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At least 25 dead after tornadoes sweep through US Midwest ★★★ Police investigate fatal explosion near fertility clinic in California ★★★ Hamas proposes releasing some hostages in fresh talks after new Israel offensive ★★★ How Glasner led Palace through darkness to light of FA Cup glory ★★★ 'Maybe the thought of taking a penalty at Wembley was too much' ★★★ Paolini ends 40-year wait for home women's singles champion at Italian Open ★★★ Trump says he will call Putin to discuss stopping Ukraine 'bloodbath' ★★★ Norris 'just not good enough' in qualifying ★★★ Five killed after helicopters collide in Finland ★★★ Tributes to firefighters and worker killed in business park blaze
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At least 25 dead after tornadoes sweep through US Midwest

At least 25 dead after tornadoes sweep through US Midwest

Kentucky and Missouri report severe injuries and deaths in storms that hit on Friday and Saturday.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

Police investigate fatal explosion near fertility clinic in California

Police investigate fatal explosion near fertility clinic in California

No one from a nearby fertility clinic was harmed, but one person was killed and several were injured.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

Hamas proposes releasing some hostages in fresh talks after new Israel offensive

Hamas proposes releasing some hostages in fresh talks after new Israel offensive

A new round of talks has taken place in Doha after Israel carried out airstrikes which killed hundreds.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

How Glasner led Palace through darkness to light of FA Cup glory

How Glasner led Palace through darkness to light of FA Cup glory

After their worst start to a season in more than 30 years, how did manager Oliver Glasner steer Crystal Palace to their first major trophy?

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

'Maybe the thought of taking a penalty at Wembley was too much'

'Maybe the thought of taking a penalty at Wembley was too much'

Erling Haaland's Wembley goal drought continues as he fails to score on his sixth visit during Manchester City's FA Cup final loss to Crystal Palace.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

Paolini ends 40-year wait for home women's singles champion at Italian Open

Paolini ends 40-year wait for home women's singles champion at Italian Open

Jasmine Paolini blows away Coco Gauff to end a 40-year wait for a home winner of the women's singles at the Italian Open.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

Trump says he will call Putin to discuss stopping Ukraine 'bloodbath'

Trump says he will call Putin to discuss stopping Ukraine 'bloodbath'

The US president said the pair would speak on Monday, and he would later talk to Ukraine's President Zelensky.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

Norris 'just not good enough' in qualifying

Norris 'just not good enough' in qualifying

McLaren's Lando Norris says "I always go slower" when other people improve as his qualifying struggles continue at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

Five killed after helicopters collide in Finland

Five killed after helicopters collide in Finland

Police have not confirmed the number of deaths but said there were five people on board in total.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

Tributes to firefighters and worker killed in business park blaze

Tributes to firefighters and worker killed in business park blaze

Martyn Sadler, Jennie Logan and David Chester died in the fire at the Bicester Motion business park.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

Police rescue everyone buried in Swiss mountain avalanche

Police rescue everyone buried in Swiss mountain avalanche

The police say that everyone is accounted for and they have been "flown out".

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

Aberdeen player left bloodied by seat thrown by own fans

Aberdeen player left bloodied by seat thrown by own fans

Aberdeen defender Jack MacKenzie was left bloodied after being struck by an object thrown by one of his own fans amid a pitch invasion following his side's Scottish Premiership defeat at Dundee United

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

New round of ceasefire talks after Israel launches major offensive

New round of ceasefire talks after Israel launches major offensive

Hamas says its negotiators have opened a new round of talks aimed at ending the war, and all issues are on the table.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

Ferrari 'P-nowhere' with Hamilton 'devastated'

Ferrari 'P-nowhere' with Hamilton 'devastated'

Lewis Hamilton is "gutted" by Ferrari's performance at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix while team-mate Charles Leclerc says it "hurts".

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

Palace shock Man City to win first major trophy in their history

Palace shock Man City to win first major trophy in their history

A first half goal from Eberechi Eze is enough for Crystal Palace to secure a 1-0 win over Manchester City and win the first ever major trophy in the club's history in the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadi

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

At least 21 dead after tornadoes sweep through US Midwest

At least 21 dead after tornadoes sweep through US Midwest

Kentucky and Missouri report severe injuries and deaths in storms that hit on Friday and Saturday.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

Young Dems blame Biden and their own party for losing in 2024 as they distance themselves from the old-guard

Young Dems blame Biden and their own party for losing in 2024 as they distance themselves from the old-guard

When pressed by Martha MacCallum on "The Story" about campaigning for President Joe Biden in 2024, Rep. Ro Khanna, said he hadn't had the full picture of Biden's health and mental acuity ahead of his

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 18, 2025

'Get rid of VAR' - should Henderson have seen red in FA Cup final?

