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New York PostDemocratic Senator Stays Silent on Maine Candidate Allegations
A U.S. senator has not commented on misconduct claims against a Maine Senate candidate despite past public statements on similar issues. The candidate faces allegations from former partners and maintains a primary lead ahead of the June 9 vote.
investmentexecutive.comSDNY Charges Chinese National With Laundering $14 Million in Pig-Butchering Crypto Proceeds
Federal prosecutors in Manhattan unsealed charges against a Chinese national for operating a New York-based money-laundering network that moved more than $14 million in cryptocurrency from Southeast Asian pig-butchering fraud schemes. The case forms part of a coordinated federal…
New York PostHouse Rejects Tlaib Resolution Directing Trump to Withdraw Forces From Lebanon, 92-324
The measure would have required President Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from Lebanon within seven days. House Democratic leaders opposed the resolution.
New York PostFive Charged in $15M Romance Scam Targeting Elderly Americans Using AI-Generated Videos
Federal authorities announced arrests in a scheme that used AI-generated videos and fake inheritances to defraud more than 100 victims. Three suspects are in U.S. custody and two remain in Ghana awaiting extradition.
japantimes.co.jpOil Executives Warn of Prolonged Supply Shock and Recession Risk as Bessent Calls Price Rise Temporary
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said energy-driven inflation and high crude prices are short-term supply shocks that will reverse. Chevron CEO Mike Wirth and ADNOC head Sultan al-Jaber described shrinking inventories and slow infrastructure recovery that could keep prices elevat…
The BbcKatie Taylor to Face Flora Pili for WBC Title at Croke Park, Costing Nearly 3x More Than Wembley
Matchroom confirmed a Friday press conference at the 82,300-capacity stadium. The 39-year-old two-weight champion has not boxed since retaining her undisputed light-welterweight title against Amanda Serrano last July.
Japan TimesCrunchyroll Anime Awards Held in Tokyo as Paid Subscribers Reach 21 Million
The 10th annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards were held May 23 at the Grand Prince Hotel Shin Takanawa. Yoko Takahashi performed the theme from Neon Genesis Evangelion before an international audience.
38north.orgSouth Korea Considers Regional Electricity Discounts for Heavy Industry Outside Seoul
Climate Minister Kim Sung-whan said the government is considering differentiated rates by region to help heavy users such as petrochemical and steel plants.
The Sydney Morning HeraldAustralian Foreign Minister Says She Believes Activists' Allegations of Abuse by Israeli Forces
The foreign minister stated during Senate hearings that she believes Australian women who allege sexual assault and mistreatment while detained by Israeli forces. She also said she is open to meeting the activists and has raised the matter with Israeli officials.
Washington ExaminerZelensky Says Iran Is Top U.S. Priority, Acknowledges Ukraine 'in the Queue' and Offers Direct Talks With Putin
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Iran is the top U.S. priority and Ukraine comes second. He spoke during a press conference in Kyiv with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
nymag.comRep. Tom Kean Jr. Missed More Than 100 House Votes Since Early March
The New Jersey Republican, absent since early March, said he will resume in-person duties in a matter of weeks and will disclose details of his medical condition at that time. He will face Democrat Rebecca Bennett in November.
Nvidia, Microsoft and Google Announce New AI Chips and Agents for Laptops, With Caveats on Readiness and Cost
Nvidia introduced the RTX Spark chip on June 1 while Microsoft announced the Scout agent on Tuesday and Google previewed new Googlebooks features, all aimed at enabling AI agents to complete multi-step tasks locally.
ecns.cnUNICEF Reports 30-150% Rise in Humanitarian Transport Costs Amid Red Sea Disruptions and Middle East Conflict
Jean-Cedric Meeus, head of logistics for UNICEF, said Tuesday that shipping disruptions linked to the U.S.-launched war in the Middle East are driving up costs for vaccines, therapeutic food, and education materials delivered to children in Africa and elsewhere.
manilatimes.netImee Marcos Alleges Quiet Charter Change to Extend Brother’s Term, Later Withdraws Claims After Majority Pushback
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. rejected claims that he seeks to suspend the 2028 elections. Rappler reported the denial followed a May 22 video alleging his son Sandro would replace him.
