Press review · Monday, 26 May 2025
26 May 2025
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statnews.com Top stories ·
Summit shows mixed results from key study of lung cancer drug
Summit Therapeutics said its closely tracked antibody, the first lung cancer drug to beat Merck’s Keytruda in a head-to-head study, produced mixed results in a new trial.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
U.S.-China talks 'a bit stalled' and need Trump and Xi to weigh in, Treasury Secretary Bessent says
U.S.-China trade talks are "a bit stalled," requiring the two countries' leaders to speak directly, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Fox News.
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npr.org Top stories ·
French health ministry extends smoking ban
France to ban smoking at beaches, parks and outside schools from July 1st to protect children.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Elon Musk says he's 'disappointed' with domestic policy bill in break with Trump
Musk criticized the bill's projected impact on the federal deficit and said it "undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing."
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nytimes.com Top stories ·
Taylor Swift Buys Her Masters From Shamrock Capital, Reclaiming the Rights to Her First 6 Albums
The master recordings to the pop superstar’s earliest work were sold to Scooter Braun in 2019, and acquired a year later by the investing firm Shamrock Capital.
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huffpost.com Top stories ·
'How Does It Feel?': Jimmy Kimmel Gives Trump A Taste Of His Own Bitter Medicine
The late night host also found a way to make it even worse for the president.
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politico.eu Top stories ·
Macron to China: Keep North Korea out of Ukraine war or risk NATO coming to Asia
French president delivers veiled warning to Beijing during speech in Singapore.
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Defending Medicaid Cuts, Ernst Tells Iowans, ‘We All Are Going to Die’
Senator Joni Ernst's flip response in an exchange with constituents about the effects of Trump’s domestic policy bill quickly spread online.
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kstp.com Top stories ·
Minneapolis, St. Paul among sanctuary cities put on notice by Trump Administration
The list was published Thursday by the Department of Homeland Security in an executive order, which is demanding the cities revise their policies to comply with federal rules.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
'American hero' or 'failure': Elon Musk's DOGE departure divides Capitol Hill
Elon Musk's departure from the Department of Government Efficiency draws praise from Republicans and criticism from Democrats, highlighting political divides.
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espn.com Top stories ·
Sources: 49ers finalizing deal for Eagles DE Huff
The San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles are working to finalize a trade that will send edge rusher Bryce Huff to San Francisco for a midround pick, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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espn.com Top stories ·
Lawsuit accuses Zion of rape, years of abuse
A woman has accused Pelicans forward Zion Williamson of rape in addition to "sexual, physical, emotional and financial" abuse during a relationship that lasted from 2018 to 2023, according to a lawsuit submitted to Los Angeles Superior Court.
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theguardian.com Top stories ·
Salutes, Maga hats and mass layoffs: Elon Musk at Doge – a timeline
The Trump adviser’s time as a special government employee has ended. We look back on his tenure
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utilitydive.com Top stories ·
DOE cancels $3.7B in carbon capture, decarbonization awards
Calpine, PPL Corp., Ørsted and Exxon Mobil are among the companies affected by the decision.
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Taylor Swift buys back the rights to the master recordings of her first six albums
After her former label sold her catalogue in 2019, Swift embarked on her lucrative album rerecording project – but now owns the originals for the first time
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pbs.org Top stories ·
How Israel is responding to latest U.S. proposals to pause war in Gaza
Israel said it accepted a new draft of a U.S. peace plan in Gaza, but Hamas so far has not provided an official reply. The deal would pause the war for 60 days, but not permanently end it, as Hamas is demanding. Nick Schifrin reports.
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nhl.com Top stories ·
Jarmo Kekalainen joins Sabres hockey department | Buffalo Sabres
The longtime NHL general manager will serve as senior advisor to Kevyn Adams.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
US IT specialist arrested after attempting to share classified information with foreign government: DOJ
An IT specialist in northern Virginia is behind bars after an FBI agent caught him sharing classified information with who he believed was a foreign government official.
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ft.com Top stories ·
Emmanuel Macron calls for European and Asian ‘coalition’ during US-China tension
French leader says grouping could help shield international order rather than choosing sides among superpowers
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abcnews.go.com Top stories ·
At least 1 dead, multiple people injured as severe weather hits Kentucky: Sheriff
The Washington County Sheriff's Office reported a fatality and multiple injuries, with "severe damage" throughout the county.
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Elon Musk Juggled Drugs and Family Drama on Trump’s Campaign Trail
As Mr. Musk entered President Trump’s orbit, his private life grew increasingly tumultuous and his drug use was more intense than previously known.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
U.S. foreign tax bill sends jitters across Wall Street
Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," if enshrined into law, could transform the current trade conflict into a capital war, investment banks say.
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bbc.com Top stories ·
Musk's Doge exit live: Donald Trump and Telsa CEO to speak from White House
The tech billionaire led the Department of Government Efficiency on a mission to dramatically cut federal spending which saw thousands of jobs axed.
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Under Trump, a Native American Mascot Debate Is Turned Upside Down
Earlier administrations investigated whether Native American school mascots were discriminatory. The Trump administration defends them, reflecting a broader shift.
