Liverpool Player Ratings vs. Aston Villa: Doomsday Scenario Looms
Aston Villa’s second-half onslaught left Liverpool licking their wounds in a dismal Friday night showing.
Sports Illustrated
8 min read
Colorado governor commutes sentence of election denier Tina Peters
Former election clerk who allowed unauthorized access to voting systems was convicted and sentenced to nine years
The Guardian - US
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Six Reasons Why the Giants' Season Is Likely Already Lost
San Francisco exhibits just about all the hallmarks of a poor offense.
Sports Illustrated
7 min read
Trump administration prepares to seek Raúl Castro indictment as it pressures Cuba, AP sources say
The Justice Department is preparing to seek an indictment against former Cuban President Raúl Castro, three people familiar with the matter tell The Associated Press
The Independent UK
6 min read
‘Senior’s Day, Gold’s Gym’: RFK Jr shares workout snap with Arnold Schwarzenegger in Venice Beach
The social media post follows Kennedy’s bizarre video workout with Kid Rock earlier this year
The Independent UK
3 min read
Georgia town sues over ICE plan for vast immigration detention center
Officials of Social Circle, population 5,000, file lawsuit over plan to turn warehouse into 10,000-capacity facility
The Guardian - US
3 min read
New Wings exhibit traces Paul McCartney’s reinvention as husband, father and bandleader
A new exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland features the largest public display ever assembled of Paul McCartney’s personal artifacts
The Independent UK
5 min read
8 Raised Bed Favorites That Deliver Consistent Results
Raised bed gardening keeps winning over home gardeners for one simple reason—results show up fast and stay consistent. These tidy, elevated garden spaces help control soil quality, improve drainage, and reduce back strain while planting and harvesting. Even better, raised beds make it easier to grow high-performing crops without battling…
Frugal Gardening
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7 Cool-Night Tolerant Picks That Handle Temperature Drops
Cool nights can sneak in fast across many parts of the United States, especially when summer starts fading into fall or spring refuses to fully commit. Many gardens struggle during these temperature swings, but certain plants actually come alive when the air turns crisp. These tough growers bring color, flavor,…
Frugal Gardening
9 min read
I'm a garden editor with a tiny outdoor space – these genius 'compost blocks' are what I'm using to fill my garden with flowers this summer
They're so lightweight!
Ideal Home
4 min read
Europe dominates new ranking of the world’s best walking cities for 2026
Rome, Madrid and Budapest are among the European hotspots leading a new global ranking of the best cities to explore on foot, while destinations across Asia and Latin America rapidly climb the list.
Euronews
6 min read
Indonesia’s first giant panda cub Rio set for historic public debut
The first giant panda born in Indonesia was squirming as veterinarians checked him over
The Independent UK
4 min read
You don't need kettlebell swings to build strength, endurance and power, just these 3 moves and 1 weight
Build full-body strength using these three kettlebell exercises.
Tom’s Guide
6 min read
“I fully expect to be at least as strong and healthy in my 90s as I am now, if not stronger”—a 72-year-old trainer shares the weekly routine she follows for strength and longevity
Trainer Liz Hilliard says that at 72 years old, she’s in it for the long run
Fit & Well
3 min read
The slowest-looking plant on Earth is evolving faster than scientists expected — here’s how
Cactus evolving faster than expected explained: New research reveals cacti are evolving and creating new species at a surprisingly fast rate, challenging long-held ideas about plant evolution. Scientists discovered that rapid changes in flower shape, rather than flower size, are the key driver behind this rapid diversification, making cacti one…
The Economic Times
5 min read
These lush planting ideas will shelter your seating area from wind, noise and nosy neighbours – they're natural screening tricks that experts swear by
They're natural screening tricks that experts swear by
Ideal Home
6 min read
Colorado governor commutes sentence of election denier Tina Peters
Former election clerk who allowed unauthorized access to voting systems was convicted and sentenced to nine years
The Guardian - US
5 min read
Trump administration prepares to seek Raúl Castro indictment as it pressures Cuba, AP sources say
The Justice Department is preparing to seek an indictment against former Cuban President Raúl Castro, three people familiar with the matter tell The Associated Press
The Independent UK
6 min read
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Georgia town sues over ICE plan for vast immigration detention center
Officials of Social Circle, population 5,000, file lawsuit over plan to turn warehouse into 10,000-capacity facility
The Guardian - US
3 min read
The largest US children's hospital settles with Texas and the Trump administration over gender care
The Trump administration and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton say the nation's largest children's hospital has agreed to a legal settlement over gender-affirming care for transgender minors that includes a $10 million payment to the state
The Independent UK
5 min read
ICE releases wife of US soldier after month-long detention
Deisy Rivera Ortega was arrested during an appointment with immigration services
The Independent UK
3 min read
Bard’s board voted to end Botstein’s tenure as president after independent review of Epstein ties
Botstein announced his retirement on the day the results of the inquiry into his connections with Epstein were released
The Guardian - US
9 min read
Meningitis outbreak in Berkshire causes panic in three schools
A student's death from meningitis at Henley College has prompted health officials to investigate links to Reading Blue Coat and Highdown Secondary schools. While the Berkshire strain differs from the Kent outbreak, authorities are providing precautionary treatment to close contacts. Experts emphasize the disease requires close contact to spread, with…
The Times of India
4 min read
UK joins European deal to send rejected asylum seekers to third-country hubs
All 46 Council of Europe members sign agreement ‘deplored’ by human rights organisations
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Harvey Weinstein’s New York retrial ends in mistrial with jury deadlocked
Weinstein has been convicted of other crimes in the US and is already behind bars but move leaves rape charge in limbo
The Guardian - US
4 min read
Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say
The Pentagon is drawing down thousands of troops in Europe by stopping units from deploying to Poland and Germany as opposed to yanking those already stationed there
The Independent UK
8 min read
Starbucks lays off 300 office staff
Some 2,300 corporate employees have been let go in three rounds of layoffs since February 2025
The Independent UK
3 min read
Are Wall Street Analysts Bullish on Kimberly-Clark Stock?
