Books and Literature May 17, 2026 In a New Memoir, Hayden Panettiere Relives the Drama Her mother put her on TV at 11 months old. She lost custody of her own daughter. The “Nashville” star has a lot to reckon with in her new memoir. In a New Memoir, Hayden Panettiere Relives the Drama Her mother put her on TV at 11 months old. She lost custody of her own daughter. The “Nashville” star has a lot to reckon with in her new memoir. See more
Jack Thorne May 17, 2026 ‘It’s not healthy for me to be doing so much’: from Adolescence to His Dark Materials, how Jack Thorne took over TV He has made smash hit shows for Netflix and has adapted Harry Potter for the stage. Yet the in-demand writer’s latest show Falling is new territory for him –... ‘It’s not healthy for me to be doing so much’: from Adolescence to His Dark Materials, how Jack Thorne took over TV He has made smash hit shows for Netflix and has adapted Harry Potter for the stage. Yet the in-demand writer’s latest show Falling is new territory for him –... Share
Chelsea May 17, 2026 Xabi Alonso confirmed as Chelsea manager on four-year contract Former Liverpool and Madrid midfielder starts on 1 JulyAlonso feels ‘immense pride to be manager of great club’Chelsea have confirmed the appointment of Xabi... Xabi Alonso confirmed as Chelsea manager on four-year contract Former Liverpool and Madrid midfielder starts on 1 JulyAlonso feels ‘immense pride to be manager of great club’Chelsea have confirmed the appointment of Xabi... Share
South Korea May 17, 2026 ‘Tearing down barriers’: North Korean footballers arrive in Seoul for first time in eight years Naegohyang FC due to play Suwon FC in semi-final of Asian Women’s Champions League on WednesdayA North Korean women’s football club has arrived in South Kore... ‘Tearing down barriers’: North Korean footballers arrive in Seoul for first time in eight years Naegohyang FC due to play Suwon FC in semi-final of Asian Women’s Champions League on WednesdayA North Korean women’s football club has arrived in South Kore... Share
United States Politics and Government May 17, 2026 Lamar Alexander Wants Republicans to Stand Up to Trump In a new memoir, the former senator, governor and cabinet member says President Trump committed an impeachable offense on Jan. 6 and calls on Congress to ass... Lamar Alexander Wants Republicans to Stand Up to Trump In a new memoir, the former senator, governor and cabinet member says President Trump committed an impeachable offense on Jan. 6 and calls on Congress to ass... Share
Midterm Elections (2026) May 17, 2026 A Young Socialist Mayor, Starbucks and the Tension Over Soaking the Rich Seattle voters elected Mayor Katie Wilson as tensions rose over wealth inequality, but as Starbucks, one of the city’s most iconic companies, expands in Nash... A Young Socialist Mayor, Starbucks and the Tension Over Soaking the Rich Seattle voters elected Mayor Katie Wilson as tensions rose over wealth inequality, but as Starbucks, one of the city’s most iconic companies, expands in Nash... Share
Religion-State Relations May 17, 2026 Trump Administration Pushes Narrative of Christian Nation at Prayer Rally in D.C. The nine-hour prayer event will feature speakers from President Trump’s cabinet and a program that connects the nation’s founding with Christianity. Trump Administration Pushes Narrative of Christian Nation at Prayer Rally in D.C. The nine-hour prayer event will feature speakers from President Trump’s cabinet and a program that connects the nation’s founding with Christianity. Share
Kentucky May 17, 2026 Kentucky’s Curious Cast of Political Characters The state, where a rebellious Republican faces a tough primary challenge on Tuesday, has an unpredictable political landscape that has produced a long list o... Kentucky’s Curious Cast of Political Characters The state, where a rebellious Republican faces a tough primary challenge on Tuesday, has an unpredictable political landscape that has produced a long list o... Share
United States Politics and Government May 17, 2026 Trump Flexes Hold on G.O.P., Even as It Braces for Midterm Backlash The defeat of Senator Bill Cassidy showed the president’s dominance in his party at a moment when a broader range of views about Mr. Trump could be a major l... Trump Flexes Hold on G.O.P., Even as It Braces for Midterm Backlash The defeat of Senator Bill Cassidy showed the president’s dominance in his party at a moment when a broader range of views about Mr. Trump could be a major l... Share
United States Politics and Government May 17, 2026 To Critics, Trump Remarks Reveal a Billionaire Out of Touch The president has never pretended to be an ordinary American, but a recent “truth bomb” has opened him to criticism that he doesn’t grasp the economic strain... To Critics, Trump Remarks Reveal a Billionaire Out of Touch The president has never pretended to be an ordinary American, but a recent “truth bomb” has opened him to criticism that he doesn’t grasp the economic strain... Share
Population May 17, 2026 Erdogan Wants Turkey to Have More Babies. Few Parents Are Listening. Using cash grants and subsidized loans, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s government is trying to increase the birthrate. It’s not working. Erdogan Wants Turkey to Have More Babies. Few Parents Are Listening. Using cash grants and subsidized loans, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s government is trying to increase the birthrate. It’s not working. Share
US and Israeli Attack on Iran (2026) May 17, 2026 In Iraqi Desert, Two Israeli Outposts Were Kept Secret for Months Israel spent over a year preparing a covert site in Iraq for its operations against Iran, regional officials say. Iraqi officials later confirmed the existen... In Iraqi Desert, Two Israeli Outposts Were Kept Secret for Months Israel spent over a year preparing a covert site in Iraq for its operations against Iran, regional officials say. Iraqi officials later confirmed the existen... Share
Birds May 17, 2026 How Birding Apps Are Boosting Tourism in the World’s Top Bird Destination Colombia is home to the most species of birds known to ornithologists. Merlin, an app, is helping to build an “avian tourism” industry there. How Birding Apps Are Boosting Tourism in the World’s Top Bird Destination Colombia is home to the most species of birds known to ornithologists. Merlin, an app, is helping to build an “avian tourism” industry there. Share
