Politics and Government May 18, 2026 Why Josh Shapiro Isn’t Acting Like Other Potential 2028 Candidates The Pennsylvania governor’s in-state focus is a contrast with other possible presidential hopefuls. Why Josh Shapiro Isn’t Acting Like Other Potential 2028 Candidates The Pennsylvania governor’s in-state focus is a contrast with other possible presidential hopefuls. See more
Japan May 18, 2026 ‘Remain calm’: Japan is gripped by fears of a naphtha shortage. What is it and why are people worried? Few had heard of the crude oil-derived chemical until recently, but shortages caused by the blockade of the strait of Hormuz have led to a spike in concernJa... ‘Remain calm’: Japan is gripped by fears of a naphtha shortage. What is it and why are people worried? Few had heard of the crude oil-derived chemical until recently, but shortages caused by the blockade of the strait of Hormuz have led to a spike in concernJa... Share
Technology May 18, 2026 How Sam Altman’s victory over Elon Musk clears way for OpenAI’s trillion-dollar ambitions OpenAI’s plans now seem all but guaranteed, given that the world’s richest man couldn’t put a stop to themOn Monday morning, a jury in Oakland, California, h... How Sam Altman’s victory over Elon Musk clears way for OpenAI’s trillion-dollar ambitions OpenAI’s plans now seem all but guaranteed, given that the world’s richest man couldn’t put a stop to themOn Monday morning, a jury in Oakland, California, h... Share
Ukraine May 18, 2026 Ukraine war briefing: Chinese ship hit on way in to Odesa port, says Zelenskyy Civilian vessels under Russian attack in Black Sea; Kyiv condemns Belarus nuclear drills as threat to Nato and global security. What we know on day 1,546 Con... Ukraine war briefing: Chinese ship hit on way in to Odesa port, says Zelenskyy Civilian vessels under Russian attack in Black Sea; Kyiv condemns Belarus nuclear drills as threat to Nato and global security. What we know on day 1,546 Con... Share
San Francisco May 18, 2026 Nancy Pelosi breaks silence to endorse San Francisco supervisor as successor Former House speaker, who had not yet weighed in, declared Connie Chan ‘best prepared’ to represent cityNancy Pelosi on Monday endorsed Connie Chan, a San Fr... Nancy Pelosi breaks silence to endorse San Francisco supervisor as successor Former House speaker, who had not yet weighed in, declared Connie Chan ‘best prepared’ to represent cityNancy Pelosi on Monday endorsed Connie Chan, a San Fr... Share
Liberal party May 18, 2026 Liberal senator breaks ranks to take aim at Angus Taylor’s ‘negative’ rhetoric on immigration ‘We cannot continue to blame migrants for the problems of our economy,’ backbencher Andrew McLachlan says A Liberal senator has broken ranks to criticise Ang... Liberal senator breaks ranks to take aim at Angus Taylor’s ‘negative’ rhetoric on immigration ‘We cannot continue to blame migrants for the problems of our economy,’ backbencher Andrew McLachlan says A Liberal senator has broken ranks to criticise Ang... Share
Taiwan May 18, 2026 Trump’s shifting remarks on Taiwan are perfect for China to exploit President’s remarks about Taiwan arms deals being a ‘negotiating chip’ with Beijing have been seized on by Chinese state mediaIt has been an unsettling few d... Trump’s shifting remarks on Taiwan are perfect for China to exploit President’s remarks about Taiwan arms deals being a ‘negotiating chip’ with Beijing have been seized on by Chinese state mediaIt has been an unsettling few d... Share
San Diego County (Calif) May 18, 2026 San Diego Mosque Shooting Shatters a Neighborhood’s Peace First came a series of pops, then a race to render aid. It was too late. San Diego Mosque Shooting Shatters a Neighborhood’s Peace First came a series of pops, then a race to render aid. It was too late. Share
Theater May 18, 2026 ‘The Emporium’ Review: Thornton Wilder Doesn’t Make the Sale This newly discovered play by Wilder is part picaresque, part fable, featuring a Midwestern boy who dreams of working at a department store in the big city. ‘The Emporium’ Review: Thornton Wilder Doesn’t Make the Sale This newly discovered play by Wilder is part picaresque, part fable, featuring a Midwestern boy who dreams of working at a department store in the big city. Share
Artificial Intelligence May 18, 2026 The Generation That Grew Up With A.I. Hates It Why graduates are booing artificial intelligence. The Generation That Grew Up With A.I. Hates It Why graduates are booing artificial intelligence. Share
California May 18, 2026 California island fire linked to sailor’s distress flare scorches 10,000 acres Fire on Santa Rosa Island in Channel Islands national park becomes state’s largest this year and threatens rare plantsA wildfire that broke out on an island... California island fire linked to sailor’s distress flare scorches 10,000 acres Fire on Santa Rosa Island in Channel Islands national park becomes state’s largest this year and threatens rare plantsA wildfire that broke out on an island... Share
Los Angeles May 18, 2026 Mark Fuhrman, LA detective convicted of lying at OJ Simpson trial, dies Fuhrman, who found bloody glove at Simpson’s home, charged with perjury after audio revealed use of racial slursFormer Los Angeles police detective Mark Fuhr... Mark Fuhrman, LA detective convicted of lying at OJ Simpson trial, dies Fuhrman, who found bloody glove at Simpson’s home, charged with perjury after audio revealed use of racial slursFormer Los Angeles police detective Mark Fuhr... Share
Art May 18, 2026 Dallas World Cup Mural: Artist Wyland Says Beloved Whale Artwork Was Painted Over The artwork’s removal ahead of the World Cup has ignited a backlash over public art and what cities are willing to sacrifice for global events. Dallas World Cup Mural: Artist Wyland Says Beloved Whale Artwork Was Painted Over The artwork’s removal ahead of the World Cup has ignited a backlash over public art and what cities are willing to sacrifice for global events. Share