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Kimberly-Clark has underperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.
Barchart
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W&T Offshore Q1 Earnings Call Highlights
W&T Offshore (NYSE:WTI) reported first-quarter 2026 results that management said met or exceeded guidance across several operational and financial measures, helped by steady production, higher realized pricing and lower operating costs. Chairman and CEO Tracy Krohn told investors the Gulf of Me
MarketBeat
9 min read
Do Wall Street Analysts Like Otis Worldwide Stock?
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Otis Worldwide has notably underperformed the broader market over the past year, but analysts are cautiously optimistic about the stock’s prospects.
Barchart
3 min read
Danaher Stock: Analyst Estimates & Ratings
Danaher has underperformed the broader market over the past year, but analysts are highly optimistic about the stock’s prospects.
Barchart
2 min read
Marsh & McLennan Stock: Analyst Estimates & Ratings
Although Marsh & McLennan has underperformed the broader market over the past 52 weeks, Wall Street analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock's prospects.
Barchart
2 min read
AI isn’t failing; your enterprise systems are
Most AI failures stem from broken foundations, not flawed models or capability.
TechRadar
8 min read
Corn Extending Losses into Friday Morning
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Corn price action is down 4 to 5 cents so far on Friday morning. Futures were down 9 to 15 cents in the front months on Thursday, falling with the rest of the grain complex as very few details were announced out of the Trump/Xi meeting. Preliminary open interest was...
Barchart
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Beer demand across the US is plunging - and the Iran war could be to blame
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California saw the largest drop in beer sales nationwide, followed by Arizona and Texas, according to data
The Independent UK
3 min read
OpenAI Reportedly Weighs Legal Action Against Apple Over Siri Partnership
Reports indicate that OpenAI lawyers are working with an outside law firm on possibly sending Apple a notice alleging breach of contract without immediately filing a full lawsuit.
International Business Times
3 min read
‘He’s like an amateur spy’: Donald Trump appears to get caught snooping in Xi Jinping’s private notebook but it’s not what it looks like
Trump couldn't resist a sneak peek.
We Got This Covered
3 min read
Beloved Los Angeles restaurant owner facing deportation after ex-employee ‘ratted him out’
ICE may believe they already have enough justification for a deportation.
We Got This Covered
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The Future of Cannabis Depends Not Only on Growth but on Protecting Consumer and Medical Data
Cannabis may still feel like a young industry from a regulatory standpoint, but financially, operationally, and technologically, it is no longer operating like a startup market.
International Business Times
8 min read
AI is having its "Ford T" moment as Zero Day assembly lines appear
How exploits used to be built and how AI is rewriting those rules
TechRadar
7 min read
I'm a Divorce Lawyer: A Rushed Gray Divorce Can Quietly Destroy Your Retirement — Slow Down and Focus on These Details
When you're navigating a gray divorce, don't rush to split assets. A settlement that looks good on paper may contain losses you won't have time to recover from.
Kiplinger
8 min read
She had nothing at 15. At 55, she's China's wealthiest woman sitting at the world's top table with Elon Musk and Tim Cook; here's the story of Zhou Qunfei
China’s richest woman, Zhou Qunfei, once worked factory shifts after leaving school at 15. Today, her billion-dollar tech company supplies Apple, Tesla, and Samsung. Her glass powers iPhones and smart vehicles worldwide. She built Lens Technology from poverty, loss, and survival. Now she sits beside Elon Musk and Tim Cook…
The Economic Times
8 min read
Social-Media Slip-Ups That Cost Men Child-Support Cases — Never Send These 5 Texts
Family court judges scroll through screenshots more often than many people realize, and one reckless text can torch months of careful legal strategy in seconds. Angry late-night messages, flashy Instagram posts, and sarcastic Facebook comments now appear in courtrooms across America every single day. Lawyers regularly warn clients that phones…
Clever Dude
9 min read
Democrats back Independents over own candidates in latest bid to beat Republicans
‘The Democratic Party’s brand is awful right now,’ said Dem strategist Josh Schwerin
The Independent UK
7 min read
Enterprises don’t have an AI problem, they have a data problem
AI hype fades quickly when data ownership, quality and governance aren’t in place.
