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First Personalized CRISPR Treatment Gives Baby New Lease on Life
In World First, Baby Receives Personalized CRISPR Gene-Editing Treatment A CRISPR treatment seems to have been effective for a baby’s devastating disease, but it is not clear whether such bespoke therapies can be widely applied By Heidi Ledford & Nature magazine KJ Muldoon, a baby born with a genetic disease that affected his ability to…
Sun, Sand, and 60% Off? J.Crew Outlet’s Serving Summer Looks for Less
Vacation dresses, swimsuits, and warm-weather staples are all on sale—plus an extra 20% off $125+. Our writers and editors independently determine what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, E! may earn a commission. Learn more. If your summer wardrobe is feeling a little “meh,” J.Crew Outlet just dropped the cure: a sizzling…
Mexican woman charged in US with supplying arms to ‘terrorist’ drug cartel
María Del Rosario Navarro, 39, accused of conspiring to provide material support to Jalisco New Generation cartel A 39-year-old woman has become the first Mexican national to be indicted in the United States on charges of providing material support to a cartel designated as a foreign terrorist organization, according to the US Department of Justice.…
Loneliness Is Inflaming Our Bodies—And Our Politics
Opinion Loneliness Is Inflaming Our Bodies—And Our Politics Medical research shows that social isolation is a serious chronic stressor. You can say something similar about its impact on our political system By Kim Samuel Hannah Arendt has been on my mind a lot lately. The 20th-century German-Jewish political philosopher escaped the Nazi Holocaust, and won…
Travis Kelce Makes Cheeky Taylor Swift Remark at Auction
Travis Kelce proved he’s his girlfriend Taylor Swift’s biggest fan as he had a playful response to a personal item she donated to his best friend and teammate Patrick Mahomes’ charity. Travis Kelce doesn’t have a blank space for Taylor Swift memorabilia. That’s because he already owns it. The Kanas City Chiefs tight end supported…
Nearly 100 people killed in Israeli attack on north Gaza, rescuers say
Nearly 100 people, including children, have been killed in a large-scale Israeli ground, air and sea attack launched early Friday in north Gaza, the Hamas-run civil defence and residents have said. The civil defence said at least nine homes and tents housing civilians had been bombed overnight and it had received dozens of calls from…
Is Britain really inching back towards the EU?
Listen to Damian read this article On a warm morning earlier this month, a group of Metropolitan Police diplomatic protection officers sat in an anteroom off the ornate entrance hall in London’s Lancaster House, sipping tea and nibbling chocolate biscuits, while upstairs a core group of European politicians discussed the future of European cooperation. It…
Too Hot in Bed? Shop 10 Cooling Bedding Must-Haves
Hot sleepers, it’s time to chill out. Discover your new favorite cool-down essentials from Slumber Cloud, Bare Home, and more. The products featured in this article are from brands available in NBCUniversal Checkout. E! makes a commission on purchases. Temperature regulation could be one of the reasons you’re having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, and getting…
Guyana soldiers attacked three times in 24 hours amid tensions with Venezuela
Countries dispute ownership of Essequibo, oil-rich region where Venezuela claims it will hold elections this month Guyanese soldiers have come under attack three times in 24 hours in an oil-rich border region also claimed by neighboring Venezuela, which says it will hold elections there this month. Armed men in civilian clothing carried out three separate…
Lana Condor’s Target Picks Will Instantly Upgrade Your Summer
Lana Condor shares her favorite affordable Target finds for summer. From statement beach towels to her go-to maxi dress, these picks make seasonal upgrades feel playful and on-trend. We interviewed Lana Condor because we think you’ll like her picks. Lana is a paid spokesperson for Target. Our writers and editors independently determine what we cover and…
MPs to debate assisted dying bill again after major changes
MPs will debate a bill to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales for the first time since significant changes were made to it. The bill passed the first stage of the Commons last November – but since then the details have been pored over and dozens of amendments added by both sides. A vote…
Dick’s Sporting Goods is buying Foot Locker for $2.4 billion
Alina Selyukh Athletic retailer Dick’s Sporting Goods plans to buy Foot Locker, the seller of shoes in many a shopping mall, for about $2.4 billion. Dick’s is the largest sports retail chain in the U.S. It’s been on strong financial footing, but it doesn’t have reach outside the country. Foot Locker, for its part, has…
Judge dismisses trespassing charges against people crossing US-Mexico border
New Mexico judge rules immigrants did not know they were entering US military zone, marking setback for Trump A federal judge in New Mexico on Thursday dismissed trespassing charges against dozens of immigrants caught in a new military zone on the US-Mexico border, marking a setback for Trump administration efforts to raise penalties for unlawful…
Liver King: What to Know About the Man Who Ate Raw Meat for Years
“Liver King” Brian Johnson—the subject of the Netflix documentary Untold: The Liver King—spent years living on a raw meat diet consisting of beef livers and testicles. Find out where he is now. The Liver King is no longer living on just meat. Brian Johnson, a fitness influencer who spent years promoting an “ancestral lifestyle” consisting…
‘Supersonic’ Planes Could Make a Comeback in the U.S. after Decades-Long Ban
Lawmakers Push to Legalize Emissions-Heavy ‘Supersonic’ Planes A bill to repeal the ban on supersonic flights over the U.S. could increase the demand for the gas-guzzling jets from around a dozen to as many as 240 By Corbin Hiar & E&E News The Concorde, seen above as it is returned to the Intrepid Museum last…
UK economy is growing more than expected – how optimistic should you be?
