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Breaking News

• NBA legend torches Magic after embarrassing playoff exit May 5, 2026
  Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady criticized the Orlando Magic roster after their historic collapse, blowing a 3-1 lead to the Detroit Pistons in round one.
• Massie ally sparks backlash after accusing Trump-backed challenger of abusing VA benefits May 5, 2026
  Rep. Thomas Massie's ally is receiving blowback for attacking challenger Ed Gallrein, a former SEAL Team SIX member, over his VA disability benefits rating.
• Prince Harry ‘looks very sad’ after leaving royal duty, expert draws striking parallel to abdicated king May 5, 2026
  Royal experts compare Meghan Markle to Wallis Simpson but say it's their husbands, Prince Harry and Edward, who deserve scrutiny for their royal exits.
• Alzheimer's blood tests may predict symptoms years in advance, but experts urge caution May 5, 2026
  New blood tests measuring p-tau217 levels show promise for predicting Alzheimer's risk years before symptoms appear, though validation is still needed.
• LEE CARTER: The quiet way politicians are choosing their voters (and why you should care more than you think) May 5, 2026
  Gerrymandering reshapes political power by letting mapmakers decide how votes are grouped, making some voices count more than others in U.S. elections.
• Trump opens Strait of Hormuz with ‘Project Freedom’ and more top headlines May 5, 2026
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• LeBron James hypes up Caitlin Clark as she gears up for third Fever season May 5, 2026
  LeBron James hyped up Caitlin Clark on Instagram ahead of her third WNBA season as the Indiana Fever prepare to open Saturday against the Dallas Wings.
• $25 an hour? Major cities eye massive wage hikes as labor activists seek federal mandate May 5, 2026
  As the affordability crisis hits Americans, a new coalition of labor and lawmakers pushes a federal $25 minimum wage mandate amid job loss warnings.
• Ben Stiller divides internet with Met Gala appearance over Knicks Game 1 May 5, 2026
  Ben Stiller attended the Met Gala in New York Knicks colors and predicted "Knicks in six" while skipping their playoff game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
• Sen Lindsey Graham floats idea of more US attacks against Iranian 'war machine' May 5, 2026
  Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina floated the idea of further U.S. military attacks against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
• California junior college athletes speak out on trans controversy that's now in the Trump admin's crosshairs May 5, 2026
  Santa Rosa junior college volleyball players say a transgender athlete scandal derailed their NCAA dreams and led to ostracism after they filed a Title IX complaint.
• Trump presses Kansas City BBQ restaurant owner on whether Patrick Mahomes will start Week 1 of NFL season May 5, 2026
  President Donald Trump asked Slap's BBQ owner about Patrick Mahomes' health at the White House, showing concern for the Chiefs QB's recovery from knee surgery.
• Underwater robotics expert reveals 'shipwreck city' hiding beneath major urban lake May 5, 2026
  An underwater robotics expert is exploring nearly 100 targets in Seattle's Lake Union, calling the area a "shipwreck city" full of hidden maritime history.
• Spencer Pratt: Los Angeles angry with Karen Bass’ mismanagement May 5, 2026
  In a "Ruthless Podcast" interview, Spencer Pratt says influential Hollywood figures back his Los Angeles mayoral campaign while criticizing Mayor Karen Bass over wildfire response and city leadership.
• MORNING GLORY: Dems' Bernie-backed oyster farmer hands Susan Collins a massive 2026 advantage May 5, 2026
  Maine's 2026 Senate race pits Republican Sen. Susan Collins against Democratic nominee Graham Platner, whose Nazi-era tattoo and bigoted posts are drawing increased scrutiny.
• Border Patrol arrests two illegal aliens convicted of child sex offenses near San Diego in back-to-back busts May 5, 2026
  Border Patrol agents arrested two illegal aliens convicted of child sex offenses near San Diego last week, with both now being processed for removal.
• NEWT GINGRICH AND RACHEL PETERSON: Washington must act to stop massive government fraud May 5, 2026
  President Trump's executive order establishes a fraud task force chaired by Vice President JD Vance to prevent billions in government program losses.
• LIZ PEEK: California voters fed up with Democrats may turn to Steve Hilton for change May 5, 2026
  Republican Steve Hilton could make history in deep blue California as he leads the governor's race, campaigning on lower taxes and common sense.
• Trump's grip over GOP tested as state senators who defied president challenged in key primaries May 5, 2026
  Indiana and Ohio hold primary elections Tuesday with Trump endorsements on the line and key races setting up competitive November midterm showdowns.
• Trump opens Hormuz under fire with ‘Project Freedom’ as Iran warns of attacks May 5, 2026
  The U.S. military's Project Freedom operation moves ships through the Strait of Hormuz under fire as Iran threatens to attack any foreign presence.

World News

• Two killed and many injured after car driven into crowd in German city of Leipzig May 5, 2026
  A 33-year-old German citizen was detained following the incident, the authorities say.
• Second hantavirus case confirmed after deaths on cruise ship May 5, 2026
  The operator of the MV Hondius ship says a Dutch couple and a German national have died.
• A 'fun' superstar stuns rivals and reshapes politics in an Indian state May 5, 2026
  Film star Vijay has defied naysayers to almost sweep Tamil Nadu polls, marking a break in the political order.
• Do viruses spread more easily on cruise ships? May 5, 2026
  The BBC explains what experts have to say about the infection risks associated with cruise ships.
• Explosion at China fireworks factory kills 26 people May 5, 2026
  A blast at a fireworks factory in Hunan province has killed 26 people and injured 61, state media report.
• Moment Indonesian river overflows from heavy rain May 5, 2026
  A glamping facility was destroyed by the raging torrent in Bogor, West Java on 4 May.
• Popular Australian author pleads guilty over child exploitation material May 5, 2026
  The Jasper Jones and Runt author was arrested in January during a police raid at his Perth home.
• Deadly China plane crash was caused by fuel cut-off, says report May 5, 2026
  The Boeing 737 plane crashed into a Chinese hillside in 2022, killing all 132 people on board.
• The most talked-about looks at this year's Met Gala May 5, 2026
  The theme for 2026 Met Gala fundraiser is "Costume Art", exploring fashion as an embodied art form.
• Rescuers among three dead after yacht sinks off Australian coast May 5, 2026
  Volunteer rescuers aged 78 and 62 died after their boat rolled during "treacherous" conditions.
• Watch: Met Gala sees Beyoncé's return and a star-studded red carpet May 5, 2026
  Anna Wintour brought the glam, Beyoncé brought the fam, and Heidi Klum was... statuesque at this year's fundraiser.
• Robots move in as waste firms struggle to find staff May 4, 2026
  Humanoid robots are being added to the automation of waste sorting.
• Ukrainian drone hits upmarket Moscow high-rise ahead of Victory Day celebrations May 4, 2026
  Russia has declared a unilateral ceasefire to cover the event and threatened a massive strike on central Kyiv if it were disrupted.
• Mali junta leader names himself defence minister after predecessor killed May 4, 2026
  Former Defence Minister Sadio Camara was killed in a massive offensive by combined jihadist and separatist forces.
• Spain seizes record amount of cocaine in Atlantic Ocean, authorities say May 4, 2026
  The Civil Guard found between 30,000 and 45,000kg of the drug on a freighter headed to Libya.
• Britney Spears pleads guilty to reckless driving after arrest May 4, 2026
  The 44-year-old will avoid jail time after her arrest in California earlier this year.
• Three Russian diplomats expelled from Austria over spying accusations May 4, 2026
  They gathered information using a "forest of antennas" installed on top of diplomatic buildings, the foreign minister says.
• Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani recovering from pneumonia and 'now breathing on his own' May 4, 2026
  The ex-New York mayor 'remains in critical but stable condition', according to his spokesman.
• Watch: Moment United Airlines flight strikes vehicle during landing May 4, 2026
  Flight 169 from Venice, Italy, landed safely at Newark Airport with no reported injuries among the 231 passengers and crew. The lorry driver sustained minor injuries.
• Modi's BJP conquers Bengal, one of India's toughest political frontiers May 4, 2026
  West Bengal’s verdict could reshape not just the state’s politics, but the future trajectory of Modi’s BJP.

