US Fighter Jet Fires On, Disables Tanker Approaching Iranian Port: CENTCOM
The Iranian-flagged crude oil tanker M/T Hasna was en route to an Iranian port despite a U.S. blockade that has been in place since April 13.
Iran Announces New Toll Authority for Ships Sailing Hormuz Strait
Tehran announced the toll mechanism the same day Trump paused a U.S.-led effort to safely escort commercial ships through the strait.
FBI Searches Virginia Senate Leader’s Office
The reason for the raid is unclear.
Iran’s Oil Storage Clock Is About to Run Out
As U.S. blockade holds, Iran’s inability to store tens of millions of barrels of oil could alter the course of the war, analysts say.
Ban on Cellphones in Schools Produces Mixed Results, Study Finds
With substantial reduction in use, researchers found little or no impact on test scores, attendance, and engagement in class.
3 US Nonprofits Under Scrutiny Over Suspected CCP Funding Links
A House committee is investigating these entities as part of its efforts to expose foreign influence in the United States’ tax-exempt sector.
Armenia Shifts Toward EU After Decades in Moscow’s Embrace
The former Soviet satellite hosted its first bilateral summit with the European Union on May 5, as it loosens its ties with Russia.
Why a Taiwan Invasion Would Trigger Trillions in Global Losses | Ambassador Alexander Yui
Last year, Taiwan became the United States’ fourth largest trading partner—after Mexico, Canada, and China.
Canary Islands President Opposes Hantavirus Outbreak Cruise Ship’s Docking
The ship remains off Cape Verde where three passengers were evacuated, as Spain said it could dock at the Canary Islands, at odds with the local leader.
The Water Safety Risk Most Parents Don’t Know About
Consistent lessons are key to helping prevent drownings—and the only way to overcome swim skill hibernation.
US Approves Sale of $373 Million in Extended Range Glide Bomb Tail Kits to Ukraine
‘The proposed sale will improve Ukraine’s capability to meet current and future threats,’ the State Department said.
Thinking About Thinking: A Review of ‘A World Appears’
Michael Pollan’s ‘Journey Into Consciousness’ is relevant to everyone.
Alpha-Gal Syndrome: How a Tick Bite Triggers Sensitivity to Meat–Here Are the Causes
Unlike Lyme disease, AGS isn’t an infection, it’s an immune reaction.
‘One Scan Saved My Life’: A Lung Cancer Awareness Odyssey
Shira Kupperman Boehler eloquently revisits her life-changing encounter with the disease.
Former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani Hospitalized in Critical Condition: Spokesman
The spokesperson provided no other information about the nature of Giuliani’s condition or the reason for his hospitalization.
UAE Says Iran Struck Oil Exporting Facility With Drone
Fujairah is the only oil exporting zone in the country.
A Property Tax Rebellion Is Emerging in America
Public K–12 school spending now exceeds $1 trillion annually, and citizen groups say they’ve had enough.
Patel Says FBI ‘Kept Out’ of Initial Days of Nancy Guthrie Investigation
Few details have been released about the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother in recent weeks as the sheriff’s office pushed back on the FBI’s claims.
US Private Payrolls Rise by 109,000 in April, Beating Estimates
Private-sector employment gains were concentrated in education and health care services.
France Moves to Extend Right to Detain Illegal Immigrants Deemed Dangerous
France backs longer detention after a Moroccan illegal immigrant with a rape conviction and a deportation order was accused of raping and killing a student.
SpaceX to Spend at Least $55 Billion on Texas Chip Project
The cost of the proposed Texas chip facility could reach $119 billion in the future.
Joe Burrow Says He’s ‘Excited’ About Bengals’ Off-Season Moves
The reinforcements along the defensive line, combined with a healthy Burrow, have the veteran signal-caller optimistic about the season.
New Drama ‘Symphony of Light and Shadow’ Premieres Exclusively on GJW+ This Mother’s Day
The English-language drama about two teenage cousins is included with all GJW+ subscriptions and available to rent for nonsubscribers.
Homemade Mayonnaise Without Seed Oils–Plus an Herbed Variation
Ready in minutes with simple ingredients, this creamy homemade mayo lets you skip the industrial seed oils found in most commercial versions.
The Racing Heartbeats You Need to Pay Attention To
Knowing what signs to watch for can be the difference between life and potential death.
Study Links Phthalates to Preterm Births and Infant Deaths
Exposure to a widely used plastic chemical may be contributing to preterm births globally, raising concerns about its role in maternal and infant health.
A Cake for a Crowd
Chocolate and coffee pair beautifully—their flavor profiles complement each other in a way that feels more balanced together than apart.
Mother’s Day for Gardening Moms
One thing that moms want the most is to have a day of total relaxation.
How a ‘Higher Power’ Guided This Former BBC Editor to Pursue His Passion for Screenwriting
‘The meaning of life [for me] is connecting with this universal power, which can give you everything that you’ve been looking for.’
2 New Small-Town Wash. Hotels Are Worth Venturing Off the Beaten Path
Way out in Eastern Washington, there are four locations with intriguing hotels and restaurants.
