NBA All-Defense Teams for 2025–26 Season: Victor Wembanyama, Rudy Gobert Headline This Year’s Defensive Honors
The full All-Defense teams for the 2025–26 NBA season.
Sports Illustrated
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Kyle Busch, two-time Nascar champion, dies aged 41
Nascar says it is ‘heartbroken’ to share news of Busch’s death after he was hospitalized with a severe illness
The Guardian - US
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New Fed chief faces immediate pressure
With Kevin Warsh taking the helm at the US Federal Reserve this month, succeeding chairman Jerome Powell, all eyes are on the policies of the hand-picked candidate of President Donald Trump.
Bangkok Post
7 min read
Trump pledges an additional 5,000 troops for Poland in apparent u-turn
The US president’s announcement comes a day before Nato foreign ministers are due to meet, with Marco Rubio criticising the alliance’s failure to help with Iran
The Guardian - AU
5 min read
Britney Spears was 'confrontational' and 'flamboyant' but tested low for alcohol during DUI stop
Britney Spears refused to exit her BMW for about 10 minutes during a DUI arrest in March
The Independent UK
4 min read
Trump news at a glance: sidelined Tulsi Gabbard resigns as US director of national intelligence
Gabbard leaves after tumultuous stint during which she was largely left out as Donald Trump launched attacks on Venezuela and Iran – key US politics stories from Friday 22 May at a glance
The Guardian - US
5 min read
Alex Jones faces new defamation suit as housing developer sues over host’s social media comments
In a video released earlier this year, Jones and a guest described the neighborhood as a hub of cartel activity
The Independent UK
3 min read
Tracee Ellis Ross Couldn't Decide On One Nail Color, So Obviously, She Wore 10 for a Chic Mismatched Manicure
My summer nails are about to get an upgrade.
Marie Claire
2 min read
Dear England: James Graham’s rousing, joyful football drama will make you cry and shout at the TV
This stellar adaptation of James Graham’s award-winning play is a stirring take on national identity – even if not all the actors look like the real footballers. Put it this way, Wayne Rooney will be very pleased indeed
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Was It a Mask or AI Deep-Fake? Robert Harward's Bizarre Interview on Fox News Has People Buzzing [Videos]
A Fox News interview with retired Navy SEAL Robert Harward has ignited online conspiracy theories, as viewers speculate about his appearance, suggesting he wore a mask or was digitally altered.
International Business Times UK
6 min read
If you have stiffness in your back and shoulders, a Pilates instructor recommends these two beginner-friendly exercises
Beginners love these moves, according to the trainer
Fit & Well
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The Science of Blood Circulation and Its Role in Oxygen Nutrient Transport and Hormone Delivery
Learn how blood circulation enables oxygen delivery nutrient transport and hormone delivery to every cell supporting energy balance and overall body function and health optimal.
Medical Daily
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Ginger for Nausea and Pain That Gently Supports Digestion and Anti Inflammatory Benefits
Learn how ginger helps ease nausea, reduce pain, support healthy digestion, and offer anti-inflammatory benefits, plus simple ways to add this powerful kitchen staple to daily life.
Medical Daily
8 min read
Tuna has overtaken cod as the UK’s top-selling seafood – here’s why
Awesome, unexpected and unforgettable: a sudden bolt of silver as a tuna jumped clear of the sea. Nobody else saw it, and I (Angus Atkinson) almost thought I was hallucinating. But since I first saw one from a boat just off the south Devon coast ten years ago, Atlantic bluefin…
The Conversation
5 min read
Super Ozempic? New weight-loss drug sees even better results in recent study
Many of the patients who tested the drug lost about 30 percent of their body weight — a loss comparable to the result of bariatric surgery
The Independent UK
4 min read
China just installed a giant floating wind turbine and it could change the future of clean energy
A world record-breaking floating offshore wind turbine with a capacity of 16 megawatts has been installed in China, creating an outstanding record in clean energy and offshore wind turbine technology. The wind turbine, nicknamed the "Three Gorges Pilot," is expected to produce enough electricity to supply power to some 4,200…
The Times of India
5 min read
5 unusual annual climbers to plant now – cover ugly fences and overlooked corners in beautifully unique blooms all summer long
Take your pick from these fabulous annual climbers that have great coverage – enough to hide ugly fences, walls and provide privacy
Ideal Home
8 min read
Scottish brewer scoops silver at prestigious national beer awards
A SCOTTISH brewer has scooped the silver award from a prestigious national beer competition.
