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Newest first · UTC+11:00Lavrov Warns Rubio: Get Diplomats & Americans Out Of Kiev Ahead Of 'Systematic Strikes'
Russia has again warned Washington to evacuate embassy staff in Kiev as it prepares to launch "systematic strikes" against the Ukrainian capital, in apparent retribution for last week's deadly Ukrainian drone attack on a college dorm in Starobelsk, in Russian-controlled Luhansk Oblast.
· Tyler Durden
Federal court blocks ‘tainted’ GOP-drawn Alabama congressional map
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· Ryan King
USFK commander says S. Korea is 'dagger' in heart of Asia from China's perspective
WASHINGTON, May 26 (Yonhap) -- U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) Commander Gen. Xavier Brunson has said that South Korea is a "dagger in the heart of Asia" if seen from China's east coast, a remark that apparently underscored the strategic location of the Asian ally amid an intensifying Sino-U.S. rivalry.
· Song Sang-ho
Energia eólica avança nos EUA apesar da oposição de Trump
O presidente dos Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, não esconde seu desprezo pela energia eólica, que ao longo dos anos ele atribuiu falsamente a casos de câncer e à morte de baleias no Oceano Atlântico.
· Josh Axelrod
ASX set to slide, Wall Street eyes records; BP fires chairman over ‘conduct’
The US stock market is ticking toward records as it catches up with climbs for others around the world from the day before, when President Donald Trump said negotiations were “proceeding nicely” with Iran on ending their war.
· Stan Choe
Analysis by Marian Wilkinson
Marian is a reporter at Four Corners. She has covered politics, national security, terrorism and most recently worked on the international Panama Papers investigation. She has also served as a foreign correspondent in Washington DC for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. She is a multi-award winning journalist wh…
The US now has a high-speed train that sets a new standard
This train journey on the new Amtrak NextGen Acela train starts from New York’s Penn Station and ends at 30th Street Station in downtown Philadelphia. In 2025, Amtrak introduced the NextGen Acela high-speed service between Boston and Washington DC, including this popular NYC-Philadelphia sector. For the first time s…
· Kristie Kellahan
Implosión de tanque en planta de pulpa y papel en Washington deja varias personas muertas
LONGVIEW, Washington, EE.UU. (AP) — La implosión de un tanque químico en una planta de pulpa y papel ocurrida el martes en el estado de Washington dejó un número no revelado de muertos, confirmaron las autoridades locales y directivos de la empresa.
· The Associated Press
Russia slams US for not granting visa to diplomat for UN meeting
Russia has slammed the United States for failing to grant a visa to Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Alimov to attend a United Nations Security Council meeting in New York, calling the decision a breach of Washington’s obligations.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Rubio to face Congress as lawmakers scrutinise Iran war
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to testify before Senate and House committees on 2 June as the conflict with Iran remains a major concern for lawmakers.
· Middleeasteye
Trump’s snub of Cornyn comes with a cost.
Ken Paxton, the Trump-endorsed and MAGA-backed insurgent, ousted Senator John Cornyn in a runoff on Tuesday, becoming the second primary challenger to knock out an incumbent Republican senator in less than two weeks in a raw display of President Trump’s powerful hold on the party base.
· Carl Hulse
Injuries Reported After Chemical Implosion at Washington State Paper Mill
Multiple people were injured after an implosion involving a vat of chemicals at a paper mill in Longview, Wash., on Tuesday morning, the Longview Fire Department said.
· Christine Hauser
Maine's Senate hopeful Graham Platner takes on Red Sox ownership
Graham Platner, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, speaks at an event hosted by Sen. Bernie Sanders in Orono, Maine, Sunday, May 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
· Patrick Whittle
Manny Fernandez, key part to the 1972 perfect Dolphins season, dies at 79
Washington Redskins running back Larry Brown (43) is stopped in his tracks by Miami Dolphins defender Manny Fernandez (75) during the NFL football Super Bowl VII game in Los Angeles, Jan. 14, 1973. (AP Photo/File)
Inside the ultra-private, luxurious Bahamas island where Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson tied the knot
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· Sarah Jones, Mara Siegler
‘Everything checked out perfectly,’ says Trump after medical exam
Washington: US President Donald Trump said his latest medical examination went “perfectly” as his health faces renewed public scrutiny due to concerns over his age and stamina.
