racial diversity criticism of Ole Miss was motivated by bitterness over missing out on the College Football Playoff.

US agrees to settle lawsuit that accused an Indian billionaire of hiding an alleged bribery scheme

The U.S. government has agreed to settle a lawsuit against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani

Fijian Drua host NSW Waratahs in Suva for final home game of season

The Fijian Drua will host the NSW Waratahs in their last home game of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season in Suva on Saturday, as they continue to chase a playoff place.

Sydney ‘scammers’ nabbed buying $500K in gold bullion after bank tip-off

One of Australia’s big four banks alerted authorities to an alleged email scam, leading to the arrests of three people accused of turning its profits into gold.

Austerity Measures: Saini cuts official convoy size to four, asks ministers to limit fuel consumption

Giants 2026 NFL schedule takeaways: Easiest and toughest games

The full 2026 NFL schedule was released Thursday. Here is how the Giants schedule shapes up.

24-year-old councilman elected mayor of NJ town after incumbent fumbled response to warehouse fire

A baby-faced politician was named the mayor of a blue-collar New Jersey township just one week after the two-term incumbent botched the response to a 14-alarm fire that forced a mass evacuation.

Navy officer found not guilty of threatening to kill Afghan interpreter

The allegation came more than a decade after the supposed incident, with the defence arguing it never happened.

IMF highlights ‘Gulf exposure’ as biggest external risk for Pakistan

<p>ISLAMABAD: Following the <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/1998725">release </a>of a $1.1 billion tranche for Pakistan, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has identified Pakistan’s economic exposure to the Gulf Coope­ration Council (GCC) as its most acute external vulnerab

Kerala SSLC Result 2026 Live Updates: What are the official websites to check Kerala board Class 10th results?

US removes highly enriched uranium from Venezuelan research reactor

The United States, working with the United Kingdom and International Atomic Energy Agency, successfully removed highly enriched uranium from a Venezuelan research reactor. The operation was carried out by the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration. T

Jets 2026 NFL schedule takeaways: Easiest and toughest games

The full 2026 NFL schedule was released Thursday. Here is how the Jets schedule shapes up.

LA-based pro athletes on OnlyFans to afford lifestyle: “Pay for my kid’s food”

Loyola Marymount grad and Southern California beach volleyball pro Avery Poppinga turned to OnlyFans to cover annual competition costs.

Granite quarrying ‘kicking up dust’

The villages of Kuppam, Bangarupalem and Palamaner in Andhra Pradesh’s Chittoor district have been witnessing year-round granite mining activities. Although a regulatory system is in place, many operators resort to illegal quarrying which has repeatedly come under the scrutiny of

Karl-Anthony Towns staring down tougher challenge — regardless of who Knicks face

More change is awaiting Karl-Anthony Towns.

Trump Was Flattering, Xi Was Resolute. The Difference Spoke Volumes.

In contrast to his rhetoric about China at home, President Trump spoke in conciliatory terms with Xi Jinping, the Chinese leader.

Property expert warns negative gearing exemption is a trap

The friendly tax exemption which still allows newly-built homes to be negatively geared may be a "trap" for inexperienced investors.

Chip export controls not major topic in China talks: US trade chief

Jon Rahm apologizes after hitting volunteer with divot in 'inexcusable' lapse

Rahm rushed over to apologize after the lump of grass struck the man in the shoulder and face.

Man with swastika tattooed on leg arrested in Alice Springs

A 25-year-old man has been arrested and charged in Alice Springs for displaying a tattoo of a swastika on his leg.

WATCH: How a new drug could lengthen lives of pancreatic cancer patients

ABC News’ Linsey Davis explains the numbers behind a new pancreatic cancer treatment that almost doubles the prognosis for patients, and speaks to Dr. Brandon Huffman, whose team is behind the drug.

Massive 10-foot sinkhole nearly swallows car whole, closes 2 lanes on Long Island Expressway

Photos from the scene show a car’s entire lower-front half engulfed in the hole, with its bumper just hitting the edge -- enough to keep the car from fully falling inside.

Britney Spears’ son Jayden makes rare red carpet appearance at Dior show amid mom’s ‘outburst’ at LA restaurant

Jayden's pop star mom was allegedly seen acting erratically at a Los Angeles-based restaurant the same night.

68pc of passwords can be cracked within a day: report

<p>• Most compromised passwords either begin or end with digits<br>• Common symbols like ‘@’ and ‘.’ are heavily overused</p> <p>ISLAMABAD: An analysis of 231 million unique passwords leaked between 2023 and 2026 has revealed several alarming patterns, according to a report by cy

Election Commission begins third phase of SIR across 16 states, 3 UTs

The SIR exercise sparked controversy after 2.71 million people were removed from voter rolls in West Bengal during last month’s assembly poll

Rob Riggle shades Jets, Broncos in Chiefs schedule release — before Donna Kelce makes cameo

The Chiefs probably don't have to sell too many people on their brand or on attending their games, but they made sure to put their best foot forward.

Clean energy seen as ‘structurally immune’ to Hormuz-style shock

The war in Iran may ultimately strengthen the case for renewables.

State Highway 1 closed at Rakaia Bridge in Canterbury after serious crash

Motorists were advised to avoid the area as emergency services worked at the scene.

CIA Director John Ratcliffe meets with top Cuban officials in Havana

CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with top Cuban officials in Havana on Thursday, a CIA official said.

Japan’s aging anxieties fuel the disturbing logic of ‘The A-Care: Disusebody’

Amputation as eldercare makes for an unnerving premise, but Koki Yoshida's bleak drama is most effective in its quiet plausibility.

Ceasefire nation: Caught between war and peace, can Israelis move forward?

Day to day, most Israelis aren't living in wartime, but with shaky truces on 3 fronts and the possibility of conflict around the corner, psychologists say that isn't enough to heal The post Ceasefire nation: Caught between war and peace, can Israelis move forward? appeared first

Sci-fi or battlefield reality? Ukraine’s bet on swarm drones

<p>These are groups of drones that can act together and fulfil set tasks without human intervention.</p>

A non-smoker, 23-year-old thought her tongue ulcer to be an accidental bite: It was oral cancer

Roque buries OT winner as Victoire edge Charge in Game 1 of all-Canadian Walter Cup final

The Montreal Victoire have struck first blood in the all-Canadian Walter Cup final. Abby Roque scored early in overtime to give the Victoire a frantic 3-2 home win over the Ottawa Charge after Montreal's Nicole Gosling equalized with 2.1 seconds remaining in the third period.

Trump blames Biden for US ‘declining’ after Xi comments on ‘Thucydides trap’

President Trump late Thursday invoked his predecessor in attempting to explain comments by Chinese President Xi Jinping as the two leaders meet during a high-stakes visit, blaming former President Biden and his administration for the U.S.’s “decline.” “When President Xi very eleg

Post-matric scholarship scam: HC raps Punjab over delay in registering FIRs

Govt has not contacted PPP over any constitutional amendment: Bilawal

<p>ISLAMABAD: PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Thursday said that the government had not contacted him or his father, President Asif Ali Zardari, regarding a constitutional amendment.</p> <p>His remarks came amid media reports about the government’s intention to have the 28

Destroying Sanatana does not mean people should not go to temples, says Udhayanidhi Stalin

Mr. Udhayanidhi said equal rights should be given to everyone, not only in temples but in society as a whole

Argentina races to find origin of hantavirus contagion

<p>The two first known hantavirus victims had embarked on a sprawling voyage across Argentina and other places.</p>

Fuel gets costlier: Check latest petrol, diesel rates in your city and state after Rs 3 increase

Fuel prices have surged across India, with petrol now exceeding Rs 110 per litre in several states and diesel nearing Rs 100 in many regions. This hike, averaging Rs 3 per litre, follows sustained pressure from elevated global crude oil prices, exacerbated by the West Asia crisis

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2026 launch party red carpet: Alix Earle, Tiffany Haddish, Livvy Dunne and more

Scroll for the best looks from the night.

Trump says Xi agreed US became a ‘declining nation’ during Biden years

President Donald Trump turns Xi Jinping's apparent swipe at Western decline into an attack on Biden, saying the U.S. "suffered immeasurably" under the prior administration.

Third round of Israel-Lebanon peace talks 'productive, positive' so far, US official says

<img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/721151' alt='US Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa holds an "America is back" hat signed by US President Donald Trump next to Lebanon Ambassador to the US Nada Ha

'Love expanded': Actress Rebecca Lim welcomes second child, a baby girl

She gave birth to her baby girl last week, but the newborn only came home this week after medical checks in hospital.

Zimbabwe’s vivid English first names carry family histories, from Privilege to Shame

In Zimbabwe, first names like Have-A-Look, Handsome, Promise, Confidence and Trust carry deep significance

'Torturous for boxers': Drained Nikhat Zareen suffers shock trials exit

Two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen faced a shocking defeat in boxing trials, missing out on CWG and Asian Games. She revealed the immense physical and mental strain caused by a chaotic two-week preparation, citing administrative tussles between BFI and SAI as a major factor. D

Iran war energy shock drives interest in ethanol and other biofuels across hard-hit Asia

Nations across Asia are pushing for the use of more biofuels in transportation in order to slash dependence on imported fossil fuels, which have been disrupted by the Iran war

Manchester's 'King of the North' Andy Burnham seeks U.K. conquest

Election to parliament could potentially pave the way for Burnham to challenge British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and promote his brand of "business friendly socialism."

Saudi-Arabien und Emirate sollen Iran erstmals direkt angegriffen haben

Zwei Partner der USA sollen erstmals direkt iranisches Territorium attackiert haben. Laut einem Medienbericht richteten sich die Angriffe aus Saudi-Arabien und den Emiraten gegen mehrere Ziele im Iran. Offiziell bestätigt wurden die Angaben nicht.

‘Dispute over money’: Accused in Delhi bus gang-rape case tell cops; what we know so far

Delhi Police have apprehended the driver and conductor of a private sleeper bus. They are accused of raping a 30-year-old woman in Nangloi three days ago. The woman stated she boarded the bus late at night. The accused allegedly drove the vehicle to a secluded area and assaulted

Moscow pounds cities with over 1,500 drones in largest two-day aerial attack since war began

Zelensky says Kyiv is worst affected in overnight strikes targeting schools, a veterinary clinic and people's homes

Trinamool party office, clock tower demolished in West Bengal

A Kolkata Municipal Corporation team demolished a green clock tower in south Kolkata’s Garia area; in North 24 Parganas’ Naihati area, an illegal Trinamool party office was razed; authorities said the party office was constructed on land belonging to the Railways.

How a 3-legged dog and 3-legged cat found their forever home

Two animals with specials needs are adjusting to their new home in Maryland after recovering together at "Last Chance Animal Rescue." Photojournalist Parrish Smith shows us how Blueberry and Meadow found each other and their forever home.

Eduardo Bolsonaro nega que tenha usado dinheiro do Master para se bancar nos EUA

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Satsuki Katayama denies need for extra budget as yields rise

The finance minister said that a recent rise in yields on Japanese government bonds is part of a broader global trend.

The Papers: 'Starmer's battle begins' and 'Rivals'

The papers are dominated by Sir Keir Starmer's fight to stay on as prime minister.

The Colts channeled "The Simpsons" for their schedule release, and it's a masterpiece

The Indianapolis Colts released their 2026 NFL schedule in a brilliant "Simpsons"-themed video featuring iconic clips and hilarious NFL easter eggs.

Ladakh’s high-altitude Changthang region gets irrigation canal at 14,000 feet

Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena said the project would greatly benefit the people of Changthang by strengthening irrigation infrastructure, improving agricultural productivity and supporting the livelihoods of farmers and pastoral communities

Sweetly sentimental Steel Magnolias a delight of a play

The play Steel Magnolias is a romanticised yet heart-warming portrait of female friendship in a unique gathering place, and is much better than the film, by the way.

AFP uncover 14kg of cocaine hidden in fruit pulp at Melbourne Airport

Police say criminal syndicates are becoming more creative at concealing drugs within airport shipments.

Suspended Japan manager Eddie Jones no stranger to trouble during polarizing career

The Japan Rugby Football Union suspended its head coach for four games on Wednesday for "verbal abuse directed at local officials" during a recent Australia tour.

Victim on ‘trip of a lifetime’ before tourist bus rolled

The passengers on the bus to Airlie Beach were all tourists – including one woman who was killed in the rollover.

This group championed the NDIS. It says Labor is about to break its central promise

Central to concerns are new laws giving the minister of the day broad powers to make sweeping cuts to funding or therapies across entire sections of the NDIS.

One dead after bus crash south of Townsville

A woman has died and 13 people are in hospital after a bus crashed on a notorious stretch of the Bruce Highway in Queensland.

As the eldest daughter, I always knew I would care for my parents

As the eldest daughter in a Vietnamese family, it was an unspoken expectation I would be the one to care for my aging parents.

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Governo Lula avalia ampliar decreto sobre big techs com ag�ncia fiscalizando deveres previstos pelo STF

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Hormuz oil flows creep higher as more supertankers exit

Four ships each hauling 2 million barrels of mostly-Iraqi crude have exited since May 10 — a rate close to 2 million barrels a day — according to vessel tracking data.

Starmer’s week from hell: Inside the Number 10 bunker

With Keir Starmer fighting for his political life after the most perilous week of his premiership, the prime minister and his inner circle have been engaged in a desperate rearguard effort to shore up his position. This week on Westminster Insider, host Patrick Baker lifts the li

Iran is Europe’s war too, argues Trump’s former national security adviser

Iran hawk John Bolton gave short shrift to countries like Spain that have deliberately — and loudly — stayed out of the U.S. and Israeli-led conflict.

Geneva is paying the price of Trump’s retreat from the UN

Following U.S. budget cuts, the city’s international neighborhood faces decline.

Meloni’s justice ministry in turmoil as Berlusconi-era scandal resurfaces

The ministry of justice has been a magnet for trouble in recent months, including over a pardon for one of the ex-PM's former associates.

Two transatlantic powerbrokers: Europe should step up on Iran and double down on Ukraine

Welcome to the very first edition of the Brussels Playbook Week Ender. Anne McElvoy travels to the Copenhagen Democracy Summit, an annual event that brings together defenders of democracy in the Danish capital. As U.S. President Donald Trump visits China and the conflicts in Ukra

The bland and the brazen: Why this Labour implosion will not save a broken Britain

The contenders for Prime Minister Kier Starmer’s job all profess to have the solutions to the unfolding crisis. In fact, they are all part of the problem.

Neighbours describe chaos in fire that killed child, hurt six in Christchurch

A quiet street was woken by screams and frantic knocks at the door as a blaze tore through a home.

Restaurants turning back the clock to lure customers

Some restaurants are going retro to try to bring customers into dining rooms. Bradley Blackburn got a taste of how they're putting nostalgia - on the menu.

Steve Hilton tells Becerra to prepare ‘criminal defense’ over ex-aide’s corruption case

Republican California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton drew gasps from the California governor debate crowd after telling former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra to prepare his criminal defense in a corruption case. Trump-endorsed Hilton targeted one of the

Trump and Xi enter final day of talks with deals in sight and differences in play

Trump started his last day in Beijing with a social media post saying that US-China relations are good and getting better.

Trump sets sights on business deals in second day of talks with China’s Xi

The U.S. leader is aiming to secure deals in aviation, agriculture and AI, but has also signaled he hopes to make progress in the geopolitical arena, including on Iran.

Ukraine meldet 21 Tote nach russischem Angriff auf Kiew

Russland hat Kiew nach dem Ende der Waffenruhe massiv mit Drohnen und Raketen angegriffen. Die Zahl der Opfer steigt weiter – darunter sind auch drei Kinder. Die IAEA warnt derweil vor Aktivitäten nahe mehrerer ukrainischer Atomanlagen.

Outlaw bikie link to man kidnapped, found dead in Tarneit park

Police were already investigating the abduction of a man from South Morang when they were called to a body found in a park in Melbourne’s outer west.

Coast Guard seizes sailboat in Lynette Hooker's disappearance probe, sources say

The sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker​ in their travels around the Bahamas — named "Soulmate" — has been seized by U.S. Coast Guard investigators.

