Press review · Monday, 26 May 2025
26 May 2025
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theguardian.com Top stories ·
Family of suspect in Colorado fire attack taken into custody of US immigration
Authorities announced that the wife and five children of Mohamed Sabry Soliman were in federal custody
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Trump’s 50% tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum come into effect
Trading partners around the world express anger including Mexico which buys more steel out of the US than it sends the other way
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World won’t forget Tiananmen Square, US and Taiwan say on 36th anniversary of massacre
Date of 4 June remains one of China’s strictest taboos, with government using increasingly sophisticated tools to censor its discussion
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nytimes.com Top stories ·
Wednesday Briefing
A U.S. offer to Iran.
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usatoday.com Top stories ·
Selena Gomez is one of Forbes' richest self-made women, Rihanna falls on list
Forbes revealed its 2025 list of the richest self-made women, with new entry Selena Gomez and a few stars who've fallen in the rankings.
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theverge.com Tech ·
Pokémon Violet and Scarlet’s Switch 2 update is as good as it looks
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet really shine on the Nintendo Switch 2.
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Police Hunt for Father Who They Say Killed 3 Daughters in Washington State
The bodies of the girls, ages 5, 8 and 9, were found near a campground on Monday. They had apparently been asphyxiated, the police said.
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bbc.com Top stories ·
Donald Trump doubles US steel and aluminium tariffs to 50%
Trump doubles down on his tariffs, while sparing the UK from the latest duties.
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gamespot.com Tech ·
Pokemon Scarlet And Violet's Free Switch 2 Update Is Now Live
The new 4.0.0 patch optimizes the games' visuals and performance on Switch 2.
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Potential ‘agroterrorism weapon’ fungus smuggled into US by Chinese scientists, FBI alleges
Yunqing Jian and Zunyong Liu charged after allegedly smuggling a fungus to US that can cause serious illness and billions of dollars in crop losses
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videogameschronicle.com Tech ·
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet’s Switch 2 patch is out now, as Nintendo reveals the first footage of upgrade | VGC
The update is ready for players getting their Nintendo Switch 2 consoles this week…
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gsmarena.com Tech ·
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 receives Qi 2.1 certification
The Galaxy S25 phones were the first to adopt Qi 2.1 and the foldable flagship will follow in their footsteps. The Wireless Power Consortium (the stewards...
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Jacinda Ardern, New Zealand’s Former Prime Minister, Pushes Kindness in New Book
The former prime minister, who led New Zealand through the pandemic, has published a memoir arguing for more empathy in politics.
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cbsnews.com Top stories ·
Justice Department charges California man with threatening to kill Trump on Facebook
Federal prosecutors charged a Southern California man with threatening to kill President Trump after last year's election.
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techcrunch.com Tech ·
How to watch Apple's WWDC 2025 keynote | TechCrunch
Apple is expected to unveil changes to its operating systems iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS at its Worldwide Developers Conference.
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sammobile.com Tech ·
More Galaxy Z Flip 7, Z Flip 7 FE, Z Fold 7 and new Galaxy Watch details leaked
New information has surfaced for the new foldables and smartwatches that Samsung is expected to launch next month.
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Jonathan Joss: Three roles the King of the Hill star was known for
Joss was credited with improving the representation of Native Americans on screen, from King of the Hill to Parks and Recreation.
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eventhubs.com Tech ·
Street Fighter 6 Season 3 and Elena update patch notes
It is finally time for Street Fighter 6 Season 2 to come to a close with a fresh new update changing up the game in some big ways.Capcom just released the official Season 3 patch notes for Street Fighter ...
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Boulder Jewish community unites in support of each other after attack, prepares for festival at Colorado site of antisemitic attack
Following Sunday's antisemitic attack in Boulder, the Jewish community has come together to support each other, and one of the places that's been an anchor is the Boulder Jewish Community Center.
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abcnews.go.com Top stories ·
2 Chinese nationals charged with smuggling 'potential agroterrorism' fungus into US: DOJ
Authorities said it was in connection with work at the University of Michigan.
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Trump Pressures Divided G.O.P. to Back Policy Bill
The president is pressing Republicans in the Senate to unite quickly behind sprawling legislation that carries his domestic agenda, but the measure’s opponents have a powerful new ally: Elon Musk.
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npr.org Top stories ·
One company forecasting a better year ahead? Dollar General
People are spending more at Dollar General. In part, that's thanks to shoppers trading down from more expensive stores.
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Israel launches strikes on weapons in southern Syria
Israel said the attack came after two projectiles were fired into Israel from Syria.
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mlb.com Top stories ·
'It didn't look good': Vientos' hamstring injury could lead to long absence for Mets
LOS ANGELES -- Amid the late dramatics of their 4-3, 10-inning win over the Dodgers on Monday, the Mets may have lost a key offensive piece for the foreseeable future.
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nbclosangeles.com Top stories ·
Showers, hail expected in parts of Southern California
A flood advisory was in effect in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties through Tuesday evening.
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gizmodo.com Tech ·
Nintendo Switch 2 Size Comparison vs. Original Switch vs. Steam Deck
From the Game Boy to the DS to the Switch, Nintendo is still the best at handheld design.