TechRadar
6 min read
Ignoring Mold Costs Homeowners Thousands — How to Spot and Stop It Before It’s Too Late
Mold rarely kicks down the front door with dramatic flair. Instead, it sneaks into homes through tiny leaks, damp basements, dripping pipes, poorly ventilated bathrooms, and forgotten corners behind furniture. Many homeowners shrug off a small dark patch on a ceiling or a faint musty smell because life gets busy…
Clever Dude
8 min read
The Kars4Kids earworm ad has been banned in California. Here’s why
Rather than helping underprivileged children, money from the New Jersey-based charity was used to fund teenagers’ trips to Israel, according to a lawsuit
The Independent UK
3 min read
The Grocery Costs Parents of Sensory-Sensitive Kids Say No One Talks About
Parents raising sensory-sensitive children often face grocery bills that are far higher than most people realize. While many families can rotate meals, buy generic brands, or shop based on sales, sensory-sensitive kids may only tolerate a small number of foods with very specific textures, colors, temperatures, or packaging. A child…
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“We were on the Howard Stern show. My personal assistant asked me, ‘Would you mind switching places with someone? I said, ‘Eff off!’ He said, ‘Let me tell you who it is first. It’s Paul McCartney.’ I said, ‘It’s done!’”: Ozzy Osbourne’s funny stories
“Sharon’s going, ‘Smile!’ And this chimp is biting my thumb off!”
MusicRadar
6 min read
8 Outfits Proving Strawberry Red Is the Ripest Color Trend in Any It Girl's Spring 2026 Closet
Katie Holmes, Zoë Kravitz, and Jennifer Lawrence have all taken a bite or two.
Marie Claire
7 min read
Created as IDs, dog tags became a crucial link between military families and fallen troops
Military identification tags — popularly known as dog tags — became standard issue for U.S. troops at the request of an Army chaplain concerned about identifying fallen soldiers at the beginning of the 20th century
The Independent UK
4 min read
White House Gives Drake's 'ICEMAN' Cover a 'MAGA' Makeover in Viral Post: Bold Move Allegedly Sparked Backlash Online
A viral meme linking Drake's 'ICEMAN' imagery to Trump's 'MAGA' branding sparks debate over the White House's use of meme culture in political communication.
International Business Times UK
7 min read
“I have a skipping heart and I got to get a surgery”: Slipknot’s Shawn Crahan speaks about his health problems and how he sometimes feels like he’s “dying”
Percussionist turned down the idea of having a pacemaker
MusicRadar
2 min read
Even a Legendary Casting Director Recognizes that Jeremy Allen White’s Rotta the Hutt Is Hot
The Mandalorian and Grogu’s casting director joked that she cast Jeremy Allen White as Rotta the Hutt because he’s “sexy.” As the latest Star Wars film prepares for theaters, The big premiere in Los Angeles was last night. Variety talked to Sarah Finn, the casting director on The Mandalorian and…
The Mary Sue
3 min read
All the people Drake shades on his three new albums, from Kendrick Lamar to LeBron James
The Canadian star’s new music is packed full of dismissive references to the likes of A$AP Rocky, J.Cole and Dr Dre
The Independent UK
8 min read
What 'Giggle v Tickle' ruling means for trans rights
The exclusion of transgender people from single-sex spaces has been dealt a potentially lethal blow by a landmark Federal Court ruling.
AAP
4 min read
A fungal disease, along with climate change, threatens Colorado’s prized peaches
In western Colorado, home to the treasured Palisade peach, cytospora canker is one of the most economically consequential fungal diseases faced by growers.
The Conversation
7 min read
Weather tracker: Furnace Creek sizzles as snow sweeps Siberia in a week of extremes
Record heat in North and Central America coincides with egg-sized hailstones in eastern China
The Guardian - UK
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Tropical forests still under pressure despite slowdown in losses
Millions of hectares of tropical forest were destroyed in 2025, despite a slowdown in deforestation led by Brazil. Environmental experts say the drop shows governments can curb forest loss, but warn rainforests remain under pressure from agriculture, mining and fires.
Radio France Internationale
4 min read
Blocked sunlight and changing clouds: How coal pollution is damaging our solar potential
Scientists warn that solar capacity is being damaged, as the world clings to polluting coal power.
Euronews
5 min read
Canada doubles down on clean energy commitment, plans to reduce electricity costs
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney unveils a clean electricity strategy aimed at doubling Canada’s electricity grid by 2050
The Independent UK
3 min read
Thanks to a farcical House Committee hearing, we now know that Trump’s administration is against renewable energy because they don’t know how it works
Is this mistrust in technology, or just about Trump's interests and lobbying connections?
We Got This Covered
6 min read
Trump pushes back on offshore wind as global industry expands rapidly
This clean energy source holds considerable promise for delivering vast amounts of power to US coastlines
The Independent UK
7 min read
Brazil’s Atlantic forest records lowest deforestation in 40 years
Environmentalists hail decline but warn weakened laws could reverse gains
The Guardian - US
5 min read
13,000-year-old oak tree spared from being destroyed by Californian developers after longtime battle by conservationists
Jurupa Oak is a Palmer’s oak that’s 13,000 years old, found in Southern California’s Jurupa Valley
The Independent UK
3 min read
New Orleans deserves ambition and investment, not abandonment
Letter: Michael Hecht responds to a study calling for New Orleans residents to be relocated due to rising sea levels
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Texas Children’s Hospital must create country’s first “detransition clinic” under legal settlement with state
Attorney General Ken Paxton said on Friday that Texas Children’s must also pay $10 million to the state because it illegally provided transgender care to kids.