The National (Scotland)
3 min read
An expert trainer says walking faster can strengthen your bones, improve your circulation and help you to lose weight—here’s how to increase your walking pace
Good reasons to pick up the pace
Fit & Well
5 min read
Living Supermaterial: Scientists create a plastic alternative that’s stronger, smarter and fully biodegradable. Here’s everything to know
Scientists have created a new supermaterial using bacteria-grown cellulose. This material is strong, flexible, and biodegradable. It offers a sustainable alternative to plastic for packaging and manufacturing. The innovation promises to reduce plastic pollution and reliance on fossil fuels. This breakthrough could lead to greener industries and a shift towards…
The Economic Times
5 min read
Trump claims he will speak to Taiwan’s president, departing from decades-long diplomatic norms
US and Taiwanese presidents have not spoken directly since Washington shifted diplomatic recognition to Beijing from Taipei in 1979
The Guardian - AU
4 min read
Kyle Busch, two-time Nascar champion, dies aged 41
Nascar says it is ‘heartbroken’ to share news of Busch’s death after he was hospitalized with a severe illness
The Guardian - US
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Trump pledges an additional 5,000 troops for Poland in apparent u-turn
The US president’s announcement comes a day before Nato foreign ministers are due to meet, with Marco Rubio criticising the alliance’s failure to help with Iran
The Guardian - AU
5 min read
Trump news at a glance: sidelined Tulsi Gabbard resigns as US director of national intelligence
Gabbard leaves after tumultuous stint during which she was largely left out as Donald Trump launched attacks on Venezuela and Iran – key US politics stories from Friday 22 May at a glance
The Guardian - US
5 min read
California: 40,000 people ordered to evacuate over chemical leak fears
Authorities in Orange county say tank holding methyl methacrylate ‘actively in crisis’ and urge residents to leave
The Guardian - US
3 min read
Argentine freed from Venezuelan prison urges pressure to release remaining prisoners
Argentine Nahuel Gallo, who spent 448 days imprisoned in Venezuela, is calling for the international community to increase pressure on the government of interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez to release other prisoners
The Independent UK
4 min read
40,000 people under evacuation orders after a chemical tank leak in Southern California
About 40,000 people are under evacuation orders and schools have shut down in Southern California due to a hazardous chemical leak
The Independent UK
3 min read
US green card applicants will now have to return to home countries to apply, DHS says
Change criticized by advocates marks the latest significant move by the Trump administration on immigration policy
The Guardian - US
3 min read
Behavior of teen in mosque shooting led police to seize family guns a year before attack
Court records reveal new details about one of two teenagers who killed three people at a San Diego mosque
The Independent UK
5 min read
The turbulent 15 months of Trump’s unlikely US intelligence director
Over 15 months, the ex-Democrat without an intelligence background took actions seemingly meant to flatter Trump
The Guardian - US
8 min read
Oil prices settle higher on slow progress in US-Iran peace talks
Oil prices saw a volatile week as hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal, which would normalize shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, fluctuated. Despite some positive signals from U.S. officials and Pakistani facilitation, significant gaps remain, particularly on uranium stockpiles. Global oil inventories are depleting rapidly due to the disruption,…
The Economic Times
4 min read
Class-action price-fixing lawsuit targets hard drive component makers as costs skyrocket — 13-year scheme allegedly drove up prices for major HDD brands
Class-action lawsuit filed against HDD suspension assembly makers
Tom’s Hardware
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Wall Street Week Ahead: Soaring stocks could face rocky patch as earnings wind down, yields perk up
US stocks face potential headwinds as a strong earnings season concludes. Investors are shifting focus to rising inflation and bond yields, with the PCE price index due Thursday. Futures now price in a potential Fed rate hike later in 2026, a stark contrast to earlier expectations. Key reports from Salesforce…
The Economic Times
5 min read
Was Boeing responsible for deadly crashes that killed 346? What US jury said
LOT had demanded $250 million in damages, accusing Boeing of misleading airlines about the safety of the MAX jets before the Lion Air and Ethiopian Airlines disasters killed 346 people and triggered a worldwide suspension of the aircraft. But after hearing the case in a Seattle federal court, jurors sided…
The Times of India
2 min read
US jury finds Boeing not guilty in 737 MAX grounding lawsuit
A US jury has ruled that Boeing is not liable for lost revenue claimed by Polish airline LOT in a lawsuit concerning the 737 MAX. LOT had accused the aerospace giant of fraud and sought $250 million after the jets were grounded for 20 months following two fatal crashes.
The Economic Times
3 min read
A mere 16% of Americans give high marks to the economy in what could be Trump’s undoing in midterms
High gas prices and rising inflation could spell disaster for Republicans in the midterms
The Independent UK
3 min read
Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish on Extra Space Storage Stock?
While Extra Space Storage has considerably underperformed the broader market over the past 52 weeks, Wall Street analysts maintain a moderately optimistic outlook about the stock’s prospects.
Barchart
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Lockheed Martin Stock: Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish?
Despite Lockheed Martin’s underperformance relative to the broader market over the past 52 weeks, Wall Street analysts maintain a moderately optimistic outlook on the stock’s prospects.
Barchart
3 min read
Are Wall Street Analysts Bullish on Parker-Hannifin Stock?
Parker-Hannifin has outperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts remain highly optimistic about the stock’s prospects.
Barchart
2 min read
Top Pension Fund Faces Fresh Scrutiny After Independent Probe Alleges Secrecy, Weak Returns And Oversight Gaps
The California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), the nation's largest public pension fund, has been hampered by secrecy, chronic underperformance, understated investment costs and potential conflicts of interest, according to a new report.
International Business Times
5 min read
Was It a Mask or AI Deep-Fake? Robert Harward's Bizarre Interview on Fox News Has People Buzzing [Videos]
A Fox News interview with retired Navy SEAL Robert Harward has ignited online conspiracy theories, as viewers speculate about his appearance, suggesting he wore a mask or was digitally altered.
International Business Times UK
6 min read
The lawyers versus engineers battle: A unique way to look at the US-China rivalry
Trump and Xi met, and there was the usual avalanche of headlines about US-China rivalry: can the world’s two largest powers manage their competition responsibly, or are they destined to tumble into the so-called “Thucydides Trap” – where a rising power inevitably collides with an established one? Yet, the relationship…
The Times of India
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Who Is Dennis Morgan? The Man Who Shot Wife Taryn and Himself at Carsonville After Eerie Post
A tragic murder-suicide in Jefferson Township, Pennsylvania, leaves beloved teacher Taryn Morgan dead. The incident involved her husband, Dennis Morgan, and has shocked the local Halifax community.
International Business Times UK
4 min read
San Francisco immigration court shuts down after purge of judges, leaving asylum cases in chaos
San Francisco's main immigration court has closed, leaving chaos and dysfunction in a region long known for its friendliness to asylum seekers
The Independent UK
8 min read
Unexplained Flying Discs and Green Orbs: Pentagon Releases New Batch of Declassified UFO Files And Videos
The Pentagon has released new declassified UFO files, revealing unexplained phenomena. Trump's transparency push aims to shed light on these mysteries, though many questions remain unanswered.