US News

• Trump opens Strait of Hormuz with ‘Project Freedom’ and more top headlines May 5, 2026
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• Arkansas school director sentenced for being 'ringleader' of child fight club May 5, 2026
  An Arkansas school director was sentenced to 30 days in jail and nine years of probation after prosecutors accused her of running a child fight club.
• Police dog follows his nose to find missing autistic teen screaming for help May 5, 2026
  Hero police dog K-9 Ruger followed his nose to rescue a missing autistic teen in Jacksonville, Florida, after the boy vanished from his home.
• Ohio daycare worker convicted of horrific physical abuse of toddlers sentenced to years in prison May 5, 2026
  Ohio daycare worker Katelyn Ann Strohacker has been sentenced to 8 to 12 years in prison after being convicted on 31 counts of kidnapping and child endangerment.
• Military-trained fugitive accused of shooting wife eludes manhunt in rural woodlands May 5, 2026
  A massive manhunt is underway in rural Tennessee for Craig Berry, a Special Forces veteran accused of shooting his wife and fleeing into the woods.
• Man allegedly opens fire on Secret Service near White House as child injured in chaos May 4, 2026
  U.S. Secret Service responded to an officer-involved shooting near the Washington Monument Monday, with one person shot by police, authorities said.
• Palisades Fire suspect was allegedly 'fixated' on Luigi Mangione and held 'resentment of the rich': court docs May 4, 2026
  The man accused of igniting the fire that led to the deadly Palisades inferno was allegedly fixated on Luigi Mangione, according to prosecutors.
• Video shows teens carving up golf course greens in reckless stunt, police say May 4, 2026
  Florida detectives are working to identify teenagers who allegedly caused thousands in damage during a joyride across Weston Hills Golf Course greens.
• Video shows Florida mom’s heated arrest after she allegedly kicked child at youth football game May 4, 2026
  A Florida mom was arrested after allegedly kicking a juvenile player during a Pop Warner youth football game in Fort Myers, the Lee County Sheriff's Office says.
• Fire breaks out at historic Broadway theater that hosts 'The Book of Mormon' in New York City May 4, 2026
  Fire erupted at New York City's Eugene O'Neill Theatre, which hosts "The Book of Mormon," forcing the historic Broadway venue to close for repairs.
• Judge apologizes to alleged would-be Trump assassin, drags Jan 6 suspects into rant over jail complaints May 4, 2026
  A federal judge decried the prison treatment of alleged Trump would-be assassin Cole Allen and apologized for his confinement on suicide watch.
• Veteran NY detective dad storms in to confront Alabama frat bro accused of assaulting his daughter: police May 4, 2026
  Ryan DellaFranco allegedly assaulted his ex-girlfriend at University of Alabama, and her father, a veteran detective, was also charged with harassment.
• Cornell students accuse university president of hitting them with car after campus Israel-Palestinian event May 4, 2026
  Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff claims he was harassed in a parking lot after students allege he hit them with his car during a confrontation.
• FBI arrests leftist Senate hopeful for alleged death threats against Trump, Congress member and daughter May 4, 2026
  A Pennsylvania man faces federal charges after the FBI says he made graphic threats against a member of Congress and President Trump in voicemails.
• Rideshare passenger held hostage for eight hours during armed standoff with police in swanky neighborhood May 4, 2026
  Police surrounded a pickup truck during an eight-hour hostage standoff in Beverly Hills after an armed rideshare driver allegedly fled authorities.
• WATCH: Harrowing footage captures moment United flight's landing gear strikes tractor trailer May 4, 2026
  New video captures the harrowing moment a United Airlines flight hit a light pole and tractor trailer during its descent into Newark Liberty airport.
• Iran issues threat after Trump announces Strait of Hormuz 'humanitarian gesture' and more top headlines May 4, 2026
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• Iowa woman died following hernia repair after nurses dismissed painful post-surgery symptoms: lawsuit May 4, 2026
  The family of an Iowa woman who died after hernia repair surgery alleges nurses dismissed fecal drainage and sepsis symptoms as normal in medical malpractice lawsuit.
• Shooting during party at Oklahoma's Arcadia Lake leaves at least 10 wounded, police say May 4, 2026
  At least 10 people were rushed to hospitals after a shooting at a party near Arcadia Lake outside Oklahoma City on Sunday, according to police officials.
• Anti-ICE demonstrators detained after protesting arrest of illegal immigrant facing assault, drug charges May 4, 2026
  Nearly 10 people were detained in Brooklyn after anti-ICE protesters gathered outside a hospital following the arrest of an illegal immigrant, DHS says.

Tech News

• Tech Now May 2, 2026
  Harriet Bradshaw finds out how AI is being used to help solve an art history mystery.
• Oscars says AI actors and writing cannot win awards May 1, 2026
  The academy that controls the Oscars on Friday issued new award eligibility requirements around the use of artificial intelligence in film.
• Bright idea? UK firm pioneers data centres using lampposts May 1, 2026
  The solar-powered iLamps will have a built-in Nvidia chip but there are questions over their security and scalability.
• Pentagon says US military to be an 'AI-first' fighting force May 1, 2026
  The US military has agreed eight new contracts with big tech firms as it expands its artificial intelligence capabilities.
• Elon Musk's latest Tesla pay valued at $158bn - but he can't pocket it May 1, 2026
  Musk must meet a range of ambitious milestones at Tesla to justify the monster pay packet - so far he has not.
• Spotify adds 'Verified' badges to distinguish human artists from AI May 1, 2026
  The music streaming platform will review criteria such as artists' live dates and social media presence.
• Apple says iPhone 17 'most popular ever' as sales soar May 1, 2026
  The record results come as boss Tim Cook is preparing to bow out after 15 years at the helm.
• Will AI lead to more accurate opinion polls? April 30, 2026
  It's cheaper and faster to collect people's opinions using AI, but will it make polls more accurate?
• Twitch streamer hit by car live on camera - 'It felt like slow motion' April 30, 2026
  Isaiah Thomas, known as hmblzayy, was walking a 3,000-mile challenge when he was hit
• OpenAI tells ChatGPT models to stop talking about goblins April 30, 2026
  The AI firm said that unlike previous model bugs, the issue "crept in subtly".
• Meta in row after workers who say they saw smart glasses users having sex lose jobs April 30, 2026
  Meta and its subcontractor disagree over why over 1000 Kenya-based workers were made redundant.
• Musk accuses OpenAI lawyer of trying to 'trick' him in combative testimony April 29, 2026
  Elon Musk was cross-examined on the third day of the trial over his lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI.
• Why friendly AI chatbots might be less trustworthy April 29, 2026
  Researchers found adjusting AI systems to be more warm and friendly to users would result in an "accuracy trade-off".
• Musk accuses Altman of stealing a charity as courtroom battle begins April 29, 2026
  The case over OpenAI's history and public commitments could have major implications for the future of AI.
• Tech Life April 28, 2026
  Workers train AI to identify everyday objects by labelling items in photos and videos.
• Tech Life April 21, 2026
  How to say goodbye and pay tribute to a loved one - with a hologram.
• Tech Life April 14, 2026
  Can pedestrians, runners and cyclists safely share the road with self-driving vehicles?
• Tech Life April 7, 2026
  Is there a way to fix AI's problem with trust?
• Tech Now April 4, 2026
  Shiona McCallum tours Blenheim Palace, exploring the tech aiding its restoration.
• Tech Now March 28, 2026
  How research linking climate change and extreme weather events is being used in lawsuits.