Rich harvest caught in procurement tangle

As Telangana’s rabi season enters a crucial phase, farmers are grappling with delayed crop procurement, shortage of transport vehicles and inadequate storage facilities. With untimely rains threatening farm produce lying under the open sky, many cultivators fear mounting losses a

North Texas man executed for 2004 killing of TCU professor

The execution came after a divided Supreme Court lifted a stay over his intellectual‑disability claims, clearing the way for Texas' 600th lethal injection since 1982.

China will order 200 Boeing jets, Trump tells Fox News

President Donald Trump told Fox News that China has agreed to buy 200 Boeing jets, according to a clip that aired Thursday.

Trump says ‘decimation’ of Iran’s army ‘to be continued’ after he and China’s Xi discuss Hormuz

Trump: US will get Iran's uranium, but we need it 'for public relations'; US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump's war powers; Netanyahu: 'The regime of terror in Iran is weaker than ever' The post Trump says ‘decimation’ of Iran’s army ‘to be continued’ after he and Chin

Setting room to press to exam hall: NEET paper trail is CBI probe focus

The second chance specialists offering prisoners a way out

After serving a sentence for fraud, a former inmate is providing female prisoners with support inside and hope on the outside.

Japan to order social media operators to combat misinformation in elections

Actions expected to be taken by social media operators include halting reward payments to users and improving their capacity to respond to content deletion requests.

‘It won’t count’: Cam McEvoy’s defiance ahead of Enhanced Games

The Olympic gold medallist’s world record time will be challenged by drug-enhanced athletes in banned supersuits in Las Vegas.

Habs reclaim series lead with 6-3 victory over the Sabres in Game 5

Captain Nick Suzuki and Jake Evans scored 68 seconds apart late in the second period, and the Montreal Canadiens defeated the Buffalo Sabres 6-3 on Thursday night to take a 3-2 lead in their second-round playoff series.

Latvian prime minister resigns after controversy over stray Ukrainian drones

Latvian center-right Prime Minister Evika Silina has resigned after losing support from the Progressives Party, her left-leaning coalition partner

‘I refuse to be intimidated’, says Delhi High Court judge, initiates contempt proceedings against Kejriwal, AAP leaders

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma directs that CBI’s plea be placed before another Bench; clarifying that she is not recusing herself from the matter; the judge says she had already delivered judgment on recusal plea and ‘stood by it’

OpenAI Trial Heads to Jury After Closing Arguments in Musk vs. Altman Case

Lawyers for Elon Musk and OpenAI made their closing arguments in the blockbuster federal trial on Thursday. Nine jurors are set to begin deliberations next week.

Matthew Wale, longtime opposition leader, is new Solomon Islands prime minister

Matthew Cooper Wale was elected as the Solomon Islands prime minister by secret ballot in Honiara on Friday.

Australia records first reported death from diphtheria in almost a decade

The Northern Territory has recorded the country's first reported death from diphtheria in almost a decade, as experts urge people to get vaccinated.

Think there’s nothing on in Sydney? These Sydneysiders will change your mind

Community-led gig guides are booming in popularity, so the Herald went to three gigs with guide operators to see why they’re a growing new front.

Red Fort blast part of al-Qaeda affiliated group's 'Heavenly Hind' operation, says NIA chargesheet

NIA, so far, has arrested 11 persons in the Red Fort blast case while a probe is on to track absconders.

South Korea’s Kospi retreats from 8,000 milestone as Trump-Xi talks enter second day

Asia-Pacific markets fell as investors tracked the second day of high-stakes talks between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.

70th edition of Auckland Boat Show underway as sector faces fuel challenges

The showrunner said rising fuel prices had impacted the industry.

Israeli nationalists mark annexation of East Jerusalem

Thousands of Israeli nationalists, including young boys, join crowds chanting death threats towards Palestinians while marching through Jerusalem Old City.

Bill banning under-16s from social media put on hold as Stanford looks at wider law change

Labour agreed to support a National MP's bill, but now a government minister says it's paused.

Powers of states to conduct NEET must be reinstated: K’taka CM

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah demands states regain power for medical exams after NEET-UG 2026 cancellation, citing concerns over rural students and exam integrity.

Montreal strippers plan strike for Formula One weekend

Trump brought top CEOs to Beijing but few big deals emerge

There was plenty of choreographed ceremonies but there no sweeping trade breakthrough as Trump met Xi in Beijing.

Chelsea heads into FA Cup final seeking redemption after tumultuous campaign

A win by Chelsea would ⁠end a horrible long losing streak in domestic finals, including a record three successive FA Cup finals

U.S. to drop graft charges against Gautam Adani: NY Times

Gautam Adani was alleged in November 2024 to have agreed to pay more than $250 million in bribes to Indian officials for lucrative solar-energy supply contracts

Petrol, diesel prices up by ₹3 per litre days after PM Modi's 'save' fuel' call

Petrol and diesel prices were raised by ₹3 per litre on Friday, after Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged people to work from home.

Itochu invests in San Francisco venture to chase anime merchandise demand

Following Itochu's investment, startup Octas will license Japanese characters and work with North American manufacturers and retailers to develop products.

ISI Kolkata teacher, neuroscientist, ‘Bangla Pokkho’ leader: The many faces of Garga Chatterjee

New Zealand in 'big trouble' amid growing global uncertainty, US-China relations, expert says

Thitinan Pongsudhirak suggests there's a bold move New Zealand could make.

'That is just so unfair': Boost Juice founder lashes budget tax reform

The multimillionaire Boost Juice founder has criticised the federal budget's tax changes.

Ngāti Ruanui demands apology for 'shameful' Shane Jones comments

Ngāti Ruanui says the Resources Minister's insult in Parliament was 'shameful'.

Two AIADMK factions submit disqualification petitions with speaker

AIADMK factions clash, seeking disqualification of each other's MLAs after a split over support for the ruling TVK government in Tamil Nadu.

Govt. staff to work from home twice a week as Delhi unveils austerity plan

Drive includes staggered office timings, ban on official foreign visits for one year; govt. will not purchase new petrol, diesel, CNG, or hybrid vehicles for 6 months, says CM; Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs pitches for ‘prudent mobility’

Work from home advisory, ‘Metro Day’, online classes: Delhi announces austerity measures

Drive includes staggered office timings, ban on official foreign visits for one year; govt. will not purchase new petrol, diesel, CNG, or hybrid vehicles for 6 months, says CM; Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs pitches for ‘prudent mobility’

White House scrambles for gas-price relief as Iran war drags on

Gasoline prices are averaging more than $4.50 a gallon nationwide, and historically, $4 per gallon has been a level that triggers public backlash and economic anxiety.

Bus tied to Delhi gangrape violated SC norms: 'Tinted windows, no tracker'

In 2012, the SC prohibited the use of black films or any other material (such as curtains) upon safety glass, window screens and side glass of all vehicles

Council staff launch legal action against mayor over bullying allegations

In another chaotic week at Liverpool Council, union workers faced off against Ned Mannoun amid claims the council was planning to cut 140 jobs.

Japan finance minister says G7 likely to discuss bond volatility next week

Takaichi to meet with South Korean President Lee on Tuesday

Takaichi and Lee are slated to meet at the president's hometown of Andong in North Gyeongsang Province.

Kerala SSLC Result 2026: How to check KBPE Class 10th results at DigiLocker?

Sat-Chi reflects on lack of appreciation comment, ‘90% positive reactions’

No car washes, no garden hoses, and maybe no swimming pools: How Mumbai’s housing societies are preparing for the water cut

How VD Satheesan edged out KC Venugopal for Kerala’s top post

Congress maintained that the high command dropped its plan to promote Venugopal as they felt it would go against the sentiments of the organisation.

Marathi signboard crackdown: BMC has collected over Rs 1 crore in fines, 395 shop owners went to court

Sajan Prakash’s quest to get one second better than his best

Is Trump behind Japan’s push for radical military spending hike?

Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is weighing a sharp rise in defence spending as pressure from US President Donald Trump and worsening security conditions in the Indo-Pacific force Tokyo to reconsider how much it must do to protect itself. The party is expected to de

3 ways to build Hong Kong’s yacht economy beyond infrastructure

Hong Kong is in a unique position to capitalise on yacht tourism – with over 1,000km of coastline and more than 200 islands, this natural advantage is something few international cities can match. Recent policy initiatives, ranging from new mooring developments to cross-boundary

Child dies, six in hospital after fire tears through home

Neighbours are shocked and heartbroken by the death, and have described massives flames.

What U.S. and China want out of talks between Trump and Xi

Chinese President Xi Jinping and President Trump are discussing a wide range of topics in Beijing, including Taiwan and the war with Iran. Henrietta Levin, a senior fellow with the Freeman Chair in China Studies at CSIS, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss what success would look

NBA tries justifying egregious, game-changing no-call in Pistons-Cavs in final seconds

The NBA says no foul occurred in the Cavaliers-Pistons Game 5 final seconds, but video and analysts suggest Jarrett Allen tripped Ausar Thompson.

Student leader to state head: Rise of VD Satheesan

Satheesan stood out from his party colleagues for taking a firm, uncompromising stand on those making hateful, communal speeches.

New Yellowstone spinoff "Dutton Ranch" centers on fan-favorite couple

Yellowstone actors Cole Hauser and Kelly Reilly are reprising their roles as the fan-favorite onscreen couple Rip Wheeler and Beth Dutton in the newest "Yellowstone" spinoff, "Dutton Ranch." CBS News' Julianne Ferreira has more.

'Never seen anything like it': Fuel prices rocket upwards, food stays flat

The price of fuel and transport has skyrocketed while food costs have held steady, in a partial inflation survey.

Elderly woman dies in fire sparked by faulty air-conditioner in Hong Kong flat

A 70-year-old woman has died in a fire at a Hong Kong flat, with police suspecting it was caused by a malfunctioning air-conditioner. The blaze broke out at Yu Tung Court’s Hei Tung House in Tung Chung on Friday, with police saying they received reports from several residents at

'Upset' with SpaceX, three biggest US public pension companies send letter to Musk

America's largest public pension funds are voicing serious concerns over SpaceX's planned IPO governance. They argue that Elon Musk's proposed super-voting shares and control provisions could significantly weaken shareholder protections and grant him excessive, potentially unfire

NZ Rugby says more than one interested party keen to take over Moana Pasifika

New Zealand Rugby says Kanaloa Consortium is not the only interested party in taking over the Moana Pasifika licence.

Why Trump’s Reflecting Pool Repairs Are in Trouble

Federal records show that the no-bid contract to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and paint it blue now costs $13.1 million. That’s about seven times the amount President Trump initially said it would cost.

Morning Digest: U.S. to drop graft charges against Gautam Adani; Delhi HC Judge initiates contempt proceedings against AAP leaders, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day.

Honda and Nissan’s shifting fortunes could bolster case for tie-up

Honda's losses and Nissan's early signs of recovery have narrowed the imbalance that derailed their failed merger talks last year.

US moving to indict former Cuban leader Raúl Castro: source

A source says the U.S. is moving to indict former Cuban president Raúl Castro, 94, the younger brother of longtime leader Fidel Castro.

U.N. warns of humanitarian crisis for seafarers stranded near Strait of Hormuz

The United Nations is warning of what it calls an "unprecedented humanitarian crisis" involving roughly 20,000 maritime workers in the Persian Gulf as a result of the U.S. war with Iran. Arsenio Dominguez, the secretary-general of the International Maritime Organization, joins "T

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Jayalalithaa’s picture still remains in my pocket: Sengottaiyan

SC flags ‘executive veto’ in CEC appointment

The Supreme Court questioned the "executive veto" in appointing election commissioners, asserting it undermines the independence of the Election Commission.

Republicans Just Handed Black Voter Organizers Their Best Message Ever (w/ Joshua Doss)

Joshua Doss joins Sam Stein to discuss why Black voters are abandoning the Democratic Party, how Republican redistricting may have accidentally handed organizers their most powerful message in years, and why the voters Democrats need most are the ones they've ignored the longest.

IPL Playoff Scenarios: PBKS slump to 43.8% as GT and RCB tighten playoff grip

With playoffs in sight for some and out of reach for others, the IPL race intensifies. Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bangalore are nearing qualification, while Sunrisers Hyderabad are strong contenders. Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals hold even chances for the top

Texas puts man to death for a retired professor's killing in its 600th execution since 1982a

A man who experts said was intellectually disabled has become the 600th person executed in Texas since the state resumed carrying out the death penalty in 1982

SC pauses board appointments in firm linked to Sunjay Kapur

The Supreme Court urged mediation in the family dispute over Sunjay Kapur's estate, halting a board meeting to prevent further tensions.

Woman gangraped inside private bus in Delhi; two drivers arrested

A senior police officer identified the accused as Umesh Kumar and Ramendra Kumar, both in their late 30s and natives of Uttar Pradesh.

Centre hikes petrol, diesel prices by Rs 3 per litre each

'My heart was racing': Delta Goodrem reacts to Eurovision grand final

Delta Goodrem spoke backstage after booking a slot in the Eurovision grand final.

Nine-judge SC bench reserves verdict in Sabarimala reference

The Supreme Court questioned the relevance of the 'essential religious practices' doctrine in faith disputes, highlighting its elitism during the hearings.

Petrol, diesel prices hiked by Rs 3 per litre effective immediately

The Centre has repeatedly asserted that there is no fuel shortage in the country and no plan to introduce rationing of petrol, diesel or LPG despite disruptions in global energy shipments linked to the Iran conflict and the Strait of Hormuz crisis.

Firefighter testifies he lost most of $110K in retirement savings after investing in companies criticized by Andrew Left

Retail investors testified in the fraud trial of Andrew Left, with one saying he lost most of his 401(k) in stocks the short seller criticized.

40 years ago May 15, 1986: PM in Africa

India watching Lanka’s offer to investors over airport at strategic site

India is monitoring Sri Lanka's offer of Hambantota airport to investors, wary of Chinese influence after previous debt issues with infrastructure projects.

Trans athlete AB Hernandez's mother says criticism is politically motivated ahead of midterm elections

California's transgender athlete debate intensifies as AB Hernandez dominates girls' events at CIF Southern Section Division 3 preliminaries.

Trump-Ordered Citizenship Lists for Voting Are Likely Unreliable, Justice Dept. Says

At a court hearing over a presidential order seeking to exert more control over elections, a government lawyer said no “responsible state” should rely on the lists to update their voter rolls.

C.I.A. Director Visits Cuba as Tensions Rise and Island Runs Out of Oil

John Ratcliffe, the C.I.A. director, is the highest-ranking official in the Trump administration to visit the country.

Singapore doctor jailed over woman’s death during beauty treatment

A doctor was sentenced to 18 months’ jail on Thursday for administering a substance to a woman as part of an aesthetic treatment that killed her. The ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) was administered too quickly and at too high a concentration, causing 31-year-old Lau Li Ti

IAF deputy chief to review C295 project in Vadodara

Air Marshal AK Bharti will review India's C295 aircraft program, set to enhance IAF logistics and replace aging transport planes, with first delivery in September.

B.C. man who fatally shot friend during bullet proof vest 'game' handed 4-year sentence

A Vancouver Island man who fatally shot his friend three years ago while the pair were playing with bullet proof vests has been sentenced to four years in prison.

The budget reply is a reminder times have changed and attention is short

To appreciate how much times have changed, it is worth comparing the opposition leader's budget reply speech to Peter Dutton's.

Ukraine says Russia launches "virtually nonstop" strikes on Kyiv

More than 1,500 Russian drones and dozens of missiles were launched in the last two days, according to Ukrainian officials.

Not all sunshine in Brisbane for Magic Round weekend

Showers and light rain are expected across Brisbane as thousands of football fans arrive for Magic Round weekend.

Why Carlton’s interim coach Josh Fraser won’t go for Blues’ top job

The Blues’ last interim coach David Teague won the senior role after winning six of 11 games in 2019. Josh Fraser, though, said he will not be putting his hat in the ring.

Takaichi says responding to Mythos is a 'race against time'

Mythos, developed by U.S. startup Anthropic, is highly adept at identifying system vulnerabilities, which has sparked concerns about its possible use in cyberattacks.

