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Thomas Massie Loses Kentucky Primary to Trump-Backed Challenger

Ed Gallrein, a former Navy SEAL backed by the president and pro-Israel groups, defeated the eight-term congressman in what became the most expensive House primary in history.

May 19, 2026

Security Guard Killed at San Diego Mosque Saved Up to 140 Children

Amin Abdullah died after engaging two gunmen in a prolonged shootout, giving time for the mosque's school to lock down.

May 19, 2026

Biotech Company Hatches Chickens in Artificial Eggs Built for Extinct Birds

Colossal Biosciences announced Tuesday that more than two dozen chicks have been born from 3D-printed plastic eggs, a step toward reviving the dodo and giant moa.

May 19, 2026

London Police Seek Charges Against 57 People Over Grenfell Tower Fire

The Metropolitan Police plans to submit evidence files to prosecutors by September, but a final decision on charges may not come until June 2027.

May 19, 2026

WHO Warns Ebola Outbreak in Congo Spreading Faster Than Thought

At least 513 suspected cases and 131 suspected deaths have been recorded, and modelling suggests the true number may already exceed 1,000.

May 19, 2026

Iran Warns of New Fronts as U.S. Holds Off Attack Pending Deal

Trump ordered the military to stay ready for a full-scale assault after Gulf leaders asked him to pause a planned strike scheduled for Tuesday.

May 19, 2026

Trump Says He Canceled Iran Attack Tuesday After Gulf State Leaders Intervened

A New York Times poll published the same day found 64% of voters believe going to war with Iran was the wrong decision.

May 18, 2026

American Doctor Tests Positive for Ebola in Congo, Moved to Germany for Care

The CDC has activated its Emergency Operations Center and is preparing to restrict entry for travelers from parts of central Africa.

May 18, 2026

New York Judge Rules Gun and Notebook Admissible in Mangione Murder Trial

The judge suppressed several other items found in the backpack, including a cellphone, passport, and wallet, ruling the initial search was warrantless and improper.

May 18, 2026

Trump Announces $1.7 Billion Fund to Compensate Alleged Government Targeting Victims

The fund, controlled by a five-member commission appointed by the attorney general, will stop accepting claims in December 2028.

May 18, 2026

Pope Leo XIV to Launch AI Encyclical on May 25 With Anthropic Co-Founder Present

The document, titled Magnifica Humanitas, was signed May 15 and addresses human dignity in the age of artificial intelligence.

May 18, 2026

Israeli Navy Boards Gaza-Bound Flotilla of 54 Boats in International Waters

Pro-Palestinian activists say Israeli commandos intercepted at least 10 vessels roughly 250 nautical miles from Gaza, with contact lost to 23 more.

May 18, 2026