Bodies of Italian divers located in sea cave
WHO chief raises alarm over scale of Ebola outbreak after death toll climbs
Home Depot's first quarter is driven by homeowner spring buying and professionals
Rescuers search for 3 missing after German building collapse possibly caused by gas explosion
Busiest US commuter rail system to resume operations as deal reached to end strike
Business|Economy|World
Bank of England's Greene says central banks can't assume Iran war impact will be temporary
Bank of England interest rate-setter Megan Greene said central banks should
May 18, 2026World
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Commerzbank formally rejects UniCredit takeover offer as risky and undervalued
Commerzbank on Monday formally rejected an offer by Italy's UniCredit to buy the German lender, digging in its heels in its months-long
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US home builder sentiment ticks up in May but broad pessimism remains prevalent
U.S. home builder sentiment unexpectedly improved in May, but construction firm attitudes about the housing market remain subdued as the war in Iran stokes inflation pressures that
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
Talks raise hopes of progress in strike at America’s busiest commuter railroad
Talks raise hopes of progress in strike at America’s busiest commuter railroad
May 18, 2026
World
Supreme Court puts off fight over who can sue to enforce what’s left of the Voting Rights Act
Supreme Court puts off fight over who can sue to enforce what’s left of the Voting Rights Act
May 18, 2026
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World
Ebola and hantavirus have Africa talking 'health sovereignty' as donor support fades
A new Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda is highlighting Africa's struggle with reduced international aid
May 18, 2026
Environment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World
Italy's foreign minister says divers found bodies of 4 Italians in Maldives sea cave
Italy’s Foreign Ministry says rescuers have found the bodies of four Italian divers inside an underwater cave in the Maldives
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World
Supreme Court rejects appeals from drug manufacturers over Medicare price negotiations
The Supreme Court has rejected appeals from pharmaceutical companies that object to negotiating Medicare drug prices with the federal government
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
NextEra, Dominion want to create a massive power company as AI drives energy demand in the US
NextEra Energy is seeking to acquire Dominion Energy in an all-stock deal valued at about $67 billion, creating a massive power company as the energy needs of artificial intelligence drive demand higher in the U.S. It is one of the biggest proposed mergers so far this year and would create the world’s biggest regulated electric utility business by market capitalization, the companies said on Monday
May 18, 2026
Arts|Education|Opinion|Political|Science|World
Trump’s Cabinet dramatically changed American foreign policy while the president made noise – a scholar of presidential rhetoric explains
The president’s barrage of pronouncements on foreign policy mean his Cabinet members’ statements on foreign policy have become more reliable indicators of administration positions.
May 18, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Opinion|Political|World
Why the Iran war is breaking the US-European strategic alliance
European leaders are learning they cannot rely on Washington, and that the US will act against their interests and at their economic expense.
May 18, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World
1 dead, 3 hurt as tanker truck carrying 8,800 gallons of fuel ignites on I-287 in New Jersey
1 dead, 3 hurt as tanker truck carrying 8,800 gallons of fuel ignites on I-287 in New Jersey
May 18, 2026
Business|Environment|Technology|Travel|World
Why do ships under attack call this tiny office?
Vessels in trouble in the Strait of Hormuz call this small office in an English coastal city and the 18-person team then problem solves from thousands of miles away.