The Texas Tribune
6 min read
Texas Supreme Court rejects Abbott’s request to remove Democratic Rep. Gene Wu from office over redistricting protest
More than 50 Democrats, including Wu — the House Democratic leader — left the state last August to shut down the Legislature and stall passage of the GOP’s map.
The Texas Tribune
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Federal judge halts parts of Texas immigration law the day before it was set to take effect
A U.S. judge on Thursday granted a preliminary injunction against critical sections of Senate Bill 4, but a provision allowing police to arrest people suspected of illegal entry did activate.
The Texas Tribune
4 min read
Seesaw rulings on Texas’ smokeable hemp ban is bad for business, retailers say
Some smoke shops say the flurry of court actions since March 31 has already forced them to scale back hours, cut staff and prepare to shut down.
The Texas Tribune
9 min read
Trump administration sues Catholic diocese to seize land on religious site near El Paso for border barrier
The lawsuit argues that 14 acres on Mount Cristo Rey, which features a 29-foot-tall statue of Jesus, are needed for barriers and other technology to secure the border.
The Texas Tribune
5 min read
Here are the megadonors and dark money groups bankrolling John Cornyn and Ken Paxton’s Senate primary
The incumbent senator has dominated financially, thanks to an array of megadonors and dark money groups. The Tribune assembled a guide to the money behind the most expensive Senate primary ever.
The Texas Tribune
16 min read
Texas executes 600th inmate since death penalty was reinstated in 1976
Edward Busby was executed by lethal injection Thursday, reinforcing Texas’ position as the nation's leader in capital punishment.
The Texas Tribune
10 min read
Texas can execute death row inmate Edward Busby, U.S. Supreme Court says
Busby’s execution, set for Thursday evening, had been halted by a federal appeals court less than a week ago.
The Texas Tribune
2 min read
Higginson early leader as Autosport National Rankings returns for 2026
Matt Higginson is on top of the Autosport National Rankings which is back for the new season
Autosport
6 min read
Abbott’s public safety wish list includes statewide prosecutor, more bail restrictions
Some items on Abbott's agenda would require amending the Texas Constitution, meaning they would need supermajority support in the Legislature.
The Texas Tribune
5 min read
Trump waffles on Taiwan arms deal after Xi talks
"The last thing we need right now is a war that's 9,500 miles away."
Axios
3 min read
Could voters in US’s bluest district deliver a ‘Mamdani moment’ in Philadelphia?
Pennsylvania’s third district, a Democratic bastion, will see a face-off between party’s traditional wing and insurgents
The Guardian - US
9 min read
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Panda hugs denied: Trump returns home to Washington mauling after China flex
The TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump is heading back from his high-stakes Beijing summit facing a storm of criticism at home that he effectively conceded geopolitical ground to a rising China, even as he touted commercial agreements and claimed he had stood firm on Taiwan.
The Times of India
7 min read
Bard’s board voted to end Botstein’s tenure as president after independent review of Epstein ties
Botstein announced his retirement on the day the results of the inquiry into his connections with Epstein were released
The Guardian - US
9 min read
Colorado governor commutes sentence of election denier Tina Peters
Former election clerk who allowed unauthorized access to voting systems was convicted and sentenced to nine years
The Guardian - US
5 min read
Israel and Lebanon agree to extend Iran war ceasefire, US says
President Trump announced a truce on April 16 but Israel and Lebanon have continued to trade blows since then
Evening Standard
3 min read
‘Senior’s Day, Gold’s Gym’: RFK Jr shares workout snap with Arnold Schwarzenegger in Venice Beach
The social media post follows Kennedy’s bizarre video workout with Kid Rock earlier this year
The Independent UK
3 min read
U.S. Expands Charges Against Jalisco Cartel's 'El Jardinero' to Include Meth Trafficking, Money Laundering
El Jardinero remains in preventive detention at the maximum-security Altiplano prison. The U.S. government has sought his extradition since 2021.
Latin Times
4 min read
From Bay of Pigs to Blackouts: CIA chief's daylight visit to Havana to effect regime change as Cuba goes dark
The U.S. is reportedly employing economic pressure and political tactics to achieve a bloodless transition in Cuba, following decades of failed covert operations. CIA Director John Ratcliffe's visit to Havana signals a new approach, with Washington demanding fundamental changes for engagement, while intensifying sanctions and intelligence operations.
The Times of India
5 min read
UK health secretary quits cabinet, says PM Starmer lacks vision and direction
TOI correspondent from London: UK health secretary Wes Streeting resigned from the cabinet on Thursday with a scathing letter telling UK PM Keir Starmer he had lost faith in his leadership. "Where we need vision, we have a vacuum. Where we need direction, we have drift," Streeting said in a…
The Times of India
2 min read
House Ethics wants reinforcements as misconduct probes pile up
"That committee is very busy right now," Speaker Johnson told Axios.
Axios
4 min read
Trump Says He Tossed Iran Proposal After First Sentence: What Was in the Deal?
President Donald Trump said he rejected Iran's latest proposal after reading only its opening line, a blunt sign that U.S.-Iran talks remain deadlocked over Tehran's nuclear program, the Strait of Hormuz and the terms for ending the war.
