Trump Says Agent Shot at Correspondents’ Dinner Was Not Hit by Friendly Fire
The federal agent was injured during an alleged assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington.
US Treasury Warns Ships Not to Pay Strait of Hormuz Tolls to Iran
The U.S. government warned on Friday that even charities are not exempt.
India Overtakes England to Be Top Source of Migrants to Australia
A slight dip in the number of British migrants—around 1 million—living in Australia has allowed this cohort to finally catch-up.
New South Wales to Open Gas Exploration Areas for First Time in a Decade After Supply Warning
Resources Minister Courtney Houssos said current global events make this work more important than ever.
Australia Joins US-led Talks on Securing Strait of Hormuz
Foreign Minister Penny Wong spoke to media in Seoul during a regional tour that included visits to China and Japan.
How Australia Plans to Force Big Tech Firms to Pay News Outlets for Content—Again
The Australian government will tax Big Tech firms 2.25 percent of local revenue if they do not sign content payment deals with local media.
DOJ Probing DC Gala Shooting Suspect’s Alleged Tie to Activist Network—What to Know
The California man who was arrested at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner was part of a movement called the ‘Wide Awakes,’ officials say.
Brazilian Congress Adopts Bill Lowering Bolsonaro’s Sentence, Overriding Lula Veto
Senator Espiridiao Amin, a Bolsonaro ally, said, ‘This is a first and much awaited step by those who are afflicted.’
Trump Congratulates Iraq’s Nominee for Prime Minister, Invites Him to Washington
Following his nomination, Ali Al-Zaidi promised to focus on making Iraq ‘a balanced country, regionally and internationally.’
Virginia Redistricting Spurs Move to ‘Make DC Square Again’
As a GOP congressman tries to restore the District of Columbia’s original borders, activists leading the long-shot campaign hope the president will act.
Senators Warn of China’s Expanding Role in Undersea Sabotage
‘The Chinese military has conducted research into cable‑cutting technologies,’ said Sen. Jim Risch.
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.

Cannabis Slows Brain Development in Teens, Largest US Study Shows
A study of more than 11,000 adolescents found those who used cannabis had reduced gains in memory, attention, and processing speeds.

Don Schlitz Songs That Shaped Country Music
The late songwriter was one of Nashville’s beloved musicians.
Qantas and Jetstar Extend Domestic Flight Cuts Until End of September
‘The Qantas group continues to take action to mitigate the impact of the conflict in the Middle East, including sustained high fuel costs,’ the company said.

No Gap in Existing Immigration, Security Framework in Lead up to Bondi Massacre: Inquiry
Another major recommendation was for all states and territories to support Labor’s proposed gun buyback scheme.

Victorian Liberals Propose $600,000 Cap on Public Sector Pay
The Victorian government has rejected the proposal, arguing public sector pay should be set independently.

Trump Says Gas Prices Will Fall ‘Like a Rock’; New White House Correspondents’ Dinner Video Released
DOJ Seeks Nationwide Enforcement of Supreme Court’s Ruling on Voting Rights Act
The Supreme Court on April 29 struck down a map creating a second black-majority congressional district in Louisiana.

Asian Character Portrayal in ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Sparks Boycott Calls
Critics say the portrayal of an Asian character in the sequel evokes a derogatory slur and other stereotypes.

What a Data Breach Actually Means for Your Money, and What to Do in the First 48 Hours
Is changing your password enough after a data breach?

Colts GM: I ‘Underestimated’ Daniel Jones’s Accuracy
Colts GM Chris Ballard said Jones is progressing well in his rehab from an Achilles tear.

Californians Warned of Paralytic Poison Risk from Mussels Gathered on Coast
Dangerous toxins present in mussels collected along the state’s coastline can cause severe reactions in humans, including death, officials warned.

The Hidden Power of Spring: How Simple Daily Habits Can Rebuild Your Energy and Immunity
TCM’s core spring dietary practices include three key principles: warming, circulating, and clearing.

5 Ways to Prepare Legumes for Better Digestion and Nutrient Absorption
The way you prepare legumes can make them easier to digest and more beneficial for your body.

1 Minute of Familiar Nature Sounds Can Boost Your Mood
New research shows that listening to natural local birdsong can improve mood and reduce stress more effectively than recordings from distant places.

Wine and Climate
Timing is everything. Grapevines are hardy and can last without irrigation for many decades.

Should You Buy a Second Home? What to Consider
With two homes, all the financial responsibility of homeownership will fall on your shoulders—twice.

The Psychology of the Supercommunicators
Journalist Charles Duhigg set out on a journey to uncover the shared traits of people who are superb at communicating and connecting with others.

















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