May 17, 2026
Health|Political|Science|World
US states reject anti-vaccine bills as public health groups fight MAHA
Dozens of state anti-vaccine bills backed by "Make America Healthy Again" supporters have failed after public health groups won over Republican state
May 18, 2026
Business|Crime|Environment|Sports|World
4 crew members eject safely after two Navy jets crash during air show in Idaho
Officials say all four crew members ejected safely after two Navy jets collided and crashed during an air show at a military base in Idaho
May 18, 2026
Health|Science|Travel|World
Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship docks in the Netherlands for disinfection
A cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection
May 18, 2026
Election|Political|US|World
What to expect in Alabama's primaries
Alabama voters will choose nominees for U.S. Senate, governor and a full slate of state and local offices
May 18, 2026
Election|Political|World
What to expect in Georgia's primaries
Voting will conclude in the swing state of Georgia in competitive primaries for governor and a U.S. Senate seat that could decide control of the closely divided chamber
May 18, 2026
Americas|Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World
Will White House correspondents' dinner be rescheduled? Some say: ‘Let’s call the whole thing off’
And now, back to our regularly scheduled programming
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Kremlin says it has 'serious expectations' for Putin's trip to China
Russia has high expectations for President Vladimir Putin's trip to China this week, and the two sides will use it to develop their "privileged partnership", the Kremlin
May 18, 2026
Arts|Fashion and Beauty|MidEast|World
In war‑scarred Gaza, brides turn to refurbished wedding dresses
In a small sewing workshop in southern Gaza, Nisreen Al‑Rantisi pulls fabric from a pile and reshapes worn wedding dresses, trying to keep
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|US|World
A new day at the Fed, but policy forecast cloudy for Warsh, Trump, US
After eight years of friction with the White House, a global pandemic, and a fight with high inflation, the U.S.
May 18, 2026
Crime|Education|US|World
A 6-year-old shot his teacher in class. Now the school’s former assistant principal is on trial
A 6-year-old shot his teacher in class. Now the school’s former assistant principal is on trial
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
How to inflation-proof your investments
How to inflation-proof your investments
May 18, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
‘Won’t be anything left’: Trump issues warning to Iran after national security team meeting
‘Won’t be anything left’: Trump issues warning to Iran after national security team meeting
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Trump has only one real option to slash gas prices
Trump has only one real option to slash gas prices
May 18, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Philippine Senate convenes as impeachment court to try vice president as political storm rages
The Philippine Senate has convened as an impeachment court for Vice President Sara Duterte's trial over criminal charges
May 18, 2026
Business|Technology|World
How Trump's crypto venture and Iran's top exchange tapped into the same industry networks
When customers of Iran’s largest crypto exchange needed to move billions of dollars, networks created by two of the industry’s biggest players
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
Equinix faces challenge to Cape Town data centres over environmental concerns
A plan by U.S.-listed Equinix to build two data centres in Cape Town should not be approved without full disclosure of its water, power and environmental
May 18, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Hong Kong court hears final arguments in the trial of Tiananmen vigil organizers
A Hong Kong court has started hearing final arguments in the national security trial of two organizers of vigils commemorating the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown
May 18, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Guns on the television and in Iran’s streets as Trump renews war threats
Guns on the television and in Iran’s streets as Trump renews war threats
May 18, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
From a ‘board of trade’ to Boeing planes, what did Xi and Trump actually agree to?
From a ‘board of trade’ to Boeing planes, what did Xi and Trump actually agree to?
May 18, 2026
Crime|US|World
Three suspects in custody after shooting spree in Austin, Texas, police say
Three suspects were in custody on Sunday after a dozen shootings this weekend in Austin, Texas, that left four people injured, police said.
May 18, 2026
Business|Science|Technology|World
White House gets small rare earth win, but China's export regime is here to stay
China will address U.S. concerns about rare earth shortages, the White House said on Sunday in a recap of agreements struck at last week's
May 18, 2026
Health|Science|World
What do we know about the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda?
The World Health Organization on Sunday declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda to be a public health emergency of international
May 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
China's economy loses steam at start of Q2 as consumption, output disappoint in April
China's growth lost momentum in April, with industrial output cooling and retail sales sinking to over three-year lows as the world's second-biggest economy wrestled with
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
China agrees to boost trade for US beef and poultry following Trump-Xi summit
The White House says China has agreed to increase its imports of U.S. agricultural products like beef and poultry, after President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing last week
May 18, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US|World
Mitchell scores 26 and the Cavaliers rout the Pistons 125-94 in Game 7 to reach the East finals
Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Jarrett Allen and Sam Merrill each added 23 and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Detroit Pistons 125-94 on Sunday night in Game 7 to advance to the Eastern Conference finals
May 18, 2026
Health|Science|World
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda
The World Health Organization has declared an Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern
May 17, 2026
Political|World
Trump-backed faith event features conservative Christians as critics decry blurring of church-state lines
A Trump administration-backed celebration of U.S. religious
May 17, 2026
Business|Sports|World
Aaron Rai runs away with the PGA Championship, first English-born winner in more than a century
Aaron Rai has become the first English-born player in more than a century to capture the PGA Championship
May 17, 2026
Business|Sports|US|World
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Thunder becomes the 14th player to win back-to-back NBA MVPs
He’s the best player on the best team
May 17, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Nine in 10 families in China own a home. But is the property-owning dream being tested?