· Collin Binkley
Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal workers to crack down on leaks to journalists
US President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday proposed giving federal agencies the option to require employees to sign non-disclosure agreements with the goal of preventing them from sharing confidential information with journalists.
· REUTERS
Supreme Court sides with Trump in immigration judges' speech case
The Supreme Court is seen, Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
· Lindsay Whitehurst
Hijo de Jair Bolsonaro se apoya en Trump mientras un escándalo sacude su candidatura presidencial
El senador Flavio Bolsonaro, hijo del expresidente brasileño Jair Bolsonaro, habla por teléfono al llegar a la ceremonia de toma de posesión de los jueces Nunes Marques y Andre Mendonca como presidente y vicepresidente, respectivamente, del Tribunal Superior Electoral en Brasilia, Brasil, el martes 12 de mayo de 202…
· Mauricio Savarese
Another day in Florida: RFK Jr posts video of him wrestling two snakes
US health secretary gets nip from one of two serpents he grabbed at home of fellow Trump official Dr Oz
· Richardluscombe
‘People are genuinely afraid’: Elizabeth Pipko speaks to ‘Post’ on Trump, antisemitism - interview
When Elizabeth Pipko speaks about politics, she sounds surprised by how quickly America has changed since she first entered the arena a decade ago.
· ALEX WINSTON
Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war
As US kamikaze drones guided by Elon Musk’s Starlink network began to make visible gains in the war with Iran, senior SpaceX officials reached a conclusion: The Pentagon should be paying more for access to their satellite Wi-Fi network.
· REUTERS
Brazil's Flávio Bolsonaro in Washington as his bid for presidency is shaken by scandal
Sen. Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, talks on the phone as he arrives for the swearing-in ceremony for justices Nunes Marques and Andre Mendonca as president and vice president of Brazil’s Superior Electoral Court in Brasilia, Brazil, Tuesday, May 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Eraldo Peres)
· Mauricio Savarese
White House proposes NDAs for current and future federal employees
President Donald Trump, left, and Kevin Warsh arrive at a swearing-in ceremony for Warsh as Chairman of the Federal Reserve in the East Room of the White House, Friday, May 22, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
South Carolina weighs redoing its US House primaries
Rep. Jim Clyburn, D-S.C., center, joined by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., left, stands with members of the Congressional Black Caucus during an event outside the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, May 19, 2026. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
· Meg Kinnard
Maine removes transgender sports referendum from ballot
Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows speaks with reporters during the National Associate of Secretaries of State Conference in Washington, Jan. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen, File)
· Patrick Whittle
White South Africans get expanded refugee access under Trump
President Donald Trump greets South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, center, at the White House, May 21, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, File)
· Rebecca Santana
West Coast chemical plant explosion results in multiple injuries
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· Ross O'Keefe
Several injured in tank implosion at Washington pulp and paper mill
LONGVIEW, Wash. (AP) — Several people suffered chemical burns and inhalation injuries Tuesday morning when a tank containing hazardous liquid imploded at a pulp and paper mill in southwestern Washington state, authorities said.
Trump, near 80, has third medical exam amid questions on health: ‘maybe junk food is good’
Bruising on his hand and apparent sleepiness in meetings have stoked speculation about the US president’s well-being
· Agence France-Presse
Trump, near 80, has third medical exam amid questions on health: ‘maybe junk food is good’
Bruising on his hand and apparent sleepiness in meetings have stoked speculation about the US president’s well-being
· Agence France-Presse
Senate minority bloc explains walkout
MANILA, Philippines —The Senate minority bloc on Tuesday night said they walked out to condemn what appears to be an attempt to "rush" a major change in the Senate rules without enough deliberation on the matter.
