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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's 70th birthday and the 45th anniversary of the Art of Living Foundation were celebrated with global events, highlighting his contributions to peace and well-being.

Todd Blanche announced murder charges against former Cuban president Raúl Castro over the 1996 shootdown of a U.S. humanitarian plane that killed three Americans.

A new biography claims J.K. Rowling's estranged father secretly ran a cannabis-growing operation from their Gloucestershire home in the 1990s.

A heckler disrupted NASA's Artemis II crew at the US Capitol, accusing them of faking their mission. The incident, captured on video, went viral

BBC faced backlash over a report on Afghan fathers selling daughters into marriage, with critics saying it focused too heavily on the fathers' grief over the girls' suffering.

President Trump's commencement speech at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy was marked by personal remarks about cadets' appearances, a recycled line, and a factual error about presidential history.

President Trump's unexpected investment in Kura Sushi USA has sparked speculation and market reactions, highlighting potential mix-ups and broader concerns about his financial activities.

JD Vance defends Trump amidst controversy over 3,700 stock trades, raising questions about ethics, transparency, and conflict of interest in presidential wealth management.

A Florida Lyft driver has been blocked after allegedly using AI-generated images to claim a $75 (£59) damage fee.

The Department of Homeland Security's £750 million warehouse purchases tied to Donald Trump are facing scrutiny over alleged overpayments and potential conflicts of interest.

Retired officer Larry Bushart won an $835K settlement after jail time over a meme post, sparking debate on free speech and online interpretation

Bruce Springsteen used one of Stephen Colbert's final Late Show episodes to condemn Donald Trump and CBS's billionaire owners, accusing them of silencing a comedian who 'can't take a joke.'

Vanessa Trump has announced her breast cancer diagnosis, receiving support from Ivanka Trump and family. She is focused on recovery with medical treatment and family support.

The federal judge's latest order to senior White House staff has directly challenged a Justice Department opinion that branded the statute unconstitutional.

Severe thunderstorms are forecasted to hit Pennsylvania, affecting Memorial Day weekend plans with potential travel disruptions and flash floods.

The EU's new digital border system, operational since April 2026, is causing travel disruptions and debate as it tracks non-EU travellers' stays

The US government is targeting 100,000 diesel truck owners for using apps to alter emissions controls, raising compliance and privacy concerns.

A US psychologist claims Donald Trump is 'mentally ill and cognitively deteriorating', pointing to his all‑night social media posting as a sign of possible sundowning and mania.

In a blow to President Trump's personal agenda a federal judge ruled that the Presidential Records Act (PRA) was constitutional and that the presidents staff and other administration officials have to follow it.

Footage of a Gaza flotilla detention sparks global backlash as Itamar Ben Gvir appears at the scene, triggering international concern

Courtney Stodden, once a child bride, now advocates against child marriage, sharing her experiences to challenge societal norms and promote stricter laws in the US

The US indictment of Raul Castro for the 1996 aircraft downing has escalated tensions with Cuba, raising fears of potential conflict.

The US has indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro on murder and conspiracy charges tied to the 1996 shootdown of two Brothers to the Rescue planes that killed four people.

Donald Trump's attempt to strengthen ties with Greenland backfires as local leaders reject his overtures, emphasising sovereignty and international law, leading to diplomatic tensions and public backlash.

Jeff Bezos told CNBC that the bottom half of US earners should pay zero income tax and dismissed wealth taxes. NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani fired back.

The TSA now lists medical marijuana as allowed on US flights, but published no rules on quantity, documentation, or what happens when you land in a state where it's illegal.

A 75-year-old woman died after a violent altercation with a restaurant employee in Fort Wayne, Indiana, prompting an investigation and the release of security footage.

Jeff Bezos proposes eliminating federal income tax for the bottom 50% of US earners, arguing it would provide relief without major fiscal disruption. The proposal has sparked debate and mixed reactions

The WHO has provided an update on the real status of the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa and revealed that efforts to develop a vaccine are underway.