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15 movies we can't wait to see this summer, from Spielberg to 'Spider-Man'
The Toy Story squad takes on a tablet, the Minions take on Hollywood and Christopher Nolan takes on a Greek epic.
Bob Mondello | May 24, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC

Nurse convicted in patient's death is now a national speaker on hospital safety
RaDonda Vaught was convicted of negligent homicide after dispensing the wrong drug to a patient. She now gives speeches about hospital safety in an era of automation and artificial intelligence.
Blake Farmer | May 24, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC

Russia pounds Kyiv in powerful drone and missile attack
At least two people were killed and 77 injured in the attack, which included the use of a powerful hypersonic ballistic missile called the Oreshnik, which is capable of carrying a nuclear warhead.
Joanna Kakissis | May 24, 2026, 9:12 AM UTC

'Homeland Security' has spawned political insecurity since DHS was born
DHS was originally conceived in the interest of unity and harmony — and the phrase "homeland security" was originally meant to be reassuring.
Ron Elving | May 24, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

The Enhanced Games are Sunday. Here's what to know about the controversial event
Dozens of athletes — including former Olympians — will participate in the Las Vegas event while using performance-enhancing drugs.
Ava Berger | May 24, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Torn by war, Israelis and Palestinians tie their fortunes together
At a time when hopes are dim for resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, some Arab and Jewish entrepreneurs are partnering across the divide, hoping to prove what's possible.
Tovia Smith | May 24, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says
A man who opened fire Saturday near a White House security checkpoint is dead after being shot by officers who returned fire, the U.S. Secret Service said. It was the third incidence of gunfire in the vicinity of President Donald Trump in the past month.
The Associated Press | May 24, 2026, 12:23 AM UTC

Romanian director Cristian Mungiu's 'Fjord' wins top prize at Cannes
Mungiu took home the prestigious Palme D'Or for his film Fjord, a culture-war drama set in Norway.
Chandelis Duster | May 24, 2026, 12:13 AM UTC

Trump touts Iran breakthrough but details remain unclear
President Trump announced the unfinalized deal on social media after talks with Israel and other allies. Iran did not officially confirm the deal, and state media contradicted parts of it.
NPR Staff | May 23, 2026, 11:00 PM UTC

What will Trump do next with Iran?
Three months since the start of its conflict with Iran, the Trump administration is oscillating between strike threats and diplomatic overtures. Neither path has yielded a clear resolution.
Willem Marx | May 23, 2026, 5:49 PM UTC



