2025-05-19
Netanyahu says he will allow ‘minimal’ aid into Gaza to preserve U.S. support
The prime minister said that while Israel plans to take “all” of Gaza, he had to prevent mass starvation there for “practical and diplomatic reasons.”
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2025-05-19
Spain's PM Wants Israel Out of International Cultural Events Over Gaza War
MADRID (Reuters) -Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez called on Monday for Israel's exclusion from international cultural events such as the...
2025-05-19
Doctors Perform First-Ever Human Bladder Transplant in U.S.
By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, May 19, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Doctors in Southern California have performed the first human bladder...
2025-05-19
Trump Tax Bill Wins Key Committee Vote in Congress, Advancing His Agenda
(Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump's sweeping tax bill, stalled for days by Republican infighting over spending cuts, won approval from a key...
2025-05-19
Iran vows to uphold pursuit of peaceful nuclear energy
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said his country won’t abandon its pursuit of civilian nuclear energy under any circumstances, while reiterating that Tehran has no intention of developing nuclear weapons.
2025-05-19
Piers Morgan slams people 'mocking and celebrating' after Joe Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis
The 82-year-old was admitted to hospital last week for the investigation of a "prostate nodule", news which, at the time, raised few eyebrows as doctors planned to conduct "further evaluation".
2025-05-19
Syrians chase equestrian glory in sport once dominated by Assads
For weeks, Ziad Abu al-Dahab has been training for gold at an equestrian tournament near Damascus -- in a sport once dominated by Syria's Assad family and their inner circle.
2025-05-19
Trump's big bill advances out of committee in rare weekend vote as conservative holdouts let legislation move forward
Trump's big bill advances out of committee in rare weekend vote as conservative holdouts let legislation move forward.
2025-05-19
Indonesia Raises Alert to Highest Level for Lewotobi Laki-Laki Volcano
JAKARTA (Reuters) -Indonesia raised the alert level of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki to the highest after it erupted eight times over the weekend, its...
2025-05-19
Paredes 3-run shot lifts Astros over Rangers despite Leiter's no-hit bid through 6
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Isaac Paredes hit a go-ahead, three-run homer off reliever Robert Garcia in the eighth inning after Texas rookie Jack Leiter lost a no-hit bid in the seventh, and the Houston Astros rallied for a 4-3 victory...
2025-05-19
China-US trade truce prompts nations to consider tougher tactics
China’s defiant stance in negotiating a tariff truce with the U.S. has convinced some countries they need to take a tougher position in their own trade talks with the Trump administration.
2025-05-19
Bellinger powers Yankees past Mets 8-2 with grand slam and 6 RBIs
Cody Bellinger hit a grand slam that capped a six-run eighth inning and gave him six RBIs, sending the New York Yankees to an 8-2 victory over the New York Mets. A throwing error by Mets first baseman Pete Alonso...
2025-05-19
Panthers rout the Maple Leafs 6-1 in Game 7 to advance to the Eastern Conference final
Sergei Bobrovsky made 19 saves, Florida scored three times in a 6:24 span in the second period and the Panthers routed the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-1 in Game 7 on Sunday night to advance to the Eastern Conference final. The...
2025-05-19
Trump to hold call with Putin in push for Ukraine ceasefire
US President Donald Trump will hold a phone call with Russia's Vladimir Putin on Monday as part of his long-running effort to end the war set off by Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
2025-05-19
The Florida Panthers beat Toronto 6-1 in Game 7 to advance to face Carolina in the Eastern Conference final
The Florida Panthers beat Toronto 6-1 in Game 7 to advance to face Carolina in the Eastern Conference final.
2025-05-19
South Korean election favorite sees no need to rush for US deal
South Korea’s leading presidential candidate Lee Jae-myung said there’s no need to rush into an early agreement in trade negotiations with the U.S., criticizing the interim government for what he called its hasty engagement with the Trump administration.
2025-05-19
Obamas Send Prayers To Biden After Announcement Of His Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
"Nobody has done more to find breakthrough treatments for cancer in all its forms than Joe," the statement said. "We pray for a fast and full recovery."
2025-05-18
Mexican tall ship strikes Brooklyn Bridge, snapping masts and killing 2 crew members
NEW YORK (AP) — A Mexican navy sailing ship on a global goodwill tour struck the Brooklyn Bridge in New York on Saturday, snapping its three masts, killing two crew members and leaving some sailors dangling from harnesses high in...