Political News

• Massie ally sparks backlash after accusing Trump-backed challenger of abusing VA benefits May 5, 2026
  Rep. Thomas Massie's ally is receiving blowback for attacking challenger Ed Gallrein, a former SEAL Team SIX member, over his VA disability benefits rating.
• Sen Lindsey Graham floats idea of more US attacks against Iranian 'war machine' May 5, 2026
  Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina floated the idea of further U.S. military attacks against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
• Border Patrol arrests two illegal aliens convicted of child sex offenses near San Diego in back-to-back busts May 5, 2026
  Border Patrol agents arrested two illegal aliens convicted of child sex offenses near San Diego last week, with both now being processed for removal.
• Trump's grip over GOP tested as state senators who defied president challenged in key primaries May 5, 2026
  Indiana and Ohio hold primary elections Tuesday with Trump endorsements on the line and key races setting up competitive November midterm showdowns.
• Trump opens Hormuz under fire with ‘Project Freedom’ as Iran warns of attacks May 5, 2026
  The U.S. military's Project Freedom operation moves ships through the Strait of Hormuz under fire as Iran threatens to attack any foreign presence.
• Civil rights groups file lawsuit seeking to block Texas law allowing cops to arrest illegal migrants May 5, 2026
  Civil rights groups, including the ACLU, filed a new lawsuit on Monday to block a Texas law that would allow police to arrest migrants who enter through the southern border.
• Rudy Giuliani's primary care provider gives update on his condition May 5, 2026
  Former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani is off a ventilator and breathing independently after his doctor says his condition turned critical during hospitalization.
• Video shows Dem candidate dodging Trump violence question as campaign issues response May 5, 2026
  Video shows NJ Democratic congressional candidate Rebecca Bennett walking away from questions about political violence against President Trump.
• Florida GOP candidate reveals why 'amazing' fundraising haul and key Trump moves suggest midterm 'optimism' May 5, 2026
  GOP congressional candidate Scott Singer says he outraised incumbent Jared Moskowitz by nearly 3-to-1 and predicts Republican optimism for midterms.
• GOP challenger Joe Kaufman to run in Florida's 25th district; will face either Moskowitz or Wasserman Schultz May 4, 2026
  Joe Kaufman brings national security and foreign policy expertise to the race; he has been dubbed the "terrorist hunter" for his extensive work on the issue.
• Woman objected to trans sex offender roommate — then she was sent back to prison, legal group says May 4, 2026
  Conservative legal group demands Bureau of Prisons records after a woman was allegedly re-incarcerated for objecting to a male roommate assignment.
• Warren pushed ‘free and easy’ IRS filing system, but docs reveal what she used instead May 4, 2026
  Elizabeth Warren didn't use the free government tax-filing system she promoted when Direct File became available in Massachusetts, records show.
• Trump surgeon general pick sparks backlash, splits MAHA movement May 4, 2026
  Trump's surgeon general nominee Dr. Nicole Saphier is dividing the MAHA movement, with some activists calling her a "catastrophic mistake" but others saying she is exactly what Americans need.
• DOJ sentences pair in $522M DNA testing fraud scheme after suspect tried to flee US May 4, 2026
  Two men were sentenced for a $522 million fraud scheme that used kickbacks and fake genetic testing orders to bilk Medicare, Medicaid and insurers.
• FIRST ON FOX: Powerful House Ways and Means chair throws hammer down on 'foreign-aligned influence network' May 4, 2026
  Congress expands investigation into alleged "foreign-aligned influence network" behind May Day protests, demanding documents from three U.S. nonprofits.
• Democrats in disarray as Michigan AG calls for recount after convention vote declared 'a mess' May 4, 2026
  A failed Michigan Democratic AG candidate backs a full recount of convention votes, alleging broken rules and improperly calculated ballots were found.
• Jeffries launches New York gerrymander push after redistricting clash with DeSantis May 4, 2026
  Hakeem Jeffries launched an effort to redraw New York's congressional map as Republicans look to pass GOP-friendly redistricting plans in multiple Southern states.
• Disgraced Dem cut off from doing business with government after alleged ‘outright fraud’ uncovered May 4, 2026
  Disgraced former Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick is cut off from federal business and grants after allegedly funneling $5 million in COVID-19 FEMA funds.
• DeSantis signs Florida redistricting map to potentially flip 4 House seats red May 4, 2026
  Ron DeSantis signed a new Florida congressional map that could expand the GOP's 20-8 House advantage by flipping four Democratic-held districts red.
• WATCH: Walz deputy lambasts Laken Riley Act in bid to keep Minnesota Senate seat blue May 4, 2026
  Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan blasted the Laken Riley Act at a Bernie Sanders 'Stop Oligarchy' rally as she trails Rep. Craig in the Senate primary race.