The UK economy grew by 0.7% at the start of this year. This was better than expected, but this level of growth is not predicted to last. The numbers matter because a higher growth rate usually means people are getting paid a little bit more, can spend more and more jobs are created. Before the…
Summer House Merch That’ll Help You “Send It” All Season Long
Get ready to send it with these Summer House-themed crewnecks, tote bags, and more. The products featured in this article are from brands available in NBCUniversal Checkout. E! makes a commission on purchases. There’s no better way to get in the mood for summer than by watching the latest season of Bravo’s hit show Summer House.…
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy arrives in Turkey for talks with Russia, without Putin
By Joanna Kakissis , Charles Maynes KYIV and MOSCOW — Hopes for substantive talks in Istanbul between Russia and Ukraine faded on Thursday, after days of intense speculation that Russian President Vladimir Putin and perhaps even President Trump would attend. Only one leader — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy — showed up in Turkey. He last…
Mexican beauty influencer shot dead during TikTok live stream
Death of Valeria Márquez, 23, being investigated as femicide, says Jalisco state prosecutor A young Mexican social media influencer, known for her videos about beauty and makeup, was brazenly shot to death during a TikTok live stream, in an incident that sent shock waves through a country that faces high levels of gender-based violence. The…
Trump’s Budget Cuts Would Sabotage NASA’s Plans to Find Alien Life
Opinion Federal Budget Cuts Would Sabotage NASA’s Plans to Find Alien Life By Michael L. Wong An artist’s illustration of a potentially habitable exoplanet orbiting a red dwarf star. We’ve never been so close to discovering life beyond Earth. Our generation could be the one that finds it—provided two essential ingredients exist. First, that there’s…
Dozens are killed in overnight airstrikes on southern Gaza city, hospital says
By The Associated Press KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip — Multiple airstrikes hit Gaza’s southern city of Khan Younis overnight into Thursday, killing more than 50 people in a second consecutive night of heavy bombing. The strikes come as U.S. President Donald Trump visits the Middle East, visiting Gulf states but not Israel. There had been…
Reeves says UK ‘beginning to turn corner’ as growth beats forecasts
The UK economy is “beginning to turn a corner”, the chancellor has said, after it grew by more than expected in the first three months of the year. Rachel Reeves told the BBC the 0.7% growth in the January-to-March period was “very encouraging”. It was stronger than the 0.6% that analysts had forecast, and was…
Trump USDA Restores Climate Information for Farmers after Lawsuit
USDA Reverses Course and Restores Climate Information for Farmers Facing a lawsuit, the Department of Agriculture says it will restore climate-related websites that the agency erased after President Donald Trump took office By Lesley Clark & E&E News Harvesting soybeans in Jarrettsville, Maryland. Join Our Community of Science Lovers! CLIMATEWIRE | The Trump administration has…
Major Canada wildfire kills two and forces 1,000 people to evacuate homes
Manitoba experiences unusually hot conditions after authorities warned this fire season could be devastating A major wildfire burning in central Canada has killed two people and forced 1,000 more to evacuate their homes, kicking off a fire season authorities warn could prove devastating. Canadian federal police confirmed on Wednesday that two people died in the…
Construction sites appear in Gaza ahead of Israeli-US aid plan rejected by UN, images show
Israel is preparing a series of sites in Gaza that could be used as distribution centres for humanitarian aid in a controversial new plan, satellite images show. The Israeli government suspended food and medicine deliveries into Gaza in March. Ministers said the move, which has been condemned by UN, European and Middle Eastern leaders, was…
The Influencer-Approved Eyeshadow Hack That Works for All Eyelids
Beauty and lifestyle influencer Kat James shares her eyeshadow tips and tricks for all ages. Plus, shop affordable makeup picks starting at $6. The products featured in this article are from brands available in NBCUniversal Checkout. E! makes a commission on purchases. In case you haven’t heard, eyeshadow has made a major comeback in 2025. However,…
Halle Bailey Requests Sole Custody of Son After DDG’s Alleged Attacks
Halle Bailey was granted sole physical and legal custody of her and ex DDG’s son Halo until June 4 after filing for a restraining order against the rapper, according to docs obtained by E! News. Warning: This story discusses allegations of domestic violence and emotional abuse. Halle Bailey has taken steps to protect her son…
Putin not on Kremlin list of officials attending Ukraine peace talks in Turkey