Latin Times
4 min read
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Trump Acknowledges U.S. Cyber Operations Against China: 'We Spy Like Hell on Them, Too'
U.S. cybersecurity agencies recently warned that Chinese state-backed hackers continue targeting critical infrastructure and vulnerable networks
Latin Times
4 min read
Demonstrations to sweep the South over voting rights and redistricting
From Selma to Texas, protests are coming.
Axios
4 min read
Former Sinaloa Security Chief Transferred to New York After Reportedly Surrendering to U.S. Authorities
Gerardo Mérida Sánchez is among 10 Mexican officials identified by U.S. prosecutors, including Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha Moya, in a case alleging ties to the "Los Chapitos"
Latin Times
4 min read
Mexico's Sheinbaum Says She Had 'Cordial and Excellent' Call With Trump Despite Days of Tension Over Sovereignty and Cartel Claims
She added that both leaders agreed to continue discussions and that members of Trump's team would visit Mexico at a future date
Latin Times
3 min read
Pentagon Officials Blindsided by Hegseth's Poland Troop Halt: 'We Had No Idea This Was Going to Happen'
The decision comes just weeks after the Pentagon announced plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, fueling broader concerns among NATO allies
Latin Times
4 min read
Judge Stops U.S. Treasury From Sanctioning Someone's Speech
The Trump administration accused Francesca Albanese of “lawfare that targets U.S. and Israeli persons.” But a court said that’s not ground to seize her property.
Reason
5 min read
María Corina Machado Says Trump's '51st State' Comments Are 'Sending a Message' to Venezuela's Regime
Machado added that Trump maintains a favorable view of Venezuela and argued that democratic change in the country would benefit both Venezuelans and the United States
Latin Times
4 min read
Brothers to the Rescue Explained: The 1996 Cuba Shootdown Behind the Case That Could Bring Raúl Castro to the U.S. Justice System
Before Brothers to the Rescue became the center of a possible U.S. criminal case against Raúl Castro, it was a volunteer group of Cuban exile pilots scanning the Florida Straits for people who might otherwise disappear at sea.
Latin Times
10 min read
No more chancers or failures – the coming contest must produce a British PM worthy of the name
Labour must rise to a historic responsibility by choosing a leader who can win over the nation. The alternative is Farage on the steps of No 10, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Why is the Democratic party still hiding its 2024 election autopsy?
No one has more at stake than Kamala Harris – who has ‘signaled’ support for its release without saying so publicly
The Guardian - US
8 min read
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Trump’s new Moms.gov website is an anti-choice hub that misleads women
Site provides little in the way of actual support for pregnant women – but does direct them to deceptive pregnancy centers
The Guardian - US
6 min read
Voices: Make-or-break Makerfield will be an uphill struggle for Andy Burnham and Labour
THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: He’s running – but the Manchester mayor will have to face an electorate sick of exactly this kind of political circus, and a Reform party determined to stop him becoming prime minister
The Independent UK
5 min read
The Guardian view on Trump in Beijing: the US and China are playing the waiting game
Editorial: The president’s meeting with Xi Jinping was superficially cordial, extending a truce borne of necessity
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Starmer, Burnham, Farage, Polanski: they make a week in politics feel like an eternity in Hades
It’s your life in their hands, but what kind of life is that? No wonder a wearied, confused public has mobilised into tribes – or just tuned out, says Guardian columnist Marina Hyde
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Politics has tossed friendship out of the window – as Keir Starmer is realising
Britain’s embattled PM is beset by enemies. One reason is that Westminster has ceased to be a club and turned into a shambles, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Forget the three-term project now: crisis-hit Labour needs a one-term mindset and priorities to match
History shows there have been more short-lived Labour governments than long-lasting ones. The party must secure a clear, progressive legacy, says Guardian columnist Andy Beckett
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
After four bloody years, the war on Ukraine might be turning into Putin’s undoing
A battered economy, huge numbers of casualties and very little territorial gain – it’s no wonder even stalwart Putin supporters are showing signs of disquiet, says Rajan Menon, professor emeritus of international relations
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
If Labour didn’t exist, would you invent it? Streeting, Rayner, Burnham – you need to tell us why
The party needs a leader who clearly understands the difficulties facing ordinary people. I am yet to see anyone obviously equal to that challenge, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
12 Years Later, HBO's Next Big DCU Show Takes Inspiration From A Surprising Source
A detailed look at the gritty detective show reveals a split-timeline mystery.
Inverse
3 min read
The Most Experimental Slasher Of The Year Is A Thriller Like No Other
Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma is an erotic dramedy in drag as an ‘80s slasher, and it’s a movie that only Jane Schoenbrun could make.
Inverse
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Original 'Doom' Soundtrack Inducted Into the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress
The original Doom soundtrack released in 1993 has been inducted into the 2026 National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress.
Player One
2 min read
Exclusive First Look: 'Stargazers' Boldly Launches A New Era Of Star Trek Webcomics
YA webcomics are the next leap for the Star Trek canon. Here's an exclusive first look at 'Stargazers' and "Recollection."
Inverse
5 min read
'Roblox Ascend' Codes May 2026: Walk Into the Society as Beggar in this Character Simulator
Redeem "Ascend Roblox" codes for free Mystic Gems, level up faster, and unlock powerful upgrades in this character progression simulator.