Raw Reactions

• What Americans Think Of The Biden Impeachment Inquiry
  Welcome to Pollapalooza, our weekly-ish polling roundup. It’s officially impeachment season again. On Tuesday, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy announced that he’s directing three House committees to start investigating whether President Biden benefited from his son Hunter’s business dealings overseas. McCarthy accused the Biden family of “a culture of corruption,” saying that the Biden administration […]
• The Second GOP Debate Could Be Smaller, With Or Without Trump
  The second Republican presidential primary debate is less than two weeks away, so time is running out for GOP contenders to meet the Republican National Committee’s qualification criteria. To make the Sept. 27 debate, each candidate must have at least 3 percent support in two qualifying national polls, or at least 3 percent in one […]
• The Senate Is Losing One Of Its Few Remaining Moderate Republicans
  On Wednesday, Utah Sen. Mitt Romney announced he would not run for reelection in 2024. On the surface, the electoral impact of Romney’s decision is minimal — his seat should stay safely in Republican hands. But it’s still notable because it represents the departure of one of the few remaining Republican senators who had a […]
• Why ‘Bidenomics’ Isn’t Working For Biden
  Welcome to FiveThirtyEight’s politics chat. The transcript below has been lightly edited. nrakich (Nathaniel Rakich, senior elections analyst): For a long time, the economy has been seen as a big liability for President Biden in his reelection bid. Inflation soared in 2021 and 2022, culminating at a rate of 9.1 percent last June. The same […]
• Why Biden Is Losing Support Among Voters Of Color
  Among the most politically tuned-in, last week saw the kind of hand-wringing and accusations of bias surrounding the polls that you’d usually expect from the final two months of a campaign, not the final year and two months of a campaign. The focus was largely on general election polls: Whether a Wall Street Journal poll […]
• Politics Podcast: Polling Silly Season Begins
  Among the most politically tuned-in, last week saw the kind of hand-wringing and accusations of bias surrounding the polls that you’d usually expect from the final two months of a campaign, not the final year and two months of a campaign. The focus was largely on general election polls: Whether a Wall Street Journal poll showing former President Donald […]
• Ron DeSantis Probably Didn’t Turn Florida Red
  In his presidential campaign, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has pitched himself as a transformational leader who has reshaped the politics of his home state. His 2022 reelection by 19 percentage points “was not just a big victory,” he has argued. “It was really a fundamental realignment of Florida from being a swing state to being […]
• Aging Politicians Are Only Going To Get More Common
  Presidents are getting older and older. Former President Donald Trump was the oldest person to assume office when he was sworn in on Jan. 20, 2017, and President Biden broke that record four years later. If either is elected again next year, at ages 78 and 81, respectively, they will be older than the previous […]
• Should We Trust Polls Campaigns Leak To The Press?
  Now that we are on the other side of Labor Day and summer is subsiding, this is — as tradition goes — when focus on political campaigns really begins to heat up. The off-year elections this November will get some attention, but the main attraction is still the 2024 Republican presidential primary. In this installment […]
• Politics Podcast: Is Donald Trump The Inevitable GOP Nominee?
  Now that we are on the other side of Labor Day and summer is subsiding, this is — as tradition goes — when focus on political campaigns really begins to heat up. The off-year elections this November will get some attention, but the main attraction is still the 2024 Republican presidential primary. In this installment […]
• What Are The Swing States Of The Future?
  Welcome to FiveThirtyEight’s politics chat. The transcript below has been lightly edited. ameliatd (Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux, senior reporter): The residents of states like Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Michigan are used to having their airwaves flooded with political ads as presidential elections draw near. But over the years, there’s actually been a lot of variation in which states […]
• Everything You Need To Know About Tuesday’s Special Elections In Rhode Island And Utah
  Usually, Labor Day is considered the traditional start of campaign season — but here in 2023, it marks the end of the competitive phase of two heated special elections. Neither Rhode Island’s 1st Congressional District nor Utah’s 2nd is expected to be very competitive in November’s general elections, so Tuesday’s primaries will likely determine their […]
• Vivek Ramaswamy Is Climbing. Where Can He Go?
  At last week’s Republican debate, businessman Vivek Ramaswamy arguably made the biggest splash of any candidate. Sharing center stage with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, the entrepreneur spoke more than any contender other than former Vice President Mike Pence and even briefly surpassed the absent front-runner, former President Donald Trump, in Google search traffic. Built partly […]
• After An Eventful Month, Trump Has Lost Support In The GOP Primary
  Once more, with feeling: It has been a couple of weeks since former President Donald Trump’s latest indictment (this time in Georgia, in connection with his efforts to overturn the 2020 election there). Do the charges appear to have affected his chances of returning to the White House? After each of Trump’s three prior indictments, […]
• Will Trump Regret Skipping The GOP Debates?
  Welcome to FiveThirtyEight’s politics chat. The transcript below has been lightly edited. maya (Maya Sweedler, senior editor): The first Republican debate last Wednesday featured eight candidates — none of whom was the front-runner. Former President Donald Trump elected to skip the debate, writing on his social media website that “The public knows who I am […]
• What Are Trump’s Chances Of Winning The GOP Primary?
  Is the 2024 Republican presidential primary already over? If you just look at the polls, you’d be forgiven for thinking so. Consider the state of the states: Several polls published last week showed former President Donald Trump leading in Iowa (with 42 percent to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s 19 percent and South Carolina Sen. Tim […]
• Politics Podcast: Good Or Bad Use Of Polling … Extended Cut
  This is a special end-of-meteorological-summer installment of the FiveThirtyEight Politics podcast. Galen Druke speaks with pollsters Kristen Soltis Anderson and David Byler in an episode made entirely of “good or bad use of polling” examples. They consider why GOP primary candidate Vivek Ramaswamy polls differently depending on survey methodology, what we can learn from post-debate […]
• How Restarting Student Loan Payments Could Change Millions of Lives — And The Economy
  When Congress voted in May to restart student loan payments this fall — and then the Supreme Court overturned President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan in June — Alexa Goins and her husband realized they had a choice: They could keep their house or they could pay off their student debt.  Together, she and her […]
• Politics Podcast: Lessons From A Trump-Less Debate
  The crew discusses their takeaways from the first Republican presidential primary debate in this late-night edition of the FiveThirtyEight Politics podcast. You can listen to the episode by clicking the “play” button in the audio player above or by downloading it in iTunes, the ESPN App or your favorite podcast platform. If you are new […]
• What Went Down In The First GOP Presidential Debate

Science News

• Companies pay out to charity after slurry incidents May 5, 2026
  The three companies has paid out a total of £33,500 after the Environment Agency's investigations.
• Wildlife park welcomes three male Asiatic lions May 5, 2026
  There are about 500 to 600 Asiatic lions left in the wild which only live in Gir Forest, India.
• How to see the Eta Aquariid meteor shower May 4, 2026
  How to see the Eta Aquariid meteor shower
• How a hurricane created a 'precious saltmarsh' May 4, 2026
  This year marks 30 years since a storm breached sea defenses in Porlock.
• Pine marten kit receives round-the-clock care after siblings died May 4, 2026
  The kit was rescued from a bin in Wales and is now being looked after at Vale Wildlife Hospital.
• Nature haven 'trashed' after four-year wait for protection decision May 3, 2026
  Activists claim developers are damaging the area while NatureScot considers whether or not to designate it a protected site.
• Sewage and agricultural pollution having 'alarming' impact on UK's underwater forests May 2, 2026
  Scientists found seagrass meadows affected by sewage had far fewer small invertebrates, like crabs.
• Is this the real face of Anne Boleyn? May 1, 2026
  A computer science team believes they have discovered a previously unknown sketch of King Henry VIII's second wife - but not everyone is convinced.
• Is this actually what Anne Boleyn looked like? May 1, 2026
  An algorithm has suggested images of what were thought to be Anne Boleyn might not be.
• BBC Inside Science April 30, 2026
  We explore the mechanisms causing Europe's warming twice as fast as the global average.
• A 17th Century 'supercomputer' once owned by Indian royalty sells for record in auction April 30, 2026
  The astrolabe - or astronomical computer - is possibly the largest in existence and had never been exhibited before.
• 'Only so much' voters can worry about - are attitudes to net zero changing? April 30, 2026
  Recent studies show a decline in the public's sense of urgency around reaching net zero.
• Global forest loss slows but El Niño fires could threaten progress April 29, 2026
  The loss of tropical rainforests eased last year, according to new analysis, but scientists warn they are still disappearing rapidly.
• Global forest loss slows but El Niño fires could threaten progress April 29, 2026
  The loss of tropical rainforests eased last year, according to new analysis, but scientists warn they are still disappearing rapidly.
• Student uses space cosmic rays to make photographs April 29, 2026
  Blank negative photographic film sealed in a bag is sent to edge of space using a helium balloon.
• £20m mystery gift buys London Zoo new hospital where you can watch vets work April 28, 2026
  Visitors will be able to watch live veterinary procedures inside a state-of-the-art new animal hospital.
• How climate change threatens the economic backbone of the Pacific April 26, 2026
  Tuna populations around the Pacific Islands could move away as ocean temperatures increase.
• UK's biggest ever environmental pollution claim reaches High Court April 26, 2026
  One of the UK's largest chicken producers and a water company accused of polluting three rivers including the River Wye
• UK's biggest ever environmental pollution claim reaches High Court April 26, 2026
  One of the UK's largest chicken producers and a water company accused of polluting three rivers including the River Wye
• Your snaps of changing skies from meteors to rays April 26, 2026
  BBC Weather Watchers capture the ever-changing April conditions.