'Get rid of VAR' - should Henderson have seen red in FA Cup final?

Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson was at the centre of attention during Saturday's FA Cup final against Manchester City, but should he have been sent off?

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 18, 2025

Second man arrested over fires at homes linked to PM

Second man arrested over fires at homes linked to PM

The 26-year-old was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson with intend to endanger life.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025

What's Starmer's EUro Vision?

What's Starmer's EUro Vision?

We look ahead to Monday’s UK-EU deal.

Source: bbc.co.uk

Published: May 17, 2025

M&S hackers believed to have gained access through third party

M&S hackers believed to have gained access through third party

The retailer has been struggling to get its services back to normal after a cyber-attack in April.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Biden interview audio reveals who brought up Beau's death — and it wasn't Hur

Biden interview audio reveals who brought up Beau's death — and it wasn't Hur

A newly released recording of then-President Joe Biden's October 2023 interview with special counsel Robert Hur is full of awkward pauses, stuttering and misremembered dates.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Alleged Iranian spies charged with targeting UK-based journalists

Alleged Iranian spies charged with targeting UK-based journalists

The men arrived in the UK, including by small boats, between 2016 and 2022 and were granted temporary leave to remain after claiming asylum.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025

'Failure's not an option': Trump budget bill will be 'big' help for seniors, top House tax-writer says

'Failure's not an option': Trump budget bill will be 'big' help for seniors, top House tax-writer says

House Republicans' tax bill will include significant relief for senior citizens, Ways & Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith told Fox News Digital.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Middle East trip highlights President Donald Trump's 17th week in office

Middle East trip highlights President Donald Trump's 17th week in office

President Donald Trump spent his 17th week as commander-in-chief visiting the Middle East, marking his first major overseas trip of his second term.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Five men stabbed at music event arrested

Five men stabbed at music event arrested

The five men, who were all taken to hospital, are arrested on suspicion of violent disorder.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Nine killed in Russian strike on civilian bus in Ukraine

Nine killed in Russian strike on civilian bus in Ukraine

Another seven people are injured in Ukraine's north-eastern Sumy region, local officials say.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025

House Democrat pushes to impeach 'authoritarian' Trump

House Democrat pushes to impeach 'authoritarian' Trump

Rep. Al Green, who was removed from President Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress, has filed articles of impeachment and accused the president of being "authoritarian."

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Minor's lawsuits against adult sites show new state law is working as intended to protect kids: state AG

Minor's lawsuits against adult sites show new state law is working as intended to protect kids: state AG

A minor child and the child's mother have filed four lawsuits in Kansas, targeting pornographic sites for lacking adequate age-verification measures.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Major London festivals 'left in limbo' by legal ruling

Major London festivals 'left in limbo' by legal ruling

Thousands of people will be affected if Brockwell Park's festivals are called off, the NTIA warns.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Youth mobility scheme could be part of EU deal, PM signals

Youth mobility scheme could be part of EU deal, PM signals

Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce a broad agreement on the issue at a summit on Monday.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025

James Carville dismisses Democratic Party's record-low polling: 'We're winning elections'

James Carville dismisses Democratic Party's record-low polling: 'We're winning elections'

Democratic Party faces record low favorability, but Democratic strategist James Carville highlights recent election wins and future prospects as signs of potential recovery.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

No sequins or dancing at EU summit - but it'll be an extravaganza nonetheless

No sequins or dancing at EU summit - but it'll be an extravaganza nonetheless

Monday's summit may not rewrite the Brexit agreement but the government hopes it might smooth a few wrinkles, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Biden jokes 'I'm a young man' during interview with Special Counsel Robert Hur

Biden jokes 'I'm a young man' during interview with Special Counsel Robert Hur

Former President Joe Biden joked that he was a "young man" during his October 2023 interview with Special Counsel Robert Hur over his mishandling of classified documents.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

'I don't blame my wife for ending her life'