International Business Times UK
7 min read
A SWAT Team Destroyed an Innocent Woman's Home. She's Been Waiting 6 Years for Justice.
Vicki Baker is more fortunate than several other similarly situated victims. But it took a very long time to get there.
Reason
4 min read
Confused about Big Bend area border wall plans? Here’s where things stand.
Plans for a border wall in the Big Bend region of West Texas have been marked by shifting, unannounced changes and have sparked widespread opposition
The Independent UK
9 min read
Tennessee Retirees Face New In-Home Caregiver Contract Rules Designed to Protect Finances
More retirees across Tennessee are choosing to age at home instead of moving into assisted living facilities or nursing homes. While staying at home often...
Saving Advice
6 min read
Weekly Brew: May 22, 2026
Since Congress passed the 1965 Voting Rights Act (VRA), prohibiting racial discrimination in voting nationwide, 10 states have passed state-level voting rights acts. The provisions of these laws vary, but they generally include policies that mirror or expand on the federal VRA.
Ballotpedia
4 min read
Haiti's children trapped by gangs face an uncertain future despite new UN security force
Haiti’s powerful gangs nearly tripled their recruitment of children in 2025. This year, a new UN-backed security force has begun deploying – but for the thousands of children already caught up in armed groups, the path back to a stable future remains uncertain.
France 24
10 min read
Tracee Ellis Ross Couldn't Decide On One Nail Color, So Obviously, She Wore 10 for a Chic Mismatched Manicure
My summer nails are about to get an upgrade.
Marie Claire
2 min read
Anne Hathaway On The Good-Humored Way Anna Wintour Handled The Devil Wears Prada’s Spoof Of Her
Iconic behavior.
Cinemablend
3 min read
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I Was Waiting For The Mandalorian And Grogu To Have Franchise-Changing Twists. Why I'm Glad I Was Wrong
Don't expect this movie to redefine Star Wars.
Cinemablend
4 min read
Seal pups were dying from a 'corkscrew killer' on a Canadian island. It turned out to be cannibals.
Dead seal pups on a Canadian island have been found with mysterious spiral-shaped injuries for years. The wounds were thought to be the work of sharks or boat propellers, but new research confirms a different cause.
LiveScience
5 min read
“If Garlic Was A Person”: 57 Savage Roasts That Prove Turning The Other Cheek Is Boring (New Pics)
There was once a time when we were taught to be kind. Turn the other cheek, be the better person and all that jazz. But nowadays, it literally pays to be cruel. Netflix roasts are a case in point. Millions tune in to watch a star-studded comedic line-up hurl profanities…
Bored Panda
10 min read
59 Wildest Confessions People Wanted To Get Off Their Chests
Carrying a secret can literally make you sick. But what if you really can't bring yourself to tell anyone what skeletons are hiding in your closet? You could always head over to a dark corner of the internet that's become somewhat of a digital confessional booth. Here are some of…
Bored Panda
8 min read
Did Ryan Seacrest Undergo Plastic Surgery? Unrecognisable Host Insists Everything Is Fine Amid Face Panic
Fans say Ryan Seacrest looks 'unrecognisable' in new public appearances and Instagram selfies, fuelling speculation about buccal fat removal and his rapid weight loss.
International Business Times UK
6 min read
Utah woman discovers apparent police token with a chilling death threat on the back
Disturbing, if real.
We Got This Covered
5 min read
This cryptocurrency billionaire will fly SpaceX's 1st private Starship to Mars, but when?
SpaceX says it will launch a private flyby mission to Mars that will be led by cryptocurrency billionaire Chun Wang, but when it will fly is unclear.
Space
7 min read
Shane Gillis Got Snarky After Chelsea Handler Tore Apart His Roast Of Kevin Hart
Bad blood?
Cinemablend
3 min read
Parking lots get hot and are bad for storm runoff. These groups are testing other options
Cities and other groups around the U.S. are using alternatives to traditional asphalt lots in order beat the heat and curb water runoff — especially as climate change worsens
The Independent UK
8 min read
Why Corpus Christi faces a looming water shortage, and what might help
Corpus Christi, Texas, home to the nation’s largest oil export hub, and its surrounding Coastal Bend area are in a water shortage that has residents, businesses, and industry carefully monitoring their water use and worried about a growing crisis.
The Conversation
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High Humidity Health Effects on Asthma, Fatigue, and Heat You Should Know
High humidity health risks include asthma flare ups fatigue and heat stress Learn how humidity affects breathing energy and temperature regulation and how to stay safe.
Medical Daily
9 min read
The US Constitution and laws do not protect oil companies from being sued over the harm they cause to the climate
In recent years, at least two dozen local and state governments have sued petroleum companies to recover the billions in costs they have incurred responding to and rebuilding after flooding, storms and wildfires – all of which have been worsened by changes to the climate resulting from burning fossil fuels.
The Conversation
9 min read
Colombia’s climate crossroads: Trumpism casts shadow over presidential battle
Colombia is a global leader in climate activism. Could US influence drag country to a future of mining and fracking?
The Guardian - UK
9 min read
Wildfire Embers Cause 90% of Home Ignitions—Defensible Space Could Save You Thousands
Wildfires no longer stay tucked away in remote forests and mountain ranges because fast-moving fire seasons now threaten neighborhoods across America with alarming speed. A single wind-driven ember can travel more than a mile ahead of a wildfire, land inside a dry gutter, and ignite an entire home in minutes.…
Everybody Loves Your Money
9 min read
Indian city records 48.2C temperature as sizzling heatwave empties roads
The Indian Meteorological forecast maximum temperatures Thursday of around 45C
The Independent UK
4 min read
Brazil to export record coffee volume, El Nino in focus, trading firm says
Brazil anticipates a record coffee export volume in the upcoming crop year, driven by exceptionally high production. However, farmers and traders are closely monitoring the El Niño weather pattern, which could impact future harvests.
