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Volume 2 • Issue No. 149 • Updated Friday, May 29, 2026 at 08:48 PM UTC

US and Iran reach tentative deal to extend ceasefire and begin nuclear talks

US and Iranian negotiators reached a tentative deal to extend the ceasefire and start new nuclear talks, pending Trump's signoff.

Sources: AP News


Judge blocks payouts from Trump's $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund

A federal judge temporarily blocked payouts from Trump's $1.776 billion settlement fund aimed at preventing weaponization of the justice system.

Sources: AP News


Israeli troops push deeper into Lebanon as military talks begin at the Pentagon

Israeli troops advanced further into Lebanon as both sides started military negotiations at the Pentagon.

Sources: AP News


Putin appears ready to escalate war in Ukraine amid stalemate and domestic discontent

With a stalemate in Ukraine and growing discontent at home, Russian President Putin seems prepared to escalate the conflict.

Sources: AP News


Blue Origin rocket explodes during engine test at launch pad

A Blue Origin rocket exploded during a test firing, with public warned about possible wreckage washing ashore.

Sources: AP News


Djokovic's bid for 25th Grand Slam ends in French Open third round loss to teenager

Novak Djokovic was defeated by Brazilian teenager in the French Open third round, ending his quest for a record 25th Grand Slam.

Sources: AP News


Key US inflation gauge worsens as income and spending power erode

A key inflation measure deteriorated, indicating Americans' income and spending power are declining.

Sources: AP News


SEC moves to repeal rule requiring companies to report greenhouse gas emissions

The Securities and Exchange Commission is moving to repeal a rule that mandates companies to disclose greenhouse gas emissions and climate risks.

Sources: AP News


Ghana's parliament passes bill criminalizing promotion of LGBTQ activities

Ghana's parliament passed a bill that criminalizes the promotion of LGBTQ activities, drawing international criticism.

Sources: AP News


Bruce Springsteen calls out White House, announces protest festival

Bruce Springsteen criticized the White House and announced a protest festival in response to current policies.

Sources: AP News