Player One
2 min read
'The Batman 2' Cast Is Still Missing One Key Villain
Matt Reeves' big cast introduction is missing perhaps the most iconic villain.
Inverse
3 min read
Amazon Officially Cancels 'Lord of the Rings' MMO Following Rumored Layoffs Last Year
The supposed game featuring the Middle-Earth and J.R.R. Tolkien's iconic novels is unfortunately no longer happening.
Player One
2 min read
The Most Consequential Character In Apple TV's Big Sci-Fi Epic Has A Secret Endgame
Coral Peña reveals that one specific image has guided Aleida's 'For All Mankind' journey from the beginning.
Inverse
4 min read
Top 10 Couch Co-Op Games to Play With Friends and Family in 2026: Best Local Multiplayer Picks
Top couch co-op games for friends and family in 2026, featuring local multiplayer fun, split screen teamwork, and shared-screen party experiences.
Player One
7 min read
'Obsession' Ending Explained: The Director Reveals What Happens To Nikki After The Curse Is Lifted
The ending of 'Obsession' is unfathomably bleak, but there's a tiny chance that things could work out for the surviving characters.
Inverse
4 min read
10 Chic Closet Organization Ideas for Stylish Wardrobe Storage and Easy Outfit Planning
Need better wardrobe storage? These closet organization ideas and fashion organization tips make every outfit easier to manage.
Fashion Times
8 min read
Why Your Skin Changes With the Weather and Healthy Skin Tips That Actually Help
Learn why skin reacts to changing seasons and explore seasonal skin care routines plus healthy skin tips for balanced skin.
Fashion Times
8 min read
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Sun-Faded Jeans Just Became the Must Have Denim Trend for Spring Fashion 2026
Sun-faded jeans are replacing dark denim this spring fashion 2026 season. See the denim trends everyone is wearing right now.
Fashion Times
7 min read
Forget the Actresses: Chloé Zhao Is the Real Cannes Film Festival Fashion Story
From Gabriela Hearst to a scene-stealing red maxi dress, Chloé Zhao's Cannes Film Festival red carpet style is outshining the actors. Here's every look.
Fashion Times
8 min read
Leaving His Mark On Houston’s Inprint
Rich Levy, the man behind the Bayou City’s prestigious reading series and the brains behind Inprint, an unusual literary nonprofit, is retiring.
Texas Observer
11 min read
Jess Cartner-Morley’s 52 women’s summer wardrobe updates for under £100
Whether it’s sandals comfy enough for walking, linen trousers or timeless sunnies, the secret to great summer style is all about keeping things simple
The Guardian - UK
12 min read
Miley Cyrus Reinvents Celebrity Style at Dior Show While Hinting at Denim Trends 2026 Direction
Miley Cyrus makes a striking appearance at the Dior show, moving beyond her Hannah Montana era while redefining celebrity style and hinting at denim trends 2026 shaping future fashion.
Fashion Times
7 min read
How Joey King Made the Miu Miu Girl Era Feel More Personal in Luxury Fashion
See how Joey King connects confidence, individuality, and celebrity style in the world of luxury fashion.
Fashion Times
7 min read
Cannes Film Festival Fashion Shockers: 5 Controversial Red Carpet Looks Now Banned
A look at Cannes Film Festival fashion controversies, highlighting 5 iconic red carpet looks that challenged dress codes and are now considered banned.
Fashion Times
8 min read
Cannes 2026 Red Carpet Looks: The 6 Best-Dressed Celebrities Everyone Is Talking About
Cannes Film Festival fashion is delivering major glamour in 2026. See the best-dressed celebrities and the red carpet looks everyone is discussing.
Fashion Times
9 min read
Father of student who died of meningitis pays tribute to ‘kind-hearted’ son
Lewis Waters, who attended Henley College in Oxfordshire, was one of three cases reported in the outbreak.
Evening Standard
6 min read
When to Try TMS or Ketamine for Treatment Resistant Depression and What to Expect
Learn when to try TMS or ketamine for treatment resistant depression, how neuromodulation therapy works, and what to expect from these advanced depression treatments.
Medical Daily
7 min read
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Breastfeeding Myths Debunked and What Science Says About Supply and Sleep
Learn the truth about breastfeeding, lactation, prolactin, milk supply myths, and breastfeeding and sleep with science-backed insights for parents navigating infant feeding and sleep patterns.
Medical Daily
9 min read
Supreme Court allows abortion pill access while lawsuit proceeds
The widely expected order provides legal certainty for pharmacies, telehealth companies and clinicians.
Axios
4 min read
Having an ice bath could help you lose weight quicker, says new study
Researchers found that cold exposure activates ‘brown fat’ that can burn calories and body fat more rapidly
The Independent UK
3 min read
UK sends rapid response team to remote island after hantavirus cruise ship outbreak
The UK has sent a rapid support team to the remote island of St Helena
The Independent UK
3 min read
Weight-loss jabs could halve workplace sickness and free up GP appointments, study finds
Over 60 per cent of patients in the study did not need to contact their GP at all after nine months of weight loss jabs
The Independent UK
4 min read
Meningitis strain behind Oxfordshire outbreak different to Kent strain, health officials say
One person has died in the outbreak
The Independent UK
4 min read
Schools at centre of meningitis outbreak in Reading named
The UK Health Security Agency said the patients attended Reading Blue Coat School and Highdown Secondary School and Sixth Form Centre.