The Economic Times
2 min read
Sandy Fire Forces Over 43,000 Simi Valley Residents to Flee as Wind-Whipped Blaze Refuses to Yield
Fire season has hit the Los Angeles area as multiple wildfires erupt, including the Sandy Fire near Simi Valley, which has forced 43,000 people to evacuate.
International Business Times UK
3 min read
Plastic food and drink packaging ‘world’s most common coastal litter’
Global study finds wrappers, bottles and lids on shorelines of 93% of countries analysed as UN talks to tackle issue in turmoil
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
The highest number of Oklahoma state legislative incumbents being challenged this year is more than at any point since 2010
Forty-one Oklahoma state legislative incumbents face primary contests in 2026, the most at any point since 2010. This is a 41% increase in the number of incumbents facing challengers compared to 2024.
Ballotpedia
2 min read
Oklahoma to have first open Republican gubernatorial primary since 2018
Nine candidates are running for the Republican nomination for governor of Oklahoma on June 16, 2026. Four have led in media attention: Gentner Drummond (R), Chip Keating (R), Mike Mazzei (R), and Charles McCall (R). Incumbent Gov. Kevin Stitt (R) is term-limited and retiring from public office.
Ballotpedia
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Washington, D.C., is holding its first mayoral election using ranked-choice voting
Seven candidates are running in the Democratic primary for mayor of Washington, D.C. on June 16, 2026. Two candidates led in media attention: Janeese Lewis George (D) and Kenyan McDuffie (D).
Ballotpedia
4 min read
Redistricting turns California's 41st District into a Democratic district, setting up intra-party fight
Incumbent Linda Sánchez (D), Hector De La Torre (D), Shonique Williams (D), and Mitch Clemmons (R) are running in the top-two primary for California's 41st Congressional District on June 2, 2026. As of May 2026, Sánchez and De La Torre led in endorsements and fundraising.
Ballotpedia
3 min read
Alexandra Glorioso joins our joint investigative unit with ProPublica
A state government reporter at the Miami Herald, Glorioso was part of the team that reported Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration orchestrated the transfer of $10 million in public funds to a foundation spearheaded by his wife.
The Texas Tribune
4 min read
UT System, community colleges complying with Texas’ DEI ban, auditors find
The state’s spot review found Texas public colleges were not using diversity, equity and inclusion efforts on campuses.
The Texas Tribune
6 min read
Texas sues Discord, arguing online messaging platform endangered children, misled users
The lawsuit comes after a Galveston County family said their 13-year-old daughter was sexually assaulted by a person she interacted with on the platform.
The Texas Tribune
4 min read
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signs order requiring state to issue guidance on immigration enforcement at polling places
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) signed an executive order on May 20 requiring the state Department of Elections to issue guidance for election workers on engaging with federal immigration officers at polling places, among other directives.
Ballotpedia
4 min read
Voters across 34 California counties will decide on 113 local ballot measures on June 2, 2026
Voters across 34 California counties will decide on 113 local ballot measures on June 2, 2026, ranging from school bonds and parcel taxes to data center bans and election administration changes.
Ballotpedia
6 min read
In Democratic runoff, Reps. Al Green and Christian Menefee clash over influence of big money in politics
The clash embodies the tension for Democrats who rely on large fundraising hauls to remain competitive, even as they denounce the outsized political influence of corporate cash.
The Texas Tribune
7 min read
Trump news at a glance: sidelined Tulsi Gabbard resigns as US director of national intelligence
Gabbard leaves after tumultuous stint during which she was largely left out as Donald Trump launched attacks on Venezuela and Iran – key US politics stories from Friday 22 May at a glance
The Guardian - US
5 min read
‘Good night and good luck’: CBS News Radio signs off for final time after almost a century on the airwaves
The closure closely follows Thursday night’s final episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, which was abruptly canceled last summer after an 11-year run
The Independent UK
3 min read
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California: 40,000 people ordered to evacuate over chemical leak fears
Authorities in Orange county say tank holding methyl methacrylate ‘actively in crisis’ and urge residents to leave
The Guardian - US
3 min read
Deportees held in Eswatini speak out, as lawyers challenge United States deal
Upon learning United States President Donald Trump was looking for African nations to take in deported third-country migrants, Eswatini was among the first to volunteer. Now lawyers in the southern African kingdom are challenging the legality of the deal, as deportees speak out about the conditions of their detention.
Radio France Internationale
5 min read
Coal mine gas explosion in northern China kills at least 82 people, state media says
A gas explosion at a coal mine in China’s northern Shanxi province killed at least 82 people and trapped dozens underground, state media reported Saturday, in one of the country’s deadliest mining disasters in years.
France 24
2 min read
Live: Iran considers latest peace proposal, accuses US of 'excessive demands'
Tehran accused the United States of "excessive demands", Iranian media reported on Saturday, while US media reports suggested that Washington was mulling new strikes and leaders of the Islamic republic considered the latest peace proposal. Read our liveblog for all the latest developments.
France 24
3 min read
Ivanka Trump Targeted by Iran Terror Operative in Chilling Revenge Assassination Attempt, Suspect Captured
US authorities have charged an Iranian-linked operative for allegedly plotting to assassinate Ivanka Trump, in retaliation for the US drone strike that killed Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Inside China’s 113-metre deep undersea tunnel: How a mega rail project could rewrite high-speed travel
Beneath the restless waters of southern China, something vast is slowly taking shape, far from public view and yet reshaping how entire cities may soon connect. It is not visible from ships passing above the Pearl River Estuary, nor from the coastline where ferries cut across busy routes every hour.…
The Times of India
5 min read
The pothole puzzle: the bumpy ride to fixing Britain’s broken roads
Councils fix a pothole every 17 seconds – but getting on top of the repair backlog would cost £18.6bn. Why is it so hard to solve a problem that drives the nation crazy?