The HillTrump Administration Issues Medicaid Work Requirement Rules
New federal rules require states to verify 80 hours of monthly work or training for Medicaid eligibility. The policy allows exemptions for certain medical conditions while tightening definitions of frailty.
blackenterprise.comSpanish Mayor Bans DR Congo vs Chile Friendly, Citing Ebola Risk Despite Team's Compliance with World Cup Health Protocols
The mayor of La Linea de la Concepcion signed a decree cancelling the June 9 match citing health risks from an Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo. The decision follows advice from regional and local health officials.
thegatewaypundit.comMedicare Administrator to Host White House Press Briefing
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services administrator Mehmet Oz will conduct the White House press briefing on Tuesday at 1 p.m. The appearance continues a rotation of administration officials substituting for the press secretary during maternity leave.
jpost.comUN: Global Humanitarian Supply Lines Disrupted by Middle East War Will Recover by 2027
The United Nations warned that even an immediate end to the Middle East war would leave disrupted humanitarian supply chains impaired until at least 2027. UNICEF logistics chief Jean-Cedric Meeus detailed the global ripple effects during a Geneva press conference.
Le MondeStellantis Announces €1B Investment in Peugeot Models at Mulhouse but Cuts European Output 20% After €22B EV Write-Down
Stellantis announced a €1 billion investment on June 2, 2026, to develop and build three new electric or hybrid Peugeot models at its Mulhouse plant in eastern France. The move forms part of a broader €60 billion plan to restore profitability over five years.
South China Morning PostMalaysia Urges Norway to Speed Refund on Cancelled Missile Deal
Malaysia has asked Norway to accelerate repayment after a cancelled naval missile purchase. The Defence Minister said Norway's export licence refusal caused the cancellation.
CnbcFlorida Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against OpenAI and CEO
Florida's attorney general sued OpenAI and its chief executive on Monday, alleging the company released an unsafe product. The complaint seeks to hold the CEO personally liable and to require compliance with state consumer protection law.
EuronewsHungary’s Prime Minister Péter Magyar to Meet German Chancellor and French President
Péter Magyar will visit German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Tuesday and French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday. The meetings follow a political agreement to unfreeze €16.4 billion in EU funds.
upi.comSenegal and Gambia Leaders Hold Closed-Door Talks in Banjul
The president of Senegal arrived in The Gambia on Saturday for a one-day state visit. The two countries reviewed bilateral agreements and discussed regional security and economic cooperation.
RapplerSenator surrenders to police, vows to remain with Senate majority bloc
A senator surrendered to police on Monday afternoon after facing a third plunder case. He stated he would stay with the Senate majority and instructed officials to withhold his salary during the proceedings.
Dayton Covers Flock License Plate Cameras During Policy Review After Finding Policy Violations
City crews in Dayton, Ohio placed trash bags over Flock Safety license plate readers after an internal review found thousands of immigration-related searches. Similar disputes have led other cities to deactivate or remove the devices.
rte.ieNASA Announces Three-Phase Plan and 2026 Robotic Missions for Proposed Lunar Base Near South Pole
NASA administrator Jared Isaacman announced on 26 May 2026 that three uncrewed missions will launch this year to scout landing sites and test rovers. The overall programme runs through 2036 and will culminate in a base hundreds of square kilometres in size.
techspot.comDemocratic Lawmakers Introduce Bill for Paid Reproductive Health Leave
Three House members held a press conference on May 21 to support legislation granting up to 12 days of paid leave annually for reproductive health needs. The measure covers severe menstrual pain, abortions, menopause symptoms, miscarriages, biopsies and vasectomies.
yardbarker.comSergei Pavlovich Defeats Tallison Teixeira by KO in 39 Seconds at UFC Macau
Josh Hokit posted on X calling Teixeira Alex Pereira’s “Brazilian practice dummy” after the 39-second finish. Pavlovich ended a three-year knockout drought at Galaxy Arena.