People In The News

• Prince Harry ‘looks very sad’ after leaving royal duty, expert draws striking parallel to abdicated king May 5, 2026
  Royal experts compare Meghan Markle to Wallis Simpson but say it's their husbands, Prince Harry and Edward, who deserve scrutiny for their royal exits.
• Kim Kardashian, Beyonce and Blake Lively steal the show at the 2026 Met Gala May 4, 2026
  The 2026 Met Gala welcomed stars to New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art with the "Costume Art" theme and "Fashion Is Art" dress code.
• Brooks Nader, Lauren Sánchez Bezos, Nicole Kidman turn heads at pre-Met Gala parties May 4, 2026
  Anna Wintour and Jeff Bezos hosted pre-Met Gala parties in NYC, drawing stars like Nicole Kidman, Kendall Jenner and Sabrina Carpenter to events.
• Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach a settlement in 'It Ends With Us' retaliation lawsuit May 4, 2026
  Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni appeared in court for a pretrial conference on April 28 as they prepared for trial. The actors settled on May 4.
• Dolly Parton cancels Las Vegas residency as health issues force her to step back from stage performances May 4, 2026
  Dolly Parton cancels Las Vegas residency due to ongoing health issues but says she is improving every day and her conditions are all treatable.
• Britney Spears pleads guilty to ‘wet reckless’ charge after DUI arrest May 4, 2026
  Singer Britney Spears, 44, pleaded guilty to reckless driving Monday after voluntarily checking into a treatment facility following her March arrest
• ‘Saved by the Bell’ star got $12 check after fame, was ‘trapped’ as Screech before tragic death: co-star May 4, 2026
  Dustin Diamond was "trapped" as Screech after "Saved by the Bell," insiders say, facing typecasting and shockingly low residuals before his 2021 death. His fame is being explored on "Hollywood Demons."
• Princess Eugenie pregnant with 3rd child, could be 'turning point' for her disgraced parents: expert May 4, 2026
  Princess Eugenie and husband Jack Brooksbank announce they are expecting their third child together, sharing a sonogram photo on social media.
• Anne Heche had interview tape dumped in NYC sewer after clash to protect Ellen DeGeneres romance: book May 4, 2026
  Fran Weinstein alleges Anne Heche grabbed an interview tape and had it tossed in a NYC sewer to protect her romance with Ellen DeGeneres. Heche's manager has denied the claims.
• 'Yellowstone’ fans ‘about to pass out’ over ‘Dutton Ranch’ trailer as Beth and Rip return May 4, 2026
  Yellowstone spinoff Dutton Ranch sparks massive fan excitement as the new trailer teases Beth and Rip's dangerous fresh start in South Texas.
• 'Storage Wars' star's son breaks silence after father's death by suicide at 67 May 4, 2026
  Brandon Sheets paid an emotional tribute to his father, Darrell Sheets, on social media and honored the "Storage Wars" star's legacy after his death by suicide.
• Supermodel slams GLP-1 trend, says weight loss shots are a 'smack in the face' to body positivity movement May 3, 2026
  Ashley Graham calls the rise of GLP-1 weight loss shots disheartening as she vows to continue advocating for plus-size women and body acceptance.
• Nina Dobrev stuns in daring mesh gown during New York City outing May 3, 2026
  Nina Dobrev wowed in a bold mesh gown with red details in NYC, pairing it with stiletto heels and a red handbag for a striking street style moment.
• Santana lead vocalist dead at 79 May 3, 2026
  Alex Ligertwood, lead singer and songwriter for Santana known for hits like "Winning" and "You Know That I Love You," died in Los Angeles. He was 79.
• Ellen Burstyn on the habits she gave up to stay thriving at 93 years old May 3, 2026
  At 93, Ellen Burstyn shares her longevity secrets on Rob Lowe's podcast, crediting a plant-based diet, exercise, and giving up alcohol, smoking cigarettes and marjuana.
• Barry Manilow, 82, gives update on his cancer battle as he cancels more tour dates May 3, 2026
  Barry Manilow, 82, says he is making great progress in his lung cancer treatment and has his heart set on returning to the stage in June in the U.K.
• Shirley MacLaine spotted enjoying lunch in Malibu just days before her 92nd birthday celebration May 3, 2026
  Shirley MacLaine, 92, was spotted leaving a Malibu restaurant days before her birthday. The Oscar winner's career spans decades of iconic roles.
• Meryl Streep had secret 'beef' with Goldie Hawn while filming '90s horror comedy film May 3, 2026
  Meryl Streep reveals she had "beef" with Goldie Hawn over her tardiness on the "Death Becomes Her" set, but says they have been "buddies" ever since.
• ‘Gossip Girl’ star Kelly Rutherford swears by airport workouts over the gym May 3, 2026
  "Gossip Girl" star Kelly Rutherford shares her fitness secrets, from swimming to chasing her dachshunds, and why love is her ultimate confidence boost.
• Jodie Sweetin shares shocking 'Full House' residual check amount despite show's mega success May 3, 2026
  Jodie Sweetin says her latest "Full House" residual check was just one cent, explaining that streaming has essentially replaced syndication royalties.

Environmental News

• Fake traffic violation text scam uses QR codes to steal payment info May 4, 2026
  Scammers are sending fake court text messages with QR codes to U.S. drivers, demanding payment for traffic violations that never occurred across multiple states.
• China blocks Meta AI deal over security concerns May 4, 2026
  China's regulators stopped Meta's reported $2 billion deal to acquire Manus, an AI startup, requiring all parties to withdraw amid a growing U.S.-China tech rivalry.
• United Arab Emirates plans AI-run government within two years May 3, 2026
  The UAE says it plans to deploy agentic AI across 50% of government operations in two years, making one of the most aggressive moves in the global AI race.
• Data broker opt-out steps widows should take in 90 days May 3, 2026
  Grief makes widows prime targets for scammers who exploit obituaries and data broker profiles. Here is how to protect your personal information early on.
• DIY identity protection vs paid services: What works in 2026 May 2, 2026
  The Conduent breach, called the largest in U.S. history by Texas AG Ken Paxton, exposed millions of records. Here's how to protect your identity now.
• JetBlue lawsuit raises airline pricing questions May 2, 2026
  A proposed class action lawsuit claims JetBlue used tracking tools to monitor browsing activity and adjust flight prices without customer consent.
• ADT data breach exposes customer information May 1, 2026
  ADT confirms a new data breach exposing customer names, phone numbers and addresses. The cybercrime group ShinyHunters claims it stole millions of records.
• Fox News AI Newsletter: The AI model that's too dangerous to go public May 1, 2026
  Anthropic built an AI model called Mythos so effective at finding software vulnerabilities that the company decided it is too dangerous for public release.
• Unitree G1 humanoid robot ice skates and Rollerblades May 1, 2026
  Watch Unitree's G1 humanoid robot glide on Rollerblades and ice skates, pulling off spins and flips while staying perfectly balanced in real time.
• Are insurance apps watching you? April 30, 2026
  Insurance apps promise savings but may access your driving, location and health data. Find out how to control permissions and protect your privacy.
• Meta tracks workers to train AI agents April 30, 2026
  Meta is tracking employee mouse clicks, keystrokes and screen habits to train AI models, raising new questions about workplace monitoring and privacy.
• Amtrak data breach exposes millions of customer records April 29, 2026
  A dataset attributed to Amtrak appeared on Have I Been Pwned, reportedly exposing customer emails, names, addresses and support interaction records.
• Waymo teams up with Waze to spot potholes faster April 29, 2026
  Waymo and Waze team up to detect potholes in real time using robotaxi sensors and driver reports, helping cities fix dangerous road damage more quickly.
• Runway-to-Space Challenge brings spaceflight closer April 28, 2026
  A new U.S. competition lets teams fly payloads on a reusable spaceplane, offering rapid access to microgravity and changing how space research works.
• Ameriprise data breach hits 48,000 customers April 28, 2026
  Ameriprise Financial says a data breach exposed personal data of nearly 48,000 people. Learn what happened and the steps you should take to stay safe.
• Fake SSA email alert: Spot this scam fast April 27, 2026
  A dangerous phishing email disguised as a Social Security Administration notice tricks users into downloading malware. Here is how to spot the scam.
• Maryland moves to ban surveillance pricing in grocery stores April 27, 2026
  Maryland will become the first U.S. state to ban surveillance pricing at grocery stores, with the new law set to take effect on October 1, 2026.
• Hospice fraud uses stolen identities for fake patients April 26, 2026
  A $267 million Medi-Cal hospice fraud ring allegedly used stolen personal data from the dark web to bill California for end-of-life care never given.
• You could get paid from Google’s Android data lawsuit April 26, 2026
  A $135 million settlement claims Google's Android system allegedly transferred cellular data in the background without users knowing or consenting.
• How scammers build a profile on you using data brokers April 25, 2026
  Your personal information is on data broker sites for anyone to find. Learn how scammers exploit this data and how to remove yourself from these databases.