Russian President Vladimir Putin is not among the names listed by the Kremlin as due to attend peace talks on the war in Ukraine in Istanbul on Thursday, despite calls from Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky for him to attend. Russia’s delegation will instead be headed by presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky, according to the Kremlin statement. Zelensky…
Strange Formations on Venus Hint at Ongoing Geological Activity
By Elise Cutts edited by Lee Billings “Venus works differently than the Earth but not as different as what was originally assumed,” says the study’s co-lead author Anna Gülcher of the University of Bern in Switzerland. “We should think of tectonics as not just a black-and-white picture.” If you’re enjoying this article, consider supporting our…
Canadian PM criticises UK invitation to Trump for second state visit
Mark Carney says Canadians ‘not very impressed’ after Keir Starmer delivered invitation to US president in February Canada’s prime minister, Mark Carney, has criticised Britain’s invitation to Donald Trump for a second state visit, saying it undermined his government’s effort to project a united front against the US president’s talk of annexing Canada. Since taking…
Lineker apologises for sharing ‘offensive’ Zionism post with rat image
“On Instagram I reposted material which I have since learned contained offensive references,” he said in a statement. “I very much regret these references. “I would never knowingly share anything antisemitic. It goes against everything I believe in.” The Match of the Day presenter said he deleted the post “as soon as I became aware…
Migraine Drug Ubrogepant Tackles Debilitating Early Symptoms
Migraine Drug Ubrogepant Tackles Debilitating Early Symptoms Results from a phase 3 clinical trial suggest that taking ubrogepant at the first sign of an oncoming migraine can prevent preheadache fatigue and light sensitivity By Fred Schwaller & Nature magazine Migraine symptoms that appear long before a headache can include fatigue, light sensitivity, neck pain and…
Why Jamie Lee Curtis Regrets Getting Plastic Surgery at 25
Jamie Lee Curtis detailed what led to her decision to get plastic surgery at the age of 25 after filming the movie Perfect in 1985. Jamie Lee Curtis isn’t claiming to be perfect. The Freaky Friday actress detailed how a comment made by a cinematographer on the set of her 1985 film Perfect costarring John Travolta pushed her to…
Carney names new foreign minister in Canada cabinet shake-up
PM, who led Liberals to re-election, replaces Mélanie Joly – who becomes industry minister – with Anita Anand Mark Carney, the prime minister of Canada, has announced a major cabinet shake-up, including a new foreign minister, as he shapes a newly re-elected Liberal government. Carney, who replaced Justin Trudeau earlier this year and won the…
How to Build a ‘Black Hole Bomb’
Physicists Build a ‘Black Hole Bomb’ in the Laboratory Astronomical amounts of energy could be extracted from black holes—to build a gigantic bomb, for example. Experts have now implemented this principle in the laboratory By Manon Bischoff edited by Lee Billings An artist’s rendition of a black hole surrounded by a glowing accretion disc of…
El Chapo’s family enters US as part of negotiating plea deal of drug lord’s son
Mexico says 17 relatives traveled for Ovidio Guzmán, who was extradited to US in 2023 to face narcotics charges Relatives of Ovidio Guzmán, a son of Sinaloa cartel co-founder Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, have gone to the United States as part of his negotiations with US authorities, according to Mexico’s security minister. Ovidio Guzmán, known…
GPs in England split over assisted dying plans, BBC research suggests
Family doctors in England are deeply divided on the issue of assisted dying, BBC research on plans to legalise the practice suggests. The findings give a unique insight into how strongly many GPs feel about the proposed new law – and highlight how personal beliefs and experiences are shaping doctors’ views on the issue. BBC…
Hurricanes, Wildfires and Other Disasters Displaced a Record 46 Million People Last Year
Disasters Displaced a Record 46 Million People Last Year In 2024 disasters displaced a record number of people both globally and in the U.S. About 11 million U.S. residents had to relocate to another part of the country because of hurricanes, floods and wildfires By Chelsea Harvey & E&E News Aerial view of destroyed houses…
José ‘Pepe’ Mujica, former guerrilla and ex-president of Uruguay, dies aged 89
In a final interview, Mujica said: ‘We are too focused on wealth and not on happiness … Before you know it, life has passed you by’ Uruguay’s former president José Mujica, a onetime Marxist guerrilla and flower farmer whose radical brand of democracy, plain-spoken philosophy and simple lifestyle fascinated people around the world, has died.…
The Best Self-Tan for Beginners, Tested & Ranked by a Beauty Expert
These popular sunless tanning options from Dolce Glow, Sunnee Bae Skin, and more didn’t disappoint, but the beginner-friendly winner is clear (and Miley Cyrus-approved). The products featured in this article are from brands available in NBCUniversal Checkout. E! makes a commission on purchases. Thanks to self-tan, you can achieve a bronzy summer glow all year round…