2025-05-18
In front of Serena, Chelsea wins Women's FA Cup at Wembley to clinch domestic treble
Tennis great Serena Williams was in attendance at Wembley Stadium as Chelsea completed a trophy treble in an unbeaten domestic soccer season in England by defeating Manchester United 3-0 in the Women’s FA Cup final. Williams watched the match at...
2025-05-18
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen wins F1's Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix
Max Verstappen gave his Formula 1 title defense a big boost with victory at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix on Sunday after a daring overtake on standings leader Oscar Piastri at the start. The Dutch driver built a commanding lead which...
2025-05-18
Red Bull Driver Max Verstappen Wins F1's Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix to End Piastri's Streak
Max Verstappen gave his Formula 1 title defense a big boost with victory at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix after a daring overtake on standings leader Oscar Piastri at the start
2025-05-18
Ten Years After ‘Kung Fury’ Rocked Cannes, Director David Sandberg Unwraps ‘Heartbreaking’ Legal Chaos That Left Feature-Length Sequel in Limbo
Just a few days before the 2025 Cannes Film Festival kicked off, a leaked sizzle reel of a film called “Kung Fury 2” caused something of a stir online. The 10-minute promo — uploaded to an anonymous YouTube account (and removed less than a day later) — showcased an insane medley of action comedy and martial [...]
2025-05-18
Canada PM Carney Says Federal Budget Will Come in the Autumn
TORONTO (Reuters) -Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Sunday the federal government will present a budget in the autumn, days after the...
2025-05-18
PSV wins Dutch soccer title after dramatic late-season collapse by Ajax
One of Europe’s most staggering and turbulent title races has culminated in PSV Eindhoven being crowned Dutch champion at the expense of big rival Ajax, whose late-season meltdown couldn’t be saved by a win in the final round. PSV retained...
2025-05-18
Russia launches biggest drone attack since invasion began, says Ukraine
The barrage came just a day after the first talks in three years between Russian and Ukrainian sides.
2025-05-18
Qatar-Boeing deal will impact the working class ‘most of all’: Peter Cordi
Washington Examiner associate breaking news editor Peter Cordi predicted that the working class will see the largest impact from President Donald Trump’s recent foreign deals. Cordi detailed Trump’s “really successful week” on Real America’s Voice’s Last Call with Mike Crispi...
2025-05-18
Iran's blunt 12-word promise as it plans to deport 2 million illegal migrants
Iran's Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni said the regime had deported nearly two million undocumented migrants.
2025-05-18
Huge sailboat carrying over 270 people hits Brooklyn Bridge
A 270-foot Mexican naval vessel carrying 277 people scraped the bottom of the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday evening, New York fire and Coast Guard officials said.
2025-05-18
Super Rugby salutes Pacific power as the Drua, Moana Pasifika win in round 14
The weekend’s 14th round of Super Rugby was a tale of two captains as the Fijian Drua and Moana Pasifika won on the same day for the third time with both victories highlighting leadership. Captain Tevita Ikanivere led the Drua...
2025-05-18
FBI launches terrorism investigation after explosion outside Palm Springs fertility clinic
The FBI has launched a terrorism investigation after an explosion outside a fertility clinic in Palm Springs, California, on Saturday morning, which resulted in one dead and four injured. Palm Springs Police Chief Andy Mills said that “the blast appears...
2025-05-18
Liberty raise championship banner, beat Aces 92-78
NEW YORK (AP) — Breanna Stewart scored 25 points and Natasha Cloud added 22 to help the New York Liberty beat the Las Vegas Aces 92-78 on Saturday in the season opener, right after the team unveiled its 2024 WNBA...
2025-05-18
Iran president calls for continued nuclear negotiations, questions Trump threats
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian called for nuclear program negotiations between Tehran and Washington to continue and said that President Trump is sending “contradictory” messages. “No one but Trump himself believes his words against the Iranian nation; on the one hand, he speaks of peace and stability, and on the other hand, he threatens with the...
2025-05-18
Twins shut out Brewers 7-0 for 13th straight win
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Pablo López combined with three relievers on a three-hitter as the Minnesota Twins beat the Milwaukee Brewers 7-0 on Saturday for their third straight shutout and 13th consecutive victory.
2025-05-18
Mexican navy training vessel hits New York's Brooklyn Bridge. Some injuries reported
NEW YORK (AP) — A Mexican navy sailing ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday during a promotional tour in New York City, the top of its three masts slamming into the iconic span and partially collapsing as the boat...
