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Mon, May 18

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Published 4 days ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

Bodies of Missing Italian Divers Found in Maldives

The discovery comes after days of searching by an international team of rescue divers. Bodies of missing Italian divers found in Maldives24 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleSofia Ferreira SantosandAnbarasan Ethirajan,Global Affairs CorrespondentInstagram/University of Genoa/Albatros Top BoatAmong the five who died were Giorgia Sommacal (L), her mother Monica Montefalcone (C) and diving instructor Gianluca BenedettiThe bodies of four Italian divers who went missing during a scuba diving accident in the Maldives last week have been located, officials have confirmed to t...

Published 4 days ago • The New York Times - World • via nytimes.com

U.S. Negotiations for a Role in Greenland

The U.S. is engaged in closed-door negotiations regarding its role in Greenland amid concerns from Greenlandic officials about the potential implications of these talks.

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Published 4 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Redistricting Debate in South Carolina

The South Carolina legislature is set to debate new House district maps, driven by Republican efforts to consolidate power in the state.

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Published 4 days ago • The Guardian - World • via theguardian.com

Market Reactions to Middle East Tensions

Oil prices have increased and global bonds are experiencing volatility due to rising tensions in the Middle East, particularly related to Iran.

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Published 4 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Hantavirus-hit cruise ship docks in the Netherlands

MV Hondius was carrying 25 crew members and two medical personnel as it reached the Dutch port of Rotterdam. 34||h=1&&(this.target=t[0]),t.length>=2&&(this.opts=t[1]);var n,r=this.opts||{},i=this.target;if("string"==typeof i?n=i:"object"==typeof i&&i instanceof y?n=i.url:window.URL&&"object"==typeof i&&i instanceof URL&&(n=i.href),o(this,n),"data"!==this.params.protocol){var s=(""+(i&&i instanceof y&&i.method||r.method||"GET")).toUpperCase();this.params.method=s,this.txSize=m(r.body)||0}}),u.on("fetch-done",function(t,e){if(this.endTime=a.now(),this.params||(this.params={}),"data"===this.params.protoco...

Published 4 days ago • France24 English - Americas • via france24.com

Thousands Attend Prayer Rally in Washington

A large prayer rally in Washington attracted thousands of attendees, with significant backing from the Trump administration, amidst ongoing debates about the role of religion in American politics.

Published 4 days ago • The New Arab - Top • via newarab.com

Trump Threatens to Resume War on Iran Amid Stalled Peace Talks

US President Donald Trump has issued a warning about the potential resumption of military action against Iran as peace negotiations have reached an impasse.

Published 4 days ago • ABC News - Business • via abcnews.com

Market Reactions to Trump’s Warning on Iran

Asian stocks declined while oil prices increased following U.S. President Donald Trump's warning to Iran regarding stalled peace talks.

Central Banks Inflation

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Published 4 days ago • The Guardian - US • via theguardian.com

Funding for Trump's White House Ballroom Project Halted

Recent developments have halted federal funding for Donald Trump's proposed White House ballroom, as a Senate official ruled the funding proposal did not meet procedural requirements.

Published 5 days ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Mass Prayer Rally in Washington Draws Thousands

Thousands gathered in Washington for a prayer rally emphasizing America's Christian heritage, featuring speeches from prominent political figures.

Sun, May 17

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Published 5 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Trump Hosts Prayer Rally in Washington, D.C.

Former President Donald Trump held a prayer rally aimed at reaffirming the United States as a Christian nation, drawing both support and criticism.

Published 5 days ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Trump Issues Stark Warning to Iran Amid Stalled Peace Talks

US President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Iran, stating that time is running out for the country to agree to a peace deal as negotiations have stalled.

Published 5 days ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

Midair Collision of Military Jets at Idaho Air Show

Video shared on social media showed the jets striking each other and spinning toward the ground. CatastropheUnited States of AmericaUS: Two jets collide midair at Idaho air showKarl Sexton with AP, Reuters05/17/2026May 17, 2026Two EA-18G Growler jets crashed near a US Air Force base in Idaho.

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Published 5 days ago • The Guardian - US • via theguardian.com

Idaho Air Force Base Lockdown Following Air Show Incident

An air show incident involving two military jets prompted a lockdown at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, as investigations begin into the crash.

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Published 5 days ago • TechCrunch - Main Feed • via techcrunch.com

Apple's Upcoming Siri Revamp Focuses on Privacy

Apple is set to unveil a revamped version of Siri, emphasizing privacy features and aiming to enhance its position in the AI landscape.

T theguardian.com

Published 5 days ago • The Guardian - US • via theguardian.com

Ronda Rousey Defeats Gina Carano in Quick Comeback Fight

Ronda Rousey returned to the octagon after nearly a decade, defeating Gina Carano in just 17 seconds during a highly anticipated fight.

Published 5 days ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

Trump's Remarks Spark Criticism Over Economic Disconnect

Recent comments by President Trump have drawn criticism, suggesting he is out of touch with the economic realities faced by many Americans amid ongoing tensions with Iran.

Published 5 days ago • BBC News - Top Stories • via bbc.com

Ebola Outbreak Declared Health Emergency in DR Congo

An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been declared a health emergency amid rising concerns over its lethality and lack of available vaccines.

Published 5 days ago • The New York Times - World • via nytimes.com

WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency

The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo a global health emergency, citing potential risks to other countries.

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Published 5 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Senate Ruling Complicates Federal Funding for Trump's Ballroom

A recent Senate ruling has jeopardized Republican efforts to secure federal funding for security upgrades linked to President Trump's planned White House ballroom.

Published 6 days ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Venezuela Extradites Alex Saab to the U.S.

Venezuela has deported Alex Saab, a former ally of Nicolás Maduro, to the United States amid a broader purge of figures linked to the former president.

Published 6 days ago • Financial Times - World • via ft.com

Trump-Backed Challenger Defeats Senator Cassidy in Louisiana Primary

In a significant political shift, a challenger backed by Donald Trump has defeated two-term Republican Senator Bill Cassidy in the Louisiana primary elections.

Published 6 days ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

Bill Cassidy Loses Louisiana Primary Amid Trump Intervention

Senator Bill Cassidy has lost his primary election in Louisiana, failing to advance to a runoff after significant opposition fueled by Donald Trump's intervention.

Published 6 days ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

Bulgaria Wins Eurovision Song Contest

Bulgaria has won the Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Bangaranga" performed by Dara, marking the country's first victory in the competition's history.

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