Trump Says Israel and Hezbollah Will Stop Fighting, Iran Talks Still Ongoing
The president says that ‘talks are continuing, at a rapid pace,’ with Iran despite a report from an Iranian semi-official news outlet saying talks had halted.
One Nation Claims NZ Citizenship a ‘Back Door’ to Live in Australia
Minister Murray Watt defended the NZ citizenship pathway, rejecting claims it bypasses migration standards and describing the criticism as insulting.
Australian Conservative Party Leads Labor Government in Major Poll
Labor’s primary vote is at 28 percent, down 3 points since the government’s budget.
Australia to Buy Only 2nd-Hand Virginia-Class Submarines Under AUKUS
Defence Minister Richard Marles said the trilateral agreement was ‘incredibly complicated’ and any move to simplify it would be beneficial.
10,000 Sign Petition Against Labor’s Wealth Vehicle Overhaul
‘These changes will make it harder for younger Australians to build financial independence,’ said Wilson Asset Management.
Senators Press ABC Over News Director Exit as One Nation Claims Bias
The chiefs of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation faced a range of questions during an Estimates hearing.
Speaker Johnson Visits White House as ICE Funding Deadline Passes
Republicans are returning to Washington after failing to advance party-line immigration enforcement funding in time to meet the president’s deadline.
Burned Mail-In Ballots, Vandalism Reported in Los Angeles Days Before Election
People who may see suspicious activity involving ballots or election matters are advised to report it to the LA County Clerk and Registrar’s Office.
Japan, South Korea Considering Military-Logistics Agreement, Seoul Says
Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi rejected accusations that Tokyo was pursuing a ‘new militarism’ and criticized China for expanding its military.
Experts Say Shangri-La Remarks Point to Larger Japan Role in Indo-Pacific Defense
U.S. and Japanese defense chiefs called for allied burden-sharing, stronger deterrence, and expanded regional defense cooperation.
US Bombs Iranian Military Sites, Kuwait Attacked by Drones, Missiles
Iran stated that it had struck an American airbase on June 1 but didn’t specify which base it had targeted.
Nancy Pelosi Held This Seat for 39 Years. Who Will Win It This Year?
Meet the candidates who are clamoring for the open San Francisco congressional district seat.
Dissidents Rally Outside Chinese Embassy Seeking End of CCP’s Persecution
The gathering in Washington came ahead of the 37th anniversary of Beijing’s Tiananmen Square massacre, also a taboo subject in China.
Twin Study Reveals How Parental Favoritism Affects Both Children’s Mental Health
A study of 632 twin pairs found that different parental treatment is linked to anxiety, ADHD, and behavioral problems in children.
I Interviewed People Who Came Back From Death. They All Had a Similar Message.
Coming back from death is a real life-changer.
August Vollmer and the Path to Professionalizing the Police Industry
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ a war hero turned mailman becomes the face of fighting early 20th-century crime.
Over 100,000 Older Australians Remain on Home Care Waiting List
Demand continues to outpace supply despite the increase in care packages provided by the government.
Senate Committee Hears Concerns Over Ongoing Funding for Regional Connectivity
The Regional Tech Hub was developed in 2019 due to largescale connectivity issues across rural and regional Australia.
Westpac Fined $26 Million Over Failure to Respond to Customer Financial Hardship Requests
The bank failed to respond to more than 200 online financial hardship requests within the required timeframe between 2017 and 2023.
Schumer Launches Senate Democratic Campaign to Block $1.8 Billion ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund
The Democratic leader said his caucus will use floor votes, spending bills, and oversight to stop a DOJ fund tied to Trump’s dropped IRS suit.
Barry Diller’s People Inc. Makes $18 Billion Bid for MGM Resorts
Already the largest shareholder, he says the casino and resort business is ‘one with real-world assets that AI cannot easily replicate or disintermediate.’
Google Seeks Federal Approval to Release Millions of Mosquitoes in California, Florida
Malaria—primarily spread by mosquitoes—killed at least 597,000 people throughout 83 countries in 2023, according to the CDC.
Knicks–Spurs Battle for NBA Glory Begins Wednesday
It was in 1999 that the Knicks and Spurs last met in the NBA Finals. The Spurs won the series in five games.
CBS Taps Outsider Nick Bilton to Lead ‘60 Minutes’
The appointment comes as CBS pushes to expand and reach digital audiences.
Drug Reduces Risk of Prostate Cancer Spread and Death in Late-Stage Study
‘These findings point to a new potential way of treating patients,’ a Johnson & Johnson executive said.
Drooling, Snoring, Nightmares: How to Ease Common Sleep Problems
A restful night’s sleep requires balance in both body and mind—even small changes can make a big difference.
Memorial Day BBQ Recipes That Support Gut and Metabolic Health
Three recipes deliver classic cookout flavor without refined sugar, seed oils, or ultra-processed shortcuts.
Study Links Common Food Preservatives to High Blood Pressure, Cardiovascular Disease
People with highest risks were people who consumed the most preservatives, the researchers said.
Yogurt Chicken With Indian Raita, Coriander Chutney, and Rotis
“The Great British Bake Off” contestant and author Chetna Makan’s latest cookbook aims to make Indian food more accessible.
Texture Paint a Ceiling
Texture is an attractive way to add interest and dimension to an otherwise flat surface.
Final Call to Duty: Inside the Nurses Honor Guard
Retired nurses and volunteers ensure that fallen colleagues receive a hero’s farewell.
Frida Kahlo’s Casa Azul: ‘The Room Where It Happened’
Be advised, to pass through the wrought iron gates of the Casa Azul—the home of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera—is to enter a realm of the spirits.