The Guardian - UK
9 min read
Can hybrid village stores answer rural Germany’s ‘cry for help’ and fend off far right?
Retail innovation, where people can shop alone after staff have gone, is helping vital community hubs survive
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Green Card Applicants Face USCIS Process Changes as Status Renewal Gets Harder Under Trump
The Trump administration is moving to require many green card applicants to complete their applications from their home countries, a change that could upend the path to permanent residency before the USCIS for thousands of immigrants already living in the United States, according to several reports.
Latin Times
4 min read
FBI Director Kash Patel's Girlfriend's Defamation Suit Over Allegations She Was Israeli Spy Can Go Forward
From Judge David Alan Ezra (W.D. Tex.) today in Wilkins v. Seraphin: This case arises from allegedly defamatory statements made… The post FBI Director Kash Patel's Girlfriend's Defamation Suit Over Allegations She Was Israeli Spy Can Go Forward appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
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Professor's #TheyLied Defamation Case Against National Academy of Sciences (Related to Sexual Harassment Allegations) Can Go Forward
From today's D.C. Circuit decision in Butters v. Nat'l Acad. of Sciences, by Judge Douglas Ginsburg, joined by Judges Karen… The post Professor's #TheyLied Defamation Case Against National Academy of Sciences (Related to Sexual Harassment Allegations) Can Go Forward appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
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Trump Admin Officials Reportedly Tried To Ban Half Of U.S. Voting Machines Over Conspiracy Claims
The effort was reportedly led by Kurt Olsen, President Donald Trump's election-security adviser, who asked whether the Commerce Department could classify components in Dominion machines as national security risks.
International Business Times
4 min read
President Trump Doesn't Need Congressional Approval for His Actions as to Iran
Congress can only stop Trump’s actions in Iran by passing a concurrent resolution of both Houses over Trump’s veto, or by declining to fund the war in next year’s budget.
Reason
9 min read
Democrats To Launch Attack Ads Against Party Candidate Who Wants To Turn Detention Center Into Prison For 'Zionists'
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is set to launch attack ads against a party candidate who said she wanted to turn detention centers into a prison for "American Zionists," according to a new report.
International Business Times
3 min read
"Tennessee Man Jailed 37 Days for Trump Meme Wins $835,000 Settlement"
From the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education Wednesday: After spending 37 days in jail for nothing more than posting… The post "Tennessee Man Jailed 37 Days for Trump Meme Wins $835,000 Settlement" appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
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Tulsi Gabbard Resigns From Trump's Cabinet To Support Husband Following Cancer Diagnosis
Tulsi Gabbard has resigned from her post as Director of National Intelligence following her husband's cancer diagnosis, Fox News reported.
International Business Times
2 min read
Ad in Texas GOP Runoff Attacks Cornyn on Immigration, Islam
By Saranac Hale Spencer ANALYSIS — A TV ad attacking incumbent Texas Sen. John Cornyn for supporting “Muslim mass immigration” misleadingly cites a 2021 quote from Cornyn about certain Afghan refugees and claims that “Cornyn has a special place in his heart for radical Islam.” The ad, which started airing on May 12…
Roll Call
4 min read
War Powers Vote Is the Latest Embarrassment for House Speaker Mike Johnson
Johnson is seemingly incapable of standing up to the Trump administration, even when one of Congress' core responsibilities is at stake.
Reason
4 min read
French stars are rightly worried by billionaire Vincent Bolloré. Here’s how to rein him in
The conservative tycoon’s grip on media and cinema is unhealthy. An EU fund could protect democracy in perpetuity says Guardian Europe writer Alexander Hurst
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Why is Elon Musk so threatened by the casting of The Odyssey?
The world’s richest man can’t stop posting about how Lupita Nyong’o was chosen to play an imaginary woman
The Guardian - US
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Trump self-deals, lies and seems to fall asleep in meetings. The media treats it all as ‘priced in’
As the outrages continue, mainstream outlets just see Trump being Trump
The Guardian - US
5 min read
Putin will not wait for the UK to get its act together on defence
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THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Nato’s joint military exercises on the London Underground are a reminder that the UK’s soft targets are underprotected and underfunded – even as our enemies are looking more dangerous than ever
The Independent UK
5 min read
The Guardian view on Britain’s coming energy shock: mini-measures won’t suffice
Editorial: Consumer giveaways may soften the blow from the the war on Iran. But Britain’s vulnerability demands deeper state intervention and a faster transition
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
The Guardian view on gallery and museum gardens: a blooming triumph
Editorial: The award-winning Tate design at the Chelsea flower show reveals how urban spaces can be transformed by bringing art and nature together
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Arsenal’s title win should be studied by politicians everywhere – and especially Keir Starmer. Here’s why
The sensational victory didn’t happen by accident, it took years of dedication and clever planning, something the PM – himself a fan – should note, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland
The Guardian - UK
8 min read
Nobody better represents Israeli politics today than Itamar Ben-Gvir
He may be the most brazen of the nation’s leaders, but his ideological spirit is found throughout its government, and beyond, says Ben Reiff, deputy editor of +972 magazine
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Here’s a potential witness for the police officers investigating Andrew: the police
Forgive me if I’m not congratulating officers for investigating Andrew now – instead of, say, many years ago when they were with him in Jeffrey Epstein’s house, says Guardian columnist Marina Hyde
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Electoral reform and reversing Brexit: they’re more connected than you might think
Labour’s emerging leadership contest is reopening the EU debate. But if we want to rejoin, Britain needs a more European voting system first, says former senior adviser to the Labour party, Tom Baldwin
The Guardian - UK
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'Pokémon' Fans Speculate Seaking Could Finally Receive Long-Awaited Evolution in 'Winds and Waves'
"Pokémon" fans speculate Seaking may receive a new evolution like Dragon or Water-Steel forms in "Winds and Waves," sparking debate and creative theories.
