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In West Texas, an unlikely alliance stands against extending the border wall
An unusual coalition of people across the political spectrum have banded together to rally against a border wall in the Big Bend.
Carlos Morales | May 26, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Texas GOP voters vote in race that could shape future of the party — and the Senate
Controversial Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is challenging U.S. Sen. John Cornyn's reelection. The $100 million fight could have far-reaching implications for the GOP, and party control of the Senate.
Claudia Grisales | May 26, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Immigration courts are using a new tactic to speed up deportations
The Justice Department is moving up the court hearings for hundreds of immigrants and scheduling them for mass hearings. If they don't show up, they could be ordered deported.
Ximena Bustillo | May 26, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Attacks from residents complicate the fight against a rare type of Ebola
Three times in the past week, healthcare facilities have been attacked. On Sunday, angry young men stormed a hospital treating Ebola patients, forcing medical staff to evacuate them as gunfire rang out.
The Associated Press | May 26, 2026, 6:46 AM UTC

The Miles Davis century: The definition, and evolution, of cool
In the lineage of jazz, Miles Davis, born 100 years ago, presents something of a paradox: He looms as large as anyone, but he means many things to many people.
Nate Chinen | May 26, 2026, 6:27 AM UTC

New York back in NBA Finals for first time since 1999 after beating Cleveland
New York will play the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder or San Antonio Spurs in the finals. The Western Conference finals is tied at two games apiece with Game 5 to be played on Tuesday.
The Associated Press | May 26, 2026, 5:52 AM UTC

Ahead of the World Cup, pressure to win and grow American soccer is on Tim Ream's mind
Hoping to make the roster for the U.S. Men's National team going to the World Cup, Tim Ream knows there's a lot riding on the tournament, from playing well to growing a new generation of fans at home.
Jeffrey Pierre | May 25, 2026, 11:03 PM UTC

After Stephen Colbert's viral talk show parody, CBS backs down from copyright action
CBS and Paramount backed away from copyright challenges to limit distribution of Stephen Colbert's appearance on a Michigan cable access show. He ended his run as host of "The Late Show" on Thursday.
Brian Mann | May 25, 2026, 7:58 PM UTC

Trump to get 'routine annual' medical exam 7 months after last visit to Walter Reed
White House boasts Trump's "excellent health" as questions loom over the medical reality of the oldest inaugurated president.
Luke Garrett | May 25, 2026, 7:28 PM UTC

U.S. military strikes Iran as Trump says negotiations move forward for deal to end war
The U.S. military announced strikes against Iranian positions just hours after President Trump says more countries should normalize ties with Israel in any Iran deal, tempering expectations of peace.
Jane Arraf, Brian Mann | May 25, 2026, 10:16 AM UTC