Nine in 10 families in China own a home. But is the property-owning dream being tested?
May 18, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US|World
McIlroy has angry exchange with fan at PGA. Rahm, Smith, Schauffele also fade
Rory McIlroy’s frustrating final round at the PGA Championship boiled over with an angry exchange with a fan after a “U-S-A!”
May 18, 2026
Arts|Sports|World
Aaron Rai becomes the first English golfer to win the PGA Championship in more than a century
Aaron Rai becomes the first English golfer to win the PGA Championship in more than a century
May 18, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Barcelona wins in Lewandowski's farewell. Sevilla avoids relegation despite loss to Real Madrid
Barcelona has capped a perfect season at home
May 18, 2026
Political|US|World
National Mall prayer event sparks concern about Trump administration eroding the wall between church and state
National Mall prayer event sparks concern about Trump administration eroding the wall between church and state
May 17, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World
Barbra Streisand won't attend Cannes Palme d'Or ceremony after a knee injury
Barbra Streisand says she won’t attend the Cannes Film Festival ceremony where she was to receive an honorary Palme d’Or after sustaining a knee injury
May 18, 2026
Crime|Science|Technology|World
Drone strikes UAE nuclear plant as US and Iran signal they are prepared to resume war
A drone strike has targeted the United Arab Emirates’ sole nuclear power plant
May 17, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World
Bulgarians cheer 'Bangaranga' and the country's first Eurovision win
Bulgarians celebrated on Sunday their country's surprise first win in the Eurovision Song Contest as they welcomed home Dara, who triumphed with her catchy, crowd-pleasing,
May 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
China to buy at least $17 billion in US agricultural products annually, White House says
China has committed to purchasing at least $17 billion of U.S. agricultural products in 2026, 2027 and 2028, the White House said in a fact sheet released on Sunday.
May 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World
Cassidy tried to get along with Trump after his impeachment vote. Retribution came anyway
It was a hurdle too high for Bill Cassidy to clear
May 18, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|World
Neymar angry at being accidentally substituted in last match before Brazil announces World Cup squad
An apparent mistake by the fourth official has forced Neymar off the field in the 65th minute of Santos' 3-0 home loss to Coritiba in the Brazilian league, the last match before Brazil’s World Cup squad is announced Monday
May 18, 2026
Health|Science|Travel|World
Canadian national health agency confirms 1 positive hantavirus test
Canada's national health agency confirms that one of four Canadians returning from a cruise ship with a hantavirus outbreak has tested positive
May 18, 2026
Sports|US|World
Injury concerns for the US ahead of World Cup with Aaronson, Richards hurt in Premier League action
U.S. forward Brenden Aaronson has left the field with an apparent left knee injury while playing for Leeds in the Premier League in a potential concern for the Americans ahead of the World Cup
May 17, 2026
Sports|World
Defending champion US rebounds from loss to Switzerland by beating Britain 5-1 at ice hockey worlds
The United States bounced back from a loss to Switzerland with a 5-1 win over Britain at the ice hockey world championship
May 17, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World
Bulgaria gives its Eurovision winner Dara a grand welcome upon her return home
Hundreds of cheering fans waving Bulgarian flags have welcomed Eurovision Song Contest winner Dara upon her return home
May 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
PG&E warns Northern California counties of likely power shutoffs starting Sunday
PG&E warns Northern California counties of likely power shutoffs starting Sunday
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Taiwan’s president defends US arms purchases that Trump called 'bargaining chip'
Taiwan’s president says arms purchases from the United States are crucial for regional stability, after President Donald Trump questioned continued U.S. support for Taiwan following his visit to China
May 17, 2026
Crime|US|World
Neighbors rush to help teenagers shot: 'I saw the fear in his eyes'
Neighbors rush to help teenagers shot: 'I saw the fear in his eyes'
May 17, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Peru electoral body pledges to fix voting 'flaws' ahead of June presidential runoff
Peru's top electoral authority pledged on Sunday to correct "flaws" that delayed April's first-round election results by a month ahead of a presidential runoff scheduled for
May 17, 2026
Health|Science|Travel|World
Canadian cruise passenger gets presumptive positive hantavirus test