2025-05-18
Ohtani throws 50-pitch bullpen session in return from elbow surgery; Kershaw activated
Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani threw a 50-pitch bullpen session Saturday, another step in his throwing program in his return from elbow surgery. Ohtani advanced from the 35 pitches he tossed in is previous bullpen session on the same...
2025-05-18
Devers homers in 9th to give Red Sox 7-6 win over Braves
Rafael Devers homered leading off the bottom of the ninth inning against Pierce Johnson, sending the Boston Red Sox to a 7-6 comeback win over the Atlanta Braves that snapped their four-game losing streak. Jarren Duran had a two-run homer...
2025-05-18
US Government Withdraws Suit Against Southwest Airlines Over Delayed Flights
The agency dropped its lawsuit against Southwest, which claimed the airline had chronically delayed flights.
2025-05-18
Tall ship flying Mexican flag strikes Brooklyn Bridge, injuring several people
A tall ship flying the Mexican flag struck the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City Saturday night, seriously injuring at least three people, police sources with knowledge of the incident said.
2025-05-18
Mexican navy training vessel hits New York's Brooklyn Bridge
NEW YORK (AP) — A Mexican navy sailing ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday during a promotional tour in New York City, the top of its mast brushing the iconic span as it sailed through the East River. The New York Fire Department press desk confirmed that authorities were responding to injuries but had [...]
2025-05-18
Brooklyn Bridge crash: Mexican Navy ship runs into NY structure as 3 in critical condition
After the collision, the ship's masts collapsed, falling back onto the deck, leaving several crew members seriously injured
2025-05-17
Easily distracted? How to improve your attention span
Feel like you can’t focus? Like you’ll never finish a book again? Like the only way to keep your mind and hands busy is to scroll on social media for hours? You’re far from alone. One body of decades-long research found the average person’s attention span for a single screen is 47 seconds, down from 2.5 minutes in 2004. [...]The post Easily distracted? How to improve your attention span appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.
2025-05-17
Trump Tells Walmart to 'Eat the Tariffs' Instead of Raising Prices
By Jasper WardWASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Walmart should "eat the tariffs" instead of blaming duties...
2025-05-17
AP News Summary at 10:43 a.m. EDT
Severe weather, including possible tornado, leaves at least 14 dead in Kentucky; 7 dead in Missouri
2025-05-17
Israel launches a new military operation in Gaza a day after Trump leaves the Middle East
Israel says it has launched a major operation in the Gaza Strip to pressure Hamas to release remaining hostages. Saturday's announcement came a day after U.S. President Donald Trump concluded his trip to the Middle East without a visit to...
2025-05-17
Analysis-Istanbul Peace Talks Laid Bare Chasm Between Ukraine and Russia
By Tom BalmforthISTANBUL (Reuters) -The first high-level talks between Russia and Ukraine since the early months of Moscow's 2022 invasion showed...
2025-05-17
Severe weather, including possible tornado, leaves at least 14 dead in Kentucky; 7 dead in Missouri
Gov. Andy Beshear says 14 people have been killed by severe weather in Kentucky — including what appeared to be a devastating tornado — and that the number is likely to rise. Earlier, authorities in southeastern Kentucky's Laurel County said...
2025-05-17
Ashley Young to leave Everton as a free agent
Everton defender Ashley Young will leave the club as a free agent in the offseason when his contract expires. The 39-year-old Young, a former Manchester United and England player, has played 34 times this season despite his age. With United,...
2025-05-17
Severe storms sweep through Kentucky, killing at least 14 people, after tornado batters Missouri
At least 14 people were killed overnight in Kentucky in the wake of severe storms, and the death toll is expected to rise, Gov. Andy Beshear said on Saturday, after the dangerous weather system ripped across the state and neighbouring Missouri, spawning tornadoes.
2025-05-17
Juan Soto greeted with standing jeer in Yankee Stadium return, then touches heart with helmet
NEW YORK — Greeted by a rare standing jeer in his return to Yankee Stadium, Juan Soto stepped out of the batter’s box, took off his helmet, tipped it to the crowd and touched it against his heart.
2025-05-17
AP PHOTOS: Severe weather batters St. Louis
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Storms Friday afternoon tore roofs off buildings, ripped bricks off of siding and downed trees and power lines.
