Press review · Monday, 26 May 2025
26 May 2025
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theguardian.com Top stories ·
Fema chief tells staff he did not know US has hurricane season
Staff reportedly baffled after remark from David Richardson – but spokesperson says comment was a joke
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lufkindailynews.com Top stories ·
In wake of deep cuts, NOAA says it will hire for 'mission-critical' weather service positions
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says it will hire for “mission-critical field positions” amid expert warnings that the weather service is too short-staffed to warn people of the dangers
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bbc.com Top stories ·
Exercise improves colon cancer survival, major study shows
Risk of dying was cut by a third after colon cancer patients dialled up exercise levels.
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npr.org Top stories ·
A runway under construction at Newark's beleaguered airport reopens early
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy praised airport officials, unions and workers for completing the estimated 60-day project 13 days early. The Newark airport has been hobbled by delays.
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nytimes.com Top stories ·
Antonio Delgado, Hochul’s No. 2, Will Challenge Her in Governor’s Race
Mr. Delgado, New York’s lieutenant governor, said he would take on Gov. Kathy Hochul in next year’s Democratic primary because her tenure had lacked “bold, decisive” leadership.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Trump administration open to allowing Iran to continue some uranium enrichment for undetermined length of time
An Axios report revealed the United States will allow Iran to continue limited uranium enrichement under certain conditions as part of its nuclear deal with the country.
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fox9.com Top stories ·
Air quality alert for Minnesota extended until Wednesday due to smoke
Smoke from wildfires burning in Canada will impact air quality in Minnesota Monday into Wednesday. Here's what to expect:
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desmoinesregister.com Top stories ·
Iowa Democratic Rep. and minor league pitcher J.D. Scholten to run against Sen. Joni Ernst
Democratic Iowa state Rep. J.D. Scholten is launching a run for the U.S. Senate, seeking to take on Republican U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst in 2026.
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wccftech.com Tech ·
ESO Seasons of the Worm Cult Dev Q&A - 'There's Tons of Exciting Stuff We Haven't Talked About That's Coming to the Game'
The Elder Scrolls Online launches Seasons of the Worm Cult today on PC and Mac, and we've got all the details straight from the developers.
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techcrunch.com Tech ·
Microsoft Bing gets a free Sora-powered AI video generator | TechCrunch
For the first time, OpenAI's Sora video generator will be available for free as it comes to the Microsoft Bing app.
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cbsnews.com Top stories ·
Sen. Joni Ernst defends her "we all are going to die" comments: "I'm very compassionate"
Sen. Joni Ernst's comment that "we all are going to die" to a town hall attendee criticizing proposed changes to Medicaid has attracted attention.
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eventhubs.com Tech ·
Capcom confirms that balance changes for all characters are coming to Street Fighter 6 with the Elena patch
Elena is set to technically be released in a couple of days as a DLC character in Street Fighter 6 due to time zone differences. Of course, we're also expecting numerous balance adjustments with the upcoming patch.Over the ...
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White House releases new official Trump portrait. See it here.
The updated version shows President Trump in a slightly different light than two previous official portraits.
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politico.eu Top stories ·
Defiant Tusk to call confidence vote to reassert his authority in Poland after election setback
With domestic reform prospects in tatters, Polish PM aims to regain the initiative.
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gamesradar.com Tech ·
Stellar Blade dev's game reveal sparks AI art accusations, sounds like its own take on Genshin Impact, and surprises nobody with art so horny I can't show you the whole thing here
Project Witches is now Project Spirits, and looks about as you'd expect
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John Brenkus, Who Merged Sports and Science on TV, Dies at 53
His “Sport Science” program was whimsical and fun, showing how golfers can drive balls so far and how snowboarders’ quad flips generated G-forces.
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foxbusiness.com Top stories ·
Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration from ending TSA collective bargaining rights
A federal judge is blocking the Trump administration's attempt to end collective bargaining rights for TSA employees, siding with the AFGE against an order from the DHS.
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Jonathan Joss, "King of the Hill" voice actor, shot and killed in San Antonio, police say
Jonathan Joss was known for lending his voice to the role of John Redcorn in the animated sitcom "King of the Hill."
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androidpolice.com Tech ·
Android 16's Material 3 Expressive design is already rolling out to one of Google's biggest apps
Android 16's Material 3 Expressive is now rolling out to this popular Google app, but here is why you might still not get it right now
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arstechnica.com Tech ·
Microsoft wants a version of USB-C that “just works” consistently across all PCs
USB-C ports have always supported different capabilities on different systems.
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Trump Administration to Open Alaska Wilderness to Drilling and Mining
The Interior Department plans to repeal Biden-era protections across the state’s ecologically sensitive North Slope.
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South Koreans Begin Voting to Elect a New President
The election is a big step toward stabilizing the country. But daunting challenges at home and from abroad await the new leader.
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abcnews.go.com Top stories ·
Democrat announces run against Ernst after her 'We're all going to die' comments
Democrat J.D. Scholten, a Iowa state rep and pro baseball player, will take on Republican Sen. Joni Ernst in 2026 -- in part because of her comments about Medicaid cuts.
