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Secret Service kills gunman near White House; bystander wounded

A suspect was killed and a bystander wounded after gunfire erupted near a White House checkpoint, prompting a lockdown of the North Lawn and an immediate Secret Service response.

California Gov. Newsom declares emergency; 50,000 flee chemical tank explosion risk

Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in Orange County, California, as officials work to contain a leaking chemical tank at an aerospace facility, which poses a significant explosion risk and has led to evacuation orders for over 40,000 residents.

France Bans Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir After Flotilla Detainee Taunts

France banned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from entering the country, citing his 'unspeakable' behavior and taunts towards detained Gaza aid flotilla activists, prompting calls for EU sanctions.

Trump Announces Iran Peace Deal ‘Largely Negotiated’ to Reopen Strait of Hormuz

President Trump stated that a peace agreement with Iran, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, is 'largely negotiated' and will be announced shortly, though some details remain unclear.

Formula 1 Legend Alain Prost Injured in Swiss Home Robbery

Four-time Formula 1 world champion Alain Prost was reportedly injured during a home robbery in Switzerland when masked men entered his house, with Swiss police investigating the alleged incident.

SpaceX Starship Completes Successful Test Flight

SpaceX successfully launched its revamped Super Heavy-Starship rocket, deploying mock satellites and returning to Earth, despite some engine malfunctions and the booster spinning out of control.

Anti-Government Protests in Madrid Demand Sanchez's Resignation

Thousands rallied in Madrid, with estimates ranging from 40,000 to 80,000 participants, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez amid mounting corruption allegations against his family and party.

UK Border Checks Suspended at Dover Amid Delays

Extra EU border checks were temporarily suspended at the Port of Dover after travelers faced hours-long delays in the heat while attempting to board ferries to France.

Serbian Protesters Clash with Police in Belgrade, Demand Early Elections

Tens of thousands of protesters clashed with police in Serbia's capital, Belgrade, demanding early elections and the resignation of President Aleksandar Vucic, despite government efforts to quell the anti-government rallies.

Cannes Film Festival Awards Palme d’Or to ‘Fjord

Cristian Mungiu's Norway-set drama 'Fjord,' which explores political polarization, won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival, marking the Romanian director's second time receiving the top honor.'

NASCAR Star Kyle Busch Dies at 41 From Pneumonia, Sepsis

Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch died at 41 after a severe illness, with his family confirming the cause of death as pneumonia that progressed into sepsis.

US-India Ties Strengthened Amid China Tensions

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited India to repair relations, inviting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the White House and touting US energy, amidst concerns over President Trump's overtures to China.

India's ‘Cockroach Party’ Gains Viral Traction

India's satirical 'Cockroach Janta Party,' a political movement representing the jobless youth, has gone viral, gaining millions of followers despite claims that its website has been blocked.'

Ebola claims 3 Red Cross workers in DR Congo

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has intensified, with three Red Cross workers dying and suspected patients escaping health centers, leading to tightened travel restrictions and enhanced screenings at US airports like Atlanta.

Trump's Legal and Political Troubles Mount

President Trump faces a range of self-inflicted troubles, including a dismissed defamation lawsuit by Michael Wolff, criticism over an 'anti-weaponization fund,' and internal DNC reports criticizing Kamala Harris.'

Last updated: 5/24/2026, 1:02:52 AM