Economy


2026-05-23 18:04:23.305598

Once Trump’s Co-Pilot Against Iran, Netanyahu Is Now a Mere Passenger

Israeli officials say Iran's ballistic missiles may have been left off the table. That raises the prospect that an eventual deal could resemble the Obama administration’s 2015 nuclear accord, which Netanyahu fought against at the time and Trump exited from three years later. Any deal would fail to improve on the 2015 agreement, Netanyahu assailed in part because it did not address Iran's missiles.


2026-05-23 18:07:07.003038

Iran and Oman in Talks Over Strait of Hormuz Ship Payment System

Iran is in discussions with Oman to impose financial burdens on vessels passing through the critical chokepoint. U.S. President Donald Trump has insisted the Strait remain open and free of any tolls. NATO allies are beginning to think through a worst-case scenario if Iran refuses to open the Strait of Hormuz.

Entertainment


2026-05-23 18:03:27.391785

Stephen Colbert returns to TV in appearance on local Michigan station

Colbert appeared in a commercial for a local pizza place called Buscemi's. He said he was in no way associated with the business. He also appeared in the final episode of the series, which was set in Monroe, Michigan. He and the rest of the cast destroyed the set with permission from Eminem.

Health


2026-05-23 18:05:38.210876

Xi Calls for All-Out Rescue After Coal Mine Explosion Kills at Least 82 in China

Friday's explosion was the deadliest mining disaster in China since 2009, when 108 people were killed in a mine blast in northeast Heilongjiang province. The disaster is the latest in a long line of devastating incidents linked to coal mining in China and is believed to be the deadliest since 2009.

Politics


2026-05-23 18:01:31.481212

Tulsi Gabbard resigning as Trump's intelligence chief

Aaron Lukas has worked in the intelligence community for more than 20 years. Lukas previously served as a CIA station chief, and as chief of staff at ODNI during Trump’s first term. He is certified in the CIA's most advanced tradecraft and has conducted covert operations.


2026-05-23 18:02:13.472795

Carney says Alberta is 'essential' to Canada as province plans vote on separation

The western Canadian province of Alberta will ask its citizens this October whether they want to remain part of Canada. It is a major test of the country's unity, the first in decades. The referendum question is a result of a push by a group of Albertans who have been advocating for the province to be independent from Canada.


2026-05-23 18:02:50.465305

The Risks of Iran’s Threat to Control the Strait of Hormuz

Iran is reportedly working to solidify its control over the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. President Donald Trump has insisted the Strait remain open and free of tolls. Iran has said it is working in conjunction with Oman, the other nation with a coastline in the strait.


2026-05-23 18:04:06.886820

Tulsi Gabbard Resigns as Director of National Intelligence. Trump Names Aaron Lukas Acting Chief.

Trump said on his Truth Social platform that Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence Aaron Lukas would become acting director. Lukas is a former CIA officer and analyst who served on the National Security Council during Trump’s first term. Lukas will take over as acting DNI after Gabbard departs June 30.


2026-05-23 18:07:45.181327

Trump Weighs His Options in Carrying Out New Strikes in Iran

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran is engaged in the diplomatic process. Since an April 17 truce, Israel has continued strikes, demolitions and evacuation orders in south Lebanon. US officials have repeatedly raised the prospect of renewed action against Iran if a deal were not reached, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio saying on the sidelines of a NATO meeting.

Sports


2026-05-23 18:01:12.006695

Former F1 world champion Alain Prost reportedly injured in robbery at Swiss home

Former F1 champion Alain Prost reportedly injured as police investigate robbery at family home. Swiss police are investigating an alleged robbery amid reports that Prost was injured during a home invasion. Four-time Formula 1 world champion reportedly sustained a head injury from intruders who forced his son to open a safe during the incident Tuesday.


2026-05-23 18:04:55.354931

White House Tells Congo’s Soccer Team to Isolate, Citing Ebola Outbreak

Congo’s first match of the tournament is scheduled for June 17 in Houston, against Portugal. If anyone had symptoms, he added, that would jeopardize the entire team's ability to take part. An outbreak of the Ebola virus centered in Congo is suspected to have caused more than 170 deaths and about 750 infections.


2026-05-23 18:05:14.248495

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World


2026-05-23 18:00:35.692904

China mine death toll at least 82 after gas blast

Friday's explosion was the deadliest mining disaster in China since 2009, when 108 people were killed in a mine blast in northeast Heilongjiang province. The disaster is the latest in a long line of devastating incidents linked to coal mining in China and is believed to be the deadliest since 2009.


2026-05-23 18:00:50.401610

French mum and partner held until trial after sons abandoned by road in Portugal

French mum and her partner held until trial after sons abandoned by road in Portugal. Both accused of child endangerment and abandonment, while the man faces an additional charge of aggravated assault. The children, who are aged four and five, are with a French foster family in Lisbon and are expected to return to France.


2026-05-23 18:01:46.874067

Thousands evacuated in California over warning toxic chemical tank could explode or spill

"There are literally two options left," Orange County fire chief says. "The tank fails and spills... or, two, the tank goes into a thermal runaway and blows up" Crews were able to neutralize one of two damaged tanks, but the remaining one is "in the biggest crisis," he says.


2026-05-23 18:02:29.163581

Judge dismisses criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia

The investigation was closed after Abrego was deported in March of 2025, but was reopened after he was ordered returned following a successful habeas corpus petition. Judge Crenshaw said there was "significant proof, including statements from now-acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, indicating that the investigation into a 2022 traffic stop was reopened last year"


2026-05-23 18:03:05.915486

'No means no': Greenlanders protest against Trump outside new US consulate

Since returning to office, Trump has escalated rhetoric about the U.S. potentially annexing Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Protestors gathered outside the consulate, many chanting, “No means no,” and “Greenland belongs to the Greenlanders.”


2026-05-23 18:03:49.282233

Green Card Seekers Must Leave U.S. to Apply, Trump Administration Says

Trump administration to force foreigners in the US to apply for a green card abroad. Most people seeking green cards will now need to apply from outside of the United States. The policy change has sowed confusion and concern among aid groups, immigration lawyers and immigrants. The US Citizenship and Immigration Services agency announced the change Friday.