Canadian cruise passenger gets presumptive positive hantavirus test
May 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Italian leaders visit Modena after car-ramming attack
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and President Sergio Mattarella travelled to the northern city of Modena on Sunday, a day after several people were
May 17, 2026
Asia|Sports|World
North Korean women's soccer team arrives in South Korea for regional tournament
A North Korean women’s soccer team has arrived in South Korea to compete in a regional tournament
May 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine conducts large-scale drone strikes on Russia, killing 4 and wounding a dozen others
Russian officials say overnight Ukrainian drone strikes killed at least four people including three near Moscow
May 17, 2026
Political|US|World
Trump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back
Trump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back
May 17, 2026
Economy|World
Israel's economy shrinks in first quarter but seen rebounding after Iran war
Israel's economy began 2026 with a slowdown, hit by war with Iran, but growth is expected to recover as long as the conflict does not reignite.
May 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Ukraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports
Ukraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports
May 17, 2026
Americas|Crime|Environment|Political|World
US-Mexico border wall construction is desecrating sacred sites, Indigenous leaders say
Indigenous leaders say that federal contractors are desecrating sacred Native American places and cultural sites at an unprecedented pace in the rush to build more walls on the U.S.-Mexico border
May 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|World
Four bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy
Four bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy
May 17, 2026
Business|Europe|Sports|World
Xabi Alonso hired by Chelsea on 4-year deal in return to coaching after Real Madrid disappointment
Chelsea has hired Xabi Alonso as its latest manager on a four-year deal, with the former Real Madrid coach set to take over on July 1
May 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Palestinian leader's son wins role in Abbas' party, official says
The millionaire businessman son of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has won a steering role in his father's political party Fatah, a party
May 17, 2026
Business|Education|Sports|Technology|World
Community college student from Michigan to be 1st woman to represent US at world welding competition
A Michigan community college student will be the first female welder to represent the United States at a worldwide competition described as the Olympics of the skilled trades
May 17, 2026
Environment|Science|Sports|Travel|World
3 Finnish divers arrive in the Maldives to remap the search for the bodies of 4 Italian divers
Three Finnish divers have arrived in the Maldives to help search for the bodies of four Italian divers believed to be in an underwater cave
May 17, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
Trump administration promotes program to check voter eligibility. Critics fear a midterm purge
The Trump administration has run the names of at least 67 million voters through government databases as it looks for noncitizens and people who've died
May 17, 2026
Business|Europe|World
This tiny center in a UK seaside town is the first place vessels under attack in the Persian Gulf call
This tiny center in a UK seaside town is the first place vessels under attack in the Persian Gulf call
May 17, 2026
Health|Science|World
A measles outbreak crossed into Mexico from Texas. A larger tragedy followed
A measles outbreak crossed into Mexico from Texas. A larger tragedy followed
May 17, 2026
Asia|Political|Sports|World
Soccer players become first North Korean athletes to visit the South in more than 7 years
Soccer players become first North Korean athletes to visit the South in more than 7 years
May 17, 2026
Americas|Entertainment|Sports|World
Sabres rally to beat the Canadiens 8-3 to force Game 7
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 18 saves after starter Alex Lyon stopped only one of the four shots he faced, and the Buffalo Sabres roared back to beat the Montreal Canadiens 8-3 on Saturday night and force a Game 7 in the Eastern Conference semifinal series
May 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Senate referee rules against some Trump ballroom funding, Democrats say
Senate referee rules against some Trump ballroom funding, Democrats say
May 17, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|Sports|World
Bulgaria wins the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with upbeat party anthem 'Bangaranga'
Bulgaria has won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with singer Dara’s party anthem “Bangaranga.”