2025-05-17
Knicks beat Celtics 119-81 in Game 6 and advance to face Pacers in Eastern Conference finals
The New York Knicks reached the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 25 years and ended the one-year NBA title reign of the Boston Celtics with astonishing ease, rolling to a 119-81 victory in Game 6. Jalen Brunson...
2025-05-17
James Comey interviewed by Secret Service over ‘8647’ post
Secret Service agents reportedly questioned former FBI Director James Comey at a Washington field office on Friday about a social media post he made that sparked concerns that it called for violence against President Donald Trump. Comey posted a picture...
2025-05-17
Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. returns to mound after online threats that followed his previous start
Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. allowed only two unearned runs over four innings against the Texas Rangers. The start Friday came five nights after the right-hander failed to get out of the first inning and then said he received...
2025-05-17
2 dead and at least 3 injured in Las Vegas gym shooting, police say
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A shooting inside a Las Vegas gym Friday afternoon left two people dead, including the suspect, and injured at least three others, police said.
2025-05-17
Auston Matthews breaks through, Maple Leafs beat Panthers 2-0 to force Game 7
Auston Matthews got his first goal of the series to break a scoreless tie in the third period, Joseph Woll stopped 21 shots, and the Toronto Maple Leafs kept their season alive by beating the Florida Panthers 2-0 in Game...
2025-05-17
New York Knicks beat Boston Celtics in Game 6 119-81 and advance to the Eastern Conference finals against Indiana
New York Knicks beat Boston Celtics in Game 6 119-81 and advance to the Eastern Conference finals against Indiana.
2025-05-17
10 escape from New Orleans jail through hole in cell wall while lone guard left to get food
Authorities say 10 men broke out of a New Orleans jail by fleeing through a hole behind a toilet. Eight of them are still on the lam. One was caught soon after the Friday morning escape. Another was caught later....
2025-05-17
Eric Wagaman, Connor Norby spark Marlins to 9-4 victory over Rays
Eric Wagaman had three hits and two RBIs, Connor Norby added a three-run double, and the Miami Marlins beat the Tampa Bay Rays 9-4. Norby’s two-bagger gave the Marlins a 5-1 lead in the fourth inning. Wagaman had a sacrifice...
2025-05-16
Chad’s ex-prime minister arrested for ‘inciting hatred’
Chad’s former prime minister and opposition leader Succes Masra was arrested early Friday accused of inciting hatred in connection with deadly clashes in the southwest, the public prosecutor said. Masra, who served as premier from January to May last year, faced off against President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno in presidential elections a year ago. One [...]The post Chad’s ex-prime minister arrested for ‘inciting hatred’ appeared first on Digital Journal.
2025-05-16
Colorado hits goal for answering 988 crisis line for first time since 2021
DENVER — Colorado’s crisis hotline is coming close to or meeting its goal for answering calls in-state after lagging since 2021.
2025-05-16
Fire destroys a sprawling mansion on a former Louisiana sugar plantation
WHITE CASTLE, La. (AP) — Flames ripped through a massive mansion in Louisiana, destroying much of the historic structure that was used as a plantation house when it was completed in 1859, authorities said.
2025-05-16
ICC war crimes prosecutor takes leave amid sexual misconduct inquiry
Karim Khan, the International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor, is pursuing cases against the Vladimir Putin of Russia and Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu.
2025-05-16
Mitchell Starc among foreign players who won't return when IPL resumes, Jos Buttler to miss playoffs
Australia pacer Mitchell Starc is among the foreign players who will not return when the Indian Premier League resumes this weekend, while England batter Jos Buttler will miss the playoffs because of the rescheduling. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will take on...
2025-05-16
What’s wrong with Trump accepting a 747 from Qatar? Everything.
The Qatari gift amounts to a flying palace rather than a flying White House meant for vital work, argues former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall.
2025-05-16
Army researchers develop injectable cyanide antidote
Cyanide is used in a variety of manufacturing processes, but it is highly toxic and a potential chemical warfare agent.
2025-05-16
Yellowstone grizzly killed after flipping 800-pound dumpsters in hunt for food
A grizzly bear was killed after it found a way to flip over dumpsters twice its size and outsmarted other bear-proof dumpsters in its hunt for food in Yellowstone National Park, officials said.
2025-05-16
Family of Black man fatally shot by Washington sheriff's deputy settles lawsuit for $3.5 million
VANCOUVER, Wash. (AP) — Family members of a Black motorist fatally shot by a deputy in southwestern Washington state during a traffic stop have settled their wrongful death lawsuit for $3.5 million.
