House Republican Proposes Bill to Wind Down the Iran War
Representative Tom Barrett, a Michigan Republican facing a tough re-election race, introduced a bill to impose limits on the use of military force in Iran and end the fighting this summer.
Month: May 2026
China Sentences 2 Former Defense Ministers on Bribery Charges
Gen. Wei Fenghe and Gen. Li Shangfu are likely to spend the rest of their lives in prison after receiving suspended death sentences.
Trump Administration Lifts Ban on ‘Cyanide Bombs’ on Public Lands
[The Bureau of Land Management will allow the use of the spring-loaded traps, which can kill coyotes and other animals that prey on livestock.
Art Abounds on Campuses Outside of New York City
Academic museums at Princeton, Yale, Cornell and Skidmore have organized several standout exhibitions, worth a venture beyond TEFAF New York.
Man Arrested on Suspicion of Carrying Weapon Near Former Prince Andrew’s Home
The police in Britain said that a suspect was in custody after reports he had behaved in an “intimidating manner.”
Iran thanks Pakistan for repatriating nationals from seized vessels, praises diplomatic support
FM Dar and Araghchi exchange views on recent regional developments, ongoing diplomatic efforts Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Photo: Files Iran thanked Pakistan on Thursday for facilitating the repatriation of its nationals from seized vessels while also appreciating the latter’s diplomatic and humanitarian support amid the negotiation process with the United States. … Read more
Pakistan, Qatar vow for facilitating ongoing peace efforts Middle East
Qatar premier expresses ‘deep appreciation’ for Pakistan’s continued efforts to bring peace and stability to region PM Shehbaz Sharif and PM Qatar vow for peace efforts in the region. PHOTOS: REUTERS Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and his Qatari counterpart reaffirmed their strong commitment to facilitating ongoing efforts to ensure lasting peace in the region … Read more
Trump Panel Recommends FEMA Respond to Fewer Disasters
[A White House task force also called for speeding up aid, but some of its ideas would require action by Congress to become reality.
Warner Bros Discovery posts higher streaming revenue as HBO Max expands abroad
HBO Max international expansion drives revenue and user growth, now over 140 million total subscribers A sign for the Warner Brothers Discovery Techwood Turner Broadcasting campus in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. March 18, 2026. REUTERS/Megan Varner/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights Warner Bros Discovery’s streaming unit posted better-than-expected quarterly revenue growth on Wednesday, as HBO Max‘s expansion overseas … Read more
Israel Says It Killed a Hezbollah Chief Near Beirut, Testing the Truce
The strike was the first near the Lebanese capital since a cease-fire that has curbed fighting but not halted it. Washington is pushing for a lasting peace, hoping it will ease diplomacy with Iran.