Stephen Colbert’s Last ‘Late Show’: Laughing Well Is the Best Revenge
[The “Late Show” cancellation was a disappointment. But a surreally lovely final episode turned it into a cancellebration.
Month: May 2026
Google Appeals Landmark Ruling Declaring It a Monopolist in Search
Google asked a federal appeals court on Friday to reverse a judge’s ruling that it had violated antitrust laws, as well as a requirement it share some data with rivals.
Regional Mediators Rush to Save U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire
Pakistan and Qatar have dispatched teams to Tehran under the looming threat of resumed war, after weeks of diplomacy failed to produce an agreement.
Lilly Singh says being 37 and unmarried is just part of the journey
Indian-Canadian host reflects on fame, purpose, and rejecting pressure around marriage and success in her 30s Indian-Canadian host, author and actor Lilly Singh, also known as “Superwoman”, spoke to Variety about her journey from a small-time vlogger to a global entertainer, reflecting on career growth, philanthropy, travel and work-life balance. In the interview, Singh discussed the … Read more
Slot says he shares Salah ambition for Liverpool
LONDON: Arne Slot said on Friday he and Mohamed Salah both want what is best for Liverpool after the Egyptian appeared to take aim at the Dutchman on his way out of the club. Salah’s storied nine-year spell at Anfield will come to a close after Sunday’s clash against Brentford. Liverpool still need a point … Read more
Sindh announces four-day Eidul Azha holidays
The Sindh government on Friday announced four holidays on account of Eidul Azha next week. According to the notification, general holidays will be observed across the province from May 26 to May 29, with Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday declared public holidays. “The government of Sindh hereby declares 26th, 27th, 28th and 29th May, 2026 (Tuesday, Wednesday, … Read more
Floods kill 24 across Afghanistan in recent days
Stormy weather has brought rain across Afghanistan since late March, triggering floods, landslides, and damages Afghan residents clear sludge from a street after heavy rain showers induced flash floods in the Khash district of Badakhshan province on May 22, 2026. PHOTO: AFP Heavy rain and floods have killed at least 24 people in the past … Read more
Europeans Remain Wary After Trump Promises to Send Troops to Poland
President Trump said he would send 5,000 troops to Poland, part of a back-and-forth that has left European leaders reeling.
Five Horror Movies to Stream Now
Evil this month looks just plain weird, from a despairing children’s TV show to a demonic buffet.
Palmer, Foden left out of Eng squad
Phil Foden and Cole Palmer have been left out of England’s World Cup squad. Photo: AFP/File LONDON: Cole Palmer and Phil Foden were among a number of high-profile players left out of Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad announced on Friday. Real Madrid’s Trent Alexander Arnold was also omitted, with Saudi-based Al-Ahli striker Ivan Toney the … Read more