California, Iowa, 4 Other States Hold Primaries: Key Races to Watch
The California gubernatorial and Los Angeles mayoral primaries are among the most closely watched races today.
Australia, New Zealand Imposes New Sanctions Over Israeli Settler Violence
Travel bans and financial restrictions have been imposed on three individuals and four entities linked to settler violence in the West Bank.
Australia Raises Minimum Wage to Over $1,000 Per Week
The lowest wage rate in the modern award system will be $1,004.90 per week or $26.44 per hour.
New Zealand Raises Defence Spending by $1.6 Billion Amid CCP Aggression
The bulk of the latest tranche of money will be spent on drone systems, critical ship maintenance and work to replace the country’s aging naval fleet.
Accused ‘ISIS Bride’s’ Lawyer Says She’s Renounced Terror Group
Rayann El Houli, 34, was due to apply for bail in Melbourne Magistrates Court on Monday morning.
Nearly 200 Character-Based Visa Cancellations Overturned by Tribunal: Inquiry
Questions have been raised about whether Australia’s character assessment process is fit for purpose.
Federal Court Turns Away States’ Lawsuit, Leaves EPA Grant Terminations Intact
A federal judge found that the states suing to restore the grants sued in the wrong court.
GOP Candidates in California Governor’s Race at Odds Over Vote Splitting
Sheriff Chad Bianco has rejected a call by GOP frontrunner Steve Hilton to withdraw from the race.
US Backs Japan’s Defense Buildup, Agrees to Expanded Missile Cooperation
The two countries also pledged to enhance flexible air deployment operations and continue strengthening force posture arrangements.
Ukraine Wants Progress on Peace Negotiations Before Winter, Zelenskyy Says
The Institute for the Study of War said Russia’s battlefield performance reveals that ’the character of the war is shifting in favor of Ukrainian forces.’
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.
GOP Control of the House Could Hinge on a Race in California’s Little Saigon
The fall of Saigon and the American Dream loom large in the primary battle for California’s 45th District, where Vietnamese American voters could tip the scales
Satellite Images Show More Military Activity Near China’s Nuclear Missile Silos
The network of desert launch platforms host long-range missiles that can reach any U.S. city, but one expert cautioned that missile silos are sometimes fake.
Patchouli Oil Can Ward Off Mosquito Bites: Study
Researchers say the lotion blocked mosquito bites for up to three hours in controlled laboratory testing.
Your Body Has a Healing Kit: Acupoints for 7 Everyday Ailments
Acupressure works by redistributing energy so the body can regain balance.
Historical Artifacts You Can Collect That Won’t Break the Bank
Even modest collections of meaningful items can transform a bookshelf, office space, or living room into a repository of stories from the past.
Australia’s Winter Crop Output Forecast to Fall 21 Percent Amid Middle East Conflict
Wheat production is predicted to drop 26 percent, while chickpea output is expected to slump 51 percent.
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.
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.
Dozen People on Cruise Ship Sickened With Gastrointestinal Symptoms: CDC
The CDC was notified of the outbreak on May 28, though the causative agent of the outbreak is still unknown.
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.’
Gov. Ron DeSantis Wants Property Tax Relief for Floridians—What to Know
Supporters say it can rein in local government spending, but critics warn it will hamstring Florida’s cities.
Blockbuster Trade Sends 2-Time DPOY Myles Garrett to Rams
The Rams sent their 2027 first-rounder, 2028 second, 2029 third, and edge Jared Verse to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for the former first overall pick.
CBS Taps Outsider Nick Bilton to Lead ‘60 Minutes’
The appointment comes as CBS pushes to expand and reach digital audiences.
Kenyan President Defends US Ebola Quarantine Center After Protests
A court in Kenya on May 28 suspended the plans as the challenge advances.
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.
How to Make the Absolute Best Milkshakes at Home
Milkshakes are essentially ice cream and milk, but a few tiny tips will help you make milkshakes that taste as good as the ones you order at the ice parlor.
The Case for Restoring Local Life
The roots of resilience and social strength can still be found close to home.
Final Call to Duty: Inside the Nurses Honor Guard
Retired nurses and volunteers ensure that fallen colleagues receive a hero’s farewell.
London in the Thick of It
London is still the vigorous and charming world capital that has so enchanted visitors for decades.