Evening Standard
5 min read
Struggling with perimenopausal hip pain? These four expert-backed moves can help
Ease stiffness and increase mobility and flexibility
Fit & Well
4 min read
Liverpool Player Ratings vs. Aston Villa: Doomsday Scenario Looms
Aston Villa’s second-half onslaught left Liverpool licking their wounds in a dismal Friday night showing.
Sports Illustrated
8 min read
Man Goes To AutoZone. Then He Notices Something Suspicious In The Parking Lot: 'Taking Over'
A man pulled into the parking lot of an AutoZone in downtown Austin, Texas, pointed his phone through the windshield, and filmed something viewers informed him is happening in parts store parking lots around the country. The asphalt was full of working mechanics, making the auto-parts retailer’s parking lot into…
Motor1
6 min read
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Guess What, Royal Enfield Is Upping Its Flat-Track Ante With the Sherpa Mk 2
Not every OEM gets to be 125 years old, but it's clear that Royal Enfield is celebrating this milestone in style in every way possible.
RideApart
3 min read
Man Utd XI vs. Nottingham Forest: Old Trafford Bids Farewell—Injury News, Predicted Lineup
Casemiro missed last week’s goalless stalemate with Sunderland.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
Five Possible Destinations for Ibrahima Konate As Liverpool Exit Looms
A problematic season for the French defender has seen his stock plummet.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
The Electric Motorcycle We Thought Was Vaporware Might Actually Be Real
After years of delays, the carbon fiber Novus One electric two-wheeler is said to be finally reaching customers in Germany.
RideApart
4 min read
Former FIA aero chief officially joins Alpine in senior F1 role
Veteran aero expert Jason Somerville has started his new job at the Alpine Formula 1 team after completing his gardening leave
Autosport
3 min read
Jaguars Reveal the Truth About Trevor Lawrence's Viral New Haircut
The quarterback shocked fans when he got his hair cut for the Jaguars’ schedule release video.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
Can-Am Outlander Pro and Max Pro ATVs Recalled Over Potentially Deadly Malfunction
If you own a 2023-2026 Can-Am Outlander Pro or Max Pro ATV, you should read up about a potential speed limiter control safety issue.
RideApart
3 min read
Who Has Scored the Most Goals in FA Cup Finals?
These players always rose—sometimes quite literally—to the occasion in the FA Cup final.
Sports Illustrated
4 min read
I Played Nintendo Switch In A Chinese EV
The Nio Firefly's latest software updates bring a bunch of fun features you can't get anywhere else, like Nintendo Switch casting.
InsideEVs
5 min read
The Rivian R2 Configurator Is Live. But You'll Have To Wait Until 2027 For The Best Color
Rivian has switched on the configurator for the R2. Now we know more than ever about the R2's range, options, pricing, and more.
InsideEVs
4 min read
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‘I didn’t want to be the guinea pig’: inside tech’s AI-fueled manager purge
Tech workers say AI-driven restructurings are eroding mentorship, support and paths to promotion across Silicon Valley
The Guardian - US
11 min read
VW Wants Its First Electric GTI To Feel Old-School
It may not have a combustion engine under the hood, but the VW ID. Polo GTI looks, feels, and sounds like an old-school hot hatch.
InsideEVs
3 min read
Scoop: Tech CEOs summoned to Capitol for June hearing
The Senate Judiciary Committee hearing will look at Big Tech and AI safety oversight.
Axios
2 min read
BMW And Mini EV Drivers Get A Sweet Discount At Ionna
One of the best DC fast charging networks in the U.S. is slashing prices for BMW and Mini EV drivers until September 30.
InsideEVs
3 min read
'Stop Hiring Humans' Billboards Spread Across US Cities as AI Startup Artisan Sparks Fury and Death Threats
Artisan AI's 'Stop Hiring Humans' campaign, featuring provocative billboards, has sparked widespread debate and backlash, highlighting concerns about AI's impact on employment and labour politics.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
The 3 big conflicts in AI race against China
They're shaping the race in real time, with changing global dynamics constantly shifting the terms.
Axios
5 min read
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Returns For 2027 With New Trims And One Big Fix Owners Wanted
Volkswagen said the ID. Buzz will return for model year 2027 with a bunch of small upgrades inside and out.
InsideEVs
3 min read
Tesla Is Now Testing A Virtual Waitlist For Superchargers
A year after it was announced, Tesla has finally begun a pilot rollout of a virtual waitlist for its Superchargers, allowing cars to join a queue to charge.
InsideEVs
4 min read
Hantavirus ‘can remain in semen for six years’ representing transmission risk, according to study
55-year-old man who recovered from hantavirus infection still had virus in his semen 71 months later
The Independent UK
4 min read
James Webb Space Telescope maps our universe's largest structure in unprecedented detail
Using the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have mapped the "cosmic web" of galaxies, the largest structure in the universe, with unprecedented detail.
Space
4 min read
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4 bright stars form a giant 'diamond' in the May night sky: Here's how to find it
Look for the Great Diamond of Spring in May's night sky and discover the rich realm of galaxies within.
Space
7 min read
We still can't see dark matter. But what if we can hear it?
Black holes smashing together may churn dark matter "butter," scientists say.