Player One
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'Roblox Anime Apocalypse' Codes May 2026: Survive Zombie Onslaught Across Unique Game Modes
Get the latest "Anime Apocalypse" codes for free spins, coins, raid tickets, and boosts to power up faster in "Roblox" battles.
Player One
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Riot Games Clarifies Vanguard Anti-Cheat Will Not Damage or Brick PCs
Riot Games denies claims that Vanguard anti-cheat bricks PCs, confirming it only blocks DMA cheating hardware in "Valorant."
Player One
3 min read
'Pokémon' Fans Speculate on Possible New Poison-Type Creature in 'Winds and Waves'
A new Pokémon leak theory suggests a hidden Poison-type Pokémon in "Legends ZA" may debut in the upcoming Gen 10 game, "WiWa."
Player One
3 min read
I Was Pumped To See Passenger After Its Freaky Trailer, But These Reviews Have Me Slamming The Brakes
Not sure if I should pull off the road or keep driving to the next movie.
Cinemablend
6 min read
Anne Hathaway On The Good-Humored Way Anna Wintour Handled The Devil Wears Prada’s Spoof Of Her
Iconic behavior.
Cinemablend
3 min read
Why American Idol Alum Clay Aiken Still Thinks Simon Cowell Is A ‘TV Genius’ Despite The Judge Calling Him ‘Ugly’
No bad blood here.
Cinemablend
4 min read
I Was Waiting For The Mandalorian And Grogu To Have Franchise-Changing Twists. Why I'm Glad I Was Wrong
Don't expect this movie to redefine Star Wars.
Cinemablend
4 min read
Hearing The Mandalorian And Grogu Co-Star Talk About Baby Yoda On Set Made Me So Jealous As A Muppets Fan
Everyone should be this dedicated to the job.
Cinemablend
6 min read
10 Years Later, The Moment 'Game of Thrones' Passed The Books Marks The Show's Turning Point
Ten years after "The Door," Kristian Narn looks back on that heartbreaking Hodor twist, and how it changed the show forever.
Inverse
6 min read
Jeremy Clarkson names the two things preventing farming from being easier
IN FULL
The Independent UK
2 min read
‘Did I really do that?’: Angellica Bell reflects on wild CBBC moments
CBBC legend Angellica Bell has reflected on her “madcap” time in children’s television 25 years on.
The Independent UK
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Hayden Panettiere: ‘My mother wasn’t interested in having a normal relationship with me’
THE SATURDAY INTERVIEW: The ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville’ star was a teen sensation in the 2000s, only to have her career derailed by addiction and tragedy. As she releases a harrowing new memoir, she speaks to Adam White about domestic violence, her estrangement from her mother, and being fired from the…
The Independent UK
12 min read
The heatwave is here! Five fun ways to joymaxx your wardrobe
STYLE: Sunny days are here, Lydia Spencer-Elliott outlines five dopamine-boosting ways to add joy from cool colour-blocking and, yes, even the the ever-enduring trend for crochet
The Independent UK
5 min read
How do snails make their shells and which animal is fiercest? The kids’ quiz
Five multiple-choice questions – set by children – to test your knowledge, and a chance to submit your own junior brainteasers for future quizzes
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
What links Flamingo, Mercury Fountain and Trois Disques? The Saturday quiz
From As Nasty As They Wanna Be to Saltburn and The Full Wax, test your knowledge with the Saturday quiz
The Guardian - UK
2 min read
Multimedia arts project wins Sycamore Gap tree commission after public vote
‘Living archive’ will mark loss of Northumberland landmark with storytelling, sound and sculpture using saved wood
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Blind date: ‘Would we meet again? Stay tuned, divas’
Colman, 31, a lawyer, meets Ben, 28, an assistant stage manager
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Tim Dowling: the band shuns my new jokes. But telling the old ones proves even riskier
When my cat jokes are met with near silence, there’s only one thing for it …
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
I'm Calling It: The Cotton Poplin Pants Trend Is Already Dethroning Linen Trousers for Summer
The look is part preppy, part "I rolled out of bed"—and totally fashion girl-approved.
Marie Claire
4 min read
The Science of Blood Circulation and Its Role in Oxygen Nutrient Transport and Hormone Delivery
Learn how blood circulation enables oxygen delivery nutrient transport and hormone delivery to every cell supporting energy balance and overall body function and health optimal.
Medical Daily
6 min read
How the Small Intestine and Its Villi Boost Intestinal Surface Area for Powerful Nutrient Absorption
Discover how the small intestine uses folds, villi, and microvilli to expand intestinal surface area and significantly enhance nutrient absorption for optimal digestive health.
Medical Daily
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Measles Is Back in Manhattan — And Officials Won't Tell You Everywhere You Were Exposed
An unvaccinated traveler dined in Hell's Kitchen, visited a performance venue, and walked into multiple healthcare facilities. The city named one location. New Yorkers are still waiting on the rest.
Medical Daily
7 min read
If you have stiffness in your back and shoulders, a Pilates instructor recommends these two beginner-friendly exercises
Beginners love these moves, according to the trainer
Fit & Well
3 min read
Stopping smoking may help lower your risk of developing dementia, researchers found
Dementia is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S., with more than 450,000 deaths reported each year
The Independent UK
3 min read
New Ebola strain vaccine could be ready within months, Oxford scientists say
The vaccine is being developed from the same technology as the Covid immunisation
The Independent UK
3 min read
'Good thanks': farmer's mental health story hits home
A farmer's vulnerable story about seeking treatment for depression has struck a chord across Australia as communities work to bring more help to the bush.
