Hormuz Crisis Unfolds ➜ Iran has fired on container ships and restricted passage through the Strait of Hormuz, while the US has imposed a naval blockade and extended a ceasefire.

Morning Faultlines ➜ Global energy and food supply warnings have surfaced alongside sharp domestic political pressure and big diplomatic trade moves.

Unseen Power ➜ Recent events have revealed lesser-known figures wielding outsized influence in global affairs, from Iran’s IRGC generals to US insiders and African political disputes.

Who Holds Power? ➜ A cluster of crises has emerged across five continents: military collapse in Mali, an Iron Dome battery has been stationed in the UAE, Uganda has fast-tracked a sovereignty bill, Everest’s route has been blocked by a serac, and Narges Mohammadi has been moved to a Tehran hospital.

Five crises, now ➜ The UN-backed IPC has reported that 19.5 million Sudanese are facing acute hunger, with 135,000 in catastrophic conditions and 825,000 children expected to suffer severe acute malnutrition.

Five to Watch ➜ Greenland’s prime minister has met a U.S. envoy in Nuuk and has said the Greenlandic people "are not for sale" while confidential talks with Denmark and the U.S. have continued.

Seven Morning Stories ➜ Seven fast-moving stories have driven fights over elections, alliances, culture, crime and climate onto centre stage this morning.

New Faces, Old Faultlines ➜ Five lesser-known figures have emerged as key influencers in global politics and culture in 2026, each linked to major upheavals and controversies.

Five threads to watch ➜ Five headline stories have been selected: continuing Israel‑Lebanon strikes during US‑mediated talks; a 60‑day Hormuz ceasefire draft linking sanctions relief to oil flows; a US president’s remark on忽

Credibility Tests ➜ Labour has faced fresh pressure as MPs demand a timetable for Sir Keir Starmer’s departure after electoral losses, and the EU has approved targeted sanctions on settlers and Hamas figures after a long

It turns out, ‘Trump’s pool guys’ are not Trump’s pool guys. So who are they？[Edit] David Fahrenthold, for the New York Times, about Trump's vanity projects in D.C. and bizarre details of Trump's overhaul of the Reflecting Pool on National Mall. May 15, 2026 www.ms.now/the-briefing... The Briefing

This clip is NOT from 2008 it's from 2026 but you'd never know it. Hannity was ranting about Barack Obama after the former president opened his library in Chicago. If he could have worked in Hillary's emails he would have! Bleach Bit and private servers!

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13 Americans killed in action. Hundreds wounded. Thousands of civilians dead. The regime in Tehran? Still intact. @ossoff.senate.gov on Trump’s war in Iran: “A huge self-inflicted wound.”

General Wesley Clark on how he was told the US was planning to take out 7 countries in 5 years after 9/11: -Iraq -Syria -Lebanon -Libya -Somalia -Sudan -Iran

#NBA West Playoffs, Finals - Game 3 Thunder @ Spurs

Image created on the #Davinci app Video created on the #metaai app #aiart #aiartcommunity #aiartwork #aiartist

PM Carney just walked into the European Political Community summit in Armenia and the whole world took notes While Trump rage-posts about being disrespected PM Carney is literally being called the new leader of the free world by allies across 4 continents. 🇨🇦 #CanadaStrong #USDemocracy #Pinks

Sleep isn’t lazy… it’s fat loss work happening in the background 😴🔥 If you’re skipping sleep, you’re making weight loss harder than it needs to be. Aim for 7–9 hours. Recover better. Play better. Lose more. #ManVFat #WeightLossJourney #FatLossTips #MensHealth #FootballFitness #SleepMatters #BurnFat

Thanks for including me, ImnotApu!💙 ✨💫💙🇺🇸💫✨

A sacrifice must be made. Nominated for the Palme d'Or in 1977, Iphigenia (dir. Michael Cacoyannis) adapts Euripides’ tragedy set before the Trojan War. Out soon in the UK and US/CA, secure your copy now.

Video: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries Vows, After “egregious decision by [SCOVA]”, to Restore 10D-1R Map in Virginia “in advance of 2028”; "And I can tell you right now, as a guarantee, we are taking back control of the...House of Representatives in November." bluevirginia.us/2026/05/vide...

Putin’s Victory parade, about defeating Nazism, while ironically conducting the Nazis darkest chapters, screams anything but Victory. Keep chasing that Ukrainian drone, Russian attack helicopter 👍

The Royal Family Revealed Comically sad. By haplessly doing normal tasks any person could and would do, Will & Kate only look more useless and out of touch. Making pasta, pouring lattes, rolling welsh cakes, delicately hammering nails…is this supposed to make the pampered duo relatable?

Latest episode of the Spookshow!

True Word Baptist Louisville,KY Their preacher spits dog hate. I'm sure he hates everyone who isn't obsessed with other ppls genitalia, especially the genitalia of little girls. He definitely hates ppl who say no to child marriage, and child rape. He describes himself in his rant👇🏽👇🏽 #SheShed

The economy didn't just lose 92,000 jobs last month, but it did even worse than expected. We need a government that actually creates new jobs and opportunities, rather than tariffs and wars that raise costs for all of us.