Rapper Tory Lanez is hospitalized after being stabbed in a California prison
By Rachel Treisman Tory Lanez was hospitalized on Monday after being stabbed at the California prison where he is serving 10 years for shooting fellow musician Megan Thee Stallion. The Canadian rapper, whose legal name is Daystar Peterson, is in fair condition after he was allegedly attacked by another inmate at a housing unit at…
Cassie Ventura Graphically Details Bodily Fluids in Diddy Freak Off
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ former girlfriend Cassie Ventura testified during his federal trial May 13 that the music mogul “expected” her to participate in his sexual “freak off” parties during her period. Content warning: This article details alleged sexual acts which some may find graphic. Cassie Ventura is sharing insight into ex Sean “Diddy” Combs’ parties…
Trump plans to lift Syria sanctions and touts $142bn arms deal on Saudi visit
US President Donald Trump has said the US has “no stronger partner” than Saudi Arabia during his first major foreign trip – a whirlwind visit of Gulf countries mainly focused on shoring up investment. Day one of the tour saw the two sides announce a $142bn (£107bn) arms deal, as well as other investments that…
Six killed in Tripoli clashes after killing of militia leader
Abdel Ghani al-Kikli, known as Gheniwa, had recently been involved in disputes with rival armed groups The killing of the head of one of Libya’s most powerful militias, which has been accused of abusing asylum seekers and faced allegations of crimes against humanity, has triggered armed clashes in Tripoli, resulting in at least six deaths.…
Man jailed for 1986 murder acquitted after 38 years in prison
A man who has served almost 38 years in prison for the murder of a woman has had his conviction quashed by the Court of Appeal after new DNA evidence emerged. Peter Sullivan was jailed over the 1986 killing of 21-year-old barmaid Diane Sindall, who was subjected to a frenzied sexual attack in Birkenhead, Merseyside,…
Adam Levine Hilariously Shades Blake Shelton’s Return to The Voice
Adam Levine has a simple message for Blake Shelton. The Maroon 5 frontman hilariously reacted to news that his BFF and former costar will be returning to The Voice to perform during the NBC singing competition series’ upcoming season 27 finale on May 20. “Boo!” Adam exclusively told E! News backstage May 12. “You hear…
Canada’s Liberals inch toward majority, but one vote could decide key contest
Quebec recount awarded seat to Liberal challenger by one vote, but a missing ballot could throw contest into disarray Canada’s Liberal party has inched closer to a majority government after a judicial recount found the party had won an electoral district by just a single vote. But a voter has also claimed her ballot wasn’t…
Brazil’s president seeks ‘indestructible’ links with China amid Trump trade war
Remark comes as Brazil, Colombia and Chile’s leaders fly to Beijing amid international uncertainty generated by Trump The Brazilian president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has heralded his desire to build “indestructible” relations with China, as the leaders of three of Latin America’s biggest economies flew to Beijing against the backdrop of Donald Trump’s trade…
M&S says customer data stolen in cyber attack
Marks & Spencer has revealed that some personal customer data has been stolen in the recent cyber attack, which could include contact details and dates of birth. The High Street giant said the personal information taken could also include online order histories, but added the data theft did not include useable payment or card details,…
Barack Obama Shares Rare Pic of Michelle Obama With Sasha & Malia
In honor of Mother’s Day, Barack Obama shared an adorable photo of his wife Michelle Obama and their daughters Malia Obama and Sasha Obama. Barack Obama gets the vote for most adorable Mother’s Day tribute. The former president celebrated his wife of 33 years Michelle Obama for the special holiday by sharing a rare photo…
U.K. Funds Geoengineering Experiments as Global Controversy Grows
U.K. Funds Geoengineering Experiments as Global Controversy Grows Critics say U.K. investment in research on climate-cooling interventions, such as refreezing sea ice and brightening clouds, distracts from the need to cut planet-warming emissions By Chelsea Harvey & E&E News An aerial view of an ice floe near the CCGS Amundsen, a Canadian research ice-breaker navigating…
Chris Mason: Starmer’s robust language nods to immigration failures
It is perhaps little wonder immigration is as politically charged an issue as it is, when you consider two things. Firstly, as I wrote here, the numbers point to it being the stand-out UK social and demographic change of the 21st century. And secondly, it is also one of the biggest and most transparent political…
Episcopal church says it won’t help resettle white South Africans granted refugee status
