Rescuers race to save seven trapped in flooded Laos cave
Rescuers are attempting to reach seven villagers, who were searching for gold, trapped for nearly a week inside a flooded cave in Laos, with difficult terrain and weather impeding efforts.
Top stories — May 26, 2026 edition
Balanced left-and-right coverage from this SplitView News edition.
Russia warns US diplomats to exit Kyiv before missile strikes
Russia has warned diplomats and foreign residents to evacuate Kyiv, stating its intention to launch systematic strikes on Ukraine's military facilities and defense infrastructure.
Paxton pulls ahead in Texas runoff; Trump endorsement boosts bid
Texas voters are participating in a primary runoff election for a U.S. Senate seat, with Senator John Cornyn facing off against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who has President Trump's endorsement.
Hezbollah launches largest drone attack on northern Israel
Hezbollah launched its largest-ever drone attack against Israel in northern Israel, intensifying fears and displacement for families in the region amid ongoing conflict.
California chemical leak prompts evacuations, threat eliminated
Officials have lifted evacuation orders for some residents near a chemical leak at a GKN Aerospace plant in Garden Grove, California, after an overnight operation eliminated the threat of a massive explosion from a tank containing 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate.
US launches ‘self-defense strikes' in Iran, jeopardizing peace deal’
The U.S. military launched 'self-defense strikes' targeting missile launch sites and Iranian boats near the Strait of Hormuz, even as President Trump pushes for a peace deal with Iran. Iran accused the U.S. of violating the ceasefire and claimed to have shot down a U.S. drone.
How coverage differs: Left outlets emphasize US strikes jeopardize a peace deal and highlight Iran's accusations, whereas right outlets frame them as necessary, aligning with Trump's ‘good deal or no deal’ stance.
Trump completes routine annual medical exam at Walter Reed
President Trump is undergoing his annual dental and physical checkup at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, with the White House stating it is a routine assessment.
Australia repatriates women and children linked to Islamic State
Two planes carrying 19 Australian women and children linked to the Islamic State group in Syria landed in Melbourne and Sydney, despite Australia's government previously expressing concerns.
How coverage differs: Left outlets highlight the repatriation's process and lack of arrests, whereas right outlets focus on the controversial security implications of returning individuals linked to Islamic State.
Mango founder's son Jonathan Andic denies murder accusation
Jonathan Andic, son of Mango clothing empire founder Isak Andic, is temporarily stepping down from the Spanish fashion chain after being arrested and denying accusations of playing a role in his billionaire father's death.
Trump's GOP feuds threaten legislative agenda
President Trump's escalating attacks on fellow Republicans are jeopardizing his legislative agenda in Congress and alienating segments of the GOP base, according to lawmakers.
Europe swelters in record May heatwave, seven deaths reported
An exceptionally early heatwave has shattered temperature records across parts of Western Europe, leading to government warnings and at least seven reported deaths, with firefighters battling a grass fire in Edinburgh.
Saxophone legend Sonny Rollins dies at 95
Sonny Rollins, the acclaimed tenor saxophonist known as the "saxophone colossus," has died at the age of 95, concluding a lauded career spanning decades marked by distinctive tone and constant experimentation.
Rescuers race to save seven trapped in flooded Laos cave
Rescuers are attempting to reach seven villagers, who were searching for gold, trapped for nearly a week inside a flooded cave in Laos, with difficult terrain and weather impeding efforts.
Russia warns US diplomats to exit Kyiv before missile strikes
Russia has warned diplomats and foreign residents to evacuate Kyiv, stating its intention to launch systematic strikes on Ukraine's military facilities and defense infrastructure.
Paxton pulls ahead in Texas runoff; Trump endorsement boosts bid
Texas voters are participating in a primary runoff election for a U.S. Senate seat, with Senator John Cornyn facing off against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who has President Trump's endorsement.
Hezbollah launches largest drone attack on northern Israel
Hezbollah launched its largest-ever drone attack against Israel in northern Israel, intensifying fears and displacement for families in the region amid ongoing conflict.
California chemical leak prompts evacuations, threat eliminated
Officials have lifted evacuation orders for some residents near a chemical leak at a GKN Aerospace plant in Garden Grove, California, after an overnight operation eliminated the threat of a massive explosion from a tank containing 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate.
US launches ‘self-defense strikes' in Iran, jeopardizing peace deal’
The U.S. military launched 'self-defense strikes' targeting missile launch sites and Iranian boats near the Strait of Hormuz, even as President Trump pushes for a peace deal with Iran. Iran accused the U.S. of violating the ceasefire and claimed to have shot down a U.S. drone.
Trump completes routine annual medical exam at Walter Reed
President Trump is undergoing his annual dental and physical checkup at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, with the White House stating it is a routine assessment.