Press review · Monday, 26 May 2025
26 May 2025
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cbsnews.com Top stories ·
Trump commutes sentence of former Gangster Disciples leader Larry Hoover
Hoover, 74, still faces the remainder of a 200-year sentence in Illinois for the 1973 murder of William "Pooky" Young.
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npr.org Top stories ·
Peruvian farmer loses landmark climate case against German energy giant
A Peruvian farmer has lost a decade-long legal climate case against Germany energy giant RWE. Saúl Luciano Lliuya claimed the company's emissions had contributed to glacial melt threatening his Andean hometown.
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nytimes.com Top stories ·
Bears QB Caleb Williams insists ‘I wanted to come here’ in response to book details
Williams acknowledged Seth Wickersham's upcoming book has been a distraction, so he wanted to address it on Wednesday.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Elon Musk emboldens GOP critics of Trump’s big bill: From the Politics Desk
Plus, how Trump is reshaping the postwar alliance between the U.S. and Europe.
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videogameschronicle.com Tech ·
Persona 4 actor seemingly confirms remake by saying Atlus doesn’t want to hire him for it | VGC
Rumours of a Persona 4 remake have persisted for years…
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ft.com Top stories ·
Pension fund investors demand Elon Musk work 40-hour week at Tesla
Shareholders say EV maker is in ‘crisis’ and call for succession planning
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timesofindia.indiatimes.com Top stories ·
'It's called negotiation': Trump denies 'chickening out' on tariffs when asked about TACO trade - Times of India
US News: President Trump defended his tariff negotiation tactics, dismissing claims he backs down from threats. He argued that announcing high tariffs and then
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Todd and Julie Chrisley's pardons came after intervention by their daughter
Attorney Alex Little said he supplied President Donald Trump with a binder filled with court documents and testimonials to convince him to release the couple.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
FDA chief says pregnant women should decide on Covid vaccine with doctors
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s decision to revoke the Covid vaccine recommendation for pregnant women has raised alarm among OB-GYNs.
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npr.org Top stories ·
Shooting outside Jewish museum raises questions about shifts in political violence
If the suspect in the recent D.C. case planned to kill people because of their Jewish faith, this would represent a major anomaly in lethal, antisemitic violence.
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dw.com Top stories ·
Ukraine: Merz announces long-range weapons with Zelenskyy – DW – 05/29/2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin to discuss further military support. Follow DW for updates.
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ft.com Top stories ·
Nvidia quarterly revenue surges nearly 70% despite China curbs
US chipmaker’s share price rises even as it takes $4.5bn charge linked to restrictions on sales
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theconversation.com Top stories ·
There’s a new COVID variant driving up infections. A virologist explains what to know about NB.1.8.1
Early signs suggest NB.1.8.1 may be more transmissible than earlier variants, likely due to mutations in the spike protein. But there’s no evidence it’s more severe.
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people.com Top stories ·
When Diddy’s Ex-Assistant Asked Cassie About Leaving Him, Her Reply Involved Jay-Z
Casandra "Cassie" Ventura and Sean "Diddy" Combs' relationship was the topic of conversation when his former assistant met with his attorneys to discuss working for him again.
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bbc.com Top stories ·
Swiss glacier collapse buries most of village of Blatten
Many homes in Blatten have been flattened after a large chunk of the Birch glacier fell on to the village.
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rollingstone.com Top stories ·
Andrew and Tristan Tate Charged With Rape, Human Trafficking in the U.K.
Andrew Tate, Tristan Tate have been charged with rape, human trafficking, bodily harm, and more in the U.K. following Romania sex trafficking charges.
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kotaku.com Tech ·
Rumored Persona 4 Remake Seemingly Confirmed By Voice Actor After He Claims To Have Been Recast
Atlus and Sega have yet to officially announce the long-rumored remake of the 2008 RPG
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Latest Takeaways From Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Trial: Beatings, Arson and a Denied Mistrial
A stylist told jurors Casandra Ventura wanted to escape from the music mogul over a hotel balcony, and Los Angeles authorities testified about calls to Kid Cudi’s home.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Trump confirms he told Netanyahu to back off Iran strikes amid nuclear talks
Trump advises Netanyahu to avoid military action against Iran as nuclear talks progress, highlighting tensions and diplomatic efforts to prevent conflict escalation.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Obama-nominated judge allows lawsuit targeting Musk's role with DOGE to proceed, drops claims against Trump
Obama-appointed federal judge Tanya Chutkan dismisses Trump as defendant but allows challenge pertaining to Elon Musk's DOGE work to continue.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Palantir teams up with Fannie Mae in AI push to sniff out mortgage fraud
Palantir CEO Alex Karp said the checks can be done in a way that "protects the underlying data and protects the privacy of the people submitting their forms."
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politico.eu Top stories ·
Tate brothers face UK rape charges
The Crown Prosecution Service said it had authorized charges against the brothers, who rose to prominence as key figures in the online “manosphere.”
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
ICE identifies jet ski suspects in Air Force cadet candidate's death as illegal immigrants
Two illegal immigrants from Venezuela were arrested in the death of 18-year-old Air Force cadet candidate Ava Moore, who was kayaking when she was allegedly struck by a jet ski.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Trump says he's not 'chickening out' on trade: 'It's called negotiation'
TACO, the term that stands for "Trump Always Chickens Out," describes the market reaction to Trump repeatedly announcing heavy tariffs and later pausing them.
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tmz.com Top stories ·
Cassie Gives Birth to Her Third Child
Cassie's a new mom once again ... welcoming her third child into the world ... less than 2 weeks after testifying against her ex, Diddy, at his federal trial.
