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Trump Defends WH Ballroom as Security Shield
President Donald Trump on Tuesday defended construction of the new White House ballroom as both a long-overdue modernization project and a critical national security upgrade designed to protect future presidents and the nation's capital.
Tue, 19 May 2026 10:57:51 EDTLawyers for Accused Kirk Killer: Seal Evidence
Lawyers for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk will make their case Tuesday to close portions of a key hearing and seal some evidence after a judge rejected their request to ban news cameras from court.
Tue, 19 May 2026 10:53:51 EDTReport: Trump Slams Ruling on WH Ballroom Security Bill
During a phone conversation with Senate Majority Leader John Thune, President Donald Trump reportedly criticized the Senate parliamentarian's decision to remove security funding for the new White House ballroom from the reconciliation spending bill.
Tue, 19 May 2026 10:37:08 EDTIsraeli Forces Intercept 6 More Activist Flotilla Vessels Headed for Gaza
Israeli forces intercepted Tuesday six remaining vessels from a much larger activist flotilla attempting to challenge Israel's naval blockade of Gaza. Two other boats are still on their way to the Palestinian territory, according to the activist group's livestream.
Tue, 19 May 2026 08:00:58 EDTExperimental Ultrasound Therapy Treats Alzheimer's
An innovative treatment for Alzheimer's disease may be on the horizon. Japanese medical startup Sound Wave Innovation announced that it has raised about $17 million to fund an ongoing late-stage clinical trial that uses ultrasound wave therapy to treat early-stage...
Tue, 19 May 2026 10:27:09 EDTUS Seeks Access to Ukraine Drone Technology in Proposed Defense Deal
The United States is seeking access to Ukrainian defense technology and intellectual property as part of a potential drone agreement that remains under review at the highest levels of government, according to a person familiar with the discussions.
Tue, 19 May 2026 09:56:20 EDTMeta Shifts 7,000 Workers to AI Ahead of Layoffs
Meta is moving 7,000 employees into artificial intelligence-focused roles as the social media giant prepares to cut roughly 8,000 workers this week in a sweeping corporate shakeup driven by CEO Mark Zuckerberg's AI push, Bloomberg reports.
Tue, 19 May 2026 09:52:25 EDTRussia Conducts Major Nuclear Drills
Russia on Tuesday begins three days of nuclear drills that will include the launch of ballistic and cruise missiles, the defense ministry said. The exercises, involving 64,000 people and 7,800 pieces of military equipment, will rehearse...
Tue, 19 May 2026 09:31:45 EDTJapan's Naphtha Crunch Fuels Inflation Fears Amid Oil Crisis
Japan's government is scrambling to ease public fears over worsening shortages of naphtha, an oil-derived product used in everything from plastics and medical supplies to printing ink, as the Middle East conflict disrupts energy supplies and drives inflation higher.
Tue, 19 May 2026 08:57:14 EDTIran Lawmakers Push $58 Million Bounty on Trump
Iran's parliament reportedly is considering a bill calling for the assassination of both President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Tue, 19 May 2026 08:36:08 EDTPelosi Backs 'Mamdani' of San Francisco for Her Seat
Nancy Pelosi may have served decades in Congress, but her political legacy could also include her recently endorsed candidate to replace her in the House.
Tue, 19 May 2026 08:37:01 EDTGaza Board of Peace Reports Funding 'Gap', Urges Quicker Disbursement
The gap between funding pledges and disbursement for President Donald Trump's Gaza rebuilding plan must be closed urgently, the "Board of Peace" has said in a report, identifying a potential cash crunch in a plan estimated to cost $70 billion.
Tue, 19 May 2026 08:41:25 EDTXi Tells Trump That Putin May Regret Ukraine War
Chinese President Xi Jinping reportedly told President Donald Trump that Russian President Vladimir Putin may end up regretting his invasion of Ukraine.
Tue, 19 May 2026 07:49:48 EDTPelosi Endorses Connie Chan in Race to Succeed Her in Congress
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Monday endorsed San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan in the crowded Democrat race to succeed her in Congress, throwing her political influence behind a candidate viewed as one of the leading contenders in the June 2 primary.
Tue, 19 May 2026 06:57:25 EDTNorth Korea Is 'Wild Card' of Iran War
North Korea has long been one of the world's most dangerous wild cards, but the growing conflict surrounding Iran may present Kim Jong Un with a moment he has spent years preparing for.
Tue, 19 May 2026 07:30:45 EDTWHO Expresses Concern Over Scale, Speed of Ebola Outbreak
At least 131 deaths and over 500 suspected cases have been reported in the latest Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo, the Congolese health ministry said Tuesday as the World Health Organization's head expressed concern over the "scale and speed of the epidemic."
Tue, 19 May 2026 07:36:09 EDTMassie Predicts Victory After 'Crazy' Hegseth Endorsement
Rep. Thomas Massie predicted victory Tuesday despite a costly Republican primary battle against Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallrein that has drawn nearly $20 million in outside spending.
Tue, 19 May 2026 06:46:10 EDTPollster Allocco to Newsmax: Rep. Massie Trails Gallrein
Rep. Thomas Massie faces a serious primary challenge Tuesday, with polling expert Patrick Allocco telling Newsmax that President Donald Trump’s endorsement of challenger Ed Gallrein has reshaped the race.
Mon, 18 May 2026 21:46:45 EDTJon Voight Lobbies Trump Over Hollywood Tax Breaks
Actor Jon Voight met with President Donald Trump earlier this year to advocate for a federal tax credit intended to help boost film and TV production in the United States, representatives of the actor said on Monday.
Mon, 18 May 2026 19:42:06 EDTMore GOP Lawmakers Signal Backing Limits on Iran Conflict
A growing number of Republicans are signaling they could soon join Democrats in helping to pass a resolution limiting President Donald Trump's use of military force against Iran.
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