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Christian Menefee Beats Al Green in Texas Democratic Runoff
Representative Christian Menefee defeated Representative Al Green in a Democratic primary runoff in Texas on Tuesday, ending Green's more than two decades in Congress.
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- Christian Menefee Beats Al Green in Texas Democratic Runoff
- Packers RB Josh Jacobs arrested, faces felony strangulation
- Survivor 50 Finale: Aubry Bracco Wins $2M Amid Host Slip
- Israeli airstrikes and ground advance breach US ceasefire
- NASA awards $627M for lunar rovers, landers and drones
- HHS Secretary Kennedy bitten by snakes at Dr Oz home
- Chemical tank implosion at Longview Washington mill kills
- Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees
- US and Iran discuss $24 billion frozen assets in Qatar
- Trump calls Cabinet meeting at Camp David on Iran talks
- Sabalenka reaches French Open second round, 22nd win
- Rep. Auchincloss says Maine Senate nominee unfit over tattoo
Packers RB Josh Jacobs arrested, faces felony strangulation
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested on Tuesday and faces five criminal charges, including a felony count of strangulation and suffocation, following a domestic disturbance complaint over the weekend.
Survivor 50 Finale: Aubry Bracco Wins $2M Amid Host Slip
The landmark 50th season of the reality competition Survivor concluded with a live finale on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, where Aubry Bracco was named the winner, securing a $2 million prize.
Israeli airstrikes and ground advance breach US ceasefire
Israeli forces have significantly escalated military operations in Lebanon, launching extensive airstrikes and expanding ground incursions beyond a previously established security zone.
NASA awards $627M for lunar rovers, landers and drones
NASA has awarded contracts to multiple private companies to build and deliver the first hardware for a planned lunar base, a significant step in establishing a sustained human presence on the Moon.
HHS Secretary Kennedy bitten by snakes at Dr Oz home
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was repeatedly bitten while handling two wild snakes at a private residence on Tuesday, an incident captured in a video he posted to social media.
Chemical tank implosion at Longview Washington mill kills
A chemical tank implosion at a pulp and paper mill in Longview, Washington, on Tuesday morning has resulted in multiple fatalities and critical injuries, according to local authorities and company officials.
Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees
The Trump administration has proposed a government-wide nondisclosure agreement for federal employees, a move officials say is intended to safeguard confidential information but that critics warn could stifle legitimate ...
US and Iran discuss $24 billion frozen assets in Qatar
Negotiators from the United States and Iran are meeting in Qatar to discuss a potential agreement aimed at ending hostilities, with the release of billions in frozen Iranian assets emerging as a central issue.
Trump calls Cabinet meeting at Camp David on Iran talks
President Donald Trump will convene a rare, full Cabinet meeting at the Camp David presidential retreat on Wednesday, with high-stakes negotiations with Iran expected to dominate the agenda.
Sabalenka reaches French Open second round, 22nd win
World number one Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the second round of the French Open on Tuesday, defeating Spain's Jessica Bouzas Maneiro 6-4, 6-2 on Court Philippe-Chatrier.
Rep. Auchincloss says Maine Senate nominee unfit over tattoo
A prominent Democratic congressman has publicly declared his party's likely Senate nominee in Maine unfit for office, citing a past tattoo that resembled a Nazi symbol.
Federal Court Blocks Alabama Map Over Discrimination
A federal court has blocked Alabama from using a newly revised congressional map for the upcoming elections, ruling the plan intentionally discriminates against Black voters.
Sony announces June PlayStation Plus Essential free games
Sony has announced the free monthly games for PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers in June 2026, revealing the lineup a day earlier than its typical schedule.
BP removes chairman Albert Manifold amid governance concerns
BP has removed its chairman, Albert Manifold, with immediate effect after its board raised serious concerns about governance standards, oversight, and conduct.
Tamil Nadu expands cabinet to 35, adds VCK, IUML ministers
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay completed the expansion of his Council of Ministers on Friday, inducting two legislators from allied parties and bringing the cabinet to its constitutional maximum strength of 35...
Usyk retains title after controversial stoppage in Giza
A heavyweight title fight in Giza ended in controversy Saturday night when referee Mark Lyson stopped the bout between champion Oleksandr Usyk and challenger Rico Verhoeven just as the bell sounded to end the 11th round.
President Trump to have medical exam at Walter Reed
President Donald Trump is scheduled to undergo a medical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Tuesday, putting the 79-year-old leader’s health under renewed public scrutiny.
Four killed as train hits school minibus in Buggenhout
Four people, including two teenagers, were killed Tuesday morning when a passenger train collided with a school minibus at a level crossing in the town of Buggenhout, Belgium.
Over 2,000,000 Muslims gather at Arafat for Hajj
More than two million Muslim pilgrims gathered on the Plains of Arafat in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday for the spiritual climax of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
