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Two American Men Arrested for Trespassing at Viral Macaque’s Enclosure in Japan
Two American men were arrested in Ichikawa, Japan, after one climbed into a macaque enclosure while the other filmed the incident on May 17.
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Three youths arrested after at least 10 shootings injure four in Austin, Texas
Austin police arrested three youths linked to a series of at least 10 shootings that wounded four people across the city.
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US Rejects Iran’s Proposal, Demands Limits on Nuclear Sites and Frozen Assets
The US rejected Iran’s war-ending proposal, demanding strict nuclear limits and withholding most frozen assets, while Iran issued military warnings.
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Trump drops $10 billion IRS lawsuit as Justice Department forms $1.7 billion fund for allies
Former President Donald Trump dismissed his $10 billion IRS lawsuit as the Justice Department announced a $1.7 billion fund for his allies claiming wrongful investigations.
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US Envoy Jeff Landry Visits Greenland as US Seeks Expanded Military Presence
US special envoy Jeff Landry visited Nuuk on May 17 to discuss expanding US-Greenland ties amid military and sovereignty tensions.
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Two US Navy EA-18G Jets Collide Midair at Idaho Air Show, Four Crew Eject Safely
Two US Navy EA-18G Growler jets collided midair at Mountain Home AFB during an air show; all four crew members ejected safely.
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US and Iran Near Deal to End Conflict and Reopen Strait of Hormuz
US and Iran have nearly reached an agreement to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but key issues remain unresolved.
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U.S. Intel Says Cuba Has Over 300 Military Drones and Plans Possible Attacks
U.S. intelligence reported Cuba acquired more than 300 military drones and discussed attacks on U.S. targets including Guantanamo Bay.
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Trump warns Iran time is running out amid stalled talks and drone attacks in Gulf
US President Donald Trump warned Iran to act quickly as peace talks stall and plans a White House meeting on military options.
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Trump warns Iran to act fast on peace deal as negotiations stall amid Middle East tensions
President Donald Trump warned Iran on May 17 to move quickly on a peace deal or face destruction amid stalled talks and regional conflict.
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US-Cuba tensions rise as Cuba reportedly acquires 300+ military drones, US imposes sanctions
The US deployed surveillance flights near Cuba since May 11 amid Cuban drone acquisitions and new US sanctions on Cuban officials.
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South Korean President Lee and Trump Discuss US-China Summit and Korean Peninsula in Phone Call
South Korea’s Lee Jae Myung and US President Donald Trump held a 30-minute call on May 17 to review US-China summit outcomes and regional security issues.
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White House Hosts Mass Prayer Event on National Mall to Mark America's 250th Anniversary
The White House held a nine-hour mass prayer event on May 17 on the National Mall to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and reaffirm its Christian heritage.
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US and Iran Exchange Peace Proposals Amid Fragile Ceasefire and Stalled Talks
The US and Iran have exchanged multiple peace proposals to end their ongoing conflict, with a fragile ceasefire in place since April 8.
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Senate Parliamentarian Blocks $1 Billion Security Funding for Trump’s White House Ballroom
Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough ruled May 16-17 that $1 billion in federal funding for Secret Service upgrades tied to Trump’s White House ballroom cannot be included under budget reconciliation rules.
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Trump-backed challengers defeat Republican incumbents Bill Cassidy and Thomas Massie in primaries
Trump-backed Julia Letlow and Ed Gallrein ousted incumbents Bill Cassidy and Thomas Massie in May GOP primaries.
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Venezuela deports Maduro ally Alex Saab to the United States on money laundering charges
Alex Saab, close ally of former Venezuelan president Maduro, was deported to the US on May 16, 2026, facing money laundering charges.
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David Venturella named acting ICE director amid private prison ties
David Venturella, former GEO Group executive, appointed acting ICE director to replace Todd Lyons at end of May 2026.
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Iranian-born US citizen pleads guilty to alien smuggling and child abuse charges in New York
Sharon Gohari pleaded guilty to federal charges of alien smuggling and possessing child sexual abuse material in Brooklyn court.
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South Carolina Senate Rejects Trump-Backed Redistricting Plan 29-17
South Carolina state senators voted 29-17 against a redistricting plan backed by Trump that targeted Democrat James Clyburn’s district.
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Hantavirus outbreak linked to cruise ship causes 11 cases, 3 deaths worldwide
A hantavirus outbreak traced to a cruise ship has infected 11 people globally, killing 3, with US authorities monitoring 18 passengers.
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e.l.f. Cosmetics co-founder Scott Vincent Borba to be ordained Catholic priest May 23
Scott Vincent Borba, co-founder of e.l.f. Cosmetics, will be ordained a Catholic priest in Visalia, California, on May 23, 2026.
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US deports 27 cruise ship workers linked to child sexual exploitation material
U.S. Customs and Border Protection deported 27 cruise ship workers for involvement with child sexual exploitation material following a San Diego investigation.
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US Senate passes resolution to suspend senators' pay during government shutdowns
The US Senate approved a resolution to withhold senators' salaries during government shutdowns, effective after the 2026 midterm elections.