Fox NewsAB Hernandez Takes Two Titles in Girls' Events at California State Track Championship
AB Hernandez placed first in the girls' high jump and triple jump and third in the long jump at the CIF state meet on Saturday. The California Interscholastic Federation again awarded shared podium spots to athletes finishing directly behind Hernandez.
yardbarker.comTill stops Chalmers in second round of BKFC debut
Darren Till overcame a first-round knockdown to defeat Aaron Chalmers by stoppage at the start of round two in his BKFC debut. The promotion's president said the performance showed Till is suited to the sport.
NewsweekGiants Quarterback Addresses Backlash After Rally Appearance
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart spoke publicly about introducing President Trump at a May 22 rally. A teammate posted and later deleted a critical comment on social media. The team held internal discussions before both players addressed the matter with reporters.
upi.comBrowns offensive coordinator outlines new OTA practice rules
Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Todd Monken discussed new rules for organized team activities during a press conference. The comments focused on player development expectations rather than the quarterback competition.
rediff.comDraft Iran Deal Would Restore Pre-War Conditions Over 60 Days
A draft memorandum would halt fighting with Iran and return conditions to those of February 27 before a longer agreement is negotiated. President Trump is reviewing the proposal, which includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and limits on Iran's nuclear activities.
newser.comBill Would Allow $250 Note Featuring Sitting President for 250th Anniversary
A Republican lawmaker introduced legislation to create a new $250 bill marking the United States semiquincentennial. The measure would exempt the commemorative note from a long-standing prohibition on depicting living individuals on currency.
japantimes.co.jpU.S. Defense Official Links Nigeria Operations to Protection of Christians
A U.S. defense official stated that military actions against an ISIS-linked commander in Nigeria followed a directive to protect Christians targeted by the group. The comments came during a White House press conference on Wednesday.
Washington ExaminerU.S. and Iran Reach Tentative Deal on Nuclear Curbs, Shipping Assurances and Naval Blockade Lift
U.S. and Iranian negotiators agreed on a 60-day memorandum of understanding to extend a ceasefire and address Iran's nuclear program. President Trump has not yet approved the deal, which includes commitments on uranium and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
Washington ExaminerTreasury Secretary Bessent to Hold White House Press Briefing Thursday
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will conduct the daily White House press briefing at 2 p.m. Thursday. He is substituting for press secretary Karoline Leavitt, who is on maternity leave.
Nbc SportsRunning back absent from Thursday offseason practice
The team's head coach stated during a Thursday press conference that the running back is not attending the day's voluntary OTA session. The player is under contract through the 2026 season and earned $3 million guaranteed this year.
insurancejournal.comDallas Fed President Says Global Oil and Gas Use Must Decline
Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas President Lorie Logan stated that physical supply limits could require lower worldwide consumption of oil and natural gas. She spoke at a closed-press event on May 27, 2026.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewJustice Minister Offers Temporary Appointments to Two District Courts
Justice Minister Yariv Levin told Israel's High Court that permanent district court appointments cannot proceed before elections. He proposed temporary appointments for the Haifa and Beersheba courts instead.
New York PostTwo rural California counties to vote on state split proposal
Yuba and Sutter counties will consider resolutions supporting a plan to separate 35 inland counties from the rest of California. The measure was introduced last year by a Republican assemblyman.
New York PostNew York City Drivers With 16 Speed Camera Tickets Face Speed-Limiter Requirement
A state budget measure requires drivers with 16 or more speed camera violations in one year to install GPS-based speed limiters. The rule takes effect about one year after the governor signs the budget and applies only to future violations.
newser.comChemical Tank Rupture at Washington Pulp Mill Kills at Least One, Injures Nine
A white liquor tank ruptured at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility in Longview, Washington, on Tuesday morning. Authorities reported multiple fatalities and critical injuries with no public threat.