Space
5 min read
Weight-loss jabs could halve sickness absence and ease strain on NHS, study suggests
Research shows sick leave among patients prescribed GLP-1 injections over nine-month period reduced by 50%
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
The 'Doctor Who' TV movie at 30: Too British for America, too American for the UK
How an unlikely transatlantic alliance attempted to bring a Time Lord back from the dead.
Space
10 min read
No, this isn't a solar eclipse. It's an image of Mars, captured by NASA's asteroid-bound Psyche probe
NASA spacecraft Psyche has captured a stunning image of Mars ahead of a flyby on Friday (May 15).
Space
3 min read
'Directive 8020' is an introspective look at sci-fi horror and our fear of the unknown
Supermassive Games’ space horror game reckons with the cold fear of exploring space, and what an uncertain future means for the franchise.
Space
8 min read
NASA's Perseverance rover is positively glowing in its new selfie on Mars
Perched along the rugged western rim of Jezero Crater, NASA's Perseverance rover snapped a dramatic new selfie revealing ancient Martian terrain, fractured cliffs and clues to the Red Planet's distant past.
Space
4 min read
SpaceX's Starship V3 megarocket will do something completely new on Flight 12 — take a good look at itself
SpaceX's advanced new "V3" Starship megarocket is set to fly for the first time ever next week. The debut will feature some in-space action never seen before on a Starship mission.
Space
5 min read
Ban private jets and cut speed limits to avert UK fuel crisis, say campaigners
Climate and transport organisations warn ministers not to ‘sleepwalk into crisis’ amid Iran war oil and gas shortages
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Weather tracker: Furnace Creek sizzles as snow sweeps Siberia in a week of extremes
Record heat in North and Central America coincides with egg-sized hailstones in eastern China
The Guardian - UK
2 min read
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What the fate of Timmy the whale says about conservation
In this week’s newsletter: The public stranding of a young humpback exposes tensions between animal rights activism and other choices around biodiversity
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Tropical forests still under pressure despite slowdown in losses
Millions of hectares of tropical forest were destroyed in 2025, despite a slowdown in deforestation led by Brazil. Environmental experts say the drop shows governments can curb forest loss, but warn rainforests remain under pressure from agriculture, mining and fires.
Radio France Internationale
4 min read
Wood burning is reintroducing lead pollution into the air, US scientists find
Study of samples from seven winters suggests neurotoxic metal coming from wood itself rather than old paint
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Britons to vote in inaugural contest to find nation’s favourite butterfly
Butterfly Conservation poll is open until 7 June with choice of 60 species from small tortoiseshells to purple emperors
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Country diary: Charmed once again by the unscrupulous cuckoo
Murlough Nature Reserve, Dundrum, County Down: Its arrival signals the start of summer, and another cycle of its extraordinary breeding method
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
‘Floats above the landscape’: the architect whose designs touch the earth lightly
Glenn Murcutt pioneered architecture that was sensitive to its environment, and accomodating to changing temperatures and wildlife
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Salmon farm faces new cruelty claims as Trump seeks to supersize fish farming
New undercover video appears to show cruel treatment of salmon at Cooke hatchery amid push for ‘chickenification’ of fish
The Guardian - US
7 min read
River Thames in London gets first official bathing spot on Friday
Thames at Ham designated as one of 13 new swimming areas across England to be monitored for water quality
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
‘We found a charming alternative to touristy Bath’: readers’ favourite UK trips
From Hadrian’s Wall to the locations of Happy Valley and Hot Fuzz, readers share their top discoveries
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Why Mario Carbone is wedded to Palermo
Villas frozen in time, cannoli from a monastery and shots of orangecello were enough to make the restaurateur decide to get married in the Sicilian capital
Evening Standard
6 min read
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From mountain photography to ice-climbing – try it all at this summer festival in the French Alps
Improve your mountain skills by day and party by night at the Arc’teryx Alpine Academy in Chamonix
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Why this Turkish resort is perfect for a mum-and-baby trip
Travelling with a child solo can be anxiety-inducing — especially for first-timers. Here, single mum Rebecca Cope finds a solution
Evening Standard
6 min read
Budapest: where to stay, eat and drink
Mary Novakovich shows you how to spend a weekend in the Hungarian capital
Evening Standard
6 min read
The sunny Danish island that’s a poster child for the good life – and perfect for a spring break
The island of Samsø offers tranquil walks, biking, birding, distillery and pottery tours, and locally sourced fare – including citrusy ants
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
How to spend 48 hours in Tbilisi, Georgia
Georgia’s capital is renowned for its buzzing nightlife, experimental wine and exciting food scene
Evening Standard
10 min read
Share a tip on a UK coast walk
Whether it’s on the beach, along the prom or over dramatic cliffs, tell us about your favourite seaside walk – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break
The Guardian - UK
2 min read
Eight of the best secluded and affordable places to stay in Andalucía, Spain
From B&Bs and cabins to fincas and family hotels, these rural boltholes make ideal bases for exploring the region’s mountains, trails and historic towns and villages
The Guardian - UK
8 min read
Do look up: stargazing in New Zealand’s first dark sky community
It took 10 years for Naseby to achieve its DarkSky International certification. Now, a night out in the tiny Otago town is like ‘a tour through the history of the universe’
The Guardian - AU
6 min read
