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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

Pope Leo takes aim at big tech in sweeping encyclical on AI
"Magnifica Humanitas" tackles the social, economic and political challenges associated with artificial intelligence.
Claire Giangrave | May 25, 2026, 9:32 AM UTC

'My body carried me,' Elizabeth Smart says. Now she's celebrating it
Her abduction at age 14 drew international attention. After her rescue, Smart says she struggled with feeling shame around her body. Bodybuilding has helped her see herself differently.
Windsor Johnston | May 25, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

In the 'biggest book giveaway in history' WWII soldiers received pocket-sized reads
The books had to be light and small enough to fit in servicemen's pockets. The motto of the Council on Books in Wartime was: "Books Are Weapons in the War of Ideas."
Maureen Corrigan | May 25, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Spin to win: How this life insurance company turns healthy habits into a game
You've heard of lower car insurance rates for good drivers. Now, one life insurance company wants to incentivize longevity with lower rates and extra bonuses for people who adopt healthy habits.
Allison Aubrey | May 25, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

COMIC: To raise a confident little talker, learn to speak 'parentese'
So you've got a baby in your life. How do you talk to them, exactly? In this comic, experts explain why conversing with your baby is important — and share ways to help them develop their language skills.
Andee Tagle, Navied Mahdavian | May 25, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

This big university system is embracing AI. Students and faculty aren't all on board
The California State University system offers an early look at what happens when an administration commits to a technology that its own community isn't convinced will improve education.
Lee V. Gaines | May 25, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Diners are staying home, so this restaurant lets patrons pay what they want
Americans are increasingly passing up on dining out. So one restaurant is allowing diners to pay what they like for their food.
Joe Hernandez | May 25, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

ABC News' Martha Raddatz talks about her new book, 'The Hero Next Door'
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with ABC News correspondent Martha Raddatz about her new book, "The Hero Next Door: Stories of Patriotism and Purpose."
Steve Inskeep | May 25, 2026, 8:42 AM UTC

Muslims begin the annual Hajj against a backdrop of war concerns
More than 1.5 million pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, against the backdrop of a tenuous ceasefire in the Iran war and related regional tensions.
The Associated Press | May 25, 2026, 7:05 AM UTC