May 16, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World
Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel finishes second amid boycotts over its participation
Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel finishes second amid boycotts over its participation
May 17, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
In the birthplace of Civil Rights Movement, groups rally to defend Black political representation
Thousands of people gathered in Montgomery, Alabama, to mobilize support for voting rights amid concerns about redistricting efforts
May 16, 2026
Arts|Business|Education|Environment|Food|Interview|Lifestyle|Science|Travel|World
Can coffee thrive in the shadow of the city?
Can coffee thrive in the shadow of the city?
May 17, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World
The Latest: Bulgarian singer Dara wins this year's Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna
Bulgarian singer Dara’s dance anthem “Bangaranga” has won the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria, her country's first ever win in the competition
May 17, 2026
Business|Crime|Political|World
Venezuela says it deported a close ally of Maduro to face criminal proceedings in US
Venezuela’s government says it has deported a close ally of Nicolás Maduro to face judicial proceedings in the U.S. less than three years after the business owner was pardoned by President Joe Biden as part of a prisoner swap
May 17, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World
The 10 best performances at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest
The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest final in Vienna has showcased acts from 25 countries
May 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Driver plows into pedestrians in Modena, 8 injured as driver detained after attempted escape
A driver has plowed into pedestrians in the northern Italian city of Modena, injuring eight people, four of them critically, before trying to flee and being detained by police, local authorities said
May 16, 2026
Business|Sports|World
Protests and defeat: Chelsea fans run out of patience with club’s billionaire American owners
Protests and defeat: Chelsea fans run out of patience with club’s billionaire American owners
May 17, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Israeli strike kills Hamas’ military wing leader, who Israel says was an architect of Oct 7 attacks
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza has killed Hamas military wing leader Izz al-Din al-Haddad
May 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Brass bands in Beijing make way for sticker shock at home as Trump returns to escalating inflation
President Donald Trump has returned from his state visit to China to face a challenging U.S. economy
May 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Britain’s hard right on the march as tens of thousands descend on London
Britain’s hard right on the march as tens of thousands descend on London
May 17, 2026
Africa|Health|Science|World
Congolese report constant burials as deaths in new Ebola outbreak reach 80
At least 80 people have died in Congo’s new Ebola disease outbreak in the eastern Ituri province
May 16, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga dies in custody in The Hague at age 91
A U.N. court says that a Rwandan suspect charged in connection with the 1994 genocide died in a hospital while in custody in The Hague
May 17, 2026
Crime|World
Drones, bullets and cartel warfare fuel an invisible displacement crisis in Mexico
María Cabrera and her family fled into the night-cloaked mountains of central Mexico with only the clothes on their backs when bombs fell from the sky and bullets ricocheted off her concrete floors
May 16, 2026
Environment|Science|World
Timmy, the stranded humpback whale, found dead off Danish coast
Timmy, the stranded humpback whale, found dead off Danish coast
May 17, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
Trump says Iran war is worth the economic pain. These rural voters agree
Perched behind the cash register at Stubs liquor store, Amy Van Duyn gazed out the window at a red-and-green gasoline price sign, which she said
May 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
London police were out in force to deal with rival rallies and a soccer final
Police say 43 people were arrested in London in connection two rival marches on the streets of capital
May 16, 2026
Americas|Political|Technology|US|World
US aircraft carrier returns home after record deployment that included Iran war, Maduro capture
US aircraft carrier returns home after record deployment that included Iran war, Maduro capture
May 16, 2026
Sports|World
Heartbreak for Hearts as Celtic crowned Scottish Premiership champion
Celtic has won the Scottish Premiership in dramatic style with two late goals to beat rival Hearts 3-1
May 16, 2026
Health|Science|World
France says cruise ship Andes virus matches known South American viruses
France’s Pasteur Institute has fully sequenced the Andes virus found in a French passenger from the MV Hondius cruise ship
May 16, 2026
Environment|Science|World
Humpback whale released after spectacular rescue effort found dead off Denmark
Authorities say a humpback whale found dead this week off a Danish island has been identified as the animal released two weeks ago in a spectacular and contentious rescue effort
May 16, 2026
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World
Is Britain ungovernable?