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Elon Musk allegedly took large amounts of drugs including ketamine while advising Trump – report
Doge head was at times dosing himself daily, along with ecstasy and psychedelic mushroom use, according to NYT
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Trump will hold a rally at U.S. Steel as investors seek clarity on Nippon deal. Here’s what we know
President Trump will hold a rally Friday at a U.S. Steel plant near Pittsburgh, one week after signaling he had cleared a merger with Japan's Nippon Steel.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial live updates: Ex-assistant says she left Combs' employment with PTSD, $400K in severance
Follow the latest news updates on the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial. Former personal assistant "Mia" resumes testifying after saying Diddy sexually assaulted her multiple times.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Trump, Elon Musk to hold joint event as DOGE loses its leader, top staffers
Musk, the Tesla and SpaceX CEO, worked for Trump's DOGE effort after spending over $250 million helping to get him elected.
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Paul Doyle, 53, Appears in Court Over Liverpool Parade Car Crash
Paul Doyle is accused of deliberately driving his vehicle into crowds in Liverpool, northwestern England, injuring 79 people, including four children.
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ksltv.com Top stories ·
Artificial intelligence could radically reshape entry-level jobs in the near future
Artificial Intelligence is poised to revolutionize the job market, particularly for entry-level white-collar positions, according to a leading AI expert.
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Jeremie Frimpong transfer: Liverpool sign right-back from Bayer Leverkusen for £29.5m
Liverpool complete the signing of Netherlands right-back Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen for 35m euros (£29.5m) on a five-year deal.
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kuow.org Top stories ·
Pierce County man expected to be deported to Vietnam. Instead, ICE flew him to South Sudan
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Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to End Biden-Era Migrant Program for Now
The administration had asked the court to allow it to end deportation protections for more than 500,000 people facing dire humanitarian crises in their home countries.
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thenation.com Top stories ·
“The Nation” Endorses Zohran Mamdani and Brad Lander in the New York City Democratic Primary
New Yorkers deserve better than Andrew Cuomo.
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gizmodo.com Top stories ·
Paraglider Defies Death After Freak Updraft Sucks Him 28,000 Feet Into Sky
A phenomenon known as a "cloud suck" carried him much farther than he wanted to go.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Inflation rate slipped to 2.1% in April, lower than expected, Fed’s preferred gauge shows
The personal consumption expenditures price index was expected to show a 2.2% annual rate in April.
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npr.org Top stories ·
Bernard Kerik, who led NYPD on 9/11 before prison and pardon, has died at 69
Kerik, an Army veteran, was hailed as a hero after the 9/11 attack and eventually nominated to head the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, before a dramatic fall from grace that ended with him behind bars.
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How ICE Is Seeking to Ramp Up Deportations Through Courthouse Arrests
Officials had largely steered clear of arrests at immigration courts out of concern that they would deter people from showing up for hearings.
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propublica.org Top stories ·
Red State Voters Approved Progressive Measures. GOP Lawmakers Are Trying to Undermine Them.
In the wake of ballot measures that increased abortion access and improved sick leave for workers, a coordinated effort is unfolding across the country to restrict direct democracy — and shift power to partisan legislatures.
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france24.com Top stories ·
What we know about the US ceasefire proposal for Gaza
A US plan for Gaza guaranteed by President Donald Trump and mediators Qatar and Egypt proposes a 60-day ceasefire in the devastated territory, as well as the release of 1,236 Palestinian prisoners in…
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variety.com Top stories ·
Russell Brand Pleads Not Guilty to Charges of Rape and Sexual Assault in London Court Hearing
Russell Brand attended a hearing at London's Southwark Crown Court ahead of a trail over allegations of rape and sexual assault
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Banksy new lighthouse artwork confirmed to be in Marseille
The new piece of street art depicts the shadow of a lighthouse emerging out of a bollard.
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Trump to celebrate 'partnership' between US Steel and Nippon Steel, a merger he once opposed
President Donald Trump on Friday will visit Pittsburgh to celebrate what he says is a "partnership" between U.S. Steel and the Japanese company Nippon Steel.
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nypost.com Top stories ·
Texts reveal Diddy, his staff hounding ex-assistant accusing him of rape in aftermath of bombshell Cassie lawsuit
Sean “Diddy” Combs and his staff hounded his ex-assistant, who was allegedly sexually assaulted by the hip hop mogul, for support and even offered her money after Cassie Ventura filed h…
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laist.com Top stories ·
Trump trade war has already had huge effects on California ports
The Port of Los Angeles reported that it expected 80 ships to arrive in May, but 17 have been canceled.
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komonews.com Top stories ·
White House responds after report claims top Trump admin official being impersonated
The White House on Friday issued a response in the wake of a new report claiming the FBI is investigating a plot to impersonate a top Trump administration offic
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npr.org Top stories ·
Trump to celebrate U.S. Steel deal with Japan. And, what's next for DOGE
President Trump is heading to Pittsburgh today to celebrate U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel's partnership. And, what's next for DOGE after Elon Musk's exit.
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Liverpool submit €130m transfer offer for Florian Wirtz
Wirtz, 22, has emerged as a key target for Liverpool and the Germany international playmaker is keen on a move to Anfield.
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people.com Top stories ·
Diddy Trial Day 13 Live: Former Combs Employee Continues Testimony
The woman is another key witness at Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial and claims she was sexually assaulted by the music mogul.
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justice.gov Top stories ·
USDA Employee And Five Others Charged In Multimillion-Dollar Food Stamp Fraud And Bribery Scheme
Perry Carbone, Attorney for the United States, Acting under Authority Conferred by 28 U.S.C. § 515; Charmeka Parker, the Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of Inspector General (“USDA-OIG”); and Christopher G. Raia, the Assistant Director in Charge of the New York Field Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (“FBI”), announced the