AAP
4 min read
Hantavirus isn’t very contagious, but it can spread from human to human
Social media users around the world have been claiming that hantavirus can’t be spread from one human to another. However, scientists have confirmed that the strain of the virus that circulated on the MV Hondius cruise ship can indeed be transmitted that way, though it isn’t very contagious.
France 24
5 min read
Deadliest Skin Cancer Cases Hit Record High in the UK as Experts Blame Sun Exposure and Sunbed Use
UK melanoma cases hit a record high with 20,000+ yearly diagnoses as experts warn excessive UV exposure and sunbed use raise risks.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Voices: ‘How will this get me back to work quicker?’ Readers fear plans to ‘scrap’ sick notes
YOUR VIEWS: As the government trials sweeping changes to the fit note system – including replacing some GP-issued sick notes with referrals to work and health coaches – our community have shared fears that the reforms could leave seriously ill people without proper medical support while trying to stay in…
The Independent UK
9 min read
Jared McCain Does His Best to Explain Hilarious Showdown With MVP Teammate
Jared McCain knows he can trust that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is going to knock down his shots.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Responds to ‘Flopper’ Chants From Spurs Fans in Game 3: ‘It Doesn’t Fuel Me’
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander channeled his inner Don Draper when asked what he thought about Spurs fans chanting “Flopper” during Game 3.
Sports Illustrated
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MLS Predictions: Matchday 15 As Final Send-Off Before 2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 MLS season wraps up its pre-World Cup section with a full slate of soccer.
Sports Illustrated
12 min read
Valencia vs. Barcelona: Preview, Predictions and Lineups
Barcelona take the pitch for the final time in 2025–26 against Valencia on Saturday.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
Real Madrid vs. Athletic Club: Preview, Predictions and Lineups
Los Blancos will bid farewell to a handful of big figures on Saturday.
Sports Illustrated
6 min read
Hull vs. Middlesbrough: Preview, Predictions and Lineups
Remarkable circumstances mean Boro face the Tigers in soccer’s “richest game.”
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
NBA All-Defense Teams for 2025–26 Season: Victor Wembanyama, Rudy Gobert Headline This Year’s Defensive Honors
The full All-Defense teams for the 2025–26 NBA season.
Sports Illustrated
6 min read
Western Conference Finals: Three Takeaways From Thunder’s Statement Win vs. Spurs
The Oklahoma City bench played a major role in an incredible win for the reigning champions.
Sports Illustrated
8 min read
Transfer Rumors: Real Madrid Hatch Haaland Plan; Man Utd’s New $116 Million Priority
Éderson, Nico Williams, Rodri, Julián Alvarez and Enzo Fernández all feature in the gossip.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
Grading Gerrit Cole’s Return to Mound for Yankees
Cole tossed six scoreless innings in his 2026 debut, but the Rays clawed back to win the game 4-2. That said, here's how Cole ultimately fared.
Sports Illustrated
4 min read
The next Kingdom Come game is an "open-world RPG," Warhorse confirms
So not a survival horror spinoff then?
GamesRadar
3 min read
"Congrats to the owners of a brand new $6k paperweight": Valorant dev Riot makes players think Vanguard anti-cheat will brick their PCs, causing uproar — here's what's really happening
A new controversial post from Valorant studio Riot Games has sparked an uproar in the game's community, fueling a misunderstanding about its anti-cheat.
Windows Central
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Riot's anti-cheat "does not in any way brick PCs," though Valorant cheaters say otherwise
You might want to consider not cheating
GamesRadar
3 min read
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred player finds "theoretically infinite" treasure goblin hack to spawn so much loot that the game can't keep up
Over 2,400 treasure goblins in a single dungeon proved to be too many
GamesRadar
3 min read
Forza Horizon 6 sells 4.9 million copies despite Xbox Game Pass "cannibalizing" revenue, says analyst
Impressive… for an XBOX
GamesRadar
3 min read
"I regard it as a great missed opportunity": Former DOOM dev reveals new details about Xbox's canceled Halo 'Titan' MMO that never saw the light of day
Ex-DOOM and Ensemble Studios dev Sandy Petersen has revealed new details about Microsoft's dead Halo MMO that was canceled 20 years ago.
Windows Central
4 min read
Celebrating the community: Introducing Windows Central REPLAY, a new way to win prizes and share your wildest gaming moments
Making gaming fun again—one clip at a time, and you're the star.
Windows Central
5 min read
Just Buy It: Waiting For Lidar In The Rivian R2 Might Not Be Worth The Headache
The Rivian R2 won't launch with lidar and isn't planned to have a retrofit available. Rivian says that you won't notice a difference for years.
InsideEVs
4 min read
These early Galaxy S27 'Pro' leaked specs give us an idea about this mini-Ultra
Mini-Ultra? Galaxy S27 Pro rumors surfaced, including leaked details about its display and potential camera options.
Android Central
3 min read
I did NOT see this Meta Quest collab coming at the Ruff Talk VR Gaming Showcase
If Trogdor doesn't make an appearance now, I'm going to be very sad.
Android Central
4 min read
Stephen Hawking’s father worried his son ‘does not study much’, diaries reveal
Exclusive: New biography uncovers Frank Hawking’s papers in which he lamented that his son had ‘little initiative’
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
'For All Mankind's' Ruby Cruz and Ines Asserson on wearing those 'clunky' cool spacesuits and training with a Green Beret (interview)
"The spacesuits are like real spacesuits! They're so complicated and much heavier than you'd ever expect."