Entertainment News

• Dangerous baby-sleep advice given to parents by self-described experts, secret filming reveals May 5, 2026
  The advice puts babies at risk of serious harm, even death, medical professionals have told the BBC.
• Dangerous baby-sleep advice given to parents by self-described experts, secret filming reveals May 5, 2026
  The advice puts babies at risk of serious harm, even death, medical professionals have told the BBC.
• Revise, recall, then rest - your exam season survival guide May 1, 2026
  Teachers and tutors share tips for students to get through exam season.
• What is Ofsted and how does the new school ratings system work? April 30, 2026
  The rating system changed after the death of head Ruth Perry highlighted the pressure of inspections.
• University wins record freedom of speech fine challenge April 29, 2026
  A record fine had been issued by the Office for Students over the university's trans and non-binary inclusion policy.
• 'I can't stop using it' - under-16s have their say on possible social media ban April 22, 2026
  Thirty three children discussed possible limits the government are considering on social media.
• Calls for clarity over schools smartphone ban April 22, 2026
  Minister plan to ban smartphones in English schools, but headteachers and campaigners have called for more direction on how to enforce it.
• Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans April 21, 2026
  Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".
• 'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve April 20, 2026
  Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance.
• New university free speech complaints system to come into force this year April 19, 2026
  Universities could face fines of £500,000 or 2% of their income if they are found to have failed to protect free speech.
• New university free speech complaints system to come into force this year April 19, 2026
  Universities could face fines of £500,000 or 2% of their income if they are found to have failed to protect free speech.
• Things can't go on like this with online safety, Starmer tells tech bosses April 16, 2026
  It comes as the government continues to consult on whether to ban under-16s from social media in the UK.
• The city where primary school places come with a toilet-training guide April 16, 2026
  Teachers say more children are starting school without skills like basic communication and potty training.
• Nine universities start legal action over student loan error row April 15, 2026
  About 22,000 students in England were told they were given loans by mistake and must immediately pay the money back.
• Deep-fried food banned in new plans for school dinners April 13, 2026
  Schools are being told to cut down on sugary desserts, and provide more vegetables and whole grains.
• 22,000 students told to pay back 'mis-sold' maintenance loans April 9, 2026
  Those affected have been told their courses were never eligible for maintenance or childcare loans
• Plan 2 student loan interest rates capped at 6% in England April 7, 2026
  The cap on Plan 2 and postgraduate loan interest rates comes amid a risk of rising inflation.
• Teachers' union warns of 'masculinity crisis brewing' in schools April 4, 2026
  NASUWT's leader said there is a "ticking time bomb" if male pupils cannot be helped with misogyny.

Health News

• 'I went undercover to expose dangerous advice given to parents' May 5, 2026
  Alison Scott-Wright, also known as 'The Magic Sleep Fairy' has appeared on TV giving advice around improving the sleep of babies.
• Should you worry about napping? May 4, 2026
  Dr Aziza explains why napping could be a sign of a bigger issue
• How can you improve your balance? May 4, 2026
  Chris and Xand continue their conversation with physiotherapist and vestibular rehabilitation specialist, Maggie Stacey.
• Calls for Reformer Pilates regulation amid boom May 4, 2026
  Reformer Pilates businesses in the UK rose nearly ten-fold between 2024 and 2025.
• NHS cancer jab could save patients hours in hospital May 3, 2026
  Thousands of patients will be offered a new injectable form of an immunotherapy drug that takes minutes.
• What death doulas can teach us about dying May 2, 2026
  Death doulas or soul midwives have increased in popularity in recent years. What do they do?
• 'I was slowly slipping into insanity because of PMDD' May 1, 2026
  Vicky Pattison talks about trying to get help for pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder.
• 'It's the most normal thing in the world to feel weird' May 1, 2026
  Bryony Gordon talks about her struggles with her mental health.
• The struggle to get hold of medication in England is set to get worse May 1, 2026
  People living with conditions include heart problems, stroke risks, eye infections and bipolar are unable to get hold of the drugs they rely on.
• Martha's Rule helplines get more than 1,700 calls from worried NHS staff May 1, 2026
  The scheme encourages staff and families to seek an urgent second opinion if they fear a patient's condition is worsening.
• Mother and baby mental health unit to go ahead April 30, 2026
  Mike Nesbitt says Northern Ireland's first regional mother and baby unit in should open within the next three years.
• Sophie Raworth: 'I hope I can still run in my 80s' April 30, 2026
  Sophie Raworth talks about the need for exercise as we get older.
• 'Amazing' moment for communities given right to buy for the first time April 30, 2026
  Ministers say the new law in England gives power to local people who want to help others.
• Women can wait years for an endometriosis diagnosis. New tech could change that April 30, 2026
  A new scan technique could spot areas of endometriosis missed by conventional scans, scientists say.
• Women can wait years for an endometriosis diagnosis. New tech could change that April 30, 2026
  A new scan technique could spot areas of endometriosis missed by conventional scans, scientists say.
• Claimants in Johnson & Johnson talcum powder case rise to 7,000 April 29, 2026
  The case, which opened in the High Court on Wednesday, originally involved 3,000 claimants and is set to become the largest product liability case in UK history.
• How to check whether you have bowel cancer April 29, 2026
  What are the main symptoms and causes of bowel cancer, and how can you reduce your risk of getting it?
• Early care scheme could prevent thousands of miscarriages a year April 28, 2026
  Current rules state that three unsuccessful pregnancies are needed to trigger NHS support - but a pilot project could bring about change.
• 11 cancers on the rise in young people - scientists find first clue why it's happening April 28, 2026
  Researchers stress that simple lifestyle changes can still significantly reduce the risk of cancer.
• UK healthy life expectancy falls by two years in past decade April 27, 2026
  Poor housing, obesity and the effects of deprivation have been suggested as underlying cause.