Church refuses White House directive, citing longstanding ‘commitment to racial justice and reconciliation’ The Episcopal church’s migration service is refusing a directive from the federal government to help resettle white South Africans granted refugee status, citing the church’s longstanding “commitment to racial justice and reconciliation”. Presiding bishop Sean Rowe announced the step on Monday, shortly…
Anthropologie Summer Sale: Shop Dresses and More Starting at Just $10
Our writers and editors independently determine what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, E! may earn a commission. Learn more. If temperatures are heating up but your closet is still full of sweaters, boots and coats, it’s time for a wardrobe upgrade. Summer is already here at Anthropologie with a sale that’s…
Texas Lottery faces scrutiny amid jackpot controversies and leadership shakeup
From The Texas Newsroom By Lucio Vasquez ROSENBERG, TEXAS – At Lucky Rudy’s, a convenience store outside of Houston, 30-year-old Eli Sierra holds up a fresh scratch-off. Buying lottery and scratch-off tickets has been a simple tradition he shares with his wife — a little spark of excitement, not a serious investment. “I’ll go buy…
Police probe possible links to two other blazes after Starmer house fire
The Metropolitan Police say they are investigating whether two other incidents are connected to Monday’s fire at Sir Keir Starmer’s private home in north London. Emergency services were called to the Kentish Town property in the early hours of Monday, and counter terrorism police are investigating the cause. There was damage to the property’s entrance…
First group of white South Africans arrive in US after Trump grants refugee status
Trump stirs controversy by calling Afrikaners, minority descended from Dutch colonists, victims of a ‘genocide’ The first group of white South Africans granted refugee status by Donald Trump’s administration has arrived in the US, stirring controversy in South Africa as the US president declared the Afrikaners victims of a “genocide”. The Afrikaners, a minority descended…
Race to lead D.C. lawyers’ association grows heated amid attacks on law firms
Carrie Johnson Election season is under way in Washington and the candidates are not holding anything back. The race to lead the nonprofit D.C. Bar Association is taking place at a precarious moment in national politics—and that’s reflected in the rhetoric on the campaign trail. “I’ve been a member of the D.C. Bar for 30…
PM promises migration drop as he unveils plans for ‘tightened’ visa rules
Sir Keir Starmer has promised the government’s new immigration measures will mean net migration falls “significantly” over the next four years. The prime minister unveiled plans to ban recruitment of care workers from overseas, tighten access to skilled worker visas and raise the costs to employers in an effort to curb near record net migration.…
Koyo Kouoh, art curator due to lead 2026 Venice Biennale, dies at 57
Groundbreaking Swiss-Cameroonian curator would have been the first African woman to head up the art event Koyo Kouoh, the groundbreaking Swiss-Cameroonian curator who was to become the first African woman to head up the Venice Biennale, died suddenly on Saturday, the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa announced. “It is with profound sorrow that the…
Tiffany Haddish Sings in Hebrew in Hilarious Joan Rivers Tribute
See Tiffany Haddish twerk while chanting “Hava Nagila” in E! News’ exclusive sneak peek at NBC’s Joan Rivers: A Dead Funny All Star Tribute honoring the late comedy icon 10 years after her death. Can we talk about Tiffany Haddish‘s Hebrew skills? “This isn’t a funeral, guys, it’s a celebration, alright?” Haddish tells the live…
Climate crisis threatens the banana, the world’s most popular fruit, research shows
Fourth most important food crop in peril as Latin America and Caribbean suffer from slow-onset climate disaster The climate crisis is threatening the future of the world’s most popular fruit, as almost two-thirds of banana-growing areas in Latin America and the Caribbean may no longer be suitable for growing the fruit by 2080, new research…
Chris Mason: Why Labour aims to buck 25-year trend of rising legal migration
Immigration into the UK is, arguably, the standout social and demographic change of the 21st Century and also one of the biggest and most transparent political failings, when you compare rhetoric to reality. Whatever your own view about immigration, the trends over the last generation are worth a look. For the last 30 years, the…
India and Pakistan Remind Us We Need to Stop the Risk of Nuclear War
Opinion India and Pakistan Remind Us We Need to Stop the Risk of Nuclear War The U.S. needs to set an example for the rest of the world by taking our nuclear missiles off hair-trigger alert and negotiating a reduction of our arsenal By Alan Robock & Lili Xia We are living in a scary…
Philippines elections 2025: polls open in midterms as Marcos and Duterte family dynasties vie for power