Death toll in explosion at firecracker factory in M.P.'s Dewas rises to five

Officials said Anil Malviya, the licensed owner of the firecracker factory operating in the Tonk Kalan area has been arrested under the stringent provisions of the National Security Act (NSA)

Donald Trump lié à des transactions financières de centaines de millions de dollars impliquant des grandes entreprises américaines

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Closing arguments conclude in Musk v. Altman, jury to deliberate next week

The jury's verdict in Musk v. Altman will be advisory, and deliberations are set to begin on Monday.

Haïti : au moins 78 morts dans des affrontements entre gangs depuis samedi, selon l’ONU

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A Bloomberg poll of economists expected April WPI growth at 5.5%, almost three percentage point less than the actual number

‘Ye Rs 10,000 hain’: Acquitting cop in Aaj Tak sting op, Delhi court says mere words without context don’t prove bribe demand

'Unfortunately ... ': Tilak Varma's candid Chahal remark after MI beat PBKS

Tilak Varma's brilliant unbeaten 75 guided Mumbai Indians to a six-wicket victory over Punjab Kings. Chasing 200, Varma's calculated aggression, including a crucial 22-run 18th over, sealed the win with two balls to spare. This defeat significantly dents PBKS's playoff aspiration

Does China’s Jiuzhang 4.0 computer herald the age of quantum supremacy?

China has unveiled its latest photonic quantum computer, Jiuzhang 4.0, with researchers saying it can outperform the world’s fastest classical supercomputer by a vast margin, further strengthening Beijing’s push towards quantum supremacy. The results, published on May 13 in the p

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A young Chinese man has gone viral for making and selling fried rice wearing a suit at a night market, making 50,000 yuan (US$7,400) a month. The man, surnamed Lu, began running the stall in Yantai in eastern China’s Shandong province when he was 17 and has now become the “backbo

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Trump and Xi to meet again after Xi says Taiwan misstep could take ties to 'dangerous place'

U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to meet again Friday to wrap up a two-day state visit that has featured pomp and business deals — but also a stark warning from Xi that mishandling the Taiwan issue could ‌push U.S.-China relations to "a very da

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Romanian metal, a Danish club anthem and Australian singer Delta Goodrem advanced to the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 grand final after Thursday’s second semi-final in Vienna. Albania, Bulgaria, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Malta, Norway and Ukraine also secured places in Saturday

Kerala politics highlights: Congress names V.D. Satheesan as Chief Minister; BJP points at 'IUML pressure'

Congress leaders and newly elected MLAs extended their greetings to V.D. Satheesan soon after the AICC announced him as the CM of Kerala

South Island a star in new East of Eden trailer

The landscape has main character energy in the newly released trailer.

AI stock boom pushes Seoul's Kospi index over 8,000 for the first time

US plans to indict Cuba’s Raul Castro, says Department of Justice official

<p>The potential indictment of the 94-year-old is expected to focus on the downing of aircraft.</p>

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The Real Losers of the Musk v. Altman Trial

A federal jury is now deciding whether Elon Musk will win his lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman—but the trial has made everyone look bad.

Xi-Trump summit live: presidents hold private discussion on final day of trip

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OpenAI Considers Legal Action Against Apple in Strained Relationship

The A.I. company, which is in the middle of a court fight with Elon Musk, has been unhappy with how Apple has integrated ChatGPT into its devices.

Scientists warn ‘grueling heat’ could impact quarter of World Cup games

Concerns about heat already prompted FIFA to mandate a cooling break during each half of the World Cup matches that will take place in June in the U.S., Mexico and Canada.

U.S. moving to indict Cuba's Raúl Castro, sources say

The potential indictment — which must be approved by a grand jury — is expected to focus on Cuba's 1996 downing of two planes operated by a humanitarian group.

Do gas tax holidays actually bring relief at the pump?

Trump wants to suspend the federal gas tax, but state-level gas tax breaks could have a bigger impact at the pump, says one expert.

Chargers troll the Patriots in schedule release video with a not-so-subtle Vrabel-Russini reference

The Chargers' NFL schedule release video references the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini situation ahead of their Week 12 matchup against the Patriots.

New York officials condemn ‘disgusting act’ after flag displaying swastikas is raised overlooking Washington Square Park

A flag featuring two swastikas and the Jewish Star of David topped a campus building Wednesday afternoon

CIA chief delivers Trump’s message to Havana (PHOTOS)

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Short-seller Andrew Left's trial entourage includes 'Entourage' creator

Doug Ellin, creator of HBO's "Entourage," attended Andrew Left's securities fraud trial on Thursday and called the short seller a "friend."

CIA director has met officials in Havana for talks, Cuba claims

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Matthew Wale becomes Solomon Islands prime minister after secret ballot win

Matthew Wale is the new prime minister of Solomon Islands after winning a vote in the Pacific island nation's parliament.

Eurovision braces for new protests over Israel’s participation

Eurovision is heading towards its grand final, but organisers are bracing for more demonstrations against Israel.

Live: Xi opens private compound to Trump in rare gesture of warmth

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping are set for another day of ceremony and diplomacy after a major meeting between the pair yesterday. Follow live.

SEC settles Adani case as US authorities move to end actions against Asia’s richest man

Indian tycoon had lobbied Trump administration and pledged billions of dollars of investment in America

Cardinal Dolan thanks New York faithful at golden jubilee Mass: 'Without Jesus, I could have done nothing'

Cardinal Timothy Dolan celebrates 50th anniversary of his priestly ordination with a special Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City.

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National commissioner says review into Kumanjayi Little Baby won't 'cut it'

The National Commissioner for Indigenous children has criticised the selection of a retired NSW police commissioner and long-standing NT public servant as the leaders of a review into the territory's child protection system.

US Justice Dept accuses Yale medical school of discriminating against white and Asian applicants

<p>Yale is the second major medical school targeted in the past eight days by the Trump administration.</p>

Vance Blames Democrats as U.S. Halts Some Medicaid Payments, Claiming Fraud

Vice President JD Vance traveled to Maine for a speech, making a midterm election pitch that only Republicans could root out fraud in public benefits.

The Supreme Court Just Hit Pause on an Abortion Pill Showdown

The Supreme Court has rejected a federal appeals court’s attempt to end telemedicine and mail-order abortions, hitting pause on a fast-moving case that threatened to decimate access to abortion pills nationwide. The one-paragraph SCOTUS order, issued late Thursday afternoon, mean

UK in 'political turmoil: Labour MPs openly question whether Labour will survive as political force'

At a moment of profound instability in British politics, with the Labour Party engulfed by internal revolt, François Picard welcomes Owen Jones, British author, Guardian columnist and political commentator. He offers an unsparing diagnosis of a political movement at a crossroads.

Edwin Diaz reportedly appeared in cockfighting tournament graphics wearing his Dodgers uniform

A USA Today investigation reportedly links Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz to an illegal cockfighting ring, raising questions about potential MLB discipline.

Anthropic agrees terms of $30bn funding deal at $900bn valuation

AI lab has tapped Dragoneer, Greenoaks, Sequoia Capital and Altimeter Capital to lead new round

L’université Yale accusée de discrimination envers les candidats blancs et asiatiques par le ministère de la justice

L’administration Trump assure vouloir conclure un accord avec l’établissement avant d’envisager des poursuites. Elle reproche à la prestigieuse université de favoriser, à résultats scolaires identiques, l’admission d’étudiants noirs et hispaniques par rapport aux candidats blancs

Investigation launched into swastika flag raised on NYU campus during graduation week

The New York City Police Department is investigating after a swastika flag was raised over a New York University building during graduation week. CBS News' Jared Ochacher has more.

Congrats on the Gig, Kevin Warsh. You’re Cooked.

He wanted to win the Fed chairmanship so badly. But what did he actually win?

Analysis: Andy Burnham's route back to the Commons is clearer - but one big hurdle remains

The Greater Manchester mayor faces a messy and bitter by-election battle with Reform UK.

U.K.'s Starmer faces survival battle as potential rivals circle

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said he will battle to keep his job, and sources close ​to him say ‌he is determined to fight any leadership contest.

AI-generated pro-Spencer Pratt mayoral campaign videos point to a new political reality

Spencer Pratt’s bid for Los Angeles mayor gained viral traction after AI videos, which Pratt said were “fan-made,” circulated across social media.

Scientists dig up Southeast Asia's largest dinosaur in Thailand

Trump and Xi set to hold 2nd round of talks ahead of high-stakes summit's conclusion

President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to hold a second round of talks before Trump returns to the U.S.

U.S. moving to indict ex-Cuban leader Raúl Castro over downing of exile group's planes, sources say

The U.S. is preparing to indict former Cuban leader Raúl Castro over the 1996 downing of an exile group's planes, sources tell CBS News. The news comes as CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Cuban officials in Havana.

US says talks between Israeli, Lebanese ambassadors were ‘productive’

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Fünf italienische Taucher kommen auf den Malediven ums Leben

Die Suche nach fünf vermissten Italienern vor den Malediven endet in einer Tragödie. Die Gruppe war zu einem Höhlentauchgang aufgebrochen. Inzwischen gehen die Behörden davon aus, dass niemand den Unfall überlebt hat.

PM Modi calls ministers’ meet on reforms amid West Asia crisis

Brutal raid on woman's birthday party highlights rise of Russian vigilante group

The Russkaya Obshina group stages raids to look for activities contravening "traditional Russian values".

Trump poised to drop IRS suit, launch $1.7B 'weaponization' fund for allies: Sources

President Trump is expected to drop his $10 billion IRS suit in exchange for the creation of a $1.7 billion fund for victims of governmental "weaponization," sources say.

Congress' VD Satheesan gets chief minister post, ending Kerala suspense

The decision selecting Satheesan was announced in Delhi at a press conference by Congress incharge of Kerala Deepa Dasmunsi.

Shohei Ohtani might be on his way to even more history with 0.82 ERA and Cy Young discussion

Shohei Ohtani dominates with a 0.82 ERA as a pitcher while chasing a Cy Young Award that would add to his unprecedented list of achievements.

NYC Republican lawmaker slams Mamdani antisemitism office as a ‘black hole’ lacking public-facing resources

NYC Councilwoman Inna Vernikov accuses Mayor Zohran Mamdani of gaslighting the Jewish community, saying antisemitism office offers no accessible resources.

Australia’s housing affordability expected to worsen and homelessness soar under fossil-fuelled future

<p>Rents will rise and homelessness quadruple in a decade unless serious steps to cut emissions are taken, University of Sydney researchers find</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/may/14/budget-reply-angus-taylor-anthony-albanese-jim-chalm

Shakira and Burna Boy release official 2026 FIFA World Cup Anthem, 'Dai Dai'

Colombian superstar Shakira and Afrobeats icon Burna Boy have released the official 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem

With proposed FTA, Asean set to be ‘central’ in Canada’s trade diversification

Canada’s proposed free-trade agreement with Asean could help the region expand its sectors ranging from mining to manufacturing and boost Ottawa’s aim to lessen its dependence on the US as both sides seek to accelerate economic diversification, according to analysts. Canadian Int

Iran war live: Trump’s visit to China shadowed by conflict with Tehran

Iran's foreign minister said Iranians 'never bow to pressure', and there is no military solution to issues with Tehran.

Trump and Xi are seeking to escape Thucydides’ Trap, says Harvard’s Graham Allison

<p>Both leaders are seeking to reshape their countries' rivalry at their Beijing summit</p>

NEET paper leak traced back to NTA insider, CBI tells court; 2 more held

The case stems from the cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 after central agencies confirmed that the question paper had been compromised.

Canada is welcome to join Eurovision, says song contest director

<p>‘We know that Mark Carney wants to sort of embrace Europe,’ says competition director Martin Green</p><p>Canada is welcome to join Eurovision if it wishes, its director has said, months after the country revealed it wanted to “explore” joining the song contest in its federal b

Russia pounds Ukraine in heaviest wartime drone attack over two days

Haredi extremists demonstrate outside Military Police chief’s home, 2 weeks after breaking into it

IDF 'strongly condemns' protest by demonstrators opposed to arrests of Haredi draft evaders; one protester reportedly detained, then released a short while later The post Haredi extremists demonstrate outside Military Police chief’s home, 2 weeks after breaking into it appeared f

Hero pilot recounts crash landing in Atlantic Ocean

Ian Nixon, a veteran pilot from the Bahamas, put the plane he was flying down in the ocean without anyone suffering serious injuries.

Antipoverty advocate Global Citizen hopes the World Cup halftime show drives money for education

Global Citizen is gearing up for its biggest event yet: the first-ever FIFA World Cup halftime show

McMaster revives Trump-backed push to oust Biden kingmaker from Congress

Gov. Henry McMaster calls South Carolina special legislative session on redistricting amid GOP infighting and Trump pressure to oust Rep. Clyburn.

Mother's Day chaos at a steakhouse includes knives thrown at waiters and a touching mother-daughter arrest

Three TikTok food influencers are accused of causing chaos at a West Little Rock steakhouse on Mother's Day after a dispute over how steaks were cooked.

Rubio says US’s Taiwan policy ‘unchanged’ despite Xi’s warning to Trump

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday that the U.S. position toward Taiwan is “unchanged” after discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Beijing has long insisted that Taiwan is a part of China, with this insistence serving as the main area of contention with the Uni

Japan's wholesale inflation spikes on energy shock, bolsters case for June rate hike

Chiefs-Bills, Patriots-Seahawks among top 10 games of the 2026 NFL season

After a slow trickle of leaks and announcements, the NFL announced its schedule for the 2026 season Thursday. These are the best matchups.

Americans increasingly relying on food pantries as prices outpace wages

Families are flooding back to food pantries across the country as prices are rising faster than paychecks for the first time in three years. Jason Allen reports.

Ratcliffe meets with Cuban officials as CIA warns negotiation window ‘will not stay open indefinitely’

CIA Director John Ratcliffe made a trip to Cuba Thursday to meet with officials amid negotiations that have followed President Trump’s public musings that he may invade the island nation. A CIA official also stressed Thursday that the window for negotiations may have a timeline,

CIA director makes rare trip to Cuba to demand ‘fundamental changes’

Second US official flight on island in 10 years comes after communist nation runs out of diesel amid four-month blockade

Khloe Kardashian questions lack of progress in Nancy Guthrie disappearance case

Khloe Kardashian says it's "mind blowing" that authorities have no new information in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance case after more than 100 days.

Man shot at In-N-Out drive-thru drove family to safety with bullet lodged in head

Oregon police arrested two men in connection with the shooting of a father struck by a bullet while pulling out of an In-N-Out drive-thru in February.

UK Eurovision act: The BBC gave me a stress test to check I could cope under pressure

"It could go well or completely wrong, I'm just here for the ride," says song contest hopeful Sam Battle.

Haiti gang clashes kill at least 78 in Port-au-Prince suburbs, UN says

Clashes between rival gangs in the suburbs of Haiti’s capital have killed at least 78 people and wounded 66 since Saturday, the United Nations office in Haiti said on Thursday. The toll included 10 civilians. Haiti, the Caribbean’s poorest country, has faced spiralling gang viole

Cannes 2026 : Pierre Niney et Vincent Cassel en amoureux, Virginie Efira en minirobe... Un vent de glamour a soufflé sur les marches

MONTÉE DES MARCHES, JOUR 3 - Ce jeudi soir la Croisette était en ébullition. D’un côté Sandra Hüller est de retour sur le tapis rouge pour film Fatherland. De l’autre, le casting cinq étoiles d’Histoires Parallèles avec Pierre Niney, Catherine Deneuve, Vincent Cassel ou encore Vi

Kash Patel’s Hawaii trip - which FBI claimed was not a vacation - included a ‘VIP snorkel’ at Pearl Harbor memorial, report says

Participants in the excursion were reportedly briefed on the significance of the battleship as a final resting place for hundreds of service members

Mystery Grows Around Representative Thomas Kean Jr.’s Absence

Representative Thomas Kean Jr. last voted in Washington on March 5, citing a medical issue. An appearance planned for late May has been canceled.