Middle East News

• Strait of Hormuz tensions rise, Finance Minister Smotrich makes explosive comments May 5, 2026
  The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise. 
• Almost half of operational decisions will be done by AI in 2030, IBM reveals - poll May 5, 2026
  CEOs expect AI to handle 48% of operational decisions autonomously, primarily in areas with clear, established rules and procedures.
• Fire breaks out at former London synagogue in latest attack against UK Jews May 5, 2026
  Police are investigating the incident's connections with a spate of other attacks against the UK's Jewish and Israeli communities.
• Iran feeling confident in attacking after month of shaky ceasefire - analysis May 5, 2026
  The UAE intercepted numerous missiles and drones on Monday, and a key oil port in the UAE was attacked. CNN reported that the UAE used an Israeli air defense system in this recent round of attacks.
• Is Iran’s regime losing control? Khamenei rumors fuel command crisis, expert says May 5, 2026
  Amid rumors over Mojtaba Khamenei’s condition, Iran expert Dr. Thamar Eilam Gindin said opposition efforts should cooperate with Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi to mobilize Iranians.
• CSIS: 2025 saw Canadian intelligence intervene in seven violent threats motivated by Gaza war May 5, 2026
  CSIS said the threat of religiously motivated violent extremism in Canada had been "particularly worrying," with the problem exacerbated by ISIS operations, the October 7 War, and radicalization.
• MK Eitan Ginzburg quits Blue and White in another blow to Gantz's party May 5, 2026
  The move marks another blow to Gantz’s party after a series of departures by lawmakers who are now members of the Yashar! party led by Gadi Eisenkot, once Gantz’s second in command.
• EU plans €6M program to support Palestinian victims of extremist settler violence May 5, 2026
  Attacks by extremist Jewish settlers against both Palestinians and Israeli security forces in the West Bank rose by 27% in 2025, according to figures presented by the IDF in January. 
• IDF kills two fleeing terrorists with drone in southern Lebanon May 5, 2026
  According to the IDF, the two terrorists had been armed and operating near IDF troops when they were identified. They attempted to escape on a motorcycle, but the IDF's drone caught up.
• Smart Shooter: Stepping in to close the gap against Hezbollah's fiber-optic drones May 5, 2026
  As Hezbollah deploys maneuverable, jam‑proof drones, Israeli companies like Smart Shooter are scrambling to adapt and turning soldiers into precision drone interceptors.
• Israel honors children killed in Iranian unrest, Druze children killed by Hezbollah, with new mural May 5, 2026
  The installation centers on Druze children in green, representing 12 children killed by a Hezbollah rocket on July 27, 2024, in Majdal Shams while playing football, facing Iranian children in red.
• Trump torn on Iran war plan after attacks on US ships in Strait of Hormuz - WSJ May 5, 2026
  According to US officials, Trump prefers to negotiate with Iran in order to end its nuclear ambitions, rather than begin a new round of bombing.
• Finding yourself in the quiet: A stay at Cyprus's Anassa resort - review May 5, 2026
  At the Anassa resort, 50 minutes from Paphos airport and, spiritually speaking, several worlds away, you can find peace and quiet after months of chaos and war.
• Smotrich: Government with Mansour Abbas would 'obviously' be worse than October 7 massacre May 5, 2026
  According to Smotrich, while the massacre was a tragic and hard-to-digest event, the intentional aspect of a political partnership with an Arab party represents a greater danger in his view.
• Judge 'disturbed' over treatment of Trump gala shooting suspect May 5, 2026
  Allen's lawyers raised concerns that he was placed on suicide watch despite showing no suicidal tendencies during a health evaluation and was housed in a padded cell for 23 hours a day.
• Police complete investigation into Petah Tikva stabbing, 19 minors arrested May 5, 2026
  The investigation concluded after a two-week manhunt, during which police apprehended all individuals believed to have been involved in the violent altercation.
• Over 20 people taken to hospital during Mt. Meron Lag Ba'omer celebration - report May 5, 2026
  Among the injured was a 50-year-old man in moderate condition who had suffered a head injury. The remaining 22 were in light condition, suffering from weakness, fainting, and light bruising.
• US sinks Iranian small boats, shoots down missiles, drones as reopening of Strait underway May 5, 2026
  US President Donald Trump launched Operation Project Freedom on Monday in an attempt to gain control of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway in the region.
• Iran's nuclear weapon timeline barely set back despite US-Israeli strikes, sources say May 5, 2026
  The timeline for Iran to build a nuclear weapon has not changed since last summer, indicating that impeding Tehran's nuclear program may require destroying its stockpile of highly enriched uranium.
• Senior IDF official: No change in home front rules despite Iran attack on UAE, Oman May 4, 2026
  "Our air defense systems and attack capabilities are prepared at a high level which is something which has not changed since the ceasefire decision," the IDF official said.

BBC News

• US strikes Iranian fast boats as Iran attacks UAE oil facility
  Shipping company Maersk says one of its US-flagged commercial vessels has successfully exited the Strait of Hormuz under US military protection.
• Israeli attacks kill dozens within days in Lebanon despite ceasefire
  The health ministry says 110 people have been killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon since Thursday.
• Some Iranians fear the regime is now more entrenched - and ready for revenge
  Ordinary Iranians tell of worry about increased repression by authorities after the war is over.
• Thirteen killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, health ministry says
  Four women and a child are among the dead, as fighting between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah continues despite a ceasefire.
• Israeli police arrest man after nun attacked in Jerusalem
  The French nun was pushed over and kicked in the apparently unprovoked assault, amid a rise in harassment of Christians in the city by Jewish extremists.
• Israel releases all but two activists in Greece after intercepting Gaza aid flotilla
  The Global Sumud Flotilla denounced the interception as "piracy", while Israel's foreign ministry called the flotilla a "PR stunt".
• British couple jailed in Iran: 'We're likely to be here for a long time'
  Lindsay and Craig Foreman are facing the reality of a 10-year prison sentence following their arrest in Iran while on a motorcycle tour last year.
• Why and how is US blockading Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz?
  Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?
• Syria trial seen as first step on long road for Assad's victims
  There were highly charged scenes as former senior regime official, Atef Najib, appeared before a Damascus court.
• Israeli 'double-tap' strike kills three rescue workers in Lebanon, officials say
  They are among nine people killed in successive attacks on Tuesday, which Israel's military says targeted a Hezbollah commander.
• Watch: There's a ceasefire in Lebanon - but the fighting hasn't stopped
  Israel and Hezbollah are still fighting in Lebanon despite a US-brokered ceasefire that began 12 days ago.
• United Arab Emirates to quit oil cartel Opec
  The UAE's decision, after nearly 60 years of membership, is seen as a potential death knell for the oil cartel.
• Former US officials criticise Pentagon silence on deadly Iran school attack
  In the two months since the deadly strike, the US defence department has said only that the incident is under investigation.
• Faisal Islam: Why the UAE's exit from Opec is a big deal
  It will have little effect on the current oil blockades, but it could change everything afterwards.
• Did Trump save eight Iranian women from execution?
  The US president says he saved eight Iranian women from execution, but Iran says otherwise.
• Hope in Gaza as 300 couples get married at one time
  The 300 couples were selected in a draw of nearly 2,000 people to be a part of the joint celebration.
• Who is making decisions in Iran?
  Iran's new supreme leader is supposed to have the final say, but in practice the picture is far murkier.
• Masked Iranian forces seized ships in staged video
  IRGC Naval Command said both a Greek-owned vessel called the Epaminondas and the Panama-flagged MSC Francesca had been seized.
• What we know about the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
  A 10-day truce between the two countries has been extended by three weeks after talks in Washington.
• Couple discovers Lebanon home destroyed by Israel from satellite image
  Joe Elias contacted BBC Verify following reports that his village was among several destroyed by Israeli forces.

