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Barge hits a bridge in Texas, damaging the structure and causing an oil spill
Officials say a barge has hit a bridge in Galveston, Texas, spilling oil into surrounding waters and closing the only road connecting the city to Pelican IslandABC News - Top stories -
Speaker Mike Johnson defends joining Trump at his New York trial, calls case 'an atrocity'
House Speaker Mike Johnson defended visiting Donald Trump at his New York trial and said he doesn't expect another motion to remove him as speaker.NBC News - Top stories - New York -
Slovak PM Robert Fico fights for life after assassination attempt
Robert Fico was attacked outside a cultural centre in the town of Handlova, and a suspect was detained.BBC News - Top stories -
If you think you can't focus for long, you're right
Your attention span has shrunk by nearly two minutes in the past 20 years, driven in part by technology's hold over your work and home life, experts say. Here's how to stay focused so you can get things done.CNN - Top stories -
Brittney and Cherelle Griner expecting a baby boy in July
Brittney and Cherelle Griner announced that they are expecting a baby boy named Bash in July. The couple celebrated with friends and family recently at their baby shower.CBS News - Top stories -
17% of Voters Blame Biden for the End of Roe
The mistaken belief, in a new poll, shows how even as abortion is mobilizing Democrats, confusion over the issue is also a challenge.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
GameStop’s meme rally will likely be a series of ‘descending spikes,’ says market-cycles expert
“All of the GameStop rallies have been pretty spiky.”MarketWatch - Business -
Stars Like Caitlin Clark Sent the WNBA's Popularity Peaking, But Sustained Success is No Slam Dunk
The league kicked off its 28th season with an array of marketable stars. The challenge is turning the hype into sustained mass market growth.Inc. - Business -
Haley draws support from Trump in Maryland, Nebraska, West Virginia primaries
Former GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley garnered significant shares of the vote in three Republican primaries Tuesday, despite dropping of the race over two months ago. In Maryland, Haley brought in 20 percent of the vote to former President ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
US Secretary of State Blinken announces $2 billion arms deal for Ukraine; mostly from package approved last month
US Secretary of State Blinken announces $2 billion arms deal for Ukraine; mostly from package approved last monthABC News - World - Ukraine -
Russia-Ukraine war live: Blinken announces $2bn in aid as Russia claims to have taken more settlements and Zelenskiy cancels trips
US secretary of state says ammunition, armoured vehicles and missiles will be rushed to frontline as Moscow says it has captured more territory. Here are some of the latest images from the newswires:. Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhailo ...The Guardian - World - Russia -
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Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
Delivery Hero, Vodafone and more in the latest Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Despite Bird Flu Risk, Raw-Milk Drinkers Are Undaunted
As H5N1 continues its spread among US cow herds, raw milk enthusiasts remain utterly unfazed.Wired - Tech -
Billionaire Frank McCourt Plans Bid for TikTok in U.S.
The real-estate mogul said he is organizing a bid to acquire platform, saying he will put users and data security at the center of its design and purpose.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Tiktok -
Paris garbage collectors lift strike threat ahead of Olympic Games
Paris garbage collectors have lifted the strike notice that threatened to leave the French capital facing piles of rubbish during the Olympic GamesABC News - Sports -
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'See you Game 7': Timberwolves still confident down 3-2
Despite dropping their past three games, Minnesota says it still has life.ESPN - Sports -
Dutch far right poised to form coalition government
Anti-Islam firebrand Geert Wilders agrees to stay out of new cabinet, but his party will field ministersFinancial Times - World - Netherlands -
Voice-cloning technology bringing a key Supreme Court moment to 'life'
The use of a voice-cloning technology marrying old audio clips to an actor's narration is bringing an historic U.S. Supreme Court decision to lifeABC News - Tech -
After 34 years, David Hockney's magnificent 'Turandot' sets get resurrected in L.A.