Finale komplett – auch umstrittener Würge-Song dabei

Die Finalisten des Eurovision Song Contest in Wien stehen fest: Beim zweiten Halbfinale qualifizierten sich zehn weitere Kandidaten für die große Show am Samstag. Darunter auch die Rumänin Alexandra Capitanescu, deren Song im Vorfeld für Diskussionen gesorgt hatte.

US judge considers Anthropic's $1.5 billion settlement of authors' lawsuit

Pandas set for 8,000-mile blind date in Atlanta

They’ve never met, but Ping Ping and Fu Shuang are getting ready for the blind date of a lifetime.

Trump bought Nvidia, Boeing, and Microsoft in flurry of transactions

<p>It is not clear how many of the transactions involve equities.</p>

GOP Rep. Buddy Carter says Republicans need "best player on the field" in Georgia Senate primary

With less than a week to go before the GOP Georgia Senate primary, an Atlanta-Journal Constitution poll has the majority of voters undecided, making a runoff race in June increasingly likely. One of the candidates, Rep. Buddy Carter, joins "The Takeout" to discuss the state of th

University of Toronto revokes Buffy Sainte-Marie’s honorary degree

The University of Toronto has rescinded Buffy Sainte-Marie’s honorary degree, following a petition to revoke the honour.

Parts of California are seeing an ‘unprecedented’ rise in mushroom poisonings. Experts think they know why

Since November there have been 47 cases of severe poisonings and four deaths reported statewide, according to the Napa County Public Health Officer

CIA director travels to Havana to meet with Cuban officials

CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to Cuba to "personally deliver President Trump's message" to Cuban leaders that the United States is ready to engage in discussions on economic and security issues.

Hundreds of comedians unpaid by one of UK's biggest comedy festivals

Leicester Comedy Festival says it is committed to paying comedians but waiting on money themselves.

New institute launched to tackle ‘overlooked’ condition costing NHS billions

The institute is bringing together research and clinical expertise with private sector manufacturers

Florida Democrat cites surgery recovery for weekslong House absence

Rep. Frederica Wilson (D-FL) confirmed Thursday evening that she is recovering from eye surgery after a weekslong absence from Capitol Hill. “Following left eye surgery, my priority has been ensuring a full and responsible recovery,” Wilson said. “Although I am currently unable t

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Explosions heard as mining groups stage antigovernment protest in Bolivia

Protesters have demanded the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz, who was elected on a platform of economic reform.

Hanwoo but make it fun: 8 restaurants in Singapore serving Korea’s prized beef at its best

From hanwoo set meals to hanwoo bourguignon, here are the most interesting places to enjoy the newest beef in Singapore, whether you’re after refined tasting menus, Korean barbecue or steakhouse-style grilling.&nbsp;

McMaster calls on South Carolina lawmakers to return for redistricting special session

The governor of South Carolina announced a special legislative session on Thursday to push through a new congressional map that would effectively eliminate the state’s singular Democratic House seat. The move is the latest in a widespread redistricting effort from both parties ah

Daniel and Henrik Sedin are now co-presidents of the Vancouver Canucks after team cleans house

Henrik and Daniel Sedin have been named co-presidents of the Canucks after GM Patrik Allvin was fired and Jim Rutherford stepped down from his role.

‘Stone-cold racism’: Newsom condemns GOP redistricting efforts; Louisiana approves plan to erase majority-Black district – as it happened

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King Charles hailed as ‘genuine friend’ of Jewish community after meeting victims of Golders Green stabbings

Charles also spoke with members of the Jewish community police force Shomrim who were involved in responding to the attacks on April 29

Saudi Arabia signs soccer World Cup deal and says sports investment is a priority

Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund became an “official tournament supporter” of the World Cup on Thursday and reaffirmed its commitment to invest in sports despite notable retreats from other ventures in recent months

Hana Bank to acquire stake in Dunamu for $700 million, filing says

Trump planned to start work on giant arch by piggybacking it on another unrelated project over a mile away, report says

The move would avoid the usual bidding process, which is designed to ensure transparency and competitive pricing

Exclusive look at Chinese pandas preparing for trip to America

In the latest round of panda diplomacy playing out between the U.S. and China, NBC News’ Janis Mackey Frayer got exclusive access to the two pandas getting ready for their upcoming journey to Zoo Atlanta in America.

Alan Rothwell, who played David Barlow in original cast of Coronation Street, dies aged 89

The English actor starred on the soap as the brother of Ken Barlow, played by William Roache, when it first launched in 1960

The Singaporean 'hawker aunty' whose bak chor mee made it to Auckland’s Iconic Eats list

Adlena Wong moved her family to Auckland, New Zealand, on a leap of faith and built a food business from scratch. Now her Muslim-friendly bak chor mee is officially "iconic" in the city.

Sixteen more people in the US are being monitored for Hantavirus, CDC says

<p>The new total of those being monitored in the United States is 41.</p>

UN aid convoy hit by drone strikes in Ukraine’s Kherson

A UN humanitarian convoy delivering aid to the city of Kherson was hit twice by drones.

Le directeur de la CIA en visite à La Havane pour rencontrer des responsables du gouvernement cubain

Les autorités cubaines ont précisé que la rencontre, qui s’est tenue « dans un contexte marqué par des relations bilatérales complexes », doit permettre « de contribuer au dialogue politique entre les deux nations ».

LSU athletic director Verge Ausberry slams former coach Brian Kelly while praising Lane Kiffin

LSU athletic director Verge Ausberry goes scorched earth on Brian Kelly's tenure, saying there was no connection between the coach and the fanbase.

American passenger from hantavirus-hit cruise ship on life in quarantine

The number of people being monitored for hantavirus in the United States has grown to 41, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday.

AEW champ Kevin Knight gushes about tag team partner 'Speedball' Mike Bailey

Jet Speed's Mike Bailey and Kevin Knight shined on AEW "Dynamite," with Bailey eyeing the AEW World Championship and Knight defending his TNT Championship.

Kelsea Ballerini stuns in striped bikini before hinting at new music collab

Kelsea Ballerini kicks off summer early with a stunning beach bikini photo and hints at new music in an Instagram post captioned "simply vibing."

Trump’s high-stakes summit in China

China’s leader gave President Trump a lavish welcome in Tiananmen Square as the superpower summit began. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Llamas that key topics included Iran, Taiwan and trade deals.

U.S. Border Patrol Chief Resigns in Latest Homeland Security Shake-Up

Michael Banks is the latest high-profile official to leave the Department of Homeland Security amid President Trump’s immigration crackdown.

Taylor Swift-Kylie Kelce tension rumors grow after ‘different lives’ claim

New insider reports claim Taylor Swift and Kylie Kelce are not especially close despite ongoing public interest in the Kelce family dynamic. Sources say the two women simply live “different lives,” with Kylie focused on motherhood while Swift navigates global fame. However, insid

Ultra-Orthodox protesters attempt to invade military police chief's home

<img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_5464,w_8192/721155' alt='Ultra-Orthodox Jewish men protest against the jailing of seminary students who failed to comply with an army recruitment order outside the home of

Royal finances face a cut. But will much really change?

The monarchy’s finances have long been protected by tradition. Now experts say the public are demanding for more transparency

Trump’s allies pin hopes on Xi to defuse Strait of Hormuz crisis

Summit comes as oil supply shock has triggered worsening energy crisis and threatens Republicans’ midterm prospects

CIA Director John Ratcliffe meets with Cuban officials in Havana

CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Cuban officials in Havana, according to a CIA official and a statement from the Cuban government.

Russia unleashes massive multiday attack on Ukraine following three-day ceasefire

Russian forces have bombarded Ukraine with massive numbers of drones and missiles just days after the end of the three-day ceasefire, which both sides accused the other of breaking. Since the early hours on Wednesday, Russia launched more than 1,500 drones and over 50 missiles of

Father of boy killed in Edmonton dog attack testifies at owner’s trial

The father of an 11-year-old boy who died following a dog attack two years ago testified Thursday at the trial of the owner charged in connection with the death.

Why millennials and gen Z feel ripped off by this budget

The prime minister says this budget is about fixing intergenerational inequality, but online, gen Z and the millennials are hearing a different narrative.

Coupe du monde 2026 : trois surprises, des cadres et un virage offensif assumé pour la liste de Didier Deschamps

Le sélectionneur de l’équipe de France de football a dévoilé, jeudi, le groupe de 26 joueurs qu’il a retenu pour participer au Mondial, organisé par les Etats-Unis, le Canada et le Mexique du 11 juin au 19 juillet.

Congressional leaders plead with their absentee lawmakers: "You've got to come"

<p>Congressional leaders are straining to get their absentee members to return to Capitol Hill as the <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/13/ukraine-aid-discharge-petition-mike-johnson-kiley" target="_blank">House's vote margins</a> on major legislation grow ever more precario

WATCH: Spirit Airlines faces lawsuit from former employees

Sam Sweeney and Brian Buckmire report on former workers suing Spirit Airlines over claims they were denied pay and benefits after the airline shut down operations.

CIA-Chef Ratcliffe überraschend zu Gesprächen in Kuba

Während sich die Versorgungslage auf Kuba weiter verschärft, trifft CIA-Chef John Ratcliffe auf der Karibikinsel führende Vertreter der kommunistischen Führung. Die Gespräche erfolgen inmitten wachsender Spannungen zwischen Washington und Havanna.

Why did Hongkongers queue round the clock for a new watch?

Long lines stretching across several blocks have formed in Hong Kong as shoppers turned up days ahead of the launch of the “Royal Pop” pocket watches – a collaboration between luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet and Swatch. A South China Morning Post reporter observed about 50 peop

Supreme Court allows mail-order of abortion pill mifepristone pending appeal

Two drugmakers, Danco Laboratories and GenBioPro, had asked the Supreme Court to lift an appeals court ban on mifepristone being distributed via mail.

Melanie Lynskey joins the fight for justice after NZ's Pike River Mine disaster

Standing side by side with real-life heroes Anna Osborne and Sonya Rockhouse, the Yellow Jackets star is a passionate ally for their cause.

House Again Blocks War Powers Vote to Halt Iran Conflict

But two vulnerable Republicans joined Democrats in the effort to force President Trump to win authorization from Congress, in the latest sign of G.O.P. jitters over the war.

Comey says he ‘never’ considered asking Biden for preemptive pardon

Former FBI Director James Comey said Thursday that he “never” considered asking former President Biden for a preemptive pardon before President Trump returned to office last year and wouldn’t have accepted one if given. “I don’t know,” Comey responded after CNN’s Kasie Hunt asked

CIA chief meets Cuban officials to deliver message: Trump wants 'fundamental changes'

CIA director John Ratcliffe met with Cuban officials, including Raul Castro's grandson, during a high-level visit to the island Thursday, Cuban and U.S. officials said.

Exclusive -- Brandon Gill on What Democrats Stand For: Cultural Marxism, Hatred of Trump/Christians/White People

Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) said about Democrats, "Taking a Marxist economic framework and putting it on top of civil society and culture more broadly... that has been their political strategy... It comes down to we hate the president, we hate Christians, we hate white people." The

Exclusive -- Brandon Gill: GOP Must Utilize Talking Filibuster to Get Government Funded Properly

Wednesday on “The Alex Marlow Show,” Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) talked about the Senate. Gill said, “The key, in my opinion, is for the Senate to utilize the talking filibuster so that we can get the government funded properly.” The The post Exclusive — Brandon Gill: GOP Must Utili

Exclusive: Brandon Gill on How to Crush the Left in Debate

Wednesday on “The Alex Marlow Show,” Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) talked about debating. Gill said, “I think that with most political debates…the American people want to see leaders who are straightforward and candid about what we’re talking about.” The Alex Marlow The post Exclusive

Cuba mulls US offer of $100 million in aid but wary of Trump's motives, blockade

<p>HAVANA, May 14 - Cuba on Thursday said it would entertain a U.S. offer of $100 million in humanitarian aid but expressed skepticism over President Donald Trump's intentions at a time when a U.S. oil blockade on the island has crippled public services.</p>

While Donald Trump Adventures in China, D.C. Entertains Itself

The President swept off to Beijing to court Xi Jinping. Back Stateside, it was non-Presidential motorcades, video games, and a languid vibe at the White House.

Australia soars into Eurovision final as UK song debuts

Delta Goodrem is now a favourite to win Eurovision, following a spectacular semi-final performance.

Supreme Court Allows Abortion Pill Access by Mail to Continue

A federal appeals court ruling against the Food and Drug Administration would have restricted access by mail to mifepristone.

US casts first day of Israel-Lebanon talks as ‘positive’

The United States cast Israel-Lebanon talks held in Washington ⁠on Thursday as “productive and positive” and a State Department official said more discussions aimed at ending their conflict will continue on Friday. A senior Lebanese official said earlier that Lebanon will demand

Surfers conquer 'terrifying' tidal rapid in remote WA

Pro surfers Anthony Walsh and Dylan Graves have conquered the never-before-surfed Talbot Bay tidal rapid in Western Australia's remote north.

A Top U.S. Commander Dismisses Reports of Civilian Deaths in Iran

Adm. Brad Cooper said a strike on an Iranian school may have been the only civilian casualty incident of the war.

CIA Director Ratcliffe visits Havana to discuss ‘current scenario,’ Cuba says

CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Havana, Cuba, on Thursday to discuss the “current scenario,” Cuba’s government said. In a Thursday statement, Cuba’s government said Ratcliffe arrived with a delegation as part of a “request” from Washington, which was approved. Ratcliffe met w

Why the Next President Could Finally Be Elected by the Popular Vote

Something big happened in Virginia last month that you probably missed. On April 13, Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed a bill making Virginia the 18th state to join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact. That’s an agreement among states to elect the president by the popular v

James Talarico’s Taco Order Sparks Debate in Texas Senate Race

What started as a taco stop with former President Barack Obama quickly turned into a very Texas debate over the proper breakfast taco order.

Rep. Lou Correa says "we owe it to our veterans" to research psychedelic drug therapies

In April, President Trump signed an executive order that speeds up research and increases funding for psychedelic drug therapies. Democratic Rep. Lou Correa of California, who is leading a bipartisan effort to advance these therapies, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.

Mail-Order Abortions Have Quickly Become Common

Pills shipped to states with bans are a reason abortion has increased since Roe v. Wade was overturned.

Netanyahu said seeking to dissuade Haredi parties from backing September elections date

PM reportedly cites need to focus on Iran war; government said to be planning 5-year program to support ultra-Orthodox community; poll again predicts inconclusive elections The post Netanyahu said seeking to dissuade Haredi parties from backing September elections date appeared f

Deaths of six migrants in Texas railcar investigated as human smuggling

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Talking (and Not Talking) Taiwan

A tale of two readouts.

Trump says Xi is 'all business' as talks resume after Taiwan warning

Ahead of the last day of talks, Trump said in a Truth Social post that he hoped Washington's relationship with China would be "stronger and better than ever before".

Affordability crunch also spurs creativity, generosity around the globe

Consumers worldwide have felt squeezed for many reasons, including the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz. So, they’ve come up with their own solutions.

SpaceX IPO prospectus could land as soon as next week, sources say

Elon Musk's reusable rocket company is getting closer to what's expected to be a record stock market debut.

House Ethics panel investigates sexual harassment claims against Chuck Edwards

The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday it is investigating claims of sexual harassment made against Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.). The committee said in a statement it is “reviewing allegations” that Edwards “may have created or fostered a hostile work environment and engage

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114 House Democrats vote to shield cashless-bail jurisdictions from scrutiny

114 House Democrats voted against legislation on Thursday requiring the Department of Justice to publicly identify jurisdictions with cashless bail policies. Overall, the legislation passed by a vote of 308-to-116 and now heads to the Senate. Ninety-six Democrats joined 211 Repub

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Axe falls on Sisisi Tolashe

Ramaphosa appointed Sindisiwe Chikunga, the minister of women, youth and persons with disabilities, as interim minister of social development

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Vusi Mahlasela has never stopped singing for change

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Connecticut GOP governor candidate drops out after fraud allegations emerge

A Republican Connecticut gubernatorial candidate suspended her campaign Thursday after being accused of fraud. Erin Stewart, the former mayor of New Britain, was accused by Crumbie Law Group, a law firm hired by her democratic successor to investigate rumors of wrongdoing, of spe

CWU urges action on living costs and bargaining rights

Delegates at the Communications Workers' Union conference in Sligo have unanimously backed an emergency motion calling for Government action on the cost-of-living crisis as well as statutory collective bargaining rights for workers.