Space
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Starship V3 from space: Satellite snaps amazing photo of SpaceX megarocket on the pad
A sharp-eyed satellite captured an amazing photo of SpaceX's first Starship V3 megarocket on the pad Thursday (May 21), just before it was supposed to lift off.
Space
3 min read
Don't wait for the full moon: Here's when the moon looks best through a telescope
Long before the full moon rises, shifting sunlight transforms the lunar surface into one of the sky's best telescope targets.
Space
8 min read
Shakeup at JPL? Control over iconic NASA center could change for 1st time in nearly 100 years
This is part of an even-larger "restructuring" at NASA.
Space
5 min read
Health blame game doesn’t hold water
Brief letters: Sink or swim? | Deep vision | Sacrificial candidate | Diverting days out
The Guardian - UK
2 min read
'The Mandalorian and Grogu' is better viewed as a 'Star Wars' origin story for Rotta the Hutt
Forget Baby Yoda, we want to see more big buff slug adventures in our Star Wars.
Space
6 min read
An ancient solar storm left clues in tree rings and a famous poet's diary: 'Red lights in the northern sky'
A Japanese poet wrote in his diary that "red lights" appeared in the sky over Kyoto. An analysis of tree rings suggests a powerful solar storm created the sight.
Space
5 min read
Medieval ‘hugging skeletons’ confirmed as Poland’s first known same-sex double burial
Any assumptions about the relationship between the two individuals can be misleading, scientists say
The Independent UK
3 min read
What is immunotherapy and how does it treat cancer and other conditions?
From infections and allergies to brain diseases and autoimmune disorders, a wave of trials offers hope
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
‘There is no great master plan’: anxiety as UK homes, roads and railways sink into the sea
Increasing coastal erosion has hit communities’ livelihoods and put lifestyles under threat
The Guardian - UK
10 min read
UN’s climate crisis vote shows political momentum is growing, say experts
Resolution backed by 141 states hailed as ‘new chapter’ that could improve climate diplomacy and litigation efforts
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
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Number of air conditioned UK homes doubles to more than 4m in three years
Greater working from home and hot summer temperatures believed to be driving increase in ownership
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Weather tracker: Heavy rain triggers flooding and landslides in parts of China
Twelve dead as southern and central areas also suffer travel disruption, electricity outages and evacuations
The Guardian - UK
2 min read
Big oil’s war profits may have a silver lining after all
As conflict in Iran sends prices soaring, fossil fuel companies are seeing extraordinary gains – but the crisis may also accelerate the shift towards clean energy
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Australia's remaining solarless roofs harder to crack
Converting to solar-powered, all-electric homes is proving challenging for apartment occupants and renters, and pressure to close the gap is building.
AAP
7 min read
Country diary: Violence, precision and a free lunch – welcome to the weird world of pollination
Willington, County Durham: On a fine May morning, there’s no better time to look at the stunning array of ways that bees and flowers have co-evolved to interact
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Shanghai Electric Marks International Day for Biological Diversity with Localized Green Practices
SHANGHAI, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On the occasion of International Day for Biological Diversity on May 22, Shanghai Electric (SEHK: 02727, SSE: 601727) is highlighting localized green practices across its factories and project sites, underscoring how industrial projects can reduce environmental impact and support biodiversity through site-specific actions. This…
AAP
3 min read
Risk of snakebites increasing as reptiles adapt to changing world, says study
Research led by WHO predicts hotter climate will lead to more contact between humans and venomous snakes
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Snakes slithering southward due to climate change
More close encounters between Australians and snakes could be on the cards as global temperatures climb, with implications for human health and conservation.
AAP
4 min read
The train is ‘my time machine’: a tour of Naples’ hidden ancient wonders
A new film about this corner of southern Italy reveals rarely visited villas, seismic landscapes and a ‘civilisation buried mid-sentence’ – all accessible by train
The Guardian - UK
8 min read
‘An unforgettable train ride through deep gorges, canyons and mountain peaks’: readers’ favourite European rail journeys
Vintage locomotives, alpine classics and a dramatic urban ride feature in your memorable train journeys
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
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Weird Britain: 10 glorious oddities to visit and marvel at
Eccentric public art, strange ruins, eerie landscapes, follies … Britain has a rich store of curiosities. An enthusiast selects 10 of the quirkiest finds from his new book
The Guardian - UK
8 min read
Why Luke Hersheson fell for Formentera
From insanely blue water and laid-back restaurants to cove-hopping by boat, there are no wrong turns on Ibiza’s untouched neighbour, says the hair stylist
Evening Standard
5 min read
Cruise control: what’s wrong with a holiday on board?
Letters: Readers respond to an article by Dave Schilling in which he said he couldn’t think why anyone would choose to go on a cruise
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
‘A landscape raw and wild’: by train to the heart of the Yorkshire Three Peaks
The Yorkshire Dales Explorer is a little-known alternative to the Settle to Carlisle rail route, and takes you deep into wonderful walking country
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
A new off-grid cabin stay in Scotland – on a farm where kids can run wild
Wonderful walks, wholesome adventures and friendly farmyard animals await at this collection of cabins and cottages in Perthshire
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Virgin Australia Is Offering 2x Gold Status Memberships To Small Businesses ATM
Earn triple the frequent flyer points.
Pedestrian.tv
3 min read
Tell us about your favourite family summer holiday
Share a tip on your most memorable family break in the UK and Europe – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break
The Guardian - UK
2 min read
Make hay in Constable country: The Stour Valley, Suffolk and Essex
Let’s hear it for the country’s best loved landscape painter. This is the 250th anniversary of the birth of John Constable, the man who revolutionised the genre. Constable loved what he saw, and his greatest love was for the countryside where he grew up, around the River Stour in Suffolk-Essex.…
Evening Standard
5 min read