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Mysterious object spotted in our galaxy is emitting X-rays and radio waves, astronomers say
Astronomers have discovered a mysterious new object in our Milky Way, which is emitting X-rays and radio waves at the same time.
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R.F.K. Jr. Sends a Message on Vaccines
The health secretary announced that Covid shots would no longer be recommended for children and pregnant women.
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theguardian.com Top stories ·
Trump says he warned Israel against attack on Iran as nuclear deal ‘very close’
US president claims he told Tel Aviv he thought agreement on Tehran’s nuclear programme could come within weeks
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abc.net.au Top stories ·
Australians in limbo as Trump says Harvard's 'getting their ass kicked'
Harvard University's Australian students' group chat is often focused on picnics and pub nights. But it's now blowing up with talk about the Trump administration's sudden move to end their enrolment.
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Trump to Nominate Emil Bove to Appeals Court
The president tapped his former defense lawyer to join the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, which covers Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Harvard revokes professor's tenure in rare move amid data manipulation allegations
Harvard University revokes Francesca Gino's tenure over data fraud allegations. Gino, known for her work on ethics, denies the claims and filed a lawsuit.
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nbcdfw.com Top stories ·
Kayaker killed on Grapevine Lake was an accomplished athlete headed for USAF Academy
We're learning more about an 18-year-old woman who was hit and killed while kayaking on Grapevine Lake over Memorial Day weekend.
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A Missouri Town Was Solidly Behind Trump. Then Carol Was Detained.
For 20 years, Carol Hui has served waffles, raised her children and embraced the small town of Kennett, Mo. Her detention and pending deportation to Hong Kong has hit the community hard.
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Checks on Migrant Children by Homeland Security Agents Stir Fear
Agents are showing up unannounced to interview minors in what the government calls “wellness checks.” Critics see the visits as part of the immigration crackdown.
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businessinsider.com Top stories ·
The TACO trade is the new Trump trade. Here's what to know about the meme ruling the stock market.
There's a new stock market meme that's guiding investors as they navigate the uncertainty of 2025. It's called TACO: Trump Always Chickens Out.
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theverge.com Tech ·
Apple is reportedly going to rename all of its operating systems
Look forward to iOS 26.
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Diddy broke his promise to monetize RockaByeBaby, Cassie's mixtape with Lil Wayne, Meek Mill: witness
A stylist for the R&B artist said Combs never released her 2013 mixtape to streaming services, depriving her of royalties and keeping her dependent.
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msnbc.com Top stories ·
Pressed on his new student visa policy, Trump seems unaware of basic details
Asked about his administration’s new student visa policy, the president seemed unsure what the reporter was talking about. This happens too often.
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Jet Ski Driver Flees After Allegedly Killing 18-Year-Old Basketball Star in Texas on Memorial Day Weekend: Police
An 18-year-old identified as Ava Moore was fatally struck by a jet ski while kayaking on Grapevine Lake in Texas on Sunday, May 25, Texas Game Wardens said in a news release. The Grapevine Police Department has released a photograph of the female suspect who allegedly fled the scene amid their investigation.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Woman severely beaten during invasion at Beanie Babies tycoon's home: report
A Nevada man is in custody after allegedly beating a woman into a coma inside the California mansion of Beanie Babies founder Ty Warner in Montecito.
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Live Updates: Trump's Ukraine War Frustrations, Elon Musk's Policy Bill Criticisms and More
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giants.com Top stories ·
Touchdowns, takeaways & top plays from OTA No. 2
Wednesday was the first time the quarterbacks competed with – and against – their new teammates in 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 situations.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
JD Vance says cryptocurrency can help everyday Americans. Here’s how many actually use it.
Data shows 17% of adults in the U.S. have ever used crypto, and the percentage that have recently used it is half that.
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ndtv.com Top stories ·
"Jobs In US Will Be Difficult": Top Education Consultant Cautions Indian Students
The United States recorded a high of 331,602 Indian students studying last year, a major increase of 23 per cent from 2023. India had surpassed China as the leading source of international students in the US for this period.
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forbes.com Tech ·
Sony’s Big PS5 Sales Are Live After Microsoft’s Xbox Price Increases
Sony is sort of a brutal opponent for Microsoft at this point, already having won the console war but taking the opportunity to rub it in at every turn.
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ign.com Tech ·
EA Cancels Black Panther Game, Closes Cliffhanger Games - IGN
Electronic Arts is canceling its planned Black Panther game and shutting down developer Cliffhanger Games, IGN has learned.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
E.l.f. Beauty to acquire Hailey Bieber skincare brand Rhode in deal valued up to $1 billion
E.l.f. Beauty is acquiring Hailey Bieber's skincare brand Rhode for up to $1 billion as it looks to reach higher-income shoppers.
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ice.gov Top stories ·
ICE Dallas apprehends Venezuelan woman who fled scene of jet ski accident that killed woman on kayak at Grapevine Lake
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in a joint operation with state and federal law enforcement, arrested Daikerlyn Alejandraa Gonzalez-Gonzalez, a 22-year-old citizen of Venezuela in Dallas, Texas, May 27, following a state warrant execution for felony manslaughter.
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Stephanie Ruhle: 'Trump always chickens out': U.S. delays E.U. tariffs, reinforcing 'TACO' trade theory
In Trump's trade war, one thing has remained constant: When he makes a tariff announcement, markets tank, and when he scales tariffs back, markets soar.
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Cuomo Proposes $20 Minimum Wage for New York City
Former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, the front-runner in the New York City mayor’s race, announced a plan to raise the city’s minimum wage to $20 an hour by 2027.