A three-decades-old design by David Hockney has been taken out of storage in Modesto, trucked south and reassembled for L.A. Opera's 'Turandot' opening this week.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Ange Postecoglou warns of 'fragile' foundations at Tottenham after revealing 48 hours
Spurs UCL qualification hopes are done as the manager painted a gloomy picture of the current state of the clubCBS Sports - Sports -
What is the celebrity 'blockout' over the war in Gaza?
Some social media users are calling out celebrities for what they say is inaction in the face of a humanitarian crisis in Gaza — and they’ve taken to a “blockout” to pressure the stars to take a standABC News - Entertainment -
Emma Seppälä Has Thoughts on How to Avoid Kneejerk Decisions
The psychologist studies how to recognize emotions and cope with them. She learned the hard way.The New York Times - Health -
Marvel Updates Release Windows For Agatha, Daredevil, And Ironheart
Earlier in May, Disney CEO Bob Iger told investors that Marvel's live-action shows would now be limited to two per year. And at today's Disney upfront presentation, Marvel revealed its release windows for its next three shows. First up is Agatha, ...GameSpot - Tech -
This ain't Iowa anymore: Clark learns hard lesson in WNBA debut
Caitlin Clark's 10-turnover outing showed she'll have to adapt to the WNBA's physicality, especially against opponents as strong as the Sun.Yahoo Sports - Sports - WNBA -
With America Off-Limits, China EV Makers Aim to Conquer Rest of World
Carmakers in China are accelerating a sales push in Europe and Southeast Asia and are looking to produce more abroad.The Wall Street Journal - Business - China -
US encouraging Arab states to join multinational postwar force in Gaza
Western and Arab officials say Egypt, the UAE and Morocco are considering the initiativeFinancial Times - Business -
OpenAI’s Chief Scientist, Ilya Sutskever, Is Leaving the Company
In November, Ilya Sutskever joined three other OpenAI board members to force out Sam Altman, the chief executive, before saying he regretted the move.The New York Times - Tech -
Fossil Catches Starfish Cousin in the Act of Cloning Itself
The brittle star specimen suggests that the sea creatures have been splitting themselves in two to reproduce for more than 150 million years.The New York Times - Science -
Here's everything to expect from Wednesday's key report on inflation
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics will provide the consumer price index data Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. ET.CNBC - Business -
The W.N.B.A. Is Entering a New Era, and It Will Never Be the Same
Skyrocketing viewership, sold-out arenas and young stars highlight a period defined by explosive changes, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Sports -
Who Are the Hosts of the Met Gala?
Which brother is Chris Hemsworth, again? Meet the co-chairs of the party of the year.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
How Biden came around to debating Trump: From the Politics Desk
How President Joe Biden came around to challenging Donald Trump to two general elections debates, with the first on June 27 in Atlanta hosted by CNN.NBC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Moment leading up to shooting of Slovak PM
Robert Fico was shot as he left a meeting in Handlova, Slovakia. A suspect has been arrested.BBC News - Top stories -
The latest on Russia's war in Ukraine
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced $2 billion in military financing for Ukraine as Russia is pushing into northeastern part of the country. Follow for live news updates.CNN - Top stories - Ukraine -
In About-Face, Wall Street’s Big Donors Warm to Trump
They may “hate the man,” as one put it, but major business players from coast to coast are increasingly on board for a second term after the first one alienated them.The New York Times - Top stories - Donald Trump -
What to know about the deadly escape of French prisoner 'The Fly'
A manhunt continued Wednesday for a fugitive dubbed "The Fly" and accomplices wielding machine guns who facilitated the convicted criminal's escape, authorities said.ABC News - Top stories -
Inflation slows in April, gas and housing prices still up in latest CPI report
The Consumer Price Index rose by 0.3% in April, a smaller than anticipated increase that signals inflation is cooling. Prices have gone up 3.4% over the last 12 months. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more.CBS News - Top stories -
Card payments remain a ‘challenge’ for legal cannabis as major banks avoid the sector. Changing classification won’t help.
Standard credit card transactions remain elusive but more financial services firms are moving into the space.MarketWatch - Business