2025-05-16
Family of Black man fatally shot by Washington sheriff’s deputy settles lawsuit for $3.5 million
VANCOUVER, Wash. (AP) — Family members of a Black motorist fatally shot by a deputy in southwestern Washington state during a traffic stop have settled their wrongful death lawsuit for $3.5 million. The Clark County Council agreed Wednesday to make the payment in the 2021 death of 30-year-old Jenoah Donald, The Columbian reported. Donald lived [...]
2025-05-16
Japan's economy shrinks as Trump's trade war hits exports and shakes confidence
The government has reported that Japan's economy contracted at an annual rate of 0.7% in the first quarter, as U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war hurt exports and dented consumer confidence
2025-05-16
Decorated Australian veteran loses his defamation appeal over killings in Afghanistan
Australia’s most decorated living war veteran Ben Roberts-Smith has lost his appeal of a civil court ruling that blamed him for unlawfully killing four Afghans while he served in Afghanistan
2025-05-16
Asian markets stagger into weekend as trade rally runs out of legs
Markets limped into the weekend as investors consolidated gains fed by the China-US trade war hiatus, having enjoyed one of their best weeks since Donald Trump unloaded his "Liberation Day" tariff bazooka last month.
2025-05-16
Yosemite National Park won’t be opening its coveted High Sierra Camps this year. Here’s why
The highly coveted High Sierra Camps in Yosemite National Park that have been closed since 2018 will remain closed this summer because potable water and toilets won’t be available, according to park officials.
2025-05-16
PHOTO COLLECTION: Paraguay Soccer FIFA Congress
This is a photo collection curated by AP photo editors.
2025-05-16
US singer Chris Brown charged with assault in Britain
American R&B singer Chris Brown, the former boyfriend of superstar Rihanna, is due to appear in a UK court on Friday after being arrested and charged over an alleged assault at a London nightclub in 2023, police said.
2025-05-16
Mexican beauty influencer shot and killed during TikTok livestream
Mexican beauty influencer Valeria Marquez was shot and killed on camera during a TikTok livestream. The 23-year-old was shot by a male intruder inside a beauty salon, according to Jalisco’s Attorney General’s office.
2025-05-16
Uber driver pulls gun on passengers in Florida
Video shows the moments an Uber driver pulled a gun on two passengers after asking them to leave her car just outside of Miami, Florida. One of the passengers was local rapper Krissy Celess. NBC News' Aaron Gilchrist has the latest on the incident.
2025-05-16
Video shows Florida police stopping smuggling operations
Video released exclusively to NBC News shows two incidents of human smuggling operations in Coral Gables, Florida. Police stopped the operations both times and detained migrants. NBC News' Jesse Kirsch has more on why smuggling is happening in this Florida city.
2025-05-16
Bryan Kohberger attorneys push alternate perpetrators theory in Idaho deaths
The attorneys for Bryan Kohberger introduced a theory suggesting that an alternate perpetrator murdered the four University of Idaho students in 2022. This comes as the trial is officially set to start in August. NBC News' Camila Bernal has the updates on the case.
2025-05-15
1 in 4 give America’s physical and mental health an ‘F’
A quarter of U.S. adults give the nation’s physical health a failing grade, according to a new survey. A survey of 2,000 health and wellness consumers explored perspectives on the country’s overall health, finding that a similar percentage graded mental...
2025-05-15
Wisconsin judge pleads not guilty to helping a man evade federal immigration agents
A Wisconsin judge accused of helping a man evade federal immigration agents has pleaded not guilty to federal charges. Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan entered the plea during an arraignment Thursday in federal court. She and her lawyers left...
2025-05-15
Company wants to control power of lava to build cities
The concept is the brainchild of Arnhildur Pálmadóttir and her Iceland-based design firm s.ap architects.
2025-05-15
Older people in crosshairs as government restarts Social Security garnishment on student loans
As the Trump administration resumes collections on defaulted student loans, hundreds of thousands of older Americans with decades-old debts are now at risk of having their Social Security checks garnished. People with student loans had their payments and interest paused...
2025-05-15
AI microscope can spot deadly blood clots before they strike
Japanese scientists have found a way to observe clotting activity in blood as it happens, without needing invasive procedures.
2025-05-15
In India, Indigenous women and their 'dream maps' seek to protect lands from climate change
Indigenous women in India have watched their villages’ common areas under threat from climate change. Now they are leading their communities’ most significant effort yet to speak up for their needs. Armed with “dream maps” of how their lands should...
