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One dead, dozens injured in Staten Island shipyard fire and explosion
One civilian died and at least 30 people were injured in a Staten Island shipyard fire and explosion on May 23, 2026.
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Iran-linked Iraqi suspect arrested for assassination plot against Ivanka Trump
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi was arrested in Turkey for plotting to assassinate Ivanka Trump and charged with 18 attacks.
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US Pentagon releases second batch of 222 declassified UFO files including videos and reports
The US Pentagon released 222 previously classified UFO documents on May 22, detailing 209 sightings near a military site and recent encounters.
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Explosion at Staten Island dry dock kills 1, injures 36 including firefighters
An explosion at a Staten Island dry dock on May 22 killed one civilian and injured 36 people, including multiple firefighters.
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Trump stays at White House amid Iran tensions, misses son's wedding in Bahamas
President Trump remained at the White House over May 22-25 to manage Iran conflict talks, skipping Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding.
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Mahmoud Khalil to appeal Supreme Court after third circuit denies rehearing in deportation case
Mahmoud Khalil’s legal team plans to appeal to the US Supreme Court after a federal appeals court denied rehearing and allowed his detention and possible deportation.
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Republicans redraw 14 House districts yet Democrats hold polling lead ahead of 2026 races
Republicans have redrawn 14 House districts to their advantage, but Democrats lead generic ballot polls by 6 points ahead of November elections.
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Donald Trump Jr. marries Bettina Anderson in Bahamas; Trump Sr. misses ceremony due to Iran talks
Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson married May 21 in Florida and celebrated May 23 in the Bahamas; President Trump stayed in DC for Iran peace talks.
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British Police Expand Probe into Former Prince Andrew Over Alleged 2010 Sexual Misconduct
British police broaden investigation of former Prince Andrew to include alleged 2010 sexual misconduct and renew calls for witnesses.
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Severe Storm Floods Multiple Boroughs in New York City on May 20, 2026
A severe thunderstorm on May 20 flooded Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and Manhattan, disrupting transport and damaging infrastructure.
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President Trump will skip Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding due to government duties and Iran conflict
President Donald Trump announced he will not attend his son Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding over government obligations amid the Iran conflict.
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US requires most foreign green card applicants to apply from abroad starting May 22
USCIS announced a new policy requiring most foreign nationals to apply for green cards from outside the US, except in extraordinary cases.
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US accuses Cuba of security threat, indicts Raul Castro amid rising tensions
The US indicted Cuba's Raul Castro on murder charges and accused Cuba of a national security threat as officials warned of possible military action.
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Spencer Pratt runs for Los Angeles mayor with Trump endorsement in crowded race
Spencer Pratt, former reality star, is running for Los Angeles mayor in the June 2 primary with Donald Trump's public support.
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U.S. House Committee Approves Bill to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent
The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee voted 48-1 to approve the Sunshine Protection Act on May 21, aiming to make permanent daylight saving time.
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Iran's Supreme Leader orders enriched uranium to remain in country amid US tensions
Iran’s Supreme Leader forbids exported enriched uranium stockpiles, escalating tensions with the US over negotiations and nuclear issues.
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Trump administration renews threat of military action against Cuba amid rising tensions
President Trump and Secretary Rubio signaled possible military action on Cuba after failed diplomacy and criminal charges against Raúl Castro.
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US Homeland Security Secretary warns of possible halt to processing at sanctuary city airports
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin warned that customs and immigration processing could stop at sanctuary city airports unless they cooperate with federal policies.
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US Secretary of State Rubio meets NATO over Iran war base access and troop withdrawals
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met NATO foreign ministers on May 22 in Sweden to address tensions over Iran war base access and troop withdrawals.
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Albino buffalo named ‘Donald Trump’ draws crowds ahead of Eid sacrifice in Bangladesh
An albino buffalo with blond hair nicknamed ‘Donald Trump’ is attracting visitors in Narayanganj before Eid al-Adha sacrifices.
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US and Iran Near Deal to Extend Ceasefire and Resume Nuclear Talks Amid Iran's Rapid Military Rebuild
US and Iran are close to agreeing on a 60-day ceasefire extension, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and restarting nuclear negotiations.
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US to send additional 5,000 troops to Poland, reversing earlier cancellation
President Trump announced the US will deploy 5,000 more troops to Poland, overturning a prior Pentagon cancellation of 4,000 troops.
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US pressures Palestinians to withdraw UN General Assembly vice-presidency bid ahead of June vote
The US has urged the Palestinian delegation to drop Ambassador Mansour’s bid for a UN General Assembly vice-presidency election on June 2, 2026.
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Pedro Almodovar Calls Trump, Netanyahu, and Putin 'Monsters' at Cannes Festival
Pedro Almodovar called US President Trump, Israeli PM Netanyahu, and Russian President Putin 'monsters' at a Cannes press conference on May 20.