Al Jazeera17-Year-Old Moise Kouame Wins Opening Match at French Open
French teenager Moise Kouame defeated former U.S. Open champion Marin Cilic in straight sets on Tuesday to become the youngest man to win a Grand Slam main-draw match in 17 years. The 17-year-old wildcard recipient won 7-6(4) 6-2 6-1 on Court Simonne Mathieu.
ww2.kqed.orgFairfield Police Officer Reassigned After Video Shows Student Being Struck During Arrest
Bodycam footage captured a Fairfield police officer striking 16-year-old Maurice Williams multiple times while attempting to detain him after a school fight. The department described the strikes as distraction techniques and later reassigned the officer.
thecanary.coPresident posts memes on social media during Iran talks
The president posted multiple memes on a social media platform Monday night and early Tuesday. The posts praised the administration's approach to negotiations with Iran and included domestic imagery.
france24.comBorno State Reports 2,715 Suspected Cholera Cases and 27 Deaths in May
Borno State recorded 2,715 suspected cholera cases and 27 deaths across five local government areas in the first 24 days of May. Maiduguri Metropolitan Council accounted for more than half of the cases.
nypost.comStephen A. Smith Says Kenny Atkinson Deserves Demotion After Cavs Comments
ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith said Cleveland Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson should be an assistant if his team is swept by the New York Knicks. The Cavaliers trail 0-3 in the Eastern Conference finals. Game 4 is scheduled for Monday night in Cleveland.
benzinga.comAnthony Scaramucci Compares Wall Street and Washington Tactics
SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci said Wall Street professionals confront people directly while Washington insiders operate indirectly. He referenced his brief 2017 White House role and current housing costs during a RiskReversal Media podcast.
winnipegfreepress.comJustice Department Reviews ATF Sporting Purposes Import Test
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced a review of the ATF's sporting purposes test for firearm imports. The regulation dates to the Gun Control Act of 1968 and has restricted certain semiautomatic rifles since 1989.
en.rfi.frIranian Diaspora Groups Condemn Reported Plan to Install Ahmadinejad
Iranian diaspora organizations have criticized a reported U.S.-Israeli plan to install former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as a post-war leader. The groups said such a move would discourage supporters of Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi.
vanguardngr.comSokoto ADC Chapter Selects Atiku Abubakar for 2027 Presidential Race
The Sokoto State chapter of the African Democratic Congress adopted former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as its candidate for the 2027 presidential election. A party official announced the decision during a press conference held on Sunday in Sokoto.
101greatgoals.comRoberto De Zerbi Speaks With Reporter After Tottenham Avoid Relegation
Tottenham Hotspur defeated Everton 1-0 on the final day of the Premier League season. The result kept the club in the top flight and sent West Ham United down.
nypost.comNBC Reporter Julie Tsirkin Shows Mild Confusion During White House Shooting
NBC News correspondent Julie Tsirkin was filming live on the White House lawn when gunfire erupted Saturday evening. She later described hearing 20 to 30 shots and running inside after a Secret Service agent ordered the crew to safety.
Los Angeles TimesLaw Enforcement Responds to Reports of Shots Fired Near White House
Federal authorities responded to reports of gunfire near the White House on Saturday evening. Journalists were directed to shelter inside the press briefing room while officials investigated.
New York PostToxic Leak at Garden Grove Plant Prompts Evacuation of 40,000 Residents
A leaking 34,000-gallon tank of methyl methacrylate at a Garden Grove aerospace facility has triggered evacuation orders for roughly 40,000 people. Officials opened four shelters as the risk of explosion persists into a third day.
nypost.comL'Industrie Pizzeria Delivered 16 Pies to Knicks at Madison Square Garden
Co-owners of L'Industrie Pizzeria described how they delivered 16 pizzas to New York Knicks guard Josh Hart after Thursday's playoff game. The pies were prepared at the West Village location and handed off outside the arena.
reason.comOne dead, over 30 injured in Staten Island shipyard explosion and fire
A civilian died and at least 34 others were injured Friday when a fire and explosion struck a Staten Island shipyard. Most of the wounded were firefighters and emergency workers responding to the incident.
foxnews.comNATO Military Committee Holds Chiefs of Defence Meeting at Headquarters
Senior military leaders from NATO member states convened at alliance headquarters to review defence priorities ahead of a planned summit. Discussions covered deterrence measures, ongoing operations, Ukraine support, and coordination with the European Union.
abcnews.go.comNew York Governor Seeks to Delay State Climate Emissions Targets
Governor Kathy Hochul is proposing changes to the 2019 Climate Act during budget talks. The plan would shift the 40 percent emissions cut target from 2030 to a 60 percent cut by 2040. The 85 percent reduction goal for 2050 would remain unchanged.