Senate race will be key to future of Sara Duterte as she faces impeachment trial, while her could become mayor despite being detained in The Hague Millions of Filipinos began voting on Monday in a midterm election widely seen as a referendum on the explosive feud between President Ferdinand Marcos and impeached vice-president Sara Duterte.…
Why Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Says He’s “Not a Ladies’ Man”
Despite having four wives at one point, Sister Wives star Kody Brown—husband of Robyn Brown and former partner of Meri Brown, Janelle Brown and Christine Brown—does not believe he is a “ladies’ man.” Kody Brown may have had four wives at the same time, but according to him, he’s no “ladies’ man.” The Sister Wives star, a…
PM promises tougher visa rules to fix ‘broken’ migration system
Sir Keir Starmer has promised to overhaul a “broken” immigration system, with plans to tighten English tests for all visa applicants and their adult dependents among the reforms being considered. Migrants will also have to wait 10 years to apply to settle in the UK, instead of automatically gaining settled status after five years, under…
Qatar is said to be giving Trump a new plane
Franco Ordoñez The Trump administration is in talks with the Qatari government about accepting a luxury Boeing 747 airplane, a senior White House official said, that could temporarily serve as Air Force One. The offer, which was first reported by ABC News, comes on the eve of Trump’s visit to the Middle East. The president…
The U.S. has a plan for getting food into Gaza. Top aid groups object to the idea
Daniel Estrin TEL AVIV, Israel — On the eve of President Trump’s visit to Arab allies in the Gulf, the U.S. and Israel have announced a plan to allow food and essential supplies back into Gaza after a ten-week Israeli ban that aid workers say is driving rampant hunger in the territory. It is the…
Hamas to release US-Israeli hostage as part of efforts to reach Gaza ceasefire
Hamas says it will release Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, who is believed to be the last living captive with US nationality in Gaza, as a part of efforts to reach a ceasefire agreement. The decision comes ahead of President Donald Trump’s visit to the Middle East on Tuesday. Hamas said it was also intended to…
Trump Budget Calls for Stranding NASA’s Mars Samples on the Red Planet
NASA Spent Billions to Bring Rocks Back from Mars. Trump Wants to Leave Them There After billions of dollars in spending and decades of planning, NASA may be forced to abandon precious samples of air, rock and soil on the Martian surface. Experts are furious By Leonard David & Lee Billings edited by Lee Billings…
Simu Liu Engaged to Allison Hsu: See Her Massive Ring
Simu Liu, star of Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, announced his engagement to Allison Hsu with photos of his proposal and her massive diamond ring. The star of Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings just turned it up to 11 with a très magnifique proposal—and sparkler. Simu Liu,…
This American pope: Leo XIV’s bloodline reflects the US melting pot
A fraught history of race and immigration connect the new pope with his homeland Baquié’s birth records, meanwhile, indicate that she was born in Louisiana’s most prominent city, New Orleans, to parents who were reportedly married at a local Catholic church. Records from the 1900 census show that Joseph – apparently the son of a…
‘The whole country is proud’: Chinese snooker fans hail Zhao Xintong triumph
Crowning of country’s first world champion set to give fresh boost to sport that has boomed in popularity in China “He’s a great role model for young people in China,” Yuan, 55, says of the generation Z upstart who on Monday claimed snooker’s top prize. “He’s bringing the excitement back.” It’s a far cry from…
These Sabrina Carpenter Facts Will Hit Like Espresso
Sabrina Carpenter’s rise to fame—that’s that her espresso. And we’re marking her 26th birthday by raising our coffee cups and brewing up some invigorating facts about the Short n’ Sweet artist. Sabrina Carpenter said it herself: She’s a busy woman. And since last summer, the Grammy winner has taken the world by storm with her…
Care worker recruitment from abroad to end, Cooper says
Care workers will no longer be recruited from overseas as part of a crackdown on visas for lower-skilled workers, the home secretary has told the BBC. Yvette Cooper said it is “time to end that care worker recruitment from abroad” and rules will change this year – instead requiring firms to hire British nationals or…
Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Gaza and Ukraine, saying ‘Never again war’
By Sarah Ventre “I am deeply pained by what is happening,” said Leo, referring to the war in Gaza. “Let the fighting cease immediately, let humanitarian aid be provided to the exhausted civilian population, and may all hostages be released.” Leo also talked about the war in Ukraine, saying, “I carry in my heart the…
Trump claims ‘total reset’ in US-China trade relations after tariff talks in Geneva
