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Wed, May 20

1 briefs

Published 2 days ago • BBC News - Top Stories • via bbc.com

Casualties Rise in Israeli Air Strikes on Lebanon

Recent Israeli air strikes have resulted in significant casualties in Lebanon, with reports indicating at least 19 deaths in a single incident.

Tue, May 19

5 briefs

Published 2 days ago • ABC News - Top Stories • via abcnews.com

Primary Election Updates

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Published 3 days ago • BBC News - US & Canada • via bbc.com

San Diego Mosque Attack Update

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Published 3 days ago • ABC News - International • via abcnews.com

UK Police Investigate Historic Child Sex Abuse Allegations Linked to Epstein Files

UK police are investigating two allegations of historic child sex abuse following the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Published 3 days ago • BBC News - Top Stories • via bbc.com

Cristiano Ronaldo Selected for Record Sixth World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo has been named in Portugal's squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, marking his sixth appearance in the tournament, a record for men's football.

Published 3 days ago • ABC News - International • via abcnews.com

Russia Conducts Nuclear Drills Amid Intensifying Ukraine Conflict

Russia has initiated nationwide drills of its nuclear forces, coinciding with an escalation in drone attacks between Russian and Ukrainian forces.

Mon, May 18

9 briefs

Published 3 days ago • ABC News - Top Stories • via abcnews.com

Mark Fuhrman, Ex-Detective in O.J. Simpson Trial, Dies at 74

Mark Fuhrman, a former Los Angeles police detective known for his role in the O.J. Simpson murder trial, has died at the age of 74.

Published 4 days ago • BBC News - US & Canada • via bbc.com

American Evacuated for Ebola Treatment After Exposure in Congo

An American has tested positive for Ebola after exposure while working in the Democratic Republic of Congo, prompting an evacuation for treatment to Germany.

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

ICE Agent Charged in Shooting of Venezuelan Immigrant

An ICE agent has been charged in connection with the nonfatal shooting of a Venezuelan man in Minneapolis, marking a significant legal development in immigration enforcement cases.

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

Supreme Court sends Native American voting rights decision back to lower court

The Supreme Court has acted in a Voting Rights Act case brought by Native American tribes, saying a closely watched ruling needs to be reconsidered after the high court weakened the Civil Rights-era law The timing brought the court into the middle of a fight to redraw voting maps across the South, even as some primaries were underway.

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

Houthi Court Sentences 19 to Death in Yemen

A Houthi-controlled court in Yemen has sentenced 19 individuals to death for allegedly collaborating with the Saudi-led coalition.

Published 4 days ago • BBC News - Top Stories • via bbc.com

Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship MV Hondius

The MV Hondius, a cruise ship affected by a hantavirus outbreak, has arrived in Rotterdam for disinfection and quarantine measures for its crew.

Published 4 days ago • BBC News - Africa • via bbc.com

Nationwide Transport Strike in Kenya Over Fuel Prices

A nationwide public transport strike in Kenya has led to significant disruptions, particularly in the capital, Nairobi, as citizens protest against rising fuel prices.

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

Published 4 days ago • BBC News - Top Stories • via bbc.com

Andy Burnham's Challenge in Makerfield Byelection

Andy Burnham is preparing for a challenging byelection in Makerfield, which could significantly impact the Labour Party's future.

Sat, May 16

4 briefs

Published 5 days ago • ABC News - International • via abcnews.com

Hantavirus Outbreak Linked to Canadian Cruise Ship

A Canadian passenger from the cruise ship MV Hondius has tested positive for hantavirus following an outbreak on the vessel, prompting health officials to monitor other passengers.

Published 6 days ago • BBC News - Europe • via bbc.com

Car Attack in Modena, Italy Injures Pedestrians

A man drove his car into a group of pedestrians in Modena, Italy, injuring several individuals, with two sustaining serious injuries.

Published 6 days ago • BBC News - Politics • via bbc.com

Wes Streeting Signals Intent to Join Labour Leadership Contest

Wes Streeting has announced his intention to enter any potential Labour leadership contest, following his resignation as health secretary and a loss of confidence in Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Published 6 days ago • ABC News - Top Stories • via abcnews.com

Long Island Rail Road Workers Strike

Workers for the Long Island Rail Road have gone on strike, leading to a complete halt of the busiest commuter rail system in the United States.