'I don't blame my wife for ending her life'

Peter Wilson says his wife Beverly Sand, who had terminal cancer, took her own life in 2022.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Rugby star Jamie Roberts 'excited' to become doctor

Rugby star Jamie Roberts 'excited' to become doctor

Jamie Roberts says he is ready to become a doctor and complete his medical training in the NHS.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025

FLASHBACK: Biden shrugs off Hur report when pressed by Peter Doocy: 'I know what the hell I'm doing'

FLASHBACK: Biden shrugs off Hur report when pressed by Peter Doocy: 'I know what the hell I'm doing'

Former President Joe Biden early last year dismissed Special Counsel Robert Hur's report that sparked additional concern about his mental acuity.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

New Hur interview tapes detailing Mongolia trip shed light on Hur's 'sympathetic' characterization of Biden

New Hur interview tapes detailing Mongolia trip shed light on Hur's 'sympathetic' characterization of Biden

New audio of Joe Biden highlights his humor and detailed recollections from a Mongolia visit, impacting Robert Hur's investigation into classified documents.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Biden fails to remember when son Beau died and Trump's election year in leaked Hur interview audio

Biden fails to remember when son Beau died and Trump's election year in leaked Hur interview audio

Leaked audio of Joe Biden's interview with Robert Hur raises questions about his memory as he struggles to recall key events like the death of his son Beau.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Conservatives react to leaked Biden audio on social media: 'This is painful'

Conservatives react to leaked Biden audio on social media: 'This is painful'

Conservative figures take to social media in reaction to the leaked audio from the Biden-Hur interview tapes showing the then-President's mental lapses

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Biden admits keeping classified Afghanistan document 'for posterity's sake' in leaked audio

Biden admits keeping classified Afghanistan document 'for posterity's sake' in leaked audio

Leaked audio reveals former President Joe Biden said he kept a classified Afghanistan document after his presidency for "posterity's sake."

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Biden's autopen use questioned amid released audio from Special Counsel Hur interview

Biden's autopen use questioned amid released audio from Special Counsel Hur interview

President Biden's use of autopen has come back into focus amid the release of the audio of his interview with Special Counsel Robert Hur.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Biden struggles with words, key memories in leaked audio from Special Counsel Hur interview

Biden struggles with words, key memories in leaked audio from Special Counsel Hur interview

Audio from Joe Biden's interview with Robert Hur shows memory struggles about his son Beau's death and vice presidency amid a classified documents probe.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Biden repeatedly says 'I don't remember' regarding classified documents in newly released Hur interview audio

Biden repeatedly says 'I don't remember' regarding classified documents in newly released Hur interview audio

An audio file reveals Biden's repeated memory lapses during questioning about classified documents. Despite this, no charges were filed after the investigation.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Bumpy Weather Over Newark: House Democrats could face consequences for Delaney Hall incident

Bumpy Weather Over Newark: House Democrats could face consequences for Delaney Hall incident

A trio of House Democrats could face major consequences after they scuffled with federal law enforcement officers at Newark ICE detention center Delaney Hall on May 9.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Mace delivers blistering impact statement, shakes hand of trans threat suspect’s father after bond is denied

Mace delivers blistering impact statement, shakes hand of trans threat suspect’s father after bond is denied

Rep. Nancy Mace called for accountability and criticized a culture of violence against elected officials, especially women, after allegedly receiving threats from Samuel "Roxie" Cain.

Source: foxnews.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Ex-FBI boss interviewed by Secret Service over Trump seashell post

Ex-FBI boss interviewed by Secret Service over Trump seashell post

Trump accused Comey of using the seashells to incite the president's assassination "loud and clear".

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Teachers at Suffolk school say they've had enough after chairs and scissors thrown at them

Teachers at Suffolk school say they've had enough after chairs and scissors thrown at them

Staff say they are often unable to teach as large groups of students roam the school.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025

'I was on a flight - but British Airways told me I wasn't'

'I was on a flight - but British Airways told me I wasn't'

A BBC reporter's trip to Madrid was going smoothly until she landed and things unravelled.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025

Eurovision final 2025: The five favourites to win

Eurovision final 2025: The five favourites to win

Meet the five artists who are tipped to take the Eurovision trophy, as Saturday's final draws near.

Source: bbc.com

Published: May 17, 2025