US president praises ‘very good’ discussions as top US and Chinese officials meet over trade war triggered by Trump’s tariff blitz Donald Trump has hailed a “total reset” in US-China trade relations after the first day of talks between top American and Chinese officials in Geneva aimed at defusing a trade war sparked by his…
Russia’s Putin proposes direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15
By The Associated Press Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed restarting direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15, “without preconditions,” an offer that came in response to Ukraine and its allies urging Moscow to commit to an unconditional 30-day ceasefire or face additional sanctions. Putin referenced the unsuccessful 2022 peace talks that took place…
Kim Kardashian’s Paris Robbery in Her Own Words
As Kim Kardashian prepares to testify in Paris, where 10 people are on trial in connection with robbing her at gunpoint in 2016, here is what she’s had to say about the ordeal. At least Kim Kardashian has had a lot of time to process what happened. Because when she takes the stand May 13…
Bryan Kohberger Case: New Details of Victim’s Grisly Murder Revealed
More details about the murders of University of Idaho students Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Kaylee Goncalves and Madison Mogen and suspect Bryan Kohberger were revealed on Dateline. Content warning: This story contains graphic details. More shocking details about the quadruple homicide of four University of Idaho students and the man suspected of murdering them, Bryan…
Putin says Russia and Ukraine should meet to negotiate ‘lasting peace’
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for “direct talks” with Ukraine, saying they should “start without delay, as early as 15 May”. “We seek serious talks… to remove the root causes of the conflict and start moving towards a lasting, strong peace”, he said on Saturday, in a rare televised late-night address from the Kremlin.…
Trump floats cutting Chinese tariffs from 145% to 80% before weekend talks
Meeting aimed at de-escalating trade war after Chinese exports beat expectations despite slump in trade Donald Trump has floated cutting tariffs on China from 145% to 80% before a weekend meeting as he looks to de-escalate the trade war. Top US officials are expected to meet a high-level Chinese delegation this weekend in Switzerland in…
Linguists Find Proof of Sweeping Language Pattern Once Deemed a ‘Hoax’
Linguists Find Proof of Sweeping Language Pattern Once Deemed a ‘Hoax’ Inuit languages really do have many words for snow, linguists found—and other languages have conceptual specialties, too, potentially revealing what a culture values By Cody Cottier edited by Allison Parshall Boas’s observation had swelled to mythic proportions. In a 1991 essay, British linguist Geoff…
India and Pakistan accuse each other of ‘violations’ after ceasefire deal
India and Pakistan have accused each other of “violations” hours after the two nations said they had agreed to a ceasefire following days of cross-border military strikes. After sounds of explosions were heard in Indian-administered Kashmir, India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said there had been “repeated violations of the understanding we arrived at”. A short…
India and Pakistan accuse each other of violating ceasefire hours after reaching deal
By The Associated Press ISLAMABAD — India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire Saturday after U.S.-led talks to end the most serious military confrontation between the nuclear-armed rivals in decades but accused each other of violating the deal just hours later. The ceasefire had been expected to bring a swift end to weeks of escalating…
Love Island U.K.’s Molly-Mae Says She and Tommy Fury Are Back Together
Love Island U.K.‘s Molly-Mae Hague revealed she and Tommy Fury, father of their daughter Bambi, have reconciled less than a year after announcing they had split. Love Island U.K.‘s Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury are giving their love another chance. Almost nine months after she announced on social media that the two had broken up…
Mexico sues Google over changing Gulf of Mexico’s name for US users
President Claudia Sheinbaum says lawsuit has been filed after US lawmakers voted on name change Mexico has sued Google for changing the Gulf of Mexico’s name to “Gulf of America” for Google Maps users in the United States, Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico’s president, said on Friday. “The lawsuit has already been filed,” Sheinbaum said at her…
Clergy molestation survivors concerned and insulted by election of Pope Leo XIV
Pope faced questions about his handling of clerical sexual abuse cases earlier in his career after a survivors group filed a complaint Groups supporting clergy-molestation survivors say they are gravely concerned and insulted by the election of Pope Leo XIV after he overcame questions about his handling of clerical sexual abuse cases earlier in his…
Labour to unveil big immigration plans next week – but will they win back votes?
