Canada and the European Union Are in Love. Where Can It Lead?
A rapid trip with the prime minister to Armenia highlighted the new era of amity between Canada and the European Union. We examine what that can and can’t do for Canadians. Source link
May 2026
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Virginia redistricting ruling deals blow to Democrats’ midterm hopes
The Virginia Supreme Court on Friday dealt a blow to Democrats’ hopes of flipping the House this fall, throwing out the redistricting referendum that was set to give Democrats a midterm boost. The Virginia court’s decision invalidates the state’s newly adopted congressional map, which would’ve expanded Democrats’ expected edge from 6-5 to 10-1. The ruling does not erase…
White House scrambles to tame AI fears
The White House is scrambling to find its footing on AI policy, as the development of new, more powerful models forces the Trump administration to rethink its strategy on AI safety. From the outset of President Trump’s second term, the White House has promoted a pro-innovation, light-touch stance on AI regulations, prioritizing the U.S.’s competitive…
London’s BT Tower to get rooftop swimming pool
Offbeat Imagine taking a dip 177m above the streets of London’s West End Visitors to London’s iconic Telecom Tower might soon be able to go for a rooftop swim, according to plans revealed by the developer turning the building into a hotel. The iconic 177 meter (581 ft) high structure in Fitzrovia in London’s West End…
The Enduring Legend Of Mexico ’86
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO – JUNE 29: Diego Maradona of Argentina, hoists the FIFA World Cup trophy, celebrating as he is carried off the field by fans and teammates after the 1986 FIFA World Cup Mexico Final between Argentina and West Germany on June 29th, 1986 in Azteca Stadium, Mexico City, Mexico. Argentina defeated West Germany…
Shakur Stevenson ‘finalising’ major promotional deal that could have big repercussions in the sport
Shakur Stevenson is reportedly finalising a promotional deal that could have significant repercussions on the future of his career. The 28-year-old is already considered one of boxing’s premier stars, certainly a top five pound-for-pound operator, but whether he maintains this lofty status is another matter entirely. Based purely on his talent, many have tipped the…
Russia Holds Stripped-Down Victory Day Parade Amid Tight Moscow Security
Russia staged its most pared-down Victory Day parade in years on May 9 amid heightened fears that Ukraine might disrupt proceedings. Under President Vladimir Putin, the event marking the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II has become one of the most important holidays of the year, a grandiose celebration of Soviet and Russian…
The Memo: Trump vexed by crashing crosscurrents in seeking end to Iran war
When is a ceasefire not a ceasefire? President Trump has been dancing around the question this past week as he seeks to preserve an uneasy semi-peace with Iran while searching for a lasting deal to end the war that he began 10 weeks ago. Trump and other senior figures in his administration have been at……
Cher’s Son Elijah Blue Allman Claims His Mom Financially Cut Him Off
Allman alleged in a new court filing that the singer stopped sending him financial support in 2021 Cher‘s son Elijah Blue Allman has claimed that his mother financially cut him off years ago, according to a new filing tied to Allman’s divorce proceedings from his estranged wife Marieangela King. According to court documents filed on May 5…
Training For a Marathon in Kenya
Our reporter John Eligon runs in the Great Rift Valley of Kenya to experience why it’s the mecca of distance running in the world. Source link