In 8 games in the 2026 postseason, Ajay Mitchell is averaging: ▪️ 18.8 PPG ▪️ 4.0 RPG ▪️ 4.9 APG ▪️ 47.1 FG% ▪️ 29.8 MPG What will he bring to the Western Conference Finals ⁉️ SAS/OKC Game 1: 8:30pm/et on NBC/Peacock

Unsere nach eigenem Dafürhalten so wirtschaftskompetente Regierung könnte die neuerliche Energiekrise im Zuge des Irankriegs zum Anlass nehmen, mit Maßnahmen zur endgültigen Energiewende mehr Autarkie bei Wirtschaft und Verbraucher:innen herzustellen und das Land damit unabhängiger von fossilen ⬇️

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Will Nintendo release cheaper Switch 2 form factors? #NintendoSwitch2 #Nintendo #Gaming $NTDOY

A family of four now spends up to $1,600 a month just on groceries. That’s a mortgage payment. That’s a car note. That’s what Trump’s economy actually costs regular people while billionaires cash out. This is not normal. Don’t let them tell you it is. #WeCantAffordTrump #USDemocracy #Voices4Victory

Comcast News-MSNOW, $400K per/week power couple, were early with the 2-week 'last call. Both Joe and his 3rd wife 'high talk' that they still have phone conversations with the proven racist felon Trump. Trump's words and $2.99 won't even buy a Big-Gulp at the corner 7/11.

✨ Join The Turning ✨a shared journey of prayer, fasting & thanksgiving through Advent and Lent — a chance to let God reshape our everyday lives. Take the pledge today & walk this path with us. 💜 🔗 parkavenuechristian.com/the-turning-... #TheTurning #FaithInAction

As part of our parting homage to #StephenColbert, here’s an oldie, first posted a little while back when #CBS first announced the #LateShow cancellation. A fitting tribute for tonight’s finale.

⚾💥 28 May 2026 💥⚾ Game: Regular Season Pitcher: Colin Rea (R) - Chicago Cubs Batter: Brandon Lowe (L) - Pittsburgh Pirates The Play: 1-0, 1 out, bottom of 3rd, tied at 0-0 The Pitch: 84.2 mph slider Final: Cubs won 7-2 in 9 innings

Neera Tanden: The reason you're seeing mid-decade redistricting battles is because Trump is nervous—he has one of the lowest approval ratings of any president in modern history.

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RFK on Sperm Count

Cody Rhodes purchased and donated the ring that Soft Ground Wrestling Uganda uses 👏

Hawaii homeowner Merrily Cazimero captured what was left after severe flooding tore through Oahu. The surge ripped her home from its foundation, then carried it into the Wailua Bridge.

🆘🆘THEY’RE GOING 2KILL🐶NUNO🆘🆘 Begging 4 reposts 2find a 🏡 Volunteer: "Nuno was all wiggles & snuggles…such a happy little guy who clearly ❤️ attention& affection &he kept leaning into staff 4 more ❤️ w/constant tail wags…Nuno has such a joyful, happy presence &so much ❤️ packed into 1 little body”

More eye angles ⸜(｡˃ ᵕ ˂ )⸝♡ Art: yuufieyuu.bsky.social #Live2D

#photography over #NostalgiaTrain NYC December 7th 2025 pre boarding holiday train sight scenery

Happy Earth Day! #earth #world #booksky #romancelandia #satire #books #novles #readingcommunity #authors #writers

Pre-Martial Law #originalsong #folk #westvirginia #usa #protest #fyp

#liberty #democracy #nokings #folkpunk #songwriter

Some of the greatest songs of the 80's🥰🎶👍 What an incredible decade with soo much fantastic music❤️ I grew up listening to all of these songs,and had my whole room full of posters of different artists and bands😉 #music #80s #80smusic #musicvideo #thowback #nostalgia #reel #reels #video #musicsky

🎥: Terra Twin's 'Big Fist' video is out now! Starring Charlie & Lloyd Owen! Go and check it out! Support it!🙌🏻 #CharlieVickers #LloydOwen #TerraTwin

Why I'm Called a _Pursuer Bitch_ in My Relationship

Cue the Ketamine King's theme song.

Create a custom avatar with Gemini Omni in the @GeminiApp. 🧍✨ Create videos with your own voice and likeness and easily add it to any scene. Learn more about creating and using an avatar in Gemini → https://support.google.com/gemini/answer/16984474

Hi all, thank you all for your patience. I can finally share the Gen 9 Pokémon picture I have been working on. I'm planning on doing a Future and Past form picture too. I hope you all like it! (I don't own Pokémon, I just like to draw them!) #Artist #Artwork #Art #Pokemon #Games

✨ We’re full of inspiration after joining the Anxiety to Agency workshop, hosted by our brilliant partners Force of Nature as part of #LondonClimateActionWeek! Hear from Force of Nature's Hannah Hooper on how understanding our emotions can help us drive meaningful, community-rooted action.

Usagi and her friends investigate & realize that the Rental Shop Dark’s DVDs are brainwashing program made by Zoisite to capture Sailor Moon. <S1ep7 (“Act 7: Mamoru Chiba - Tuxedo Mask”)> #SailorMoonCrystal

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Vom Katholikentag über wiederholte Angriffe gegen meine Arbeit über Jahre hinweg. #dontlookup

🕯️ El funeral del Imam Jomeini: Una despedida que conmovió al mundo   🔺 En junio de 1989, el funeral del Imam Jomeini se convirtió en una de las mayores concentraciones públicas de la historia moderna.

Au #Liban, au moins huit personnes sont mortes dimanche. Les autorités libanaises dénoncent un massacre. À la demande de la France, une réunion en urgence du Conseil de sécurité de l'#ONU est prévue lundi

Get ready for a week of fun reaction streams from MinnMax! Tuesday - 4pm Central - Sony's State of Play Friday - 4pm Central - Summer Game Fest Friday - 6pm Central - Day of the Devs Saturday - 11am Central - Wholesome Games Direct Sunday - 12pm Central - Xbox Games Direct www.youtube.com/minnmax