Ebola Virus May 17, 2026 What to Know About the Latest Ebola Outbreak The World Health Organization declared a global health emergency after about 80 people died from the virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo. What to Know About the Latest Ebola Outbreak The World Health Organization declared a global health emergency after about 80 people died from the virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo. See more
Immigration Detention May 17, 2026 Conspiracy Trial Will Test Trump’s Aggressive Tactics Against Protesters Prosecutors in Spokane, Wash., are trying three activists who they say conspired to impede federal officers. Legal experts call it a stretch. Conspiracy Trial Will Test Trump’s Aggressive Tactics Against Protesters Prosecutors in Spokane, Wash., are trying three activists who they say conspired to impede federal officers. Legal experts call it a stretch. Share
Russian Invasion of Ukraine (2022) May 17, 2026 He’s Forging the Future of War Meet the man who wants Ukraine to use autonomous drones that could decide on their own to use lethal force. He’s Forging the Future of War Meet the man who wants Ukraine to use autonomous drones that could decide on their own to use lethal force. Share
Computers and the Internet May 17, 2026 Peter G. Neumann, Who Warned of Computer Security Risks, Dies at 93 For decades, he criticized the industry’s lax attitudes toward both computer security and individual digital privacy. And he developed solutions. Peter G. Neumann, Who Warned of Computer Security Risks, Dies at 93 For decades, he criticized the industry’s lax attitudes toward both computer security and individual digital privacy. And he developed solutions. Share
Premier League May 17, 2026 Dango Ouattara salvages point for Brentford and denies Crystal Palace Beware the opponent with little to play for. Crystal Palace were supposed to be in preservation mode, their attention on more exotic occasions. The ideal opp... Dango Ouattara salvages point for Brentford and denies Crystal Palace Beware the opponent with little to play for. Crystal Palace were supposed to be in preservation mode, their attention on more exotic occasions. The ideal opp... Share
Women's Six Nations May 17, 2026 Resolve of Red Roses in Six Nations glory should not be overlooked | Robert Kitson Concern that England’s women are not being challenged fails to acknowledge what it takes for consistent excellenceThere are a couple of reasons why England’s... Resolve of Red Roses in Six Nations glory should not be overlooked | Robert Kitson Concern that England’s women are not being challenged fails to acknowledge what it takes for consistent excellenceThere are a couple of reasons why England’s... Share
Television May 17, 2026 Death Valley review – Timothy Spall is having a total blast, and so will you! The second series of this cheery Welsh cosy crime is as gentle as a pillow – and if it feels dangerously close to a spoof, that’s all part of the funWhat a c... Death Valley review – Timothy Spall is having a total blast, and so will you! The second series of this cheery Welsh cosy crime is as gentle as a pillow – and if it feels dangerously close to a spoof, that’s all part of the funWhat a c... Share
US military May 17, 2026 Air force base in Idaho locked down after air show incident, officials say Emergency crews responding to incident involving aircraft during weekend air show at military base in western IdahoAn investigation is under way after an inc... Air force base in Idaho locked down after air show incident, officials say Emergency crews responding to incident involving aircraft during weekend air show at military base in western IdahoAn investigation is under way after an inc... Share
United States Politics and Government May 17, 2026 How a Jared Polis Came to Release Election Denier Tina Peters from Prison Gov. Jared Polis’s decision to commute the sentence of Tina Peters came after months of tense discussions, including one with President Trump. How a Jared Polis Came to Release Election Denier Tina Peters from Prison Gov. Jared Polis’s decision to commute the sentence of Tina Peters came after months of tense discussions, including one with President Trump. Share
Aviation Accidents May 17, 2026 Two Military Jets Collide in Midair at Idaho Air Show Video shared on social media showed the jets striking each other and spinning toward the ground. At least four parachutes were deployed before the planes cra... Two Military Jets Collide in Midair at Idaho Air Show Video shared on social media showed the jets striking each other and spinning toward the ground. At least four parachutes were deployed before the planes cra... Share
US news May 17, 2026 Thousands gather on National Mall for daylong prayer rally White House-backed event billed as ‘One Nation Under God’ criticized for blurring lines between church and stateThousands of people streamed onto the Nationa... Thousands gather on National Mall for daylong prayer rally White House-backed event billed as ‘One Nation Under God’ criticized for blurring lines between church and stateThousands of people streamed onto the Nationa... Share
Middle East and north Africa May 17, 2026 UAE blames Iran or its proxies for drone strike fire near nuclear plant Abu Dhabi denounces ‘dangerous escalation’ as Iran war ceasefire grows more precariousThe United Arab Emirates has blamed a fire near its nuclear power plant... UAE blames Iran or its proxies for drone strike fire near nuclear plant Abu Dhabi denounces ‘dangerous escalation’ as Iran war ceasefire grows more precariousThe United Arab Emirates has blamed a fire near its nuclear power plant... Share
Theatre May 17, 2026 Farm Fatale review – freaky scarecrows make hay out of climate crisis Southbank Centre, LondonBetween a sci-fi concert for eggs and an interview with a bee, the scarecrow broadcasters in Philippe Quesne’s oddball performance pi... Farm Fatale review – freaky scarecrows make hay out of climate crisis Southbank Centre, LondonBetween a sci-fi concert for eggs and an interview with a bee, the scarecrow broadcasters in Philippe Quesne’s oddball performance pi... Share