Exclusive – Build American AI’s Nathan Leamer: AI Jobs Are Reindustrializing Middle America

A significant amount of jobs are their way to more rural states as the AI boom has prompted the need for more raw materials and electricity, meaning that the industry has expanded from Silicon Valley and become more accessible to working class Americans, according to Build Americ

Fight for Second Intifada victims reopens with $655 million judgment against PA - interview

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Cuba’s Diaz-Canel open to US aid amid worsening fuel crisis, blackouts

The comments came as a US delegation led by CIA Director John Ratcliffe met Cuban officials in Havana on Thursday.

ANC closes ranks behind Ramaphosa

After Parliament established an impeachment committee linked to the Phala Phala scandal, Ramaphosa has refused to resign, insisting the Constitutional Court ruling does not compel him to step down while opposition parties continue to press for accountability through the impeachme

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A stylish and emotionally resonant return to ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ universe, the film trades glamour for something far more urgent: a meditation on the collapse of media and the uncertainty facing journalists across the world

Mifepristone survives another Supreme Court scare — for now

A common abortion drug survived a second brush with the Supreme Court, leaving it accessible while justices decide its fate in a future ruling. The Court issued a brief order Thursday evening, which indefinitely blocks a lower court order targeting the drug mifepristone. The Cour

Xi promised not to send military equipment to Iran – Trump

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La gran rajada de Mbappé: “Arbeloa me ha dicho que soy el cuarto delantero del Real Madrid”

El francés, que recibe una fuerte pitada del Bernabéu, lanza unas declaraciones incendiarias. “Yo no le he dicho eso”, le responde el técnico

US scraps deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland

<p>The latest decisions to withdraw troops also came amid increasing pressure to raise defence spending.</p>

Trump and Xi’s initial meeting reveals dueling priorities

President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping brought dueling priorities to their high-stakes summit in Beijing, with Xi pressing Trump on Taiwan while Trump focused on trade, business and farmers. Trump showed up with nearly 20 top executives from companies like Tesla and Spa

US vote to halt Iran war narrowly defeated — as it happened

Israel and Lebanon have reported a productive first day of talks in Washington as the deadline for the ceasefire between the two countries approaches.

Supreme Court allows abortion pill access while lawsuit proceeds

<p>A divided Supreme Court on Thursday indefinitely extended a freeze on strict new restrictions for dispensing the widely used <a href="https://www.axios.com/health/axios-explains-abortion" target="_blank">abortion pill</a> mifepristone while an underlying legal fight over the d

Mario Lemieux named greatest player in Canadian junior hockey history

Mario Lemieux was ranked the greatest player in major junior hockey history as the Canadian Hockey League unveiled its all-time Top 50 list Thursday.

Supreme Court allows abortion pill to remain available by mail

The Supreme Court ordered that patients could receive the abortion pill mifepristone through the mail and without an in-person appointment with a clinician after a ruling by the New Orleans-based 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on May 1 had imperiled widespread access to the pi

Dems demand Lutnick resign over Epstein interview: 'You lied'

The White House said in February that President Donald Trump, who has also faced scrutiny over his ties to Epstein, continues to stand behind Lutnick.

Gavin Newsom proposes a California digital software tax

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said it's unfair how some people avoid paying the state sales tax when buying software.

<a href='https://news.sky.com/story/starmer-latest-burnham-streeting-rayner-leadership-quit-cabinet-resign-kings-speech-local-elections-12593360'>Burnham lines up potential return to Westminster to ri

House Ethics Committee investigating sexual harassment allegations against Rep. Chuck Edwards

The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday it is investigating Rep.

Vancouver mayor 'objectively harassed' city councillor, breached code of conduct, investigation finds

An investigation into Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim's behaviour has found that he breached the city's code of conduct and misused his influence to personally attack Coun. Sean Orr shortly after Orr was elected in 2025.

Gemini surges after Winklevoss Capital Fund invests $100 million in the crypto exchange

The company also topped revenue expectations for the quarter and posted a narrower-than-expected loss than analysts anticipated, according to FactSet.

Cramer urges investors to be more selective in the AI frenzy

CNBC’s Jim Cramer said investors should be more selective when investing in the semiconductor rally.

Breitbart Business Digest: Welcome to the New Industrial Boom Cycle

The great American manufacturing boom keeps getting harder to deny. The post Breitbart Business Digest: Welcome to the New Industrial Boom Cycle appeared first on Breitbart .

Burnham to make bid to return as MP as pressure mounts on Starmer

Wes Streeting also resigns as health secretary, saying he has lost confidence in Sir Keir Starmer's leadership.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, May 15, 2026

<p>While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, May 15, 2026.</p>

SA recovery remains mainly jobless

The country lost 345 000 jobs in the first quarter of 2026 as unemployment climbed to 32.7%, exposing the gap between economic stabilisation and meaningful employment growth

Arundhati Roy’s most personal story yet

Arundhati Roy’s ‘Mother Mary Comes to Me’ is a deeply personal memoir that lays bare the contradictions that shaped both her writing and her life

How to Steal Back the Future: Boots Riley on His “Best Film Yet”

A few days before May Day—International Worker’s Day—I traveled to Oakland’s Grand Lake Theatre for the West Coast premiere of activist-writer-director Boots Riley’s sophomore film, I Love Boosters. The 100-year-old movie palace—which was one of many businesses across the country

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Is there any argument left for the war?

Closing arguments begin in Elon Musk’s landmark lawsuit against OpenAI

Elon Musk accuses OpenAI of breaching charitable trust and prioritising profit over AI safety and nonprofit values.

AI robot can change your tires in half the time

<p><a href="https://www.axios.com/technology/automation-and-ai" target="_blank">AI</a> is coming for one of America's dirtiest jobs: changing <a href="https://www.axios.com/local/nashville/2026/05/12/nashville-pothole-season-batters-city-roads" target="_blank">tires</a>. </p><p><

Nantes : un adolescent tué par balle, deux autres personnes blessées

Les faits se sont produits en début de soirée jeudi 14 mai, dans le quartier Port-Boyer. Les tireurs, venus sur un deux-roues, ont pris la fuite. Laurent Nuñez se rend sur place vendredi matin.

CIA director visits Cuba for rare meeting as island runs out of fuel

<p>CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/18/cuba-humanitarian-crisis-trump-strikes" target="_blank">Cuba</a> on Thursday to meet intelligence officials and Raulito Rodriguez Castro, the grandson of former leader Raúl Castro.</p><p><strong>The

Justices Allow Abortion Pill Access by Mail to Continue

Also, this is a big week for the art market. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.

OpenAI is making it easier to keep tabs on your AI coding project — without a cracked-open laptop

OpenAI announced a Codex tab in the ChatGPT app. The mobile interface could help reduce the need to take your open laptop with you, a recent trend.

Fetterman: Democratic base becoming ‘increasingly anti-American’

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) on Wednesday accused the Democratic base of becoming “increasingly anti-American” amid calls against U.S. military intervention in Venezuela, Iran and Cuba. Reason magazine’s Nick Gillespie, asked Fetterman on the “Reason Interview” podcast about what

Group led by Egon Durban to buy 25% of Las Vegas Raiders at $9.9 billion valuation, sources say

First Football is selling its 25% stake in the team to a group led by Egon Durban at a $9.9 billion valuation.

Steve Descano defends campaign policy change on illegal immigrant prosecutions

Steve Descano, the commonwealth’s attorney in Fairfax County, Virginia, was grilled by lawmakers on Thursday during a heated congressional hearing on why he quietly removed a long-standing statement from his campaign website promising that he would grant leniency to illegal immig

The US-China trade war is entering a worrying new phase: a legal arms race

US President Donald Trump’s landmark visit to China comes as the US-Iran war disrupts global energy supplies, fuels economic uncertainty and adds fresh strain to Washington-Beijing ties. In the latest instalment of a series examining how rivalry, interdependence and geopolitical

CIA director visits Cuba, as island runs out of oil

CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Cuban officials in Havana on Thursday, the communist government said, as the island endures record energy shortages. The visit comes at a low moment in US-Cuba relations, after Washington imposed a fuel blockade on its neighbour in January and

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Tape shows Bolsonaro son asking jailed banker for $26.8m to fund film on father

<p>Revelation seen as serious blow to candidacy of Flávio Bolsonaro, Brazil’s leading rightwing presidential hopeful</p><p>Flávio Bolsonaro, Brazil’s leading rightwing presidential hopeful, has been caught on tape asking a banker accused of corruption for $26.8m (£20m) to fund a

LVMH annonce la vente de Marc Jacobs à WHP Global, propriétaire des marques rag&bone et G-Star

La marque conservera le créateur éponyme comme directeur de la création une fois la transaction finalisée.

South Carolina governor calls for a special session on redistricting

Republicans hope to eliminate a majority-minority seat held by longtime Democratic Rep. Jim Clyburn before the November midterm elections.

Zack Polanski did not vote in local elections, Green Party says

The Green Party leader previously told Hackney mayoral candidate Zoë Garbett "you have my vote".

RPI(Athavale) leader stabbed to death at Pune bar

Republican Party of India (Athavale)'s Kaamgar Aghadi state executive president Anil Maruti More was brutally stabbed to death by two assailants at a Moshi bar. The murder is believed to be a fallout of personal enmity, with police investigating CCTV footage and other clues to ap

Comey says Trump seems ‘off’ compared with 2017

Former FBI Director James Comey said Thursday that “something’s off” with President Trump, arguing the president’s behavior has become more erratic and self-obsessed since his first term. “I mean, I’ve always thought Donald Trump was a little bit off, but whoa, compared to even t

Cuban government says CIA chief John Ratcliffe met with officials in Havana

CIA Director John Ratcliffe met Cuban officials in Havana on Thursday in a bid to improve dialogue between Washington and the communist-run island, the Cuban government said. The meeting took place “in a context marked by the complexity of bilateral relations,” Havana said.

Provocative Austrian feminist artist Valie Export dies at 85

<p>May 14 - Austrian artist Valie Export, whose pioneering work and performance art made her a leading light of the avant-garde feminist scene in postwar Europe, has died in Vienna at the age of 85, her foundation said on Thursday.</p>

Dos goles no curan el desencanto del Bernabéu con el Real Madrid

El equipo de Arbeloa se impone al descendido Oviedo con tantos de Gonzalo y Bellingham en una noche marcada por las protestas del público del Bernabéu, especialmente crítico con Mbappé, el más silbado

L’administration Trump accuse la prestigieuse université de Yale de discriminer les candidats blancs et asiatiques

Il s’agit d’un nouvel épisode de la campagne du président américain contre les universités américaines, qu’il accuse notamment de promouvoir une idéologie «woke».

Live: Oil trades higher as Trump, Xi discuss war in Iran

The ASX opened higher in morning trading after rallies on Wall Street, but was slightly down after midday. Oil is trading higher as US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping discuss the war. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC

Ship reported seized off UAE, as Trump discusses Iran with China’s Xi

<p>The two leaders agree on the need to keep the Strait of Hormuz shipping lane open.</p>

Ukraine, Australia and Malta qualify for Eurovision final

Bulgaria, Ukraine, Norway, Australia, and Romania are among the ten countries to have qualified for the Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final this Saturday night following the second semi-final in Vienna.

El Supremo da un respiro al derecho al aborto en EE UU: la píldora mifepristona podrá seguir recetándose por correo

El fallo (7-2) tumba una sentencia de un tribunal de apelaciones que prohibía la prescripción telemática del medicamento más empleado para interrupciones del embarazo

Sam Altman Is Taking a Lot of Punches on the Witness Stand

Can you trust Sam Altman? That was one of the central themes at the high-profile trial between the OpenAI CEO and Elon Musk in California this week, as Musk’s lawyers peppered Altman with questions on his work relationships, including his temporary ouster from OpenAI three years

Starmer braces for leadership challenge by Burnham

Greater Manchester mayor says he wants to contest a by-election and return to Westminster

Real Madrid : Kylian Mbappé conspué par le public madrilène sur chaque ballon touché

L’attaquant français, entré à la 68e minute de jeu, s’est fait huer par l’ensemble du public madrilène à l’occasion du match face à Oviedo.

Coupe du monde 2026 : objectifs, «gonflé à bloc», absents, Mbappé… Les réponses de Deschamps après l’annonce de sa liste

Le sélectionneur des Bleus a commenté ses choix en vue de la Coupe du monde 2026 ce jeudi, en conférence de presse, au siège de TF1.

Prétendus saluts nazis, cabale anti-Stérin : aux banquets du Canon français, la gauche joue les trouble-fête

GRAND RÉCIT - Les banquets franchouillards organisés par l’entreprise sont dans le viseur de La France insoumise et d’une partie de la presse.

Emails show Kash Patel took 'VIP snorkel' at USS Arizona, a Pearl Harbor military cemetery

When Kash Patel visited Hawaii last summer, the FBI took pains to note the director was not on vacation, highlighting his walking tour of the bureau's Honolulu field office and meetings with local law enforcement.

Eurovision 2026: Delta Goodrem sends Australia to the grand final with note-perfect performance

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Supreme Court preserves access to abortion drug mifepristone while legal battle continues

Justices block nationwide ban on mail-order and telehealth access to widely used abortion pill while high-profile legal challenge continues

Supreme Court preserves abortion pill access over Alito, Thomas dissents

Abortion pills can remain available through the mail for the immediate future after the Supreme Court on Thursday paused a lower court ruling that would have blocked access while a lawsuit proceeds. The justices halted a May 1 order from the conservative U.S. Court of Appeals for

EN DIRECT, guerre en Ukraine : l’attaque russe sur Kiev a fait au moins 21 morts, la ville décrète un jour de deuil national le 15 mai

« Ce jour-là, les drapeaux sur tous les bâtiments municipaux de la ville seront mis en berne. Il est également recommandé de mettre en berne les drapeaux nationaux sur les bâtiments publics et privés », a déclaré le maire, Vitali Klitschko. Des dizaines de personnes ont aussi été

Australia y Dinamarca se clasifican en la segunda semifinal de Eurovisión 2026 y competirán con Finlandia, Grecia e Israel para ganar el festival

Azerbaiyán, Armenia, Suiza, Letonia y Luxemburgo han quedado eliminadas del concurso

U.S. to slap tariffs on Canadian mushrooms

The Coming War on Local Black Political Power

The VRA’s demise could result in a hollowing out of Black political representation and influence, not only in Washington and in state capitals.

2 dead after plane crashes into Ohio home

Two people were killed when a plane crashed into a residence in Akron, Ohio, on Thursday afternoon, local and federal authorities said

The Domestic Emoluments Clause Returns To The Trump Presidential Library in Miami

The Trump Library will stand tall, but the plaintiffs have no standing.

The 10 best songs competing at (a very contentious) Eurovision

Glitter, vocal gymnastics, on-stage flames — the show goes on on the Eurovision stage in Vienna, even though five countries are boycotting this year's contest due to Israel's participation.

Two More Ships Attacked Near Strait of Hormuz – One Seized, One Sunk

Two more ships have been attacked near the Strait of Hormuz, including an Indian-flagged cargo ship that sank off the coast of Oman. The post Two More Ships Attacked Near Strait of Hormuz – One Seized, One Sunk appeared first on Breitbart .

Pentagon abruptly cuts US combat forces in Poland, officials say

The Pentagon decided not to replace a brigade of combat forces.

Exclusive--Bill to Ban Terrorists' Family Members from Living in U.S. Introduced by Sen. Cotton

A bill that would revoke existing visas of close family members of terrorists and prohibit future ones from being obtained has been introduced by Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) following reports that Iranian regime officer Qasem Soleimani's niece and grandniece were legally living in the

Supreme Court allows abortion pill to remain available by mail nationwide

The Supreme Court ensured that the abortion pill, mifepristone, can continue to be available by mail without an in-person meeting with a clinician.

