England World Cup 2026 betting tips, odds and best bets
Check out our best bets for the Three Lions at the World Cup this summer
The Independent UK
8 min read
China mine blast: Death toll rises to 90; Beijing orders crackdown as rescue ops continue — top developments
A deadly gas explosion at a coal mine in northern China has killed at least 90 people, with rescue operations still under way and authorities launching a nationwide crackdown on illegal mining activities after the country’s worst mining disaster in 17 years, AFP reported.
The Times of India
3 min read
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
Cotton Poplin Pants vs Linen Trousers: The Shift in Casual Summer Outfits and Trendy Summer Trousers
See why fashion trends are shifting toward cotton poplin pants, a key player in casual summer outfits and trendy summer trousers, offering a fresh alternative to traditional linen trousers.
Fashion Times
8 min read
Is boring back? The California governor’s race and the fight for the future of the Democratic party
A massive field, no clear frontrunners and one big scandal have turned the high-stakes battle into a head-scratcher
The Guardian - US
13 min read
Ukrainian drone attack sparks huge fire at key Russian oil terminal
Authorities in the city of Novorossiysk reported that falling drone debris caused the blaze
The Independent UK
3 min read
America is suffering a shortage of construction workers and sabotaging its ability to fill vacancies by wiping out the industry's immigrant backbone
One construction trade group said the U.S. must hire 349,000 more construction workers in 2026 in order to meet demand.
Fortune
8 min read
Hawaii Earthquake Update: Did Mauna Loa Erupt and Is There a Tsunami Warning?
A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck Hawaii's Big Island, causing widespread shaking but no eruption or tsunami. Authorities confirmed the quake was due to tectonic activity, not volcanic processes.
International Business Times
6 min read
The show might go on: what happens to late-night TV without Stephen Colbert?
The end of The Late Show, an American institution since 1993, leaves those still surviving within the format wondering what the future looks like
The Guardian - US
8 min read
Taiwan says China deployed more than 100 vessels in regional waters
China has deployed over 100 naval and coast guard vessels across regional waters. This comes as Taiwan's security officials express concern. US President Donald Trump's remarks on arms sales to Taiwan have caused unease. Taiwan is seeking to boost its defense spending, but a proposed plan faced parliamentary hurdles. Beijing…
The Economic Times
3 min read
Carrying a Pocketknife? Check Your State’s New Blade-Length Rules Before You Get Arrested
Pocketknife rules across the United States have tightened in surprising ways, and many people still carry blades without realizing the legal risk sitting in their pocket. A simple everyday tool can quickly turn into a legal problem when blade-length limits change from one state—or even one city—to another. Lawmakers continue…
Clever Dude
7 min read
Scottish beauty spot crowned UK's best place for wild swimming
A Scottish beauty spot has been crowned the best place in the UK to go wild swimming ...
The National (Scotland)
3 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
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
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
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
China mine blast: Death toll rises to 90; Beijing orders crackdown as rescue ops continue — top developments
A deadly gas explosion at a coal mine in northern China has killed at least 90 people, with rescue operations still under way and authorities launching a nationwide crackdown on illegal mining activities after the country’s worst mining disaster in 17 years, AFP reported.
The Times of India
3 min read
Is boring back? The California governor’s race and the fight for the future of the Democratic party
A massive field, no clear frontrunners and one big scandal have turned the high-stakes battle into a head-scratcher
The Guardian - US
13 min read
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
America is suffering a shortage of construction workers and sabotaging its ability to fill vacancies by wiping out the industry's immigrant backbone
One construction trade group said the U.S. must hire 349,000 more construction workers in 2026 in order to meet demand.
Fortune
8 min read
Democratic chair faces calls to quit over ‘shambles’ of election autopsy release
DNC’s Ken Martin condemned for suppressing report for months and then admitting it ‘won’t meet your standards’
The Guardian - US
7 min read
‘Canada is handing people over to ICE’: refugees rejected at border face US detention
As Canada tightens asylum rules, refugees reuniting with family say they are being turned over to ICE and jailed for months after failed border claims
The Guardian - US
9 min read
Uganda confirms new Ebola cases as risk in DRC rises to highest level
As the World Health Organisation raised its risk assessment for the Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo to the highest level, Uganda has confirmed three new cases of the deadly virus.
Radio France Internationale
4 min read
The tech bro billionaires won the fight over the AI executive order. But are they losing the war?
Former AI czar David Sacks along with Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg swayed Trump against the executive order
Fortune
9 min read
Kyle Busch’s Final Moments Come To Light In Haunting 911 Audio Following His Struggle With ‘Severe’ Illness
A 911 call reveals the symptoms Kyle Busch experienced before his hospitalization for an undisclosed “severe” illness.