Is Britain ungovernable?
May 16, 2026
Europe|World
Many see Andy Burnham as UK government's savior. First he needs a seat in Parliament
Britain’s government is in turmoil, and some see Andy Burnham as the one to save it
May 16, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|World
As global crises multiply, scores of US diplomats say they have been forced out
As global crises multiply, scores of US diplomats say they have been forced out
May 16, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
US and Nigerian forces kill senior ISIS commander, Trump says
US and Nigerian forces kill senior ISIS commander, Trump says
May 16, 2026
Business|Economy|US|World
Trump returns from China with no Iran breakthrough — and a decision to make
Trump returns from China with no Iran breakthrough — and a decision to make
May 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
Long Island Rail Road, America’s largest commuter railroad, is on strike
Long Island Rail Road, America’s largest commuter railroad, is on strike
May 16, 2026
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|US|World
Trump's description of Taiwan as a ‘good negotiating chip’ with China raises anxieties
U.S. President Donald Trump has described arms sales to Taiwan as a "very good negotiating chip" in dealings with China
May 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Sports|World
How much are players earning at PGA Championship? The purse goes up to $20.5M
The PGA Championship has bumped up its prize fund by $1.5 million
May 16, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Israel kills most senior Hamas military leader in Gaza strike
Israel kills most senior Hamas military leader in Gaza strike
May 16, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
Trump says Islamic State group leader was killed in a joint US-Nigerian mission
President Donald Trump says U.S. and Nigerian forces carried out a mission to kill a leader of the Islamic State group
May 16, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
A cargo train hits a public bus at a Bangkok rail crossing, killing at least 8
A train has crashed into a public bus in Bangkok, killing at least eight people
May 16, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Mourinho receives Arbeloa's blessing amid talk of return to Real Madrid
Real Madrid’s Álvaro Arbeloa has given his blessing to former boss José Mourinho amid intense speculation that the Portuguese coach is set to replace him and start a second stint at the European powerhouse
May 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
Trump leaves China summit with Iran, Taiwan, and trade in focus
President Donald Trump left Beijing for the US on Friday afternoon after two days of high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping to ease tensions between the world’s two largest economies. Air Force One departed following a tarmac ceremony where Trump fist-pumped as attendees waved US and Chinese flags. The visit featured a state banquet, historic site tours, and working meals.
May 15, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Putin to visit Chinese leader Xi Jinping days after Trump's trip to Beijing
Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on a two-day trip to Beijing next week, the Kremlin says
May 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US CEOs follow Trump's footsteps with diplomacy in Beijing
As U.S.
May 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|World
Argentina’s beef consumption falls to lowest level in 20 years as prices soar
Argentina’s beef consumption has fallen to its lowest level in two decades as soaring prices and weakening purchasing power push many families to replace beef with cheaper proteins like chicken and pork
May 16, 2026
Political|World
Gaza airstrike targeted Hamas military wing leader, Israel says
Israeli officials say an airstrike in Gaza has targeted Izz al-Din al-Haddad, the leader of Hamas’ military wing
May 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
As Netanyahu spotlights Israel's ties to the UAE, its rulers prefer to be discreet
The tight relationship between Israel and the United Arab Emirates is typically managed discreetly
May 16, 2026
Health|Science|Technology|World
FDA official who scrutinized COVID shots and antidepressants is out in latest shake-up
The Food and Drug Administration's top drug official is leaving in the latest shake-up at the powerful health agency
May 16, 2026
Americas|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World
Pope creates artificial intelligence study group as Vatican prepares to release his first encyclical
Pope Leo XIV has created a study group on artificial intelligence in a sign of his ongoing concern about the technology
May 16, 2026
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World
These women are training to represent the US in an Olympic sport they'd never heard of
With Los Angeles hosting the 2028 Olympics, the U.S. women’s handball team will be able to play in the Games for the first time since 1996
May 16, 2026
Political|US|World
Supreme Court rejects Virginia's bid to restore congressional map favoring Democrats
The Supreme Court has rejected Virginia’s bid to restore a congressional map that would have given Democrats a chance to pick up four seats in the closely divided House of Representatives
May 16, 2026