What Brics lacks in unity, it makes up for in flexibility

In recent years, the Brics grouping has attracted attention as it adds members and positions itself as the voice of the Global South. At a Brics forum held in Beijing last month, officials discussed expanding trade within the grouping. Such initiatives reflect both an impulse to

Ohio GOP congressman sues ex-wife over abuse allegations

Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) on Wednesday filed a defamation lawsuit against his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, the daughter of Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), for accusing him of physically abusing her. Miller and Emily Moreno filed for divorce in August 2024 and have been engaged in a custody

GWINN: College Football Is Moving to a 24-Team Playoff, And the Regular Season Will Be Just Fine

If you took even a cursory glance at X this week, you would believe that college football is coming to an end. The post GWINN: College Football Is Moving to a 24-Team Playoff, And the Regular Season Will Be Just Fine appeared first on Breitbart .

Kash Patel took ‘VIP snorkel’ during Pearl Harbor trip: Report

FBI Director Kash Patel reportedly took a “VIP” snorkeling trip around the USS Arizona during a visit to Pearl Harbor last summer, according to The Associated Press. The outlet reported Thursday that Patel made a previously undisclosed trip to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam last

Centcom office focused on reducing civilian deaths cut from 10 employees to 1

U.S. Central Command (Centcom) head Adm. Brad Cooper confirmed Thursday that the office focused on civilian-harm reduction for the military arm was cut from 10 employees to one, a revelation that follows a deadly bombing of an Iranian school at the start of America’s war against

Woman (60s) arrested in connection with murder of Donegal man in 2008

Andrew Burns was shot twice in the back and was found on a roadway near Castlefin

Xi’s warning to Trump on Taiwan shows emboldened China

Chinese President Xi Jinping is using the issue of Taiwan to exert power over President Trump as the two leaders seek to tackle a number of hot button issues during this week’s high stakes summit in Beijing. During their bilateral meeting on Thursday, Xi told Trump the “entire re

Parmi les plus sulfureux et censurés de l’histoire, le film Les Diables se dévoile dans une version restaurée à Cannes

Warner a redonné son lustre au long-métrage baroque et provoc du Britannique Ken Russell, en y adjoignant des séquences quasi invisibles depuis cinquante ans. La section Cannes Classics le projette jeudi.

CIA director meets with top officials in Cuba

A US delegation led by CIA director John Ratcliffe has met with his counterpart at the Cuba Interior Ministry in Havana, the Cuban government said in a statement published on state-run media Cuba Debate.

CIA Whistleblower Reveals COVID Lab Leak Cover-Up

Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi discuss the latest developments on the origins of COVID-19 and also the flimsy accusations against Rep. Thomas Massie.

Trump Taps Former Private Prison Exec to Run ICE

David Venturella, who spent more than a decade as an executive at the private-prison behemoth GEO Group, will be the next acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the Department of Homeland Security announced Tuesday. Venturella will oversee Donald Trump’s mass dep

MIT president says research has shrunk 10 percent in 1 year amid Trump cuts

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) said Wednesday that research has shrunk by 10 percent in the year following cuts by the Trump administration. “Counting federal and nonfederal sources together, our campus-sponsored research activity is now 10 percent smaller than i

US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers

<p>It was the third House vote this year on an Iran war powers resolution.</p>

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

State officials in New York say the Salmon River district's special education program confined young children with disabilities in wooden boxes. Parents weren't notified.

Hegseth again stuns Pentagon with Poland troop withdrawal

It wasn’t clear why the Defense secretary issued the order not to send troops on a routine mission to a country the administration refers to as a “model ally.”

Photo of US-China delegation criticized over absence of women: ‘masculine, militarized and exclusionary’

<p>‘Backward’ photo panned for display of patriarchy, signaling that ‘women’s voices don’t matter in shaping global order’</p><p>By the time Donald Trump and Xi Jinping met at Beijing’s Great Hall of the People on Thursday, the bilateral had featured all the expected pomp and pag

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Supreme Court rules abortion pills can continue to be mailed

After briefly letting a national ban take effect, the Supreme Court blocked a lower court’s ruling that would have prevented mailing a key abortion drug. The decision, issued Thursday, allows telehealth dispensation of mifepristone, one of two drugs used in most abortions, to con

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Some plants have unusual genetics, which can help them weather cataclysmic events

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How AI is speeding new business creation, especially among Gen Z entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs are turning to AI to speed the creation of new businesses, with Gen Z leading the way. That's according to a new report from the payroll software firm Gusto.

The Supreme Court keeps abortion pill mifepristone available by telehealth

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DOJ says Yale’s medical school discriminated based on race in admissions

The Department of Justice (DOJ) accused the Yale School of Medicine of race-based discrimination in its admissions, alleging Thursday that the school favors Black and Hispanic students over white or Asian students with the same test scores. The finding came after a yearlong inves

Chants of ‘death to Arabs’ at Jerusalem Day march as Ben Gvir flies Israeli flag on Temple Mount

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The Hardacres is a disaster

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Delta Goodrem reaches Eurovision grand final after fiery performance

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We Now Know How Many People the CDC Is Monitoring for Hantavirus

There are no confirmed cases in the US, but 41 people who were potentially exposed to the Andes virus are in quarantine or being monitored for symptoms.

Abu Dhabi 'doesn't want to appear too much in cooperation with Israel', analyst says

A renewed escalation in the Strait of Hormuz saw the seizure on Thursday of a ship anchored off the Unites Arab Emirates coast. Earlier Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had announced he had quietly visited the UAE during the Israeli-U.S. war with Iran, though the UAE swiftly den

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The UN warns disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could drive up food and fertiliser costs, and worsen global hunger.

Who Has the Cards? Increasingly, It’s China

Trump is implicitly acknowledging China's peer status. This might be the biggest concession of all.

House Republicans narrowly block effort to end Trump’s war with Iran

House Republicans narrowly voted down a resolution Thursday to end the war with Iran, marking the third time a war powers resolution has failed in the lower chamber since the conflict began. The vote was 212-212, with three Republicans crossing the aisle to support the measure: R

Cuba acepta ayuda de Estados Unidos para comida, combustible y medicinas

Washington ofrece 100 millones y mantiene la asfixia energética y de sanciones con la población al límite

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Geopolitical analyst Steve Okun says says China is benefiting from the war on Iran.

Unitelma Sapienza University Talk and Interview About "Threats to Liberal Democracy in the United States - And How To Counter Them"

Videos of my presentation and interview on this topic at a major Italian university.

Border Patrol chief Mike Banks resigns in latest Trump immigration shakeup

The US Department of Homeland Security has seen several high-profile departures, including Todd Lyons and Kristi Noem.

The putsch to oust Britain’s Keir Starmer is finally taking shape

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US Border Patrol chief quits, adding to turnover among immigration officials

<p>WASHINGTON, May 14 - U.S. Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks abruptly resigned on Thursday, an agency spokesperson said, adding to turnover in recent months among top immigration officials in President Donald Trump's administration.</p>

BBC on the ground during march through Jerusalem's Old City

Tens of thousands of Israeli celebrants have marched through the area captured by Israel in the 1967 Arab-Israeli war.

Nantes : un adolescent de 15 ans tué par balle et un autre de 13 ans au « pronostic vital très engagé », sur fond de narcotrafic

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Five Italians die during cave dive in Maldives

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White House: Trump and Xi Agreed on Trade, Energy, and Iran

The White House said on Thursday that President Donald Trump’s talks with Chinese dictator Xi Jinping produced agreements on trade policy, energy, and the Iran crisis. The post White House: Trump and Xi Agreed on Trade, Energy, and Iran appeared first on Breitbart .

Fairfax County Democrat Prosecutor Exposed for Dropping Charges Against Illegal Alien Accused of Kidnapping 4-Year-Old Girl

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‘I no longer feel safe in my own home’: Retired nun gives evidence as man pleads guilty to burglary

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Cuba runs out of fuel, diesel amid US blockade

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Catherine Rampell and Robert Garcia: China Is Starting to Eclipse the U.S.

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'Incredible' colonial-era boat used for trade in Sydney Harbour uncovered

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Trump, Xi Hold High-Stakes Summit in Beijing

From the Iran war to trade, the U.S. president failed to secure major concessions from his counterpart.

FC Barcelona apologizes to Israeli fans after player goes viral waving Palestinian flag

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Although at odds over issues like trade and Taiwan, the U.S. and Chinese leaders met in Beijing with a show of friendly gestures.

Poll: 3 in 10 Believe at Least One of the Assassination Attempts on Trump Was Staged

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Cuba's power grid collapses and plunges eastern provinces into a major blackout

Cuba's aging power grid has eroded in recent years as it faces a prolonged economic crisis, made worse by a U.S. energy blockade of the island.

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Notre critique d’Histoires parallèles : Asghar Farhadi tourne en rond

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Schools are the new battleground for AI. Parents are asking: Do we actually want this tech?

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Elon Musk says: Read this book and give it to all your friends

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WATCH: Man sentenced in cold case murders solved with chewing gum

Convicted killer Mitchell Gaff was sentenced to 50 years to life in prison for the murders of two women in the 1980s.

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Erdoğan visits Astana as Turkey and Central Asia deepen ties amid shifting regional order

Turkey and Kazakhstan signed a friendship and strategic partnership declaration in Astana, targeting €13 billion in trade.

Border Patrol chief Michael Banks is stepping down

Michael Banks, the head of U.S. Border Patrol, is stepping down.

Cary Elwes says working on 'Being Charlie' with Rob Reiner was 'bittersweet'

Cary Elwes' last time working with Rob Reiner was on "Being Charlie," an autobiographical movie written by his son Nick Reiner.

Iran’s FM urges BRICS states to condemn US-Israeli aggression

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Large number of chicken products sold by Lidl, Tesco, Dunnes Stores and Aldi recalled

Various affected batches sold by Lidl, Tesco, Dunnes Stores and Aldi

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At a glance: Starmer fights to stay on as prime minister

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Nobel winner Mukwege warns of predatory US deal for DR Congo

In tonight's edition, Congolese Nobel laureate Denis Mukwege slams the US-brokered peace deal in eastern DRC as predatory. Also, once dominant in Senegal’s economy, France is now being overtaken as China and Turkey emerge as the country’s leading investors. And we take a squint a

Exclusive: Chip Roy Introduces ‘Sister City Transparency Act’ to Review Foreign Influence Risks in Local Partnerships

Rep. Chip Roy’s Sister City Transparency Act would direct GAO to review U.S. sister city partnerships tied to foreign communities in countries with significant public sector corruption. The post Exclusive: Chip Roy Introduces ‘Sister City Transparency Act’ to Review Foreign Influ

Hundreds of illegal motorbikes bulldozed in New York City crime crackdown

A moped had been used in the deadly stray-bullet shooting of a 7-month-old in Brooklyn last month, officials said.

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CDC monitoring 41 people for hantavirus, no reported cases

Federal health officials said they are monitoring 41 people in the U.S. for hantavirus but are not going to impose any movement restrictions on them. David Fitter, incident manager for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) hantavirus response, told reporters Thur

Ford surges nearly 20% in two days. It might be an AI 'meme' stock after energy pivot

Ford Motor shares have been on a tear the past couple days, rising on buzz over its ties to the energy storage market.

New Draft Article: "Popular Conceptions of Fourth Amendment Curtilage"

The Supreme Court says everyone knows this. We decided to ask people.

Elo de Fl�vio Bolsonaro com Vorcaro � caso de pol�cia, diz Lula

O presidente <a href="https://www1.folha.uol.com.br/folha-topicos/lula/">Lula</a> (PT) afirmou nesta quinta-feira (14) que o elo entre o senador <a href="https://www1.folha.uol.com.br/folha-topicos/flavio-bolsonaro/">Fl�vio Bolsonaro</a> (<a href="https://www1.folha.uol.com.br/fo

Why Britain's mega rubbish dumps can't be stopped

The old saying "prevention is better than cure" couldn't be more apt when it comes to huge illegal waste dumps – because, quite frankly, finding a cure is proving near impossible.

GDP Is Good, Actually

The left and right say the metric is meaningless—for different reasons—but it is a reliable indicator of well-being and growth.

Mbappé heads up France squad in Deschamps' final World Cup bid

Kylian Mbappé will lead France’s bid for World Cup glory after coach Didier Deschamps named a largely unchanged 26-man squad Thursday for this summer’s tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Mbappé, recovering from a thigh injury suffered during Real Madrid’s title r

Warren, Rick Scott introduce bill to ban former members of Congress from lobbying

Prominent progressive Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and conservative Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), a close President Trump ally, have teamed up to introduce a bill to impose a lifetime lobbying ban on members of Congress. The legislation would prohibit former members of the Senate

CIA director meets with top officials in Havana, Cuban government says

<p>HAVANA, May 14 - A U.S. delegation led by CIA director John Ratcliffe met with his counterpart at Cuba's Interior Ministry in Havana on Thursday, the Cuban government said in a statement, as tensions worsen over a U.S. fuel blockade that has starved the island of fuel and powe

Palestinian President Abbas pledges elections, reform at Fatah conference

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has been unanimously re-elected leader of the Fatah movement.

Cerebras pops 68% in Nasdaq debut, pushing the AI chipmaker's market cap to $95 billion

Cerebras is taking advantage of a bull market for silicon, as the chipmaker becomes one of the most notable pureplay AI IPOs to date.

Paramount+ is exploring adding podcasts, following Netflix's lead

Paramount+ is exploring adding podcasts after introducing a short-form vertical video feed as part of David Ellison's tech push.

Macron ‘slap’ was sparked by texts with Iranian actress, book claims

An AI-generated tabloid magazine cover online claimed to show President Emmanuel Macron and Iranian-French actress Golshifteh Farahani together. The fake cover builds on claims from a new book about the Macrons by a French journalist, who alleges the pair had a “platonic” relatio

Polanski didn't vote in elections

Zack Polanski has admitted that he did not vote in last week's local elections - as he was not registered.

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Green Card Holders Targeted for Deportation by New ‘Removal Apparatus’

The Department of Homeland Security recently formed a unit tasked with revetting thousands of immigrants with permanent residency.

Judge allows Tennessee map favoring Republicans to move ahead

<p>U.S. Chief District Judge Chip Campbell on Thursday rejected Tennessee Democrats' <a href="https://www.axios.com/local/nashville/2026/05/08/lawsuits-challenge-tennessee-gop-house-map" target="_blank">request for a temporary restraining order</a> to stop the state from implemen

Vance in Maine: ‘Sometimes I get frustrated with Susan Collins’

Vice President Vance on Thursday stumped for Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) as she seeks reelection, though he told voters that he is sometimes “frustrated” with her. The vice president was in the Pine Tree State to deliver remarks on the Trump administration’s “efforts to combat f

US tourist arrested for allegedly throwing rock at endangered Hawaiian monk seal

A tourist from Washington state is facing federal charges after a witness recorded what prosecutors say was a video of him hurling a coconut-sized rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal just off a Maui beach last week. Igor Mykhaylovych Lytvynchuk, 38, made arrangements to surr

Who are the main contenders to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister?

Streeting accused Starmer of creating a ‘vacuum’ in the Labour party where vision is needed.

Organizers of Toronto Al-Quds Day rally sue Ford for defamation

The organizers behind Toronto’s annual Al-Quds Day rally are suing Premier Doug Ford for defamation, alleging that commentary he made about the rally was motivated by “malice” and displays racism.

Soon after John quit the Liberal Party, the strange phone calls started

When John Ternel quit the Victorian Liberal Party this week the party mistakenly sent an email to members saying he had died. Mr Ternel says the ordeal confirmed to him that the Victorian Liberals are in shambles.

No bar on reinvestigating claims regarding former UL president, court told

Lawyers for third-level institution told High Court it is entitled to consider new evidence as it emerges

Czech police detain suspect in theft of medieval saint's skull from church

<p>PRAGUE, May 14 - Czech police detained a 35-year-old man suspected of stealing a revered 800-year-old saint's skull from a church in the northern Czech Republic this week, they said on Thursday.</p>

Marineland d’Antibes : la France veut rapidement envoyer les deux orques en Espagne

« Il appartient à Marineland et aux parcs espagnols de se mettre d’accord pour procéder au transfert qui est possible dans les semaines à venir », a déclaré le ministre délégué à la transition écologique, Mathieu Lefèvre.