Bored Panda
6 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
Fernando Alonso explains Canadian GP sprint qualifying crash
Fernando Alonso crashed out of SQ1 for the Canadian Grand Prix sprint race after locking up at Turn 3
Motorsport
4 min read
Starbucks Retires NomadGo Inventory AI Across 11,000 Stores: Workers Had to Recount Every Scan
Starbucks terminated its AI-powered inventory counting system across all North American stores this week, nine months after deploying it as a centerpiece of CEO Brian Niccol's "Back to Starbucks" turnaround — the most prominent enterprise AI rollback in retail so far in 2026. An internal newsletter reviewed by Reuters and…
International Business Times
8 min read
Trump aide Rubio touts US energy on India trip meant to repair ties
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to strengthen ties. Discussions focused on trade and energy, with the US aiming to sell energy products to India. The visit sought to mend relations strained by US tariffs and engagement with India's rivals. Rubio extended an…
The Economic Times
5 min read
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
Current price of oil as of May 22, 2026
When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.
Fortune
6 min read
Wall Street rises as Middle East hopes lift sentiment
US stocks have closed higher as investors monitored developments in the Middle East and as Kevin Warsh took over as head of the Federal Reserve.
AAP
3 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
3 min read
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
Carrying a Pocketknife? Check Your State’s New Blade-Length Rules Before You Get Arrested
Pocketknife rules across the United States have tightened in surprising ways, and many people still carry blades without realizing the legal risk sitting in their pocket. A simple everyday tool can quickly turn into a legal problem when blade-length limits change from one state—or even one city—to another. Lawmakers continue…
Clever Dude
7 min read
US Green Card Rule: Immigrant Families Face Catch-22 as Donald Trump Forces Them Abroad
The Trump administration's new policy requires foreign nationals in the US to apply for green cards from abroad, altering a decades-old process and causing confusion among immigrants and legal experts.
International Business Times UK
6 min read
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
Former NASA Robotics Chief: America is building the wrong kind of robots — and China knows it
The U.S. is optimizing humanoid robots for factory demos and backflips. A former NASA robotics division chief explains why adaptability — not performance — is the metric that will determine who leads global manufacturing.
Fortune
7 min read
‘A pressure cooker ready to explode’: The wild secondaries scramble for Anthropic shares
The secondaries market for the biggest private tech companies has gotten scorching hot, and is potentially ripe for fraud.
Fortune
3 min read
'Robert Harward Impostor' Theories Explode: From 'Realistic Face Mask,' Unblinking Eyes, and Strange On-Air Look
Viral Fox News clip shows Robert Harward; viewers debate 'impostor' theories over unusual neck, facial features, and blinking
International Business Times 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
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
4 min read
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
The show might go on: what happens to late-night TV without Stephen Colbert?
The end of The Late Show, an American institution since 1993, leaves those still surviving within the format wondering what the future looks like
The Guardian - US
8 min read
Grizz Chapman death: 30 Rock actor dies, aged 52
Fan favourite star appeared in 80 episodes of hit NBC sitcom
The Independent UK
2 min read
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
‘He Tried To Explain’: Mechanic Tells Woman What Part She Needs. Then He Suggests She Buy It From RockAuto
'She knows ball.'
Motor1
4 min read
'People were hating on me and ripping me apart': Madison Beer talks Ariana Grande controversy
Madison Beer has claimed "people were hating on me and ripping me apart" after she said Ariana Grande wanted her to cameo in the Thank U, Next video.
BANG Premier
2 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
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
This US island is home to flora found nowhere else. Now, a wildfire threatens extinction: ‘watching with trepidation’
Firefighters are racing to douse flames on Santa Rosa Island as experts express concern for survival of its unique habitat
The Guardian - US
6 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
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
'Huge questions' over tax rebates for gas exploration
Millions in federal tax rebates are going towards gas exploration despite dubious eligibility under a scheme reserved for business innovation.
AAP
5 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
7 min read
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
Rallies, ad blitzes and a Trump endorsement: inside the final days of the Cornyn-Paxton runoff
Nearly 14 months and $135 million later, Texas’ blockbuster Republican Senate primary will finally be decided Tuesday.
The Texas Tribune
14 min read
House Democratic runoff heats up in the Rio Grande Valley, where the party hopes to reverse GOP gains
Texas House District 41 was opened by the retirement of Rep. Bobby Guerra, a Democrat. Donald Trump carried the district with 50.3% of the vote in 2024.
The Texas Tribune
4 min read
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
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
4 min read
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
WHO Warns Ebola Outbreak in Congo Now Poses 'Very High' Risk With 82 Cases and 7 Deaths
WHO warns the Ebola outbreak in Congo now poses a "very high" national risk, with 82 confirmed cases and 7 deaths, prompting tighter controls and urgent international support.