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theregister.com Tech ·
Meta Pixel halts Android localhost tracking after disclosure
: Zuckercorp and Yandex used localhost loophole to tie browser data to app users, say boffins
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hrw.org Top stories ·
China: Address Tiananmen Massacre 36 Years On
36 years after the killing of countless peaceful pro-democracy protesters in Beijing, the Chinese government still seeks to erase the memory of the June 1989 Tiananmen Massacre.
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Lee Jae-myung: South Korea's new president has a Trump-shaped crisis to avert
Lee Jae-myung secured a storming victory, but his honeymoon will barely last the day.
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Before the Attack in Boulder, the Gaza War Consumed the City Council
Activists have regularly disrupted council meetings to demand that the city call for a cease-fire in Gaza. The unusual tension suggests a changing Boulder.
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nintendolife.com Tech ·
Video: Street Fighter 6 Showcases Four New Character Outfits
The new DLC drops this week
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freep.com Top stories ·
Santa Ono, former University of Michigan president, rejected for Florida job
Santa Ono resigned his job at the University of Michigan last month when he was named the sole finalist for the top job at the University of Florida.
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ign.com Tech ·
Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour: So, Is it Worth $10? - IGN
Nintendo Switch 2 World Tour is a charming, light experience that grants fascinating context to the hardware it’s designed around, and it’d be great if all Switch 2 owners could check it out in between Mario Kart World sessions on launch day. Instead, everyone has to decide if it’s worth their $10 to learn about the Switch 2 cartridge slot and watch an HDR fireworks display, and the whole conversation surrounding Welcome Tour has suffered because of Nintendo’s irritating decision to charge for it.
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espn.com Top stories ·
Barber details medical emergency that nixed fight
UFC flyweight Maycee Barber told ESPN on Tuesday that a medical complication in her locker room during warmups Saturday led to the last-minute cancellation of her UFC Fight Night bout against Erin Blanchfield.
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9to5mac.com Tech ·
Exclusive: iOS 26 to bring new features for Messages, CarPlay, and more - 9to5Mac
Based on information shared with 9to5Mac, here are five features that have flown under the radar and that might be announced on Monday.
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Some House Republicans Have Regrets After Passing Trump’s Domestic Policy Bill
The sprawling legislation carrying President Trump’s domestic agenda squeaked through the House with one vote to spare, but some Republicans now say they didn’t realize what they voted for.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Booker, Cruz spar over threats to US judges in fiery Senate exchange
Sens. Booker and Cruz clash over threats to federal judges during Trump's term, highlighting political tensions and judicial safety concerns in a Senate hearing.
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The New 2025 Apple iPad and iPad Air Have Just Dropped in Price Ahead of Father's Day - IGN
Both the iPad and iPad Air are on sale today.
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US growth likely to slow to 1.6% this year, hobbled by Trump's trade wars, OECD says
U.S. economic growth will slow to 1.6% this year from 2.8% last year as President Donald Trump’s erratic trade wars disrupt global commerce, drive up costs and leave businesses and consumers paralyzed by uncertainty
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Tom Girardi, Former High-Profile Lawyer, Gets 7 Years in Prison for Embezzlement
Known for winning a record settlement for the environmental activist Erin Brockovich, he was found guilty last year of embezzling millions of dollars of his clients’ settlement money.
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ft.com Top stories ·
BlackRock removed from Texas blacklist after climate policy rollback
Decision allows state funds to buy shares in the asset manager and invest in its funds following three-year boycott
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Mario Kart World's Open World Isn't What You Think It Is - IGN
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military.com Top stories ·
Hegseth Orders Navy to Strip Name of Gay Rights Icon Harvey Milk from Ship
A new name for the Harvey Milk was not given but, according to the memo, Hegseth and Phelan are planning to announce the new name aboard the USS Constitution, the oldest commissioned Navy ship.
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White House restores legal status of child with life-threatening illness
After national outcry, Trump officials reverses decision to end humanitarian parole for four-year-old and family
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wpr.org Top stories ·
Milwaukee man charged with identity theft for allegedly writing letter that led to arrest of man by ICE agents
A Milwaukee man is facing criminal charges after he admitted to sending letters threatening President Donald Trump under an immigrant's name, telling police his plan was to have the man deported.
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PlayStation State of Play June 2025: How to Watch and What to Expect - IGN
PlayStation's next State of Play is set for June 4 and promises an over 40-minute look at the future of PS5. This watch guide will provide you with everything you need to know to watch the big show and what you can expect from it.
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Steelers send letter to fans angry about players attending Donald Trump rally: Reports
QB Mason Rudolph, safety Miles Killebrew and former Steelers RB Rocky Bleier attended the rally last Friday.
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Hiker found dead, daughter remains missing on Mount Katahdin in Maine: Officials
Tim Keiderling and Esther Keiderling, both of Ulster Park, New York, set out to hike the summit on Sunday, officials said.
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Isro's Shubhanshu Shukla: Indian pilot set for historic space journey on Axiom-4
Shubhanshu Shukla will be only the second Indian to travel to space and the first-ever to visit ISS.
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gainesville.com Top stories ·
Florida higher ed board stuns UF, blocks Santa Ono from becoming president
The selection of the former UM president faced backlash from GOP leaders over his handling of pro-Palestine encampments and his past support of DEI.