CENTCOM head: War massively reduced Iran’s capabilities, but it’s still able to strike

Top US military commander in Mideast tells Senate committee that Tehran's defense industry set back by 90%, but IRGC remains major force running Iran The post CENTCOM head: War massively reduced Iran’s capabilities, but it’s still able to strike appeared first on The Times of Isr

More civility on campus – and perhaps beyond

Across the U.S., colleges and universities are recentering a core purpose of higher education: equipping young people with the civic skills of open inquiry, free speech, and mutual respect, all essential to a thriving democracy.

Ship reported seized off UAE as Strait traffic increases

A ship was reported seized off the coast of the United Arab Emirates and was heading for Iranian waters today, a British navy agency said, as the US and Chinese leaders met in Beijing to discuss global problems including the Iran war.

Bolivian miners clash with police in La Paz, demand president’s resignation

<p>LA PAZ, May 14 - Explosions were heard during violent clashes in La Paz on Thursday, as mining groups took to the streets, calling for the resignation of centrist President Rodrigo Paz.</p>

83-year-old Rep. Frederica Wilson eyes reelection despite Hill absence

<p>Rep. <a href="https://www.axios.com/2017/12/15/john-kelly-told-incorrect-story-about-florida-congresswoman-1513306347" target="_blank">Frederica Wilson</a> (D-Fla.) has told allies in her district that she plans to run for reelection despite her nearly month-long absence from

Israel’s Lebanon Strategy Is Self-Defeating

A weakened state can’t disarm Hezbollah.

Mbappe and Dembele head up star-studded France World Cup squad

Kylian Mbappe will spearhead France at the World Cup as national team coach Didier Deschamps announces his 26-man squad.

Detenido en Alicante uno de los fugitivos más buscados del Reino Unido, horas antes de que se pidiera colaboración para arrestarlo

La Guardia Civil detiene a Simon Dutton, de 49 años, por presuntos delitos de tráfico de drogas y falsedad documental

I build homes for billionaires. Here are 5 features my ultrawealthy clients request — and what I tell them not to do.

Manny A. Varas, Miami developer known as the "Billionaire's Builder," discusses luxury home trends and what his wealthy clients want in their homes.

Ecoles privées : 442 mises en demeure et six signalements après les contrôles des établissements privés sous contrat, selon le ministre de l’éducation

Selon Edouard Geffray, 1 135 contrôles ont été achevés, 400 sont en cours, et 900 sont programmés d’ici à la fin de l’année.

Iran, Taiwan, and trade: Trump’s high‑stakes return to Beijing

As Trump meets Xi in Beijing for the first time in nine years, can trade war, Taiwan and Iran tensions be contained?

House Panel to Probe Illegal Visa Use by 'Birth Tourism' Businesses

A House Committee launched a visa fraud probe into several companies that specialize in "birth tourism." two GOP comgressman said. The post House Panel to Probe Illegal Visa Use by ‘Birth Tourism’ Businesses appeared first on Breitbart .

Huppert, Cassel and Sandra Hüller light up Cannes 2026 as Farhadi and Pawlikowski premiere new films

The stars are out in force on the Croisette tonight as Asghar Farhadi unveils 'Parallel Tales', bringing together an extraordinary French cast including Virginie Efira, Pierre Niney, Isabelle Huppert, Vincent Cassel and a special appearance from Catherine Deneuve. Meanwhile, Pawe

Audemars Piguet and Swatch's new pocket watch collab has fans camping outside stores for days

Swatch and Audemars Piguet's Royal Pop drop has fans camping in Times Square. The pocket watch collaboration has drawn excitement and division.

Russia pummels Kyiv, killing at least 10 as advance in the east slows

Russia pummelled Kyiv for hours early on Thursday, firing hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles in an attack that killed at least 10 people and further shredded hopes of a halt to Moscow's grinding invasion. FRANCE 24's August Hakansson reports.

Egypt unveils two colorfully decorated, restored, New Kingdom tombs in Luxor

Burial chambers Rabuya and his son Samut from 18th Dynasty contain scenes of activities including agriculture, harvest, crafts, bread, pottery and wine production The post Egypt unveils two colorfully decorated, restored, New Kingdom tombs in Luxor appeared first on The Times of

Bond market believes Fed behind the curve on inflation as Warsh takes over

Bond traders are hoping that the central bank's easing bias is replaced with a skewed view toward tightening.

A MAGA Politician Made a Reality TV Show. The Funding Source Is … Suspicious.

The venture is underwritten by a bizarre nonprofit with no other apparent purpose than to demonstrate how fun road trips are.

BRICS consensus on West Asia uncertain as Iran, UAE spar at meeting

BRICS foreign ministers are struggling to agree on a joint statement concerning West Asia. Tensions flared between the UAE and Iran during the meeting. Iran accused the UAE of direct involvement in aggression. India's External Affairs Minister stressed the importance of consensus

Time for the <i>Times</i> to Retract the Israeli-Rape Column

The newspaper’s defense of Nicholas Kristof’s column is indefensible.

Egypt exhibits Tutankhamun tomb artifact and two restored New Kingdom tombs in Luxor

<p>LUXOR, Egypt, May 14 - Egyptian authorities on Thursday exhibited a plaster blocking wall of King Tutankhamun's tomb in Luxor and unveiled two restored ancient tombs on the West Bank of the city that date back to the New Kingdom and contain scenes of daily life and funerary ri

'Most wanted' British man who imported large amounts of cocaine arrested in Spain

A "most wanted" British man who imported large amounts of cocaine into the UK has been arrested in Spain.

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Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump started a crucial series of meetings in Beijing on Thursday in the U.S.-China summit. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Garret Martin, Lecturer and Co-Director Transatlantic Policy Center at the American University School of International

How Crypto Billionaires Are Trying to Buy a Senate Seat in Alabama

From a billionaire’s perspective, a US Senate seat can be tantalizingly cheap. In 2022, Peter Thiel bought one for his former employee JD Vance with $15 million in independent campaign expenditures—a pittance for an oligarch whose net worth has increased by about $12 million per

Man guilty of attempt to murder police in Co Tyrone attack claimed by New IRA

Judge rejected suggestions of bomb attack being ‘elaborate incident to scare or terrorise’ police

US Air Force rescues 11 after plane crashes into waters off Florida coast

US Air Force footage showed the rescue of 11 people after a private plane crashed into the Atlantic Ocean

Post Office to oppose second Capture scandal case at Court of Appeal

The Post Office will oppose a second criminal appeal linked to its faulty Capture computer system, Sky News has learned.

"The Politics of Jobless Prosperity"

A very interesting article by my Hoover Institution colleague Andy Hall (who is also at the Stanford Graduate School of… The post "The Politics of Jobless Prosperity" appeared first on Reason.com.

Bessent discusses investment board, expanding US-China trade with Trump in Beijing

President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met on Thursday and discussed topics ranging from market access for U.S. businesses in China to the Strait of Hormuz.

W.H.O. Claims 'Global Health Financing Emergency' in Report Revealing Major Progress

World Health Organization (W.H.O.) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned that the world is facing a "global health financing emergency" in the latest edition of the agency's World Health Statistics report, published on Wednesday. The post W.H.O. Claims ‘Global Health Financing

The pathetic demise of Keir Starmer

Just as his 2024 election victory signaled the demise of the Conservative Party, his loss last week portends the death of Labour Read Full Article at RT.com

Trump’s Tech Posse in China, Who’s Winning in Musk v. Altman, and Hantavirus Conspiracy Theories

Today on Uncanny Valley, we discuss how Donald Trump’s visit to China could influence conversations between world leaders at a moment when the economic and foreign policy stakes couldn’t be higher.

Alex Murdaugh’s Murder Convictions Were Just Overturned. The Reason Why Is Wild.

The person responsible is “unbelievable.”

Debate: How long will Keir Starmer try to hang on?

After days of upheaval, an official leadership challenge is on the cards, with the mayor of Manchester, Andy Burnham, making another bid to return to Westminster as an MP.

Environment Agency must ‘rethink inspection regime’ says watchdog

The Environment Agency is already under fire over its failure to prosecute polluting water firms and reduce illegal waste dumps.

Mike Johnson, Lollygagger of the House

The impotent speaker’s tenure has lawmakers taking matters into their own hands.

What does the US hope to achieve from Lebanon-Israel talks?

As Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue, Hezbollah opposes ceasefire talks in Washington.

Iran expands tiered internet access amid continued online blackout

Iranians have had limited internet access during the war, with the government now looking at tiered services.

NHS sees biggest improvement in waiting times in 16 years

In his resignation letter today, Wes Streeting said he was departing as Health Secretary with the NHS "on the road to recovery", pointing to figures out today.

Russia escalates bombardment of Ukraine with relentless strikes on Kyiv

Russia has hit Ukraine with almost continuous rounds of missiles and drones for a second day running.

Anthropic exec's message to parents of college grads: Know you're not alone, and the jobs market won't be uncertain forever

Anthropic Labs chief Mike Krieger said there will remain some innately human areas that AI won't affect anytime soon.

Xi warns Taiwan could become source of US-China conflict

The red carpet has been rolled out for Donald Trump for a two-day summit with Xi Jinping.

Notre critique de Quelques mots d’amour : mon père, ce zéro

UN CERTAIN REGARD - Cette comédie de Rudi Rosenberg, qui met en scène Hafsia Herzi en mère célibataire, a conquis la salle lors de sa présentation à Cannes. Une plongée à Sarcelles en 1995 aussi drôle que juste.

Montero compara las elecciones andaluzas con el referéndum por la autonomía de 1980

Zapatero pide a los progresistas que “voten a quien tiene fuerza: el PSOE”

Leadership contest would ‘derail’ progress – chancellor

The UK economy expanded by 0.6% in the first three months of this year.

Iran and UAE clash at Brics foreign ministers' meeting

<p>Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused the United Arab Emirates (UAE) of direct involvement in military operations against his country during a Brics meeting in New Delhi on Thursday, Iranian state media reported.</p> <p>The spat comes a day after the UAE <a href="http

Early Memorial Day Tech Deals: Sony, Apple, Beats (2026)

Lots of our most-recommended headphones, power banks, and other gadgets are on sale for Memorial Day.

Trump hails Xi talks at grand Beijing banquet attended by leaders, CEOs

<p>US President Donald Trump hailed “extremely positive” talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Thursday, in remarks made at an opulent banquet in Beijing attended by top leaders and American business figures, including Elon Musk and Tim Cook.</p> <p>His trip to Beijing

Angus Taylor promises permanent tax cuts and to reinstate all negative gearing

The Coalition would repeal all of Labor's negative gearing and capital gains changes and spend $22.5 billion over four years handing back tax "bracket creep" to workers if elected.

‘Historic responsibility’ to stop Farage, says Scottish secretary of state

We spoke to Douglas Alexander, Secretary of State for Scotland on what Andy Burnham running for by-election means for Labour.

Burnham is coming back to parliament ‘to be prime minister’ – Labour MP

We spoke to Labour MP Clive Lewis, who has been vocal in calling for Keir Starmer to go and even offered to give up his seat in Norwich South so that Andy Burnham could stand in a by-election.

Canadian city mayor denies using AI for government decisions

Mayor of the Canadian city of Vancouver Ken Sim has denied using AI systems to make government decisions after backlash Read Full Article at RT.com

I'm an influencer stuck in hantavirus quarantine. I have complicated feelings about my sudden fame.

Jake Rosmarin is an influencer who's been in quarantine after the hantavirus outbreak. He hoped to grow his following, but not this way.

US Border Patrol chief resigns, in latest Trump team shake-up

The head of US Border Patrol, the agency tasked with securing the nation’s frontiers and increasingly tapped by the Trump administration for immigration operations in American cities, announced his resignation Thursday. Michael Banks’ decision, announced in a Fox News interview a

UK health secretary resigns, setting up potential leadership challenge to Starmer

Wes Streeting says he's lost confidence in premier, who should not serve out rest of his term; another possible challenger, ex-deputy PM Rayner, says she's ready for contest The post UK health secretary resigns, setting up potential leadership challenge to Starmer appeared first

Can Burnham win over Makerfield constituency?

Winning the Makerfield by-election could be a major challenge for Andy Burnham, as he is eyeing up a new role in Westminster.

Labour in crisis: Andy Burnham prepares challenge to Starmer

Andy Burnham has confirmed that he will try to run for parliament after Labour MP Josh Simons says he'll resign to make way for him.

Pete Hegseth Can't Explain Why America Needs a $1.5 Trillion Military Budget

Sen. Mark Kelly says it "feels like that number was just kind of pulled out of thin air."

Judge orders Trump administration to return Colombian woman deported to DRC back to the US

<p>Judge called Adriana Maria Quiroz Zapata’s deportation to the Democratic Republic of Congo ‘likely illegal’</p><p>A federal judge has ordered the <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/trump-administration">Trump administration</a> to bring a Colombian woman back to the

Iran accuses United Arab Emirates of being 'active partner' in US-Israeli war

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused the United Arab Emirates on Thursday of playing an active role in the US-Israeli war against his country. Araghchi also referred to what Israel has described as a "secret" meeting in the UAE during the war between Prime Minister Benj

No bar on new investigation into former president - UL

Lawyers for the University of Limerick (UL) have told the High Court that there is no bar on the college launching any new investigation into their former president, who was previously alleged to have misled a Government finance committee.

Accidental death recorded at inquest of young jockey injured in fence fall

Michael O’Sullivan (24) suffered a fatal fall at the final fence at Thurles Racecourse

What Happened in India’s West Bengal?

The BJP decisively ousted longtime leaders in the state, but last-minute changes to the voter rolls have fueled allegations of foul play.

Labour politicians jockey for possible challenge to UK's Starmer

British ​Labour lawmaker Josh Simons on Thursday said he would resign from his seat in parliament in a move ​designed ‌to give Greater Manchester Mayor Andy ⁠Burnham a chance to return to parliament and challenge Prime Minister ‌Keir Starmer. FRANCE 24's Béédicte Paviot reports f

RTÉ revises 2024 top earning presenters to include Mooney

RTÉ has revised its top 10 highest-earning presenters for 2024 to include Derek Mooney after it said it "reconsidered what constitutes a presenter".

One dead and two ill after meningitis outbreak

Close contacts of people linked to a deadly meningitis outbreak in Reading are being offered antibiotics as a precaution.

Activist flotilla leaves Turkey for Gaza weeks after Israel intercepted previous convoy

Over 50 vessels carrying 500 activists — including pair released earlier this week after being arrested on similar flotilla two weeks ago — head to Strip, with Israel readying for interception The post Activist flotilla leaves Turkey for Gaza weeks after Israel intercepted previo

Israeli tech company aiming to cool the Earth with masses of tiny particles

Stardust Solutions wants to combat global warming by releasing millions of tons of particles to reflect small amounts of sunlight, NYT reports, but critics warn of dangers in playing with weather The post Israeli tech company aiming to cool the Earth with masses of tiny particles

Florida crew recounts ‘miraculous’ Atlantic plane rescue with fuel low

<p>All 11 onboard survived after the plane made an emergency landing near the Bahamas</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/news/2026/feb/17/sign-up-for-the-breaking-news-us-email-to-get-newsletter-alerts-direct-to-your-inbox?utm_medium=ACQUISITIONS_STANDFIRST&ut

It Was One of DOGE’s Most Absurd Abuses. A Court Finally Exposed It.

Projects were deemed wasteful “because they related to Blacks, women, Jews, Asian Americans, and Indigenous people.”

Poll suggests lead for SF's Boylan in Dublin Central

Sinn Féin's candidate in the Dublin Central bye-election, Janice Boylan, is leading the field on 21% first- preference support, an opinion poll has suggested.

Novo diz que v�deo de Zema contra Fl�vio mostra que ele n�o � linha auxiliar do bolsonarismo

O v�deo de <a href="https://www1.folha.uol.com.br/folha-topicos/romeu-zema/">Romeu Zema</a> (Novo-MG) com ataques a <a href="https://www1.folha.uol.com.br/folha-topicos/flavio-bolsonaro/">Fl�vio Bolsonaro</a> (<a href="https://www1.folha.uol.com.br/folha-topicos/pl/">PL</a>-RJ) a

2 men rape orphaned girls aged 11 and 12 for over a year in Bengaluru, post videos online

Two men have been arrested in Bengaluru for sexually abusing two minor girls, recording the acts, and uploading them online for profit. The arrests followed an alert from the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal.