· Bernadette E. Tamayo
Why Oil Markets Could Face A Generational Shock This Summer If US-Iran Talks Fail
President Trump is signaling "make a good deal" or walk away with no deal at all.
· Tyler Durden
White House proposes NDAs for federal workers to crack down on leaks to journalists
The OPM released a draft NDA designed for federal agencies to use with new and existing employees
· Michael Sainato
Rubio revives 'Quad' with new Asia projects after questions on US
NEW DELHI — The United States, India, Australia and Japan announced new maritime and critical minerals cooperation on Tuesday, reviving a forum viewed suspiciously by China following questions over Washington’s commitment and disagreement on Iran.
· Agence France-Presse
The morning after (the putsch)
BIBLE-VERSE quoting Alan Peter Cayetano tried to stabilize things at the chaotic Senate after the May 11 Senate putsch that installed him as the new Senate president. Here is the backgrounder on why Cayetano tried to calm the frayed nerves at a critical institution once called “the best deliberative body” in the cou…
· Marlen V. Ronquillo
UFC Unveils Plans for White House Fight on Trump’s Birthday
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has released its latest rendering of the octagonal cage that officials are building at the White House for a fight scheduled on President Trump’s 80th birthday.
· Luke Broadwater
Líderes piden a Justicia investigar presunta trama de drogas por votos tras informe de ProPublica
El representante de Puerto Rico ante el Congreso y otros cuatro miembros de la Cámara de Representantes han pedido al inspector general del Departamento de Justicia que investigue por qué se abandonó una investigación federal sobre una trama de drogas a cambio de votos en una prisión después de las elecciones de 2024.
· Raquel Rutledge
‘The View’ Responds To Pete Hegseth Claiming The Army Is “Not An Army Of Woke” In West Point Commencement Speech: “He Seems To Be At War With Pronouns Instead Of Iran”
The hosts of The View brutally roasted Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth after the Trump official delivered a controversial speech at the West Point commencement ceremony this past weekend denouncing “woke” culture and “the DEI craze.”
· Radhamely De Leon
‘The avalanche of slime has been unbelievable’: E Jean Carroll shares life post-Trump in new film
In the documentary Ask E Jean, the journalist and author provides an unflinching account of her life, career and groundbreaking legal victories
· Davidsmith
US to pull jets, destroyers and submarines from NATO as part of European drawdown
BRUSSELS — Washington told allies it will gradually scale down the number of strategic bombers, fighter jets, drones, submarines and warships dedicated to NATO as it continues pressing Europe to do more for its own defense.
· Victor Jack
Trump admin urged to probe Swiss bank UBS for its Nazi-linked accounts: ‘Historic shame’
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· Josh Christenson
Trump moves to punish US government workers who leak information to reporters
It is the latest step in Trump’s broader effort to increase his control of federal workers and the flow of information to the public
· Reuters
Trump moves to punish US government workers who leak information to reporters
It is the latest step in Trump’s broader effort to increase his control of federal workers and the flow of information to the public
· Reuters
Dems delete Memorial Day post using US service members’ deaths to criticize Trump: ‘Disgusting’
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· Chris Nesi
Trump to have physical check-up amid ailment scrutiny in third visit to hospital during past year
US President Donald Trump, who turns 80 next month, arrived on Tuesday at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for his annual physical, following a year of public attention on apparently minor health issues.
· REUTERS
Thomas Massie Files To Run In 2028 After Losing Primary
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) has filed paperwork to run again in 2028, just days after losing the Republican primary for the Kentucky House seat he has held for more than a decade.
· Tyler Durden
US plans to slash NATO contributions – Spiegel
The US has told NATO’s European members that it will reduce its military contributions to the bloc as Washington’s military planners set their sights on China, Der Spiegel reported on Tuesday.
· RT
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The US has told NATO’s European members that it will reduce its military contributions to the bloc as Washington’s military planners set their sights on China, Der Spiegel reported on Tuesday.
· RT