Financial News

• HSBC profits hit by $400mn ‘fraud-related’ exposure May 5, 2026
  Loss came via Apollo lending to collapsed mortgage lender MFS
• UniCredit’s investments in other banks help lender to record profit May 5, 2026
  Italian group pressing ahead with €35bn bid for Germany’s Commerzbank
• Reeves clashed with Bessent over Iran war criticism May 5, 2026
  Dispute between UK chancellor and US Treasury secretary underscores allies’ diverging stances on the conflict
• Consumers face more pain as companies threaten price rises May 5, 2026
  Executives warn that a prolonged energy shock would increase pressure to pass on costs to customers
• Welcome to the Great Hunkering Down May 5, 2026
  Why aren’t more people quitting their jobs?
• How Germany’s Merz torpedoed his plan to contain Trump May 5, 2026
  Swipe at US president appears to wipe out year-long effort to establish rapport
• Deutsche Bank denies training bankers to manipulate markets May 5, 2026
  Former commodities trader’s £12mn lawsuit alleges German lender breached a ‘duty of care’
• LVMH goes from buyer to seller as luxury’s winter drags on May 5, 2026
  LVMH is exploring sales of brands including Marc Jacobs and Fenty in one of the biggest pullbacks in its history
• Iran claims control of strait after clashes test ceasefire May 5, 2026
  Oil holds on to gains after renewed military strikes threaten month-long truce
• Citigroup sets new rewards structure for banking and wealth referrals May 4, 2026
  Employees will be paid directly for generating business instead of sharing revenue between the group’s units
• OpenAI president defends motives in for-profit restructuring as he reveals $30bn stake May 4, 2026
  Lawsuit brought by Elon Musk accuses start-up’s executives of selling out charitable mission for personal gain
• Peter Thiel backs $1bn ocean data centre start-up powered by waves May 4, 2026
  US tech billionaire leads $140mn investment into Panthalassa as search for AI power pushes into exotic new frontiers

Business News

Economic News

• Tell Us What the Resumption of Student Loan Payments Means For You
  Student loan payments are scheduled to begin again this October after a pause of more than three years. Because of a Supreme Court decision last month, these payments will resume without a forgiveness plan from the Biden administration that would have wiped out up to $20,000 from some borrowers’ balances.  We want to know more […]
• Congress And Biden Are Playing With Fire In The Debt Ceiling Standoff
  Welcome to FiveThirtyEight’s politics chat. The transcript below has been lightly edited. nrakich (Nathaniel Rakich, senior elections analyst): Could an economic cataclysm be just a few weeks away? Experts are warning that could indeed happen if the U.S. doesn’t raise the debt ceiling, the statutory limit on how much money the federal government can borrow […]
• Why An Aging Population Might Not Doom The American Economy
  The American economy is booming and robust. Just look at the chart below, which shows that the overall unemployment rate — the share of people within the labor force who are without work but are looking for it — is lower than it’s been in more than 50 years: But wait! Americans just don’t want […]
• The Fed’s Fight Against Inflation Could Cost Black Workers The Most
  When the world grinded to a halt back in March 2020, one of the most tried and true rules of the U.S. economy once again reared its ugly head: When the economy goes into crisis, Black workers are disproportionately harmed — and are often the first to be affected. Unemployment spiked for everyone in April […]
• What Does the Silicon Valley Bank Collapse Mean For The Economy?
  Welcome to FiveThirtyEight’s politics chat. The transcript below has been lightly edited. amelia.td (Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux, senior reporter): On Friday, financial regulators announced that they were taking control of Silicon Valley Bank, signaling the largest bank collapse since the global financial crisis of 2008. California regulators closed the bank and put the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation […]
• Why Is 2 Percent The Federal Reserve’s Magic Number For Inflation?
  Transcript Santul Nerkar: Inflation in America is high. You’ve probably noticed when you’ve gone to the grocery store or gas station. But ordinary Americans aren’t the only ones unhappy with our current 6 percent inflation rate. The Federal Reserve isn’t thrilled, either. The number that the Fed would like to see — its target inflation […]
• The Fed’s Inflation Goal Is Completely Arbitrary
  Over the past 18 months, inflation has dominated our understanding of the pandemic economy. Americans have endured the highest yearly price increases in four decades, from soup to nuts — literally. Even now, as experts and forecasters worry that the economy might dip into recession, observers also remain dismayed about the relative stickiness of inflation. […]
• The Perks Workers Want Also Make Them More Productive
  Three years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, remote and hybrid work are as popular as ever. Only 6 percent of employees able to do their jobs remotely want to return to the office full time, according to a Gallup survey published in August. The vast majority of “remote-capable” workers want to spend at […]
• Are We Headed For A Recession Or Not?
  Inflation isn’t under control, and we’re heading for a recession. Except, wait: The latest jobs report indicates that the labor market is healthier than it’s been in years. So maybe we’re heading for the fabled “soft landing” as the Federal Reserve tries to curb inflation. Except, wait: That jobs report was too good, which means […]
• Which Republicans Could Vote For A Debt Ceiling Increase?
  Nothing is certain in this life, but the United States will definitely need to raise its debt ceiling later this year to avoid a potentially calamitous debt default. On one side, President Biden and Democrats want a “clean” debt limit increase, while Republicans want future decreases in spending included in any deal. To avoid a […]
• Why So Many States Want to Ban China From Owning Farmland
  The spy balloon spotted over Montana wasn’t the first recent incident to spark fears about national security and espionage in the U.S. Only a few years ago, a Chinese billionaire named Sun Guangxin planned to build a wind farm on part of 140,000 acres his company had amassed in southwest Texas, near Laughlin Air Force […]
• How This Debt Ceiling Debate Could End
  Political battles in Washington sometimes feature the hallmarks of a bad sequel that uses the same narrative threads as its predecessor — just with less verve and imagination. In 2023, it’s taking the form of another round of drama over the debt ceiling. Congressional Republicans say they won’t back a debt ceiling hike without spending […]
• Who Americans Usually Blame After Showdowns Over Federal Spending
  Playing chicken with the national economy is not unusual for Congress and the president. There was the time that former President Donald Trump ground the government to a halt because he wanted money for his border wall. Oh, and the time that tea party Republicans threatened to send the U.S. into debt default if Congress […]
• Rents Are Still Higher Than Before The Pandemic — And Assistance Programs Are Drying Up
  Cleveland is one of the poorest cities in the country. It’s far from the expensive coastal cities like New York City and San Francisco, where astronomically high rents are common. Cleveland doesn’t fit the stereotype of a city people want to move to; in fact, it has been losing population since the 1950s. But since […]
• The Numbers That Defined 2022
  What a year 2022 has been. There was so … much … news. We saw record-high inflation, war in Ukraine, a landmark Supreme Court session, continuing effects of the pandemic, the Winter Olympics, the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the World Cup and, of course, the midterms. In typical FiveThirtyEight fashion, we’ve been reflecting on […]
• The U.S. Poverty Rate Hit A Record Low — But Don’t Expect It To Stay That Way
  This video is part of our series “The Numbers That Defined 2022.” Transcript One of the most important numbers of the year that you might not have heard of is 7.8 percent. That’s the share of Americans who were living in poverty in 2021, according to the most recent supplemental poverty rate, which was released […]
• Americans Generally Support Unions — And Averting A Rail Strike
  When President Biden signed a bill to prevent a rail-worker strike this past Friday, it was only the latest in a series of union actions that have gotten national attention in the past few years. Starbucks and Amazon workers are trying to unionize around the country. Nationwide, 78,000 workers went on strike in the first […]
• Biden Is Very Unpopular. It May Not Tell Us Much About The Midterms.
  This week, a Siena College/New York Times poll showed President Biden with just a 33 percent approval rating, a result so poor that it touched off speculation — including from yours truly — about whether he would even run again in 2024. The Siena/New York Times number is on the low end of the polling […]
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