Top News — Sat, May 9, 6:34 PM UTC

Frontier Jet Kills Pedestrian on Denver Runway During Takeoff

A Frontier Airlines plane departing Denver for Los Angeles fatally struck a pedestrian on the runway, prompting an evacuation due to smoke in the cabin. Authorities are investigating how the individual accessed the runway after reportedly jumping a perimeter fence.

Australia: One Nation Wins Historic Lower House Seat in Farrer By-Election

Australia's right-wing One Nation party, known for its anti-immigration policies, has secured its first-ever seat in the lower house of Parliament with David Farley winning the Farrer by-election. This victory is seen as a significant test for the populist party.

Israel Releases Gaza Flotilla Activists; Settlers Dig Up Palestinian Grave

Israel is set to release and deport two activists detained from a Gaza flotilla, according to a legal center. Meanwhile, Palestinian sources claim Israeli settlers, allegedly supported by IDF soldiers, exhumed a body from a grave near Sha-Nur, forcing the family to relocate the burial.

Starmer taps Gordon Brown for top role post-election drubbing

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under pressure to resign after Labour suffered significant losses in local and regional elections, including over 1,400 English council seats. In response, Starmer has brought former Prime Minister Gordon Brown into his cabinet to advise on global finance.

Trump's Truth Social Parent Company Reports $400M Loss; FDA Chief's Job Uncertain

Trump Media and Technology Group, the parent company of Truth Social, reported a $406 million loss in the first three months of 2026, largely due to cryptocurrency depreciation. Meanwhile, President Trump has downplayed reports of firing FDA Commissioner Marty Makary amid public trust concerns and a vape approval dispute.

Putin Scales Back Victory Day Parade; Ukraine War Shows Vulnerability

Russian President Vladimir Putin presided over a downsized Victory Day parade in Moscow, marking the World War II victory over Nazi Germany. The event, which lacked heavy weapons displays for the first time in nearly two decades, was held amidst a three-day ceasefire with Ukraine and heightened security concerns.

Actor Nick Pasqual Found Guilty of Attempted Murder in Stabbing Attack

Actor Nick Pasqual, known for 'How I Met Your Mother,' has been found guilty of attempted murder after violently attacking his award-winning Hollywood makeup artist ex-girlfriend, stabbing her over 20 times during a home break-in.

Péter Magyar Sworn In as Hungary PM, Ending Orbán's 16-Year Rule

Péter Magyar has been sworn in as Hungary's new prime minister, marking the end of Viktor Orbán's 16-year autocratic rule. Magyar's Tisza party achieved a landslide victory and he has pledged to return Hungary to the European fold.

US Sanctions Chinese Firms Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit; Trade and AI on Agenda

The US has sanctioned Chinese companies for aiding Iran's military, just days before President Trump's scheduled visit to Beijing for talks with Xi Jinping. The summit, delayed by the Iran war, is expected to address trade, artificial intelligence, and Taiwan, with China's exports and trade surplus with the US setting records in April.

Hantavirus Cruise Ship Evacuates; UK Isolates Passengers in Hospital

Passengers from the hantavirus-stricken MV Hondius cruise ship are being evacuated to Tenerife, Spain, with some Americans heading to a Nebraska quarantine center and UK citizens to a former Covid-19 hospital. WHO officials, including Tedros Ghebreyesus, have reassured the public that the outbreak does not pose a pandemic risk.

Last updated: 5/9/2026, 6:34:09 PM