2025-05-15
Beauty influencer shot dead during her TikTok livestream at a beauty salon in Mexico
The 23-year-old model and beauty influencer was inside a beauty salon in the municipality of Zapopan, the fringes of Guadalajara, when it happened.
2025-05-15
Schedule released for NBA's Eastern Conference Finals, even if Pacers' opponent remains undecided
The Indiana Pacers will open the Eastern Conference Semifinals on the road in New York or Boston on Wednesday, May 21.
2025-05-15
Under pressure from hard-right, Starmer takes cautious approach to EU 'reset'
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is treading a fine line on UK-EU relations as hard-right populists make gains at a time when Brexit and immigration remain toxic issues in Britain.
2025-05-14
Why children who play sports have better mental health
Daily amount of physical activity at the age of 11 was associated with a 12% lower risk of being diagnosed with any mental disorder before the age of 18.
2025-05-14
AP News Summary at 10:46 a.m. EDT
Trump tells Gulf leaders Iran must cease support of proxy groups as part of any nuclear deal
2025-05-14
Indian Travel Firms Report Drop in Turkey Bookings Over Pakistan Support
By Hritam MukherjeeBENGALURU (Reuters) - Indians are cancelling holidays in popular resorts in Turkey and Azerbaijan after the countries supported...
2025-05-14
Buttigieg presses an anti-Trump message in Iowa and demands Democrats make their agenda clear
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (AP) — Pete Buttigieg returned to Iowa with some subtle and not-so-subtle messages about what has changed since he ran in the state's 2020 Democratic presidential caucuses.
2025-05-14
189 illegal immigrants arrested in DC after federal operation in restaurants and neighborhoods
The Justice Department announced 189 illegal immigrants were arrested in Washington, D.C., last week after an operation that occurred roughly around the same time federal immigration officers visited several restaurants in the area. The DOJ billed the crackdown as part...
2025-05-14
Spanish Titles at This Year’s Marché du Film
In addition to Spain’s strong presence in Cannes’ competition sections this year, the country has numerous high-profile titles looking to woo buyers at the Marché du Film. Below, we look at some of the most intriguing titles set for this year’s market. “Away,” Gerard Oms Produced by Zabriskie Films (Spain) and Revolver Amsterdam (Netherlands), “Away” [...]
2025-05-14
Pete Rose reinstated by MLB, eligible for Baseball Hall of Fame after ban
Pete Rose has officially been taken off MLB’s permanently ineligible list. Baseball’s all-time hits leader was banned in 1989 after an investigation revealed that the longtime star had placed bets while playing for and managing the Cincinnati Reds. The decision makes Rose, who died at 83, eligible to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
2025-05-14
WATCH LIVE: Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy testifies on the budget
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is testifying before a House panel on the 2026 budget at 10 a.m. He will address key issues on the state of transportation in the United States and funding priorities in transportation policy. His testimony comes...
2025-05-14
Spain’s Sales Agents See Brighter Future
After a puzzlingly muted presence at this year’s Berlinale, Spanish cinema is roaring back with two high-profile selections – Carla Simón’s “Romería” and Oliver Laxe’s “Sirat” – in the main competition at Cannes. While it’s too soon to call Berlin’s thin Spanish lineup an anomaly, Spain’s strong showing at Cannes suggests a renewed momentum that Spanish sales agents are eager to capitalize [...]
2025-05-14
US overdose deaths fell 27% last year, the largest one-year decline ever seen
There were 30,000 fewer U.S. drug overdose deaths in 2024 than the year before — the largest one-year decline ever recorded.
2025-05-14
Tom Cruise unleashes 'Mission: Impossible' at Cannes
Tom Cruise's "Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning" powers into the Cannes film festival for its premiere Wednesday on a steamroller of hype, with fans asking if this will be the final curtain for secret agent Ethan Hunt.
2025-05-14
Trump’s Mideast visit opens floodgate of AI deals led by Nvidia
The Trump administration is clearing a path for two key Persian Gulf allies to pursue their artificial intelligence ambitions — and some of the biggest US tech companies are seizing on that opening with plans to spend billions of dollars in the region.
2025-05-14
Macron, Netanyahu trade barbs over Israel’s Gaza aid block
French President Emmanuel Macron accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of “shameful” behavior in blocking aid to Gaza, and called on the European Union to toughen its stance against the country.