Mother of three jailed for Brown Thomas designer jacket theft

Cathriona Joyce (39) and Caitlin Joyce (21) of St Brigid’s Lawn, Porterstown in Dublin were before Dublin Circuit Criminal Court on Thursday

Musk lawyers accuse OpenAI of deception in close of mega-trial

<p>Attorneys for Elon Musk wrapped up their case against OpenAI on Thursday, asserting in closing arguments that they've proven the AI giant <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/30/musk-openai-safety-grok" target="_blank">misused</a> the millions of dollars Musk donated and vio

WATCH: Teens save man’s life after stopping to change his tire

Three Florida teenagers speak to “GMA” about how their decision to stop and help a stranger ended up helping to save his life.

France, Netherlands say all hantavirus contact cases negative

<p>France’s health minister said Thursday that 26 people in France identified as close contacts of hantavirus cases linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship had tested negative for the illness.</p> <p>Dutch authorities also confirmed that all people who arrived in the Netherlands on

A 222-day Wordle streak had taken over my life. Losing it was painful — and completely liberating.

I organized my life around my Wordle streak. After 222 days, I broke it, and it was both painful and freeing.

China's Xi woos Trump with state banquet: Taiwan on the table?

From the Temple of Heaven to the Forbidden City, plenty of great power pageantry on display as the leaders of the world’s two mightiest nations toasted each other at an official state banquet.

Rose of Tralee condemns 'racism' directed at Dublin Rose

The Rose of Tralee International Festival has issued a strongly-worded statement condemning recent "targeted behaviour" towards the 2026 Dublin Rose Suad Mooge.

daa plan for Dublin Airport 'gobbledygook' - O'Leary

Ryanair chief executive Michael O'Leary has hit out at the operator of Dublin and Cork airports, the daa, dismissing its €5.6 billion plan to expand Dublin Airport as "gobbledygook".

Transgender Subpoena Leads To Transdistrict Struggle

A District Court in Rhode Island attempts to quash a subpoena issued by a District Court in Texas.

Trump says Xi offered help to open Hormuz, vowed not to arm Iran

US President Donald Trump on Thursday said President Xi Jinping had offered China's help to open the Strait of Hormuz and pledged not to send military equipment to aid Iran in its war against the US and Israel.

Conversa com Vorcaro encerra lua de mel de Fl�vio e pode ser fatal para campanha

Os di�logos entre <a href="https://www1.folha.uol.com.br/poder/2026/05/flavio-confirma-ter-pedido-dinheiro-a-vorcaro-para-filme-de-bolsonaro-mas-nega-ter-recebido-vantagens.shtml" rel="" target="">Fl�vio Bolsonaro e o banqueiro Daniel Vorcaro</a>, <a href="https://www1.folha.uol.

Reuters e Universidade de Durham abrem inscri��es para bolsa em jornalismo investigativo

Est�o abertas as inscri��es para a <a href="https://www.durham.ac.uk/sir-harry-evans-memorial-fund/global-fellowship/" rel="" target="_blank">Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship</a>, programa internacional de <a href="https://www1.folha.uol.com.br/folha-topicos/jornalismo/">jornali

Jury orders Boeing to pay $49.5 million to family of 737 MAX crash victim

A federal jury in Chicago awarded $49.5 million to the family of Samya Stumo, a young woman who was killed in the second of two Boeing 737 MAX crashes within months of each other in 2018 and 2019.

Remote workers are happier, but most forced back to office feel employer was justified

Two new studies found young people the most enthusiastic for remote working

High Court brushes off AG’s concern over Gofman meetings with Mossad official

Baharav-Miara's office fears incoming spy chief sought to influence the outcome of petitions against his appointment; High Court dismissive The post High Court brushes off AG’s concern over Gofman meetings with Mossad official appeared first on The Times of Israel .

Cuba runs out of diesel and fuel oil

Protests erupt as energy minister admits island has ‘absolutely no’ supplies or reserves

Family seek removal of Virgin Media documentary which includes body of brother

Alley Cat Films was given direct refusal by man’s sister to use footage, court hears

Kansas City is using ‘Midwestern pioneering spirit’ to host the World Cup

It might be the smallest U.S. city to host the FIFA World Cup this summer, but Kansas City organizers are hoping to be considered the mightiest by fans who will be arriving in the Midwest to celebrate the biggest single-sport tournament in the world.

Xi-Trump summit day 1: everything you need to know from the meeting in Beijing

We have put together stories from our coverage of Xi and Trump’s meeting in Beijing. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Thucydides Trap, personal touches – all you need to know from Xi-Trump summit so far The two leaders began the day

Face aux data centers, la contestation cherche à se faire entendre : « C’est difficile de s’opposer, la force de propagande des promoteurs est très importante »

Partout en France, les projets de centres de données se multiplient, dopés par les promesses de l’IA. Dans le même temps, les populations locales tentent d’empêcher la construction de ces infrastructures géantes et gourmandes en ressources.

Un vieux palais, un petit déjeuner sur le sable, une étrange bestiole… Le Festival de Cannes vu par Éric Neuhoff

Chaque jour, le critique de cinéma du Figaro livre ses impressions en direct de la Croisette. Aujourd’hui, le passé revient en force.

As Trump meets with Xi, security expert says China now faces the U.S. as a peer

Former national security official Rush Doshi says President Trump's sky-high tariffs on Chinese goods sparked a clash in which China prevailed. We look at the current state of U.S.-China relations.

Civil servants’ asset declarations to be made public in redacted form, says govt

<p>ISLAMABAD: The government on Thursday said that IMF-mandated asset declarations of civil servants would be made publicly accessible in a redacted form to ensure both transparency and personal privacy.</p> <p>The declaration of government officials’ assets is <a href="https://w

Fl�vio Bolsonaro sobe e pode cair em nome do pai

Um senador da Rep�blica pedindo dinheiro ao operador de escandalosa fraude financeira, a quem trata de "irm�o", � tudo menos uma transa��o corriqueira "de um filho procurando patroc�nio privado para um filme privado sobre a hist�ria do pr�prio pai".<br> <br> A <a href="https://ww

El crucero confinado en Burdeos por un brote de gastroenteritis partirá el viernes rumbo a España

El barco, con 1.700 personas a bordo, fue confinado el miércoles tras la muerte de un pasajero y después de que decenas de personas presentaran síntomas como diarrea o vómitos

Transport authority disputes PAC report claiming new ticketing system is €41m over budget

Key IT projects at Government departments and State agencies set to run €61m over budget

Rayner open to Cabinet return – but still feels ‘bitter’ over treatment from No 10

Angela Rayner’s allies claim that if she were to return, she would like to become education secretary

King Charles comforts wounded Jewish community in London’s Golders Green

Visit comes weeks after terrorist stabbing attack wounded two and arsonists torched ambulances of Jewish EMT service amid unprecedented wave of violent antisemitism The post King Charles comforts wounded Jewish community in London’s Golders Green appeared first on The Times of Is

BRICS nations must shatter US ‘sense of impunity’ – Iranian FM

BRICS member states must join forces to “shatter” the US’ sense of superiority and impunity, Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi has said Read Full Article at RT.com

EN DIRECT, hantavirus : les Etats-Unis renforcent, discrètement, leur dispositif sanitaire

Selon le « Wall Street Journal », les autorités ont notamment réalloué des forces pour la prévention. En France, les tests des 26 cas contacts de la passagère morte d’une infection sont revenus négatifs.

Marco Rubio: Cuba Rejected $100 Million Humanitarian Aid Package from U.S.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the Cuban regime rejected a $100 million U.S. humanitarian assistance package for the Cuban people. The post Marco Rubio: Cuba Rejected $100 Million Humanitarian Aid Package from U.S. appeared first on Breitbart .

Shots Fired in Philippine Senate as Drug War Enforcer Evades International Warrant

Gunshots rang out in the Philippine Senate on Wednesday as Senator Ronald Marapon “Bato” dela Rosa sought to escape an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity during his time as former President Rodrigo Duterte’s chief drug w

Xi warns Trump of ‘clashes and even conflicts’ with US over Taiwan

<p>Trump says China’s president also pledged ‘strongly’ not to send weapons to Iran, after two-hour meeting between the leaders</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/15/trump-china-visit-live-updates-xi-jinping-talks-meeting-summit-latest-news">Tr

Delta won't use Starlink. Elon Musk is not happy.

Instead of picking Starlink, Delta tapped Amazon LEO to become its in-flight WiFi provider, sparking apparent irritation from Musk.

Trump Doesn’t Want to Fight Inflation

He was elected to tackle one problem. Instead, he’s made it worse.

Settlers assault left-wing activist in West Bank; IDF detains activists instead of attackers

Footage captures two settlers attacking Peace Now director; authorities say they held left-wing activists after receiving report that they were the ones who carried out attack The post Settlers assault left-wing activist in West Bank; IDF detains activists instead of attackers ap

Why the anti-abortion movement is disappointed in Trump

If you talk to folks in the anti-abortion movement, they’re pretty disappointed about the state of things in the US. Despite the headline victories they’ve achieved in recent years — like, say, the overturning of Roe v. Wade (1973) — they thought they’d be accomplishing a lot mor

Cannes 2026 : en compétition, « Fatherland » creuse les ombres de l’histoire européenne, sur les pas de Thomas Mann

Le réalisateur polonais Pawel Pawlikowski, maître du noir et blanc, suit le retour en Allemagne de l’écrivain après la guerre, dans un pays détruit et déchiré, à l’image de sa famille.

In Iran, What Now?

There’s no avoiding blunt reality.

Lula sugere veto a IA na elei��o e, sem citar Fl�vio Bolsonaro, diz que 'verdade n�o falha'

O presidente <a href="https://www1.folha.uol.com.br/folha-topicos/lula/">Lula</a> (PT) sugeriu nesta quinta-feira (14) a senadores aliados da Bahia que propusessem uma medida legislativa para vetar o<a href="https://www1.folha.uol.com.br/poder/2026/05/inteligencia-artificial-prov

Pope Leo slams Europe’s military buildup as ‘betrayal’ of diplomacy

Pope Leo XIV has decried rising European military spending, warning the world was being “maimed by wars” Read Full Article at RT.com

Canadian-developed technology helps new telescope probe mysteries of the cosmos

The work of researchers from across Canada is at the heart of a massive new telescope that could help unlock some of the biggest mysteries of the universe from its perch at one of the highest elevations in the world.

Tim Can’t Stop Laughing at Rand Paul’s Son’s Twitter Name

Tim Miller, Sarah Longwell, and JVL are doing a bonus not-quite-TNL to take on Trump’s staggering $10 billion lawsuit scheme against the federal government, the MAGA civil war over Thomas Massie, and the surreal Capitol Hill bar confrontation involving Rand Paul’s son, antisemiti

Vancouver Canucks name Sedin twins, Ryan Johnson to front office

Canucks owner Francesco Aquilini has named Daniel and Henrik Sedin as the new co-presidents of the club, and Ryan Johnson as the 13th general manager of the team.

Weekly quiz: Which animal delivered the King's birthday card to Sir David Attenborough?

How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Nicolas Mayer-Rossignol met une proposition sur la table afin de sortir le PS de l’impasse pour 2027

Depuis le départ de Boris Vallaud de la direction du parti, son premier secrétaire, Olivier Faure, est devenu minoritaire. Le courant du maire de Rouen suggère que le Parti socialiste invite ses partenaires à construire une « plateforme programmatique » pour la présidentielle et

Donald Trump annonce que la Chine va acheter «200 gros» avions à Boeing

Le président américain a fait cette déclaration dans une interview à Fox News jeudi. L’action du constructeur américain a toutefois plongé de plus de 5% en Bourse car le marché attendait une plus grosse commande.

Iran lässt chinesische Schiffe die Straße von Hormus passieren – indischer Frachter gesunken

China erhält für die Durchfahrt durch die Straße von Hormus Berichten zufolge Sonderrechte. Die Lage in der strategisch wichtigen Meerenge bleibt unterdessen unübersichtlich: Ein Schiff wurde beschlagnahmt, ein indischer Frachter sank nach einer Attacke.

El ministro británico de Sanidad, Wes Streeting, dimite para acelerar el reemplazo de Starmer

Asegura que ha perdido la confianza en el primer ministro, pero evita activar el mecanismo de primarias. El alcalde de Mánchester encuentra una vía para un regreso al Parlamento

I paid $1,000 for a professional organizer to fix my home. Here's what actually changed.

Paying a professional organizer to help declutter and organize my home and kids' toys was mostly worth it. Here are the best tips I learned.

Donald Trump reçu à Pékin avec faste et une sévère mise en garde

Pour la visite du président américain, Xi Jinping a soigné l’apparat, tout en se montrant très ferme sur la question de Taïwan, dossier qui conditionne tout le reste de la relation avec Washington.

Israel's defense minister condemns soccer star Lamine Yamal for flying Palestinian flag

<img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_4160,w_6240/721097' alt='A mural painted by Palestinian artists depicts soccer star Lamine Yamal, who waved a Palestinian flag during Barcelona's LaLiga victory parade, on

When Businesspeople Run Government, the Government Doesn't Become a Business

Central planning from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, President Donald Trump, and others reflects a fundamental misunderstanding of what makes private markets work.

Key excerpts from Streeting's resignation letter as he quits as health secretary

He quits as health secretary after days of speculation that he is preparing to launch a leadership challenge against Sir Keir Starmer.

Canadian Pacific cleared of liability in Lac-Mégantic train disaster

The Canadian Pacific Railway Company has been cleared of all liability in the Lac-Mégantic, Que., train disaster that claimed 47 lives in 2013. Several parties, including the victims and their families, were attempting to sue the rail carrier for its role in the disaster.

UCF Commencement Speaker Draws Boos After A.I. Remarks

Humanities students made their displeasure known at the University of Central Florida.

Pay Attention

Essential advice for the class of 2026

Alex Karp is gobsmacked that Germany's military is snubbing Palantir

CEO Alex Karp expressed surprise at the German military's stance on Palantir and made the case for Ukrainian defense technologies.

«Nous recevions 100 réservations par jour, maintenant c’est 50 »: la crise au Moyen-Orient pèse aussi à Djerba

La pleine saison démarre dans le spot touristique tunisien. Les voyageurs avec réservation n’ont pas annulé, mais les prises de commandes tournent au ralenti en raison des prix des billets d’avion.

My Wife Wants to Get Rid of My Daughter’s New Toy to “Protect” Our Son. This Is Not a Realistic Approach.

He's gotta learn to deal.

My Husband and My Son Have a New Hobby. It Involves Terrible Cruelty.

I'm horrified.

Reuse of vacant buildings could meet 40% of Dublin’s housing targets, report finds

Refurbishment should be pursued instead of demolition to meet climate and housing objectives, researchers say

Trump’s Deceitful Medicaid Fraud Campaign Comes to California

The Trump administration is withholding $1.3 billion in Medicaid reimbursement payments to California after officials alleged that the state failed to prosecute fraud in its own Medicaid program. “There are California taxpayers and American taxpayers who are being defrauded becau

Rafa Nadal opens his museum in Mallorca and rules out role in Real Madrid elections

The new Rafa Nadal Museum has opened in Manacor as an immersive tour of the great Spanish tennis player's career. But his sporting past was slightly overshadowed as he denied any links with Enrique Riquelme's candidacy in the Real Madrid elections and expressed his respect for Fl

Researchers unearth Southeast Asia's largest dinosaur

They're calling it the "last titan" of Thailand. The sauropod — an herbivore with a long neck and tail — comes from the late Early Cretaceous period, some 100 to 120 million years ago.

Iran’s small businesses collapse under war, inflation and internet blackout

Prices for some goods have tripled or quadrupled within a matter of months. At least two million people have lost their jobs, the currency has lost 60% of its value, the international internet has been shut down for more than 75 days, and there is no end in sight. This is the rea

The Antipreemption Court

Another decision where the conservatives line up against federal preemption.