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purexbox.com Tech ·
Xbox Quietly Releases New 4TB Expansion Card For Series X|S
Update: Suddenly taken down at Best Buy
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techradar.com Tech ·
Can’t upgrade your laptop to Windows 11? Asus joins Microsoft’s campaign urging you to buy a new Copilot+ PC, and I’m not sure that’s wise
It’s sweeping environmental concerns under the carpet
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Jess Phillips apologises for grooming gangs report delay
Home Office minister Jess Phillips tells MPs an audit into grooming gangs will be published "very shortly".
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Stock futures are little changed after S&P 500 kicks off June with a modest gain: Live updates
The three major stock averages started June trading on a positive note.
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esquire.com Top stories ·
Senator Joni Ernst Says to “Embrace” Jesus Instead of Actually Apologizing for Her Callous Behavior
We don’t need Medicaid in heaven anyway.
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thecut.com Top stories ·
Greta Thunberg Is Sailing to Gaza
On June 1, the climate activist set sail aboard an activist ship hoping to break Israel’s naval blockade and deliver aid to Palestinians.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Ukraine-Russia peace talks yield no ceasefire, Zelenskyy warns Putin should not be 'rewarded'
Ukraine reviews Russia's ceasefire terms after failed talks. Zelenskyy emphasizes no rewards for Putin and highlights NATO's importance in curbing Russian aggression.
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variety.com Tech ·
New ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ Single-Player Video Game in the Works
"Dungeons & Dragons" IP owner Wizards of the Coast is moving on from its "Baldur's Gate" video game franchise with a new single-player game.
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federalnewsnetwork.com Top stories ·
No pay raise for federal employees in 2026 budget request
Unlike the "skinny" budget released in early May, the administration did include funding requests for OPM, Education and independent agencies like CFBP.
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npr.org Top stories ·
Homeland Security pulls down list of 'sanctuary' cities and counties after backlash
The list included dozens of cities and counties that DHS said was in noncompliance with federal statutes and had come under intense criticism from some mayors and law enforcement.
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Economists Question G.O.P. Bill: Why Increase the Deficit in Good Times?
Huge deficits are already making bond investors nervous. Economists warn that could make it harder to respond to future crises.
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tomsguide.com Tech ·
9 gaming laptop deals I'd get right now — save on Acer, Dell and more
Plus, get $350 off a new RTX 5080-based machine
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independent.co.uk Top stories ·
Diddy’s ex-assistant explains why she stayed silent about alleged assault
Former assistant spent three days testifying about the mental, physical, emotional, verbal and sexual abuse she allegedly endured at Combs’ hands
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pbs.org Top stories ·
Putin 'is preparing for more war,’ GOP senator warns after meeting with Zelenskyy and Macron
Two U.S. senators are warning that Russian President Vladimir Putin is stalling on peace while preparing a fresh military offensive against Ukraine.
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ft.com Top stories ·
Poland’s new president puts EU billions and trade goals at risk
Karol Nawrocki’s victory in the Polish presidential election will also strengthen Euroscepticism in central Europe, officials fear
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Outcry after Boston teen arrested by Ice agents on way to volleyball practice
Ice admits officials were seeking father of Marcelo Gomes Da Silva, 18, but agency chief defends detention
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pcgamesn.com Tech ·
Brutal sci-fi open-world game is a bold reimagining of the genre with the best exploration since Elden Ring
With brutal melee combat and a brave approach to open-world exploration, my hands-on Hell is Us preview proves this is one to watch.
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China accuses US of ‘seriously violating’ trade truce
Beijing says it will safeguard its interests after Donald Trump claimed it had ‘totally violated’ agreement
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Live updates: Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow mass layoff plan; Senate prepares to take up GOP megabill
Live updates and the latest news on the Trump administration live updates as Congress returns to Republican agenda bill and the Supreme Court enters its busiest month for rulings.
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Disney lays off hundreds of employees across film, TV and other units
Walt Disney Co. confirmed it is laying off several hundred employees as part of a cost-cutting measure.
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Drinking Coffee Is Associated With a Longer, Healthier Life, According to a New Study
A new study of over 47,000 women found links between coffee drinking and healthy aging. Here’s what we know.
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Jonathan Joss, ‘King of the Hill’ Voice Actor, Is Fatally Shot by Neighbor, Police Say
A neighbor in San Antonio who opened fire on the actor during a dispute was charged with murder, the authorities said. Mr. Joss also appeared in “Parks and Recreation.”
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Madeleine McCann: Police launch new search in Portugese town
German police will launch a new search this week in the holiday town where she went missing in 2007.
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npr.org Top stories ·
Sen. Ernst doubles down on bleak response to Medicaid grilling
The Republican senator offered a glib response to constituent questions at a town hall regarding cuts to Medicaid under the Trump-endorsed One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
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Russia and Ukraine fail again to agree ceasefire but commit to prisoner swap
The two warring sides remain far apart on how to end the conflict after a second round of talks in Turkey.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Beverly Hills Hotel employee takes the stand in Diddy's sex trafficking trial
The cross-examination of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ former assistant continues Monday. The rapper’s ex-employee, testifying under the pseudonym ‘Mia,’ claimed he sexually assaulted her multiple times.
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insidehighered.com Top stories ·
Trump Proposes Cut to Max Pell in Order to Avert Shortfall
The administration’s proposed budget also defunds TRIO. Some programs are already losing funding, according to one association.