“A failed free market experiment” – that’s how the home secretary will describe the approach that’s seen vast numbers of people from around the world come to the UK to pour pints in pubs, to cut hair, to care for the most vulnerable, to pick fruit, or to fix our plumbing. Yvette Cooper’s getting ready…
Do We Really Know Less about the Deep Sea Than the Moon or Mars?
We’ve Only Seen 0.001 Percent of Earth’s Seafloor. Here’s What That Really Means A new review of ocean data suggests that more than 99.999 percent of the global deep seafloor has never been seen by humans. But what does that really mean? By Gayoung Lee edited by Lee Billings What do we really know about…
Miley Cyrus’ Dating History: Patrick Schwarzenegger, Nick Jonas & More
Miley Cyrus crossing paths with ex Patrick Schwarzenegger at the 2025 Met Gala was a reminder that she’s packed a lot of love into her life—with boyfriends, girlfriends and her own independence. Miley Cyrus has packed a lot of life into her 32 years. She’s spent some of it single, her comfort being on her…
Inside Sasha Obama’s Private Post-White House World
Sasha Obama and Malia Obama moved into the White House as kids—more than 16 years ago. Now they’re making their way as adults while their parents continue to settle into that post-presidential life. Sasha Obama was 7 years old when she moved into the White House. So no wonder the Internet is still prone to…
Police investigate alleged attack on prison officer by Southport killer
Police are investigating an attack on a prison officer by Southport killer Axel Rudakubana on Thursday, it is understood. The officer had boiling water thrown over them. They were taken to hospital and discharged on the same day, the Ministry of Justice said. The Prison Service said violence in prison “will not be tolerated and…
Are we heading for another world war – or has it already started?
The rules-based world order is in retreat and violence is on the rise, forcing countries to rethink their relationships In a week in which former allies in a redividing globe separately commemorated the 80th anniversary of the end of the second world war, the sense of a runaway descent towards a third world war draws…
Immigrants set for Libya deportation sat on tarmac for hours, attorney says
Any Trump administration efforts to send non-Libyans to the north African country would violate a prior court order Immigrants in Texas who were told they would be deported to Libya sat on a military airfield tarmac for hours on Wednesday, unsure of what would happen next, an attorney for one of the men has said.…
Miley Cyrus Reunites With Dad Billy Ray Cyrus Amid Rumored Family Feud
Miley Cyrus shut down recent feud rumors by joining her brother Braison Cyrus and dad Billy Ray Cyrus on his farm in Tennessee for a birthday celebration. Miley Cyrus doesn’t seem to be jaded. The “Party in the U.S.A.” singer recently reunited with her dad Billy Ray Cyrus for her brother Braison Cyrus’ 31st birthday,…
How will Pope Leo lead? His first days may yield clues
Not long after greeting crowds from the balcony overlooking St Peter’s Square on Thursday evening, Pope Leo XIV returned to the Sant’Uffizio Palace, where he had been living for the last two months. He was met by a jubilant group of staff and former colleagues, all eager to shake his hand and congratulate him. A…
Climate Change Will Cause a Lifetime of Extreme Heat for Today’s Children
Today’s Children Face a Lifetime of Extreme Heat because of Climate Change Young people today will be exposed to a number of heat waves that no one would have experienced before the burning of fossil fuels started raising global temperatures By Celeste Biever & Nature magazine Many of today’s children will experience an ‘unprecedented life’…
Cities aiming to thwart immigrant detention centers wield a secret weapon: local laws
By Zane Irwin Former corrections officer William Rogers still remembers the exact spot in 2018 where an inmate slashed his head open with a metal lunch tray. “When he hit me in the back of the head, I mean it hurt. But I didn’t know it was split open, right? Because at that point you’re…