International Business Times
4 min read
This US island is home to flora found nowhere else. Now, a wildfire threatens extinction: ‘watching with trepidation’
Firefighters are racing to douse flames on Santa Rosa Island as experts express concern for survival of its unique habitat
The Guardian - US
6 min read
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
Iran Says Diplomatic Efforts Continue Amid Ceasefire Push
Regional mediation efforts intensified Friday, but Iranian officials cautioned that substantial disagreements with Washington remain unresolved despite ongoing negotiations.
International Business Times
4 min read
‘They’re playing with people’s lives’: the double amputee detained by ICE speaking out at public events
With wife Mildred, Rodney Taylor of Atlanta was moved to activism after his detention led to deteriorating health
The Guardian - US
6 min read
Is boring back? The California governor’s race and the fight for the future of the Democratic party
A massive field, no clear frontrunners and one big scandal have turned the high-stakes battle into a head-scratcher
The Guardian - US
13 min read
‘Canada is handing people over to ICE’: refugees rejected at border face US detention
As Canada tightens asylum rules, refugees reuniting with family say they are being turned over to ICE and jailed for months after failed border claims
The Guardian - US
9 min read
A New Orleans attorney was punished for exposing a clergy abuser. Here’s what officials hid for years
Richard Trahant appeals to supreme court after he was fined $400,000 for helping get priest removed from school – and the record of his sanction was placed under seal
The Guardian - US
14 min read
Democratic chair faces calls to quit over ‘shambles’ of election autopsy release
DNC’s Ken Martin condemned for suppressing report for months and then admitting it ‘won’t meet your standards’
The Guardian - US
7 min read
Family continues fight against MLB team after missing out on $13,000 raffle prize that they had to claim within 6 outs
A Wisconsin couple has struck out twice against in a legal battle with the Milwaukee Brewers over a $13,000 raffle prize — so now they're weighing a trip to the state's Supreme Court for a third time at bat.
The Independent UK
4 min read
‘F*** this guy’: Graduation speakers keep getting booed for talking about artificial intelligence
Commencement speakers want new graduates to feel optimistic about artificial intelligence — instead students are booing. New grads tell Josh Marcus that their fury about doddering policymakers and looming layoffs should be listened to
The Independent UK
6 min read
GOP Resistance To Trump 'Anti-Weaponization' Fund Stalls Immigration Bill In Senate
A growing dispute over a $1.776 billion compensation fund has exposed divisions within the Republican Party as Congress debates a broader immigration spending package.
International Business Times
5 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
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
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
8 min read
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
10 min read
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
3 min read
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
Under Trump, more than 145,000 US kids have been separated from their parents, a study shows
A thinktank investigation shows how immigration detention has torn apart families, and experts point to trauma
The Guardian - US
8 min read
OPINION - So you’re a ‘little bit OCD’? For some of us, it’s a little bit more than a personality type
I’ve been guilty of it myself. Admiring a stranger’s colour coded closet, entering a well-made bedroom, perusing an alphabetised bookshelf categorised entirely by genre. Attributing all these things to the curator’s tendency towards “OCD”. I have uttered as much, even as I privately run through a mental checklist of my…
Evening Standard
6 min read
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
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
6 min read
Putin will not wait for the UK to get its act together on defence
.jpeg)
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
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
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
40 Years Later, A Maligned Sequel To A Horror Classic Is Better Than You Remember
'Poltergeist II: The Other Side' might remain in the shadow of the Tobe Hooper classic, but it's better than its reputation.
Inverse
6 min read
The show might go on: what happens to late-night TV without Stephen Colbert?
The end of The Late Show, an American institution since 1993, leaves those still surviving within the format wondering what the future looks like
The Guardian - US
8 min read
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
Daily Guess The Famous Person Game #066 (May 23, 2026)
How well do you know famous people? Test your knowledge with today's (May 23, 2026) Guess the Famous Person game. Can you identify the mystery figure from the clues?
Bored Panda
2 min read
'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
3 min read
'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
3 min read
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
Cotton Poplin Pants vs Linen Trousers: The Shift in Casual Summer Outfits and Trendy Summer Trousers
See why fashion trends are shifting toward cotton poplin pants, a key player in casual summer outfits and trendy summer trousers, offering a fresh alternative to traditional linen trousers.
Fashion Times
8 min read
Why Mini Uggs Are Taking Over Shoe Trends 2026, Even Timothée Chalamet Wears Them
Mini Uggs are back in focus as shoe trends 2026 evolve. See how celebrity style, led by Timothée Chalamet, is driving the shift.
Fashion Times
8 min read
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
Gigi Hadid Elevates Celebrity Style With Polka Dots at Victoria's Secret Casting Call Event
Discover how Gigi Hadid's celebrity style at the Victoria's Secret casting call turned polka dots into a standout fashion statement in modern modeling culture.
Fashion Times
8 min read
Spicule Skincare Is Everywhere Right Now, But Skin Experts Share One Important Warning
Spicule skincare is one of beauty's biggest trends. Learn how to use it safely with dermatologist-approved healthy skin tips.
Fashion Times
8 min read
The Top 5 Shoe Trends 2026 Fashion Insiders Are Wearing for Summer
These summer fashion shoe trends 2026 combine comfort, elegance, and versatility for effortlessly polished warm weather looks.
Fashion Times
8 min read
Actor in hit Netflix series found dead a week after being reported missing
IN FULL
The Independent UK
1 min read
Emmerdale star Danny Miller marks one year of sobriety in moving video
Emmerdale star Danny Miller has celebrated one year of sobriety in a moving video posted to his Instagram page on Friday (22 May).
The Independent UK
1 min read
US sitcom star dies after ‘fighting illness’ for years
IN FULL
The Independent UK
1 min read
Sycamore Gap tree to live on as National Trust unveils art tribute
IN FULL
The Independent UK
2 min read
Hip-hop legend dies aged 59 after private battle with cancer
IN FULL
The Independent UK
1 min read
Strengthen and tone your lower body in just 10 minutes with this trainer’s four favorite exercises
Add weights or keep it equipment-free
Fit & Well
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
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
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
7 min read
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
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
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
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
Doctors call out 17-hour shifts in hospitals and 'disrespect from the top'
Echoes of marshmallow-gate, as doctors fight for their rights.
Newcastle Herald
4 min read
Why So Many Liverpool Players ‘Liked’ Mohamed Salah’s Arne Slot Takedown Post
Salah appeared to aim a thinly veiled dig at Liverpool’s manager which was liked by a large proportion of the first team.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
Honda Recalls 60,000 SUVs For Backup Camera Issues
Moisture intrusion into the rearview camera housing can cause corrosion and result in a blank screen.
Motor1
2 min read
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
Premier League Young Player of the Season: Full List of Winners
Nico O’Reilly has been honored at the end of an incredible solo campaign.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
‘I Know’—Casemiro’s Next Club After Man Utd Accidentally Confirmed by New Teammate
Casemiro has been heavily linked with a move to MLS since confirmed his Manchester United exit.
Sports Illustrated
4 min read
Premier League Player of the Season: Full List of Winners
Bruno Fernandes was recognized for his record-toppling season at Man Utd.
Sports Illustrated
6 min read
The Spurs Had Their Crowd, Their Stars and Their Moment—Then the Thunder Responded
The Thunder erased a quick 15-0 deficit to take Game 3 and control of the Western Conference finals.
Sports Illustrated
6 min read
How to Watch Hull vs. Middlesbrough on TV, Live Stream
Promotion beckons for either the Tigers or Boro at Wembley.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
Can ‘slow progress’ lead the United States to produce a top-20 player in the world?
Figures from around the American men’s soccer scene agree that the talent level is rising, but much work remains to improve the US men’s national team
The Guardian - US
14 min read
Women Take Hourlong Uber To Nashville. Then The Driver Does Something Dangerous: 'I Would Have Lost My Mind'
'Crashout.'
Motor1
3 min read
Nadal, Alcaraz and now Jodar: how Spain’s school of ‘suffering’ forges the stars of men’s tennis
The 19-year-old nicknamed the ‘new Rafa’, seeded at this year’s French Open, is the latest talent to emerge from the country’s conveyor belt of champions
The Guardian - US
8 min read
‘You can’t control everything’: the rise in plastic surgeons asked to create ‘AI face’
Growing numbers of people are seeking improbable cosmetic surgery based on chatbots’ recommendations
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Rab Exosphere 3.5 Self-Inflating Sleep Mat review: a brilliant three-season camping pad for comfort-first campers
Spoiler alert: I’m planning on getting a lot of blissful sleep at camp this summer
T3
7 min read
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 director says Ubisoft is the size of "70 Warhorse sized studios" even "after layoffs," and it could make "10 KCD2 sized games, each developed for 7 years, released every year"
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 13 does have a nice ring to it
GamesRadar
3 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
4 min read
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
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
SpaceX just launched Starship V3 — its most powerful megarocket yet — into space for the 1st time in spectacular Flight 12 test (video)
SpaceX's Starship V3, the most powerful rocket ever built, just roared off its launch pad in a spectacular show of power and technology.
Space
10 min read
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
'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
5 min read
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
‘Turn off the juice of the rulers!’ Who are the Volcano Group, mystery saboteurs behind a five-day Berlin blackout?
Earlier this year, the city was hit by its longest power cut since the second world war. But were those responsible eco-terrorists, agents of the far-right, or even Russian proxies?
The Guardian - UK
24 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
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
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
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
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
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
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
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
Hundreds of titles - just one subscription!
On sale for a limited time only, get 25% off for the first 3 months.
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
