Top News — Fri, May 22, 1:03 PM UTC

Trump Deploys 5,000 US Troops to Poland; NATO Welcomes Shift

President Trump announced an additional 5,000 U.S. troops would be sent to Poland, reversing a previous decision to cancel deployments and causing confusion among NATO allies.

House GOP delays vote on Iran war powers resolution

House Republicans abruptly canceled a vote on legislation that would compel President Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran, despite the resolution appearing to have enough support to pass.

Congo Ebola center burned; residents clash over outbreak response

Health experts warn of the escalating Ebola outbreak, with angry residents in eastern Congo setting fire to treatment centers after being prevented from retrieving a suspected victim's body.

US-Iran peace talks stall: Uranium, Strait of Hormuz tolls block deal

Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran show slight progress but remain deadlocked over Iran's enriched uranium stockpile and its demand for tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about the ongoing conflict's economic impact.

Trump's ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ faces legal challenges, broad criticism

Democrats and critics are moving to block access to the Justice Department's new $1.776 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund,' which is linked to a settlement with President Trump and is being eyed by Jan. 6 defendants and Trump allies.'

Aimee Bock sentenced to 41 years for ‘Feeding Our Future’ pandemic fraud

Aimee Bock, the mastermind behind the $250 million 'Feeding Our Future' pandemic fraud scheme in Minnesota, received a sentence of over 41 years in prison, the longest among 60 convicted individuals.

Acting Navy Secretary pauses Taiwan arms sales due to Iran war

The acting U.S. Navy Secretary, Hung Cao, announced a pause on a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan, citing the need to ensure sufficient munitions for the ongoing war with Iran.

Trump, Rubio Threaten Cuba Military Action; Diplomacy Doubted

The U.S. arrested the sister of a powerful Cuban military conglomerate official over alleged ties to the communist regime, with Secretary of State Rubio hinting at possible military action amid doubts over diplomacy.

Police probe Prince Andrew on fresh misconduct claims

British police are assessing new reports of sexual misconduct involving former Prince Andrew, expanding an inquiry into potential offenses and examining allegations from 2010.

Charges dropped against Chicago anti-ICE activists

Federal prosecutors dropped charges against anti-ICE activists in Chicago, including former congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh, amid claims of grand jury misconduct.

Turkish court ousts opposition leader in blow to Erdoğan

A Turkish appeal court declared Özgür Özel's party leadership victory void, a move that further strengthens President Erdoğan's grip on power and impacts his rivals.

Estée Lauder terminates Puig merger talks; Puig shares plunge

Estée Lauder's shares surged after the company terminated merger discussions with Spanish beauty group Puig, with reports indicating disagreements over which family would control the combined entity.

DNC 2024 autopsy report released; Democrats urge Martin to ‘move on’

DNC Chair Ken Martin is under fire for releasing a 2024 election autopsy report that critics say omits key issues like the Gaza conflict and President Biden's age, leading to calls for his resignation.

2-Time NASCAR Champion Kyle Busch, 41, Dies After Illness

Two-time NASCAR Cup champion Kyle Busch died unexpectedly at 41 after a severe illness, shaking the racing world and prompting tributes from fellow drivers and fans.

Last